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Iowa Wind Farms Save Money, Energy; Iowa House OKs Wind Energy Tax Credit

Iowa Wind Farms Save Money, Energy by Steve Nicoles, KCRG-TV9 News (Cedar Rapids) — Iowa is breezing by other states when it comes to generating power with wind. According to the American Wind Energy Association the state ranks third in … Continue reading

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SUSTAINABILITY IN THE HEARTLAND

SUSTAINABILITY IN THE HEARTLAND “The Sand Looks Out On The Rippling Water, The Sky Has Cast An Omnipotent Dimness, Each Wave Crashes Against The Shore, Washing The Shells To Mingle With The Pebbles. We Are So Tiny Staring At The … Continue reading

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Iowa City Council Should Just Say No to Corporate Outlaw #1: Wal-Mart

  Iowa City Council Should Just Say NO To Corporate Outlaw #1:  Wal-Mart Press-Citizen.com The following is an excerpt from a Guest Opinion that appeared in the Iowa City Press-Citizen by Gary Sanders On Tuesday, the Iowa City Council will … Continue reading

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Republican Leaders are Out of Control

Republican Leaders are Out of Control Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee Republican leaders in Washington are absolutely out of control.   Instead of governing and doing the people's business, George Bush, Bill Frist and Tom Delay are on a quest for absolute … Continue reading

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Take Action: Nuclear Showdown Near – Preserve the Filibuster

Take Action: Nuclear Showdown Near – Preserve the Filibuster Planned Parenthood Senate Republicans and Democrats are bracing themselves for a major showdown this week that could be triggered by two controversial judges:  Priscilla Owen and Janice Rogers Brown.  Deemed extreme … Continue reading

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The Future of Medicaid is NOT in Good Hands

The Future of Medicaid is NOT in Good Hands Compiled by Don McCanne, Quote of the Day Newsletter Reuters May 13, 2005 Medicaid commission draws unusual interest By Julie Rovner When it comes to the Medicaid health program for the … Continue reading

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An Open Letter to Dennis Kucinich

An Open Letter to Dennis Kucinich deaniac83.blogspot.com Dear Congressman Kucinich, Recently, you wrote an open letter to Howard Dean – that I believe even for you is opportunistic and misleading. You of all people should know not to quote others … Continue reading

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Science Center Opening In Des Moines

Science Center Opening In Des Moines While this strays from the normal “political” topics, every now and then some amazing things happen that deserve a little fanfare.  The opening of the new Science Center in downtown Des Moines is one … Continue reading

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Iowa Farmers’ Markets Create Positive Economic Impact

Iowa Farmers' Markets Create Positive Economic Impact Newswise.com Farmers' markets not only are a great place to get fresh produce, flowers and baked goods, they also may generate an estimated $20.8 million in sales and more than 325 jobs for … Continue reading

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EPA GIVES LEAD PAINT REGULATIONS A WHITEWASH

EPA GIVES LEAD PAINT REGULATIONS A WHITEWASH American Progress   The Environmental Protection Agency is quietly sacrificing the health of kids in order to save businesses a few bucks. Exposure to lead paint, usually through home renovations, threatens the health … Continue reading

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