Tag Archives: Iowa politics

Miller-Meeks Involved In Settlement Scandal

It appears that 2nd Congressional District Republican primary challenger Mariannette Miller-Meeks  is involved in the developing secret settlement scandal in the Branstad administration. As a department head, she was a participant, and signed off on settlement statements like the one … Continue reading

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Why I Like Dave Loebsack

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

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Iowa's Flight to No Preference

Chad Brown of Ankeny, “the co-chairman of the Polk County Republican Party, has resigned and changed his party registration to independent, saying the GOP has become too conservative and is condoning “hateful” rhetoric,” reported Kathie Obradovich, political columnist for the Des … Continue reading

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36th Annual Harkin Steak Fry

(Editor’s note: This information was released prior to the announcement that Vice President Joe Biden will be attending the 36th Annual Harkin Steak Fry). It’s that time of year again! The 36th annual Harkin Steak Fry is right around the … Continue reading

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Passenger Rail and Eminent Domain Get Married

What will it take for the Iowa House to get a bill considered on the floor of the Iowa Senate? Representatives Dave Jacoby and Bobby Kaufmann are hoping that pairing a Senate Democratic priority— funding passenger rail in order to … Continue reading

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Koch Brothers Cronies To Spit On Eastern Iowa Corridor Monday – Join The Protest

What: Counter-Protest against Joe the Plumber When: Monday, May 7, 8 am Where: Coralville Holiday Inn 1220 1st Ave., Coralville (near Fireman’s Memorial) Governor Chet Culver to Hold Media Conference Call Monday in Response to the Americans for Prosperity Super … Continue reading

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