Tag Archives: dave loebsack

Loebsack Endorses Finkenauer For U.S. Senate

Posted on July 27, 2021 by Paul Deaton

Abby Finkenauer Earns Endorsement of Congressman Dave Loebsack Cedar Rapids — Yesterday Abby Finkenauer, candidate for U.S. Senate, was endorsed by former Congressman Dave Loebsack. “Abby is one of the hardest workers I have ever seen, and I don’t say … Continue reading →

Posted in 2022 Election campaign | Tagged , , , , | Comments Off on Loebsack Endorses Finkenauer For U.S. Senate

Letters From Loebsack

Posted on July 30, 2020 by Paul Deaton

I’ve received a number of official reply letters from Dave Loebsack in the 14 years he served as our congressman. He discusses priorities for the CARES Act follow on bill in this one. July 28, 2020 Dear Mr. Deaton, Thank … Continue reading →

Posted in David Loebsack | Tagged , , , , , , | Comments Off on Letters From Loebsack

Dave and Terry Loebsack Inducted Into Hall Of Fame

Posted on July 20, 2020 by Paul Deaton

On Saturday, July 18, Dave and Terry Loebsack were inducted into the Johnson County Democrats Hall of Fame. The event is usually a dessert and cash bar event with socializing being the best part. This year, because of the coronavirus … Continue reading →

Posted in David Loebsack | Tagged , , , | Comments Off on Dave and Terry Loebsack Inducted Into Hall Of Fame

After Dave Loebsack

Posted on August 9, 2018 by Paul Deaton

You don’t need to be a political insider to understand Dave Loebsack’s days in the U.S. House of Representatives are getting numbered. Loebsack seems likely to dispatch with power his second time opponent, Chris Peters from Coralville, this year. He … Continue reading →

Posted in 2018 Election Campaign, politics | Tagged , , , , , | Comments Off on After Dave Loebsack

Loebsack Co-authors the Precision Agriculture Connectivity Act

Posted on July 24, 2018 by Paul Deaton

U.S. House Passes Loebsack, Latta Legislation to Reduce Barriers for Precision Agriculture Implementation WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. House of Representatives has passed H.R. 4881, the Precision Agriculture Connectivity Act, to reduce barriers to the implementation of cutting-edge technology on America’s … Continue reading →

Posted in David Loebsack | Tagged , , | 1 Comment

Dave Loebsack 10 Years In

Posted on August 24, 2016 by Paul Deaton

When I first volunteered to support Dave Loebsack for congress it was a dicey endeavor. In 2004 I’d supported Dave Franker and he was not the best of candidates. He seemed a throw-away placed on the ballot next to Jim … Continue reading →

Posted in 2016 Election Campaign, David Loebsack | Tagged , , , , , | Comments Off on Dave Loebsack 10 Years In

Iowa Democrats Convene

Posted on March 14, 2016 by Paul Deaton

JOHNSON COUNTY, Iowa — Democratic delegates met in all 99 Iowa counties on Saturday, March 12. The day was overcast, but hopeful. A bellwether was the fact I didn’t recognize many of the hundreds of people at the Tiffin High … Continue reading →

Posted in 2016 Election Campaign, Progressive Community | Tagged , , , | 1 Comment

Loebsack Coffee Tour In Davenport, Clinton

Posted on July 30, 2015 by Paul Deaton

Loebsack to Bring “Coffee with Your Congressman Tour” to Davenport, Clinton IOWA CITY – Congressman Dave Loebsack announced today that he will continue his Coffee with Your Congressman tour this Friday, July 31, with stops in Davenport and Clinton. At … Continue reading →

Posted in 2016 Election Campaign, David Loebsack | Tagged , , | Comments Off on Loebsack Coffee Tour In Davenport, Clinton

Keystone XL — Bright Shiny Object

Posted on November 16, 2014 by Paul Deaton

Friday the U.S. House of Representatives passed a bill directing the federal government to move forward on the Keystone XL pipeline on a 252-161 vote. It was less than the number of votes needed to override a presidential veto, but … Continue reading →

Posted in 2014 Election Campaign, David Loebsack, Environment | Tagged , , , , , | Comments Off on Keystone XL — Bright Shiny Object

Why I Like Dave Loebsack

Posted on January 21, 2014 by Paul Deaton

Unlike many in my cohort of grade school classmates, I stay in touch with my elected officials and have written them on important issues. Dave Loebsack is my U.S. Congressman, I like him, and it’s no secret. Loebsack receives his … Continue reading →

Posted in 2014 Election Campaign, Congress, David Loebsack | Tagged , , , , , | 1 Comment