Tag Archives: Iowa Democrats

Can Deidre DeJear Win? The Answer Is Yes!

Posted on July 27, 2022 by Paul Deaton

I attended enough events and got enough one-on-one time with Deidre DeJear – both during her current campaign and when she ran for Secretary of State – to know she would be a good governor. When I compare her to … Continue reading →

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Supporting Access To Abortion After Dobbs

Posted on July 25, 2022 by Paul Deaton

In the Des Moines Register Iowa Poll released on Sunday, “A majority of Iowans – 60% – say abortion should be legal in most or all cases, at a time when the state’s Republican lawmakers have new freedom to restrict … Continue reading →

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Politics In An Unending Pandemic

Posted on July 9, 2022 by Paul Deaton

Part of the new protocol for summer events in Iowa, including political events, is recognition of and taking action to avoid contracting the coronavirus. It may not be going well because it seems a lot of people recently tested positive … Continue reading →

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Independence Day 2022

Posted on July 4, 2022 by Paul Deaton

Happy Independence Day from Blog for Iowa. Where I live Independence Day is often about the weather. Today, the weather was exceptional: scattered clouds set against the azure sky, moderate temperatures and low humidity. It was a great day to … Continue reading →

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Iowa Press Has A Great Program… For A Change

Posted on May 16, 2022 by Trish Nelson

I’ve been critical of Iowa Press. I just want them to be better because they have a key role to play informing the citizens of Iowa. In case you missed it the most recent edition of Iowa Press is definitely … Continue reading →

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DeJear, Bohannan, U.S. Senate Candidates in Amana on April 24

Posted on April 16, 2022 by Paul Deaton

On Sunday, April 24, beginning at 1 p.m., the Iowa County Democrats will host a number of Democratic candidates in a unique and fun type of fundraiser. Instead of candidates giving a speech in front of the entire audience, the … Continue reading →

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Watch This Week’s Blue Statehouse Alert Live

Posted on March 10, 2022 by Trish Nelson

Go to Iowa House Democrats FB page and sign up for weekly updates.  

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Help Dems Fight Disinformation: Watch This Week’s Blue Statehouse Alert LIVE

Posted on February 23, 2022 by Trish Nelson

Jennifer Konfrst is an awesome, high energy leader.  This week Jennifer and Phyllis Thede tag-teamed on the strange happenings in the Iowa legislature.  You will enjoy these weekly live events.  Listen and sign up for updates. This is one of … Continue reading →

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How Was Your Caucus Night?

Posted on February 8, 2022 by Trish Nelson

| Last night was caucus night in Iowa. Hope you all attended.  Best thing I heard at our caucus was from Tony Currin who is running for Mary Mascher’s soon to be vacated seat in Iowa House District 89.  “It’s … Continue reading →

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Watch This Week’s Blue Statehouse Alert

Posted on February 3, 2022 by Trish Nelson

Iowa House Dems are committed to keeping everyone informed of what is going on in the House this legislative session. Watch on FB and click on the links to sign up for a weekly newsletter and updates from Jennifer Konfrst.

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