Trump’s Cruel Muslim Ban Frightens Locals, Meets Resistance
President Trump’s Muslim ban is so incredibly cruel because of the paralyzing fear it has created in America’s immigrant and refugee communities. It is base... Read more.
The Republican Messiah Complex And Destruction Of Democracy
Among the many lies conservatives told or bought into about President Barack Obama, two come especially to mind in light of the new president’s proclivities.... Read more.
Brad Zaun Gets Grilled By Overflow Crowd Of Angry Constituents
The regular monthly Urbandale Chamber of Commerce meeting on Saturday morning was far from normal. The meeting scheduled to begin at 10:30 had exceeded room... Read more.
Chuck Grassley Hated Obama’s Executive Orders. But Now…?
Iowa Senator Chuck Grassley has long prided himself on providing a strong check on the executive branch. At campaign events and town halls during his... Read more.
Outside Iowa Mosque, O’Malley Blasts Muslim Ban As “Emperor-Like Edict”
Martin O’Malley was in Iowa this weekend as the full effects of President Donald Trump’s ban on travelers from Muslim countries rippled across the n... Read more.
Republicans Repay Union Voters With Anti-Union Agenda
President Trump campaigned on a theme of bringing back good paying jobs. He promised he would be the “greatest job producer God has ever created.”... Read more.
Republicans Aim Biggest Cuts For At-Risk Iowans, Rainy Day Fund Unused
Republican legislators are moving quickly today on their revised budget cuts proposal, which totals $88 million in cuts, along with $25 million in tax credit t... Read more.
Planned Parenthood Warns GOP: You Own This
It was quickly evident that Republican Senators Amy Sinclair and Jason Schultz wanted the public hearing on defunding Planned Parenthood short and sweet. Althou... Read more.
Petersen: GOP Making It “Easier To Get A Machine Gun Than A Pap Smear”
Iowa activists and legislators gathered on Monday at the Statehouse to prepare for the upcoming battle over defunding Planned Parenthood. Tomorrow is the first ... Read more.
Early Signs Encouraging For Democratic Takeback In 2018
For Democrats still shellshocked by their sweeping defeat in the 2016 election and depressed by Donald Trump’s inauguration, any positive sign for the fut... Read more.