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Bob Woodward on 60 Minutes Tonight

Posted on April 18, 2004 by bfialindathieman

Bob Woodward on 60 Minutes Tonight Bob Woodward will be discussing his new book, Plan of Attack, on 60 Minutes tonight (CBS 6pm CDT). This book is not good news for the Bush Administration. Excerpt:  “Secretary of State Colin Powell … Continue reading →

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CALL YOUR LEGISLATORS!—Don’t let Iowa be nickeled and dimed

Posted on April 18, 2004 by bfialindathieman

CALL YOUR LEGISLATORS TODAY! Don’t let Iowa be nickeled and dimed Contributed by: jmccormally, IDP website Republicans in the Iowa Legislature are trying to force an amendment to the Iowa Constitution.  Under the amendment, all tax changes would have to … Continue reading →

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Events This Week

Posted on April 18, 2004 by bfialindathieman

Events This Week Tuesday, April 20 Project Myth Breaker:  Hand deliver the truth about HAVA and the voting machine requirements to your county's head election official (probably your County Auditor).  For more information, go here. Wednesday, April 21 MoveOn.org's Book … Continue reading →

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Around Iowa: Gay Marriage Discussion Statements

Posted on April 17, 2004 by bfialindathieman

Around Iowa:  Gay Marriage Discussion Statements A certain DFIA founding member, who shall remain nameless (but for this purpose we will refer to her as Dr. Alta Price), passed along this list of Gay Marriage Discussion Statements that her son's … Continue reading →

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Ira Lacher: The Call of the Bratwurst

Posted on April 17, 2004 by bfialindathieman

The Call of the Bratwurst Ever get a gnawing, rumbling, grumbling feeling in your stomach, like when the bratwurst with onions, ketchup and mustard that tasted so great at the ballpark a few hours ago starts haunting you on your … Continue reading →

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Gov. Howard Dean to Attend March For Women’s Lives

Posted on April 16, 2004 by bfialindathieman

A Message from Gov. Howard Dean George Bush and his right-wing allies are waging a systematic campaign to roll back a woman's right to choose. And we cannot stand for it. That's why I am traveling to Washington for the … Continue reading →

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MoveOn.org Book Event in Iowa City – April 21st

Posted on April 16, 2004 by bfialindathieman

Hey, Democracy for Iowa!  Here's a great chance to recruit new members, spread the word that we exist and that we are up to some good!  MoveOn.org has recently published 50 Ways to Love Your Country.  MoveOn will be sponsoring … Continue reading →

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Ira Lacher: “The Gay Agenda”

Posted on April 16, 2004 by bfialindathieman

“The Gay Agenda” Yipes! There it was again – “the gay agenda.” No, this wasn't coming from the God-fearing mouth of the ayatollah Ken Veenstra. (“Jonathan Wilson has made it rather clear that he wants to promote a gay agenda, … Continue reading →

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Verified Voting: Project Myth Breaker

Posted on April 15, 2004 by bfialindathieman

Voters Unite! Participate in Project Myth Breaker Many local election officials don't have the information they need to make wise decisions about voting equipment. They hear many conflicting stories, and it's hard to tell truth from myth. Here's your opportunity … Continue reading →

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The Commission on Credulous Stupidity

Posted on April 15, 2004 by bfialindathieman

And this amazing little entry into the land of “I'm finally catching on” comes from The Washington Post, of all places.  Richard Cohen muses about the Commission on Credulous Stupidity, a sorely-needed new “investigative committee.” America's Ayatollah The Washington Post, … Continue reading →

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