Category Archives: Mark Nolte

Rove Protests Planned

Posted on February 14, 2008 by bfiasamgarchik

Rove Protests Planned By the UI Anti-war CommitteeSo, while Bruce Braley ignores Rove, Rummy and the War, and focuses on steroids and Roger Clemens, responsible local citizens are taking action! The University of Iowa Lecture Committee may be paying Karl … Continue reading →

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Nolte Campaign Decision for 2008

Posted on April 12, 2007 by bfiasamgarchik

Nolte Campaign Decision for 2008 By Mark Nolte Dear Friends, I hope this note finds you all well. This is a tough note to write, but I have decided that I will not be seeking the Democratic nomination for the … Continue reading →

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Nolte – You Up for Another Run? [And Question for Deeth!]

Posted on February 18, 2007 by bfiasamgarchik

Nolte – You Up for Another Run? By Sam Garchik Popular Progressive had this first, then Deeth, then Iowa Progress. It's a week old by the time I got it, but hey. Greiner is leaving and Nolte, a one-time and … Continue reading →

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Leadership or Reflection?

Posted on January 7, 2007 by bfiasamgarchik

Leadership or Reflection? By Mark Nolte I’ll admit, as we come to the end of the sixth year of our country being led by President Bush, I still wake up every morning and say… “Really? How could this happen?” Since … Continue reading →

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Loebsack’s Going to DC, and Other Dem Victories

Posted on November 8, 2006 by bfiasamgarchik

Loebsack's Going to DC (and other dem victories) By Sam Garchik Dave Loebsack ran a great, dignified campaign against a tough opponent, and did what no other challenger could do in 30 years. He beat Jim Leach. Way to go … Continue reading →

Posted in Bruce Braley, Candidates, Chet Culver, David Loebsack, Denise O'Brien, Elesha Gayman, Jim Nussle, Joyce Schulte, Leonard Boswell, Main Page, Mark Nolte, Rich Olive, Sally Vitamvas, Selden Spencer | Comments Off

Iowa Blog Roundup

Posted on July 14, 2006 by bfiasamgarchik

Iowa Blog Roundup By Sam Garchik Lots to say. Campaign season is in full swing, so here we go with the events and notes around the state: District 1 There is a champagne brunch to honor women on July … Continue reading →

Posted in Calls to Action, David Loebsack, Denise O'Brien, Elesha Gayman, GLBT, Iowa Blogosphere, Main Page, Mark Nolte, National News | 1 Comment

25% = Three Quarters Short of Leadership

Posted on June 4, 2006 by bfiasamgarchik

25% = Three Quarters Short of Leadership By Mark Nolte Imagine how the course of the world would be different if, standing at the podium at Rice Stadium, John F. Kennedy would have announced that by the end of the … Continue reading →

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Revising Conventional Wisdom

Posted on May 28, 2006 by bfiasamgarchik

Revising Conventional Wisdom By Mark Nolte I’m not sure, but I think it is happening. I think people are starting to figure it out. Today’s Iowa City Press Citizen Endorsement for Ed Fallon is a strong sign that people … Continue reading →

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Take Willie Nelson’s Advice: Buy Bio Diesel

Posted on May 14, 2006 by bfiasamgarchik

Take Willie Nelson’s Advice: Buy Bio Diesel By Mark Nolte Like everyone else in the country who is not an executive or share holder of an oil company, gas prices have been a big concern to me and … Continue reading →

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New Champions for Local Control Legislation: Farmers

Posted on April 24, 2006 by bfiasamgarchik

New Champions for Local Control Legislation: Farmers ________________________________________By Mark Nolte Until recently the issue of local control was a movement aimed at keeping environmentally detrimental factory style hog confinement operations away from Iowa communities and farms. Citing issues of water table … Continue reading →