Category Archives: Obamacare

Making Government Viable Rather Than Wrecking It

Most people today refer to Congress as dysfunctional and give it low ratings on trust.  The disruption in government operations last month showed just how far a minority of elected representatives would go to get their way. Nothing has aroused … Continue reading

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GOP Resorts To Swift Boat Strategy Once Again

Van Jones: Let’s Stop Trying To Please Republicans The GOP were smart when they made the decision to swiftboat Van Jones out of the Obama administration in 2009, because Van Jones is a tremendously powerful force for good. Individuals like … Continue reading

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Iowans Should Get The Facts About The Affordable Health Care Act AKA Obamacare

If you are just now starting to pay attention, here is the simple explanation about the new health care law, disparagingly referred to as Obamacare, a term which President Obama himself and Democrats have adopted as a tag for the … Continue reading

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Tired Of The Lies?

Don’t know about you but I sure am tired of the constant lies from the Republican side of the aisle. These past few weeks have shown a bright spotlight on their propensity for lying their asses off almost no matter … Continue reading

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The Courtney Report

I always want to hear your ideas for improving state government. After all, I work for you. You can e-mail or call me any time. You may also want to check out “Public Input: Improving State Government” on the Iowa … Continue reading

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I’ve Got Mine

Today we have a treat we haven’t had for a while. A guest post by Larry Hodgden from Tipton. Larry is a retired Viet Nam era veteran of the USAF. He and his wife of 40 years, Sharon, have three … Continue reading

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Cedar County Health Care Meeting

For those with questions on the new ACA Cedar County will be holding an open forum Tuesday night at the Cedar County Courthouse: Confused about the changes in health care? Attend the Health Care Exchange Information and Signup Tuesday October … Continue reading

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The Republican Obsession: The Affordable Care Act

The Obama administration’s signature legislation, the Affordable Care Act (ACA), passed in 2010 and launched a massive, multiyear phase in process of policies and plans.  This is the biggest change in the nation’s health insurance system since the establishment of … Continue reading

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Iowa Republicans Bicker Over Campaign Tweets Because They Can’t Stop Obamacare

Not being a real news organization, BFIA has no self-imposed obligation to report (blab incessantly) about the media obsession of the week.  So, if you came to find out what we might have to say about Ted Cruz, move along, … Continue reading

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