Monthly Archives: November 2004

Jesse Jackson: It’s Not Too Much to Ask

Posted on November 30, 2004 by Trish Nelson

Rev. Jesse Jackson on the Ohio Recount: It's Not Too Much to Ask   OpEdNews.com “We cannot be the home of the thief and the land of the slave.” by Bob Fitrakis & Harvey Wasserman COLUMBUS–Preaching to a packed, wildly … Continue reading →

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Who Wants to be a Governor?

Posted on November 29, 2004 by Trish Nelson

Who Wants to be a Governor? by Thomas Beaumont, Des Moines Register Nussle says Republicans have failed to galvanize the faithful NOV 28, 2004 Republicans lost the last two [gubernatorial] elections because the nominees' resumes failed to inspire Iowans, [Bob] … Continue reading →

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Howard Dean Weighs DNC Decision

Posted on November 28, 2004 by Trish Nelson

  Howard Dean Weighs DNC Decision Newsweek The Vermont firebrand is essentially a centrist—with conviction and passion. He's an obvious choice to lead the fractured party NOV 26, 2004 By Eleanor Clift   The struggle to be Democratic National Committee … Continue reading →

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Counterpoint: WWJD

Posted on November 27, 2004 by Trish Nelson

The Counterpoint: WWJD The rational counter to “The Point,” “The Counterpoint” critiques and corrects the daily editorial by Sinclair Broadcasting's corporate vice president, Mark Hyman, that is broadcast on all Sinclair-owned television stations across the country.  by Iowa's Ted Remington … Continue reading →

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Iowa Litter May End Up Back in the Ditch

Posted on November 26, 2004 by bfialindathieman

Iowa Litter May End Up Back in the Ditch Des Moines Register Stores don't want messy returns. Give redemption centers a chance, but if litter mounts, require grocers' participation. Fareway [and now some HyVee stores] began telling customers at some … Continue reading →

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Attempt to Stop Mandatory Mental Screening Fails

Posted on November 26, 2004 by bfialindathieman

Attempt to Stop Mandatory Mental Screening Fails WorldNetDaily.com An attempt by Rep. Ron Paul, R-Texas, to add language to the omnibus spending bill in Congress to require parental consent for any mental-health screening done to children with federal money has … Continue reading →

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Iowa Gubernatorial Race, 2006: Progressive Ed Fallon Throws Hat into Ring as Sally Pederson Bows Out

Posted on November 25, 2004 by bfialindathieman

Iowa Gubernatorial Race, 2006: Progressive Ed Fallon Throws Hat into Ring as Sally Pederson Bows Out by Linda Thieman Progressive State Representative Ed Fallon (D-Des Moines) announced Wednesday that after a lengthy exploratory campaign, he has made his decision and … Continue reading →

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12 Things Progressives Can Be Thankful For This Year

Posted on November 25, 2004 by bfialindathieman

12 Things Progressives Can Be Thankful For This Year by Linda Thieman Thanksgiving can be a bit of a touchy subject in the progressive community.  One can never assume that everyone will simply gather ‘round the turkey or the tofurkey … Continue reading →

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DFIA Gathering Honors Kennedy’s Legacy

Posted on November 24, 2004 by bfialindathieman

DFIA Gathering Honors Kennedy’s Legacy By Linda Cook , Quad City Times  Thanks to Molly Regan, DFIA Makes the QC Times! “My call is to the young of heart, regardless of age,” the candidate said Sunday afternoon. The young man … Continue reading →

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Howard Dean: Global Suffering Demands Global Response

Posted on November 24, 2004 by Trish Nelson

Howard Dean: Global Suffering Demands Global Response SitNews.us NOV 23, 2004 The Third World War By Gov. Howard Dean, M.D.  The war in Afghanistan was a victory for international morality, not only for taking away a haven for terrorists, but … Continue reading →

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