Category Archives: Progressive Community

Honoring Those Who Go Before Us – Dick Fallow

Posted on July 23, 2005 by bfiacarolinevernon

Honoring Those Who Go Before Us
Dick Fallow – 08/23/20

by Caroline Vernon

It has been in my heart for some time to share the stories of various individuals who have committed their hearts and minds in service to this great country as well as their fellow man. It is not the first mile of compulsion or duty that will transform man and his world, but rather the second mile of free service and liberty- loving devotion. So it is with gratitude and reverence that I am compelled to share the first of many profiles in courage with Blog For Iowa. Dick Fallow was an easy first choice for me. If ever there was a second-miler… Dick is the man!

Dick Fallow was born in Hartford, Connecticut on August 23, 1920, to parents Gladys Bennett and Everett Fallow. The youngest of three children (one sister, one brother), Dick grew up on the East Coast during the Great Depression. As a young man he worked various jobs before enlisting in the American Field Service during WWII. The AFS consisted of many people who were unable to go into combat but wanted to be of service by helping the allied forces. Dick served as an ambulance driver for two years, assigned to the 8th British Army – most of their troops were primarily in South Africa, New Zealand, Australia and England. Although they were technically not allowed in combat, these drivers were often under fire. After the war, the AMS went on to promote peace and understanding among people through student exchange services.

After his stint with the AMS, Dick joined the United Electrical and Radio Workers Union in 1945. It wasn’t long before the organization realized Dick’s talents and put them to good use. Dick was a Business Union Rep – a boomer – someone who went around to different job sites, assisting with organizing and various campaigns. This brought him to Sioux County in NW Iowa in the late 40's, where he met his wife, Mickey, of 47 years. Dick and Mickey were married in 1951, and later moved to the Quad Cities in 1952 where they settled in order to raise their three daughters. At that time Dick joined with the local AFL-CIO.

By 1967, the AFL National Staff recruited Dick to help coordinate national efforts in Iowa, Minnesota and Wisconsin. Dick continues to have long-standing associations through the National Federation of Labor as well as the National Alliance of Retired Americans. He officially retired in 1988, but those of us who know him realize he never REALLY retired. He continues to compel and inspire his colleagues of many years as well as the younger generations. Dick believes, above all else, dignity and fairness on the job is most important; “We’re all in this together – combined, we all can make a difference”.
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Social Security – Am I my brother’s keeper?

Posted on July 20, 2005 by bfiacarolinevernon

MUSINGS FROM THE DIRECTOR Social Security: Am I My Brother's Keeper? by Reverend Ron Quay – Churches United I am very honored to introduce Rev. Ron Quay to Blog for Iowa. Reverend Quay is the Director of Churches United  here … Continue reading →

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IBLTV Meets with Congressman Jim Leach

Posted on July 19, 2005 by Trish Nelson

   IBLTV (Iowans for Better Local TV) Meets with Congressman Jim Leach On Monday, July 18, at the Iowa City Public Library, Congressman Jim Leach met with several members of Iowans for Better Local TV (IBLTV) and other citizens concerned … Continue reading →

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Help Fight Toxic Mercury Pollution

Posted on July 15, 2005 by bfiacarolinevernon

Help Fight Toxic Mercury Pollution To find out which industries in your area are responsible for mercury emissions, go to http://www.scorecard.org and enter your zip code. You may be shocked at what you find! Send Flawed Mercury Rules Back http://www.environmentaldefense.org … Continue reading →

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Drug Lobby Second To None

Posted on July 14, 2005 by bfiacarolinevernon

Drug Lobby Second to None Pfizer, the largest pharmaceutical company, grossed $51 billion in sales,  netting over $11 billion in profit! Once the Medicare Prescription Drug Benefit goes into effect next year, drug makers will receive billions more in increased … Continue reading →

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LIONS AND TIGERS AND BEARS, OH MY!

Posted on July 10, 2005 by bfiamollyreagan

LIONS AND TIGERS AND BEARS, OH MY!  LIONS AND TIGERS AND BEARS, OH MY! No, these are not in reference to stock market exchange mascots, but to those entities that can gobble up our rights if not corralled. The lions … Continue reading →

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The Counterpoint Translates ‘Hymanspeak’

Posted on July 9, 2005 by Trish Nelson

The Counterpoint Translates 'Hymanspeak' The rational counter to “The Point,” “The Counterpoint” critiques and corrects the daily editorial by Sinclair Broadcasting's corporate vice president, Mark Hyman, that is broadcast on all Sinclair-owned television stations across the country.  by Iowa's Ted … Continue reading →

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DFQC: Targeting the Off-line Community

Posted on July 8, 2005 by bfiacarolinevernon

DFQC: Targeting the Offline Community by Caroline Vernon I initially wrote this article for Blog for America a few months ago, but since I didn't get to share it with ya'll,  I felt it was worth repeating, particularly since it … Continue reading →

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Celebrate Independence Day By Helping IBLTV Work For An Independent Media

Posted on July 4, 2005 by Trish Nelson

  Celebrate Independence Day By Helping IBLTV Work For An  Independent Media IBLTV.Org   Democracy cannot survive without an independent media.  Celebrate the 4th of July with an act of patriotism.  Make a donation to Iowans for Better Local TV and … Continue reading →

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Dems Join GOP in Ganging Up On Howard Dean (And The Party’s Grassroots Funders)

Posted on July 3, 2005 by Trish Nelson

Dems Join GOP in Ganging Up On Howard Dean (And The Party's Grassroots Funders) CityPages.com by Steve Perry Why are so many of the most powerful Democrats afraid of Howard Dean? And can anyone so reviled by both D.C. party … Continue reading →

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