Tag Archives: equality

Race And The Economy

Posted on August 31, 2024 by Dave Bradley

11 minutes. Have you ever wondered why we in America can’t have a simple medical system where if you get sick or injured you go to a doctor’s office or hospital and get taken care of?  Have you ever wondered … Continue reading →

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Learning The Right Lessons From History

Posted on January 16, 2023 by Trish Nelson

This MLK Day, Let’s Learn the Right Lessons from History Dr. King was a giant, but history is also made by ordinary people standing up for what’s right. That takes all of us. By Svante Myrick | January 11, 2023.  … Continue reading →

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Rep. David Young Votes Against LGBT Protections

Posted on July 20, 2016 by Trish Nelson

Iowa Republican David Young switched his vote at the last minute on an amendment that would have prevented federal contractors from getting government work if they discriminate against members of the LGBT community. The amendment was about to pass by … Continue reading →

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Comment On Marriage Equality

Posted on May 12, 2012 by Dave Bradley

Monday three Iowa judges (Marsha Thurness pictured left, David Baker and Michael Streit)  received the prestigious Profile In Courage Award from Caroline Kennedy for their part in the Varnum v. Brien decision legalizing marriage equality in Iowa. Wednesday President Obama … Continue reading →

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IDPH Erasing Parents From Vital Records

Posted on February 16, 2012 by Trish Nelson

From One Iowa: On February 8, 2012 Lambda Legal filed suit against the Iowa Department of Public Health (IDPH) on behalf of Jenny and Jessica Buntemeyer, a married Iowa couple seeking an accurate death certificate for their stillborn baby, Brayden. … Continue reading →

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