Category Archives: Progressive Community

Deserter’s Delight: An Open Letter from Michael Moore to George W. Bush

Posted on August 29, 2004 by bfialindathieman

Deserter's Delight: An Open Letter from Michael Moore to George W. Bush AlterNet.org Dear Mr. Bush: It takes real courage to desert your post and then attack a wounded vet. Dear Mr. Bush, I know you and I have had … Continue reading →

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Can “Fahrenheit 9/11” Change The World?

Posted on August 28, 2004 by bfialindathieman

Can “Fahrenheit 9/11” Change The World? By Linda Thieman “My own motivation [in making “Fahrenheit 9/11” was the thought that] we can't leave this up to the Democrats. It's too serious now. I mean, this is a party that can't … Continue reading →

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Nader Gets On Iowa Ballot

Posted on August 28, 2004 by bfialindathieman

Nader Gets On Iowa Ballot Quad-City Times DES MOINES — Ralph Nader’s slot on the Nov. 2 Iowa election ballot was assured Thursday after state officials ruled that the independent presidential hopeful’s nomination petition is valid. A three-member panel, including … Continue reading →

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PDA: Converge in New York for Peace!

Posted on August 25, 2004 by bfialindathieman

Converge in New York for Peace! Please join PDA in New York! New York, NY – Aug 29, 2004 Progressive Democrats from various states are planning to gather on the corner of 6th Avenue and 21st Street in NYC beginning … Continue reading →

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Anti-Terrorism Tip: Quit Spying on Nonviolent Activists

Posted on August 25, 2004 by bfialindathieman

Anti-Terrorism Tip: Quit Spying on Nonviolent Activists CommonDreams.org They're at it again. FBI agents in recent weeks have been visiting and interrogating dozens of young activists believed to be planning or considering protests at the Democratic and Republican conventions. The … Continue reading →

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Iowa Physicians for Social Responsibility Convene September 11

Posted on August 24, 2004 by bfialindathieman

Iowa Physicians for Social Responsibility Convene September 11 The public is welcome Please consider joining us on September 11 in the Des Moines Botanical Center as we reassess our situation at home and abroad regarding the so-called “war on terrorism.”  … Continue reading →

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Harnessing the Youth Vote

Posted on August 18, 2004 by bfialindathieman

Harnessing the Youth Vote Wiretap After years of neglect, the Democratic Party is finally reaching out to young voters An emerging generation of young, progressive Democrats is networking, brainstorming, and organizing to fill a gap in liberal politics. Because the … Continue reading →

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Kerry Campaigns as Candidate of Big Business

Posted on August 9, 2004 by bfialindathieman

Kerry Campaigns as Candidate of Big Business If you're one of those people who believes that the United States actually has a one-party system – the Corporate Party – and that the Republicans and Democrats are merely separate factions of … Continue reading →

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Democrats Learn The Wrong Lesson

Posted on August 8, 2004 by bfialindathieman

Democrats Learn The Wrong Lesson The Nation The Democrats seem to have learned the wrong lesson.  Surprise! Bush Zones Go National by Jim Hightower At the 2000 GOP nominating convention in Philadelphia, candidate Bush created a fenced-in, out-of-sight protest zone … Continue reading →

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Iowa Author Publishes New Book

Posted on August 8, 2004 by bfialindathieman

Iowa Author Publishes New Book      Mike Palecek Mike Palecek is an author living in northwest Iowa. He is a former federal prisoner for peace, Iowa newspaper reporter, and Iowa congressional candidate. His newest book will be released in September … Continue reading →

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