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DemJones on Aug 23, 2022 8:01 AM
Progressives must NOT sit out this year's midterm elections! This election is far too important, both for the party and the country. Make sure to get involved these next two months - volunteer at a phone bank, write post cards supporting… See Comments
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President Musk

President Musk

December 20, 2024
As the cabinet for Donald Trump’s second term shapes up, the letter “B” keeps popping up. “B” as in “billionaire.” At this writing, no fewer than 13… Read More
Obey

Obey

December 18, 2024
Obeying in Advance It began with two morning cable hosts vociferously opposed to a second term of Donald Trump. For months, they (rightly) called out Trump’s sheer unfitness, his autocratic… Read More
The Junk Drawer

The Junk Drawer

December 18, 2024
If anyone thought that Donald Trump would somehow become more serious and sober minded in his second term, well…I have some sweet oceanfront property in Phoenix to sell you. The first… Read More
They Failed Us

They Failed Us

December 18, 2024
Now that the twice-impeached convicted felon who incited an insurrection and stole classified intel has been given the Golden Ticket to do it all again, we need to talk. Democrats are scratching… Read More
Yes, It Matters

Yes, It Matters

November 3, 2024
We’ve heard it before, from cynical friends, family, and co-workers: “Why bother to vote? It doesn’t matter.” And in recent years, it can feel like that’s the case. The… Read More
Fact VS Freakout: A Sanity Checklist

Fact VS Freakout: A Sanity Checklist

November 3, 2024
An old friend of mine just told me of the issues driving voters in this presidential election. And by “voters,” he means, the dudes in his golf foursome. Steve is a smart guy. He keeps… Read More
The Bullies among Us

The Bullies among Us

October 11, 2024
Ever since Donald Trump came down the escalator in 2015, he’s attracted bullies. At his rallies, he encouraged audience members to rough up protestors. He told cops to “not be too… Read More
The Stench on the Bench

The Stench on the Bench

October 11, 2024
The last few years have been like being on a rollercoaster that’s careening on a 240-year-old track held together by duct tape and Krazy Glue. We’ve told ourselves that the relentless… Read More
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Government Shutdown Doesn't Deliver on Republican's Promises to Bring Down Prices, Provide Economic Security

December 19, 2024
Unless House Republicans can reach an agreement by tomorrow night, the government is set to shut down DES MOINES - Iowa Republicans and Donald Trump promised to lower costs and give Iowans… Read More

Republican Civil War: MAGA Figures Attack Incumbent Senator Joni Ernst

December 6, 2024
DES MOINES - Donald Trump won’t take office for another month, yet Iowa Senator Joni Ernst has already been ousted from leadership and is being attacked by her Republican colleagues. Ernst… Read More

IDP Chair Releases Statement on IA-01 Recount Results

December 2, 2024
DES MOINES – On Dec 2nd, Iowa Democratic Party Chair Rita Hart released the following statement regarding the recount results in Iowa’s First Congressional District:“Christina… Read More

Iowa Democratic Party Chair Rita Hart Issues Statement to SCC following Tuesday’s Election

November 8, 2024
DES MOINES — On Nov 8th, Iowa Democratic Party Chair Rita Hart sent a letter to members of the Iowa Democratic Party State Central Committee following Tuesday’s election. It reads as… Read More

Nunn, Miller-Meeks, MAGA Republicans Set Sights on Repealing the ACA

November 5, 2024
DES MOINES – House Speaker Mike Johnson gave away Republican’s plans to reform the Affordable Care Act on Tuesday. “Health care reform’s going to be a big part of the… Read More
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