Tag Archives: Middle East

Former State Dept Official To Speak On UI Campus

Posted on October 23, 2015 by bfiaedflaherty

Colonel Lawrence Wilkerson (retired), former Chief of Staff to US Secretary of State Colin Powell, will speak in Iowa City. His comments will address the excessive political influence of Pentagon contractors on US foreign policy. Wilkerson’s visit follows closely upon … Continue reading →

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Iowa Supports Middle East Peace

Posted on July 23, 2014 by Paul Deaton

Among the groups gearing up for Iowa’s first in the nation presidential caucus is Iowans Supporting Israel (ISI). According to their web site, “Iowa has an important role in the quadrennial selection of our President, we also have the responsibility … Continue reading →

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James Zogby Iowa Lecture Tour: U.S. Policy Toward Iran

Posted on March 20, 2012 by bfiaedflaherty

According to Dr. James Zogby, escalating rhetoric from all sides in the Gulf conflict poses danger. “The region is a tinderbox, and it is as if everyone is too busy playing with matches to think of the consequences….” The Crisis … Continue reading →

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