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Education in Iowa's Communities

Posted on March 11, 2011 by Paul Deaton

Education in Iowa's Communities by Paul Deaton How Iowans will educate our children has been a topic of contentious debate during Iowa's 84th General Assembly. The debate takes place in the state capitol, but also in communities across the state … Continue reading →

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Terry Branstad Encounters Protesters in Iowa City

Posted on March 11, 2011 by Trish Nelson

Terry Branstad Encounters Protesters in Iowa City Photos submitted by Tom Jacobs who attended the rally“Gov. Branstad goes to Iowa City Chamber meeting but not to League of Women Voters and he then says he talks to 'Main Street'“ Press … Continue reading →

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Walker-Koch Corporate Coup: Wisconsin 14 And Protesters Our Smedley Butler?

Posted on March 10, 2011 by Dave Bradley

Walker-Koch Corporate Coup: Are The Wisconsin 14 Our Smedley Butler? by Dave Bradley I think it was Mark Twain who originally made the observation that history doesn’t repeat itself but it often rhymes. Our current situation is one of those … Continue reading →

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As Wisconsin Goes, So Goes The Nation

Posted on March 10, 2011 by Trish Nelson

As Wisconsin Goes, So Goes The Nation This quote seems timely. “I see a crisis approaching that causes me to tremble for the safety of my country; corporations have been enthroned, an era of corruption in High Places will follow, … Continue reading →

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Health Care Briefs on the New Law: Insurance Protections

Posted on March 9, 2011 by altapricehome

HEALTH CARE BRIEFS ON THE NEW LAW: INSURANCE PROTECTIONS WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU? AND FOR OTHERS? by Frank Samuelson These brief summaries of benefits in the new health care law were prepared by Progressive Action for the Common Good … Continue reading →

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Iowa Joins Wisconsin In Protest of Union Busting Bill

Posted on March 8, 2011 by Trish Nelson

Iowa Joins Wisconsin In Protest Of Union-Busting Bill by Trish Nelson Citizens Put Iowa GOP and Governor Branstad on Notice “We are not going to let House Republicans take away what our fathers, grandfathers and great-grandfathers fought for.” – Senate … Continue reading →

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Shining Bright: Growing Solar Jobs in Iowa

Posted on March 8, 2011 by Paul Deaton

Shining Bright: Growing Solar Jobs in Iowa Shining Bright: Growing Solar Jobs in IowaReport: Solar Investment Would Yield Jobs, More for Iowa EconomyMarch 8, 2011DES MOINES, Iowa — A new report shows Iowa could create thousands of new jobs and … Continue reading →

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Iowa Progressive Radio: This Week On The Fallon Forum

Posted on March 7, 2011 by Paul Deaton

Iowa Progressive Radio: This Week On The Fallon Forum Monday – Thursday from 7:00-800 pm, join us for the fusion of politics and civility at 98.3 WOW-FM and on-line at 983wowfm.com. Call (515) 312-0983 or (866) 908-TALK to participate in … Continue reading →

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My Dad Was No Scott Walker

Posted on March 7, 2011 by Dave Bradley

My Dad Was No Scott Walker by Dave Bradley “Out of nowhere and speaking to no one in particular while he sat at the dining room table he said “you know these people (the union) deserve to make enough money … Continue reading →

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Public Hearing Today on Bill to End Collective Bargaining

Posted on March 7, 2011 by Trish Nelson

Public Hearing Today On Bill To End Collective Bargaining Now is our moment. Iowa must join hands with Wisconsin, Indiana, Ohio, Tennessee, and people everywhere who work for a living. Come to the rally at the state capitol today … Continue reading →

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