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Dean To Speak in Primetime on Tuesday

Posted on July 22, 2004 by bfialindathieman

Dean To Speak in Primetime on Tuesday A Message from Democracy for America On Tuesday night next week, Governor Dean will speak in primetime to the Democratic National Convention in Boston. And immediately after his speech he will be talking … Continue reading →

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Ed Fallon: An Open Letter to Ralph Nader

Posted on July 22, 2004 by bfialindathieman

An Open Letter to Ralph Nader by State Representative Ed Fallon (Des Moines) Ralph Nader P.O. Box 18002 Washington, DC  20036 Dear Ralph, I write as one who has, for decades, admired your commitment to fighting for the welfare and … Continue reading →

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Flash Animation: JibJab Sings “This Land”

Posted on July 22, 2004 by bfialindathieman

Flash Animation: JibJab Sings “This Land” Put on your helmet and click here. Watch out for falling language.

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IOWA ATTORNEY GENERAL SUES TOP FIVE U.S. GLOBAL WARMING POLLUTERS

Posted on July 21, 2004 by bfialindathieman

IOWA ATTORNEY GENERAL SUES TOP FIVE U.S. GLOBAL WARMING POLLUTERS Landmark Suit Seeks Dramatic Carbon Dioxide Emission Reductions from Power Plants The states of California, Connecticut, Iowa, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, Vermont and Wisconsin, along with the City … Continue reading →

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Democratic National Convention Coverage

Posted on July 21, 2004 by bfialindathieman

Democratic National Convention Coverage As I mentioned yesterday, the 57 members of the Iowa delegation will be getting front-row seats at the Democratic National Convention.  That's Kerry's way of saying thanks.  And seated right next to the Iowa delegation, Kerry … Continue reading →

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A Message of Thanks from the Drury Campaign

Posted on July 21, 2004 by bfialindathieman

A Message of Thanks from the Drury Campaign John Drury (left) with retired Park Ranger Ray Turner of Forest City Dear DFIA, I just wanted to take a minute or two off the campaign trail and let you know how … Continue reading →

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DFIA To Join Progressive Democrats of America

Posted on July 21, 2004 by bfialindathieman

Democracy for Iowa is pleased to announce that we are joining a new alliance of progressive grassroots organizations called Progressive Democrats of America.  PDA, a coalition of Dean, Kucinich, and other progressive groups, has the distinction of being recognized by … Continue reading →

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Ralph Nader, Doing What He Does Best

Posted on July 20, 2004 by bfialindathieman

Ralph Nader, Doing What He Does Best Demand a Say, a Big Say by Ralph Nader Published by In the Public Interest The widely televised indictment and arraignment of the hand-cuffed Enron CEO, Ken Lay — one of George W. … Continue reading →

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NewsFlash! DemocracyFest Location Changed

Posted on July 20, 2004 by bfialindathieman

NewsFlash! DemocracyFest Location Changed A Message from Jessica, event organizer I had to make a decision tonight to cancel DemocracyFest or move it. I chose not to cancel it. First the bad news: Our permit was revoked for Butternut in … Continue reading →

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News, Notes, and Platforms

Posted on July 20, 2004 by bfialindathieman

News, Notes, and Platforms Well, today is a big day at the Thieman household – yes, we received our first order of DFIA/Blog for Iowa merchandise that graphics artist “jc” created for us.  As I write this blog entry, I … Continue reading →

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