During the past several weeks, I have seen a lot of misinformation being spread across Iowa regarding the Iowa Public …
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Linda Upmeyer, guest columnist Guest Columnists Oct. 23, 2018 9:36 am2571d ago
During the past several weeks, I have seen a lot of misinformation being spread across Iowa regarding the Iowa Public …
Chad Cooper, guest columnist Guest Columnists Oct. 22, 2018 11:48 am2572d ago
First things first: I care about Cedar Rapids. I was born here. I was raised in the historic Moundview neighborhood. …
Kim Reynolds, candidate for Iowa Governor
Guest Columnists Oct. 20, 2018 9:30 am2574d ago
Every day, I’m working to build a better Iowa. It’s the first thing I think about in the morning and …
Gary Siegwarth, candidate for Iowa Governor
Guest Columnists Oct. 20, 2018 9:30 am2574d ago
I want to be your next governor. As the only independent candidate, I have a different vision for Iowa. I’ve …
Fred Hubbell, candidate for Iowa Governor
Guest Columnists Oct. 20, 2018 9:30 am2574d ago
We need change this November. As Gov. Kim Reynolds promises more of the same failed policies that are hurting Iowans, …
Jake Porter, candidate for Iowa Governor
Guest Columnists Oct. 20, 2018 9:30 am2574d ago
In 2006, when I first joined the Libertarian Party of Iowa, you couldn’t even register to vote as a Libertarian. …
Mark Strauss, candidate for U.S. House Guest Columnists Oct. 20, 2018 8:45 am2574d ago
I am running for Congress because of issues around the world that are affecting every American today, and will do so …
Dave Loebsack, candidate for U.S. House Guest Columnists Oct. 20, 2018 8:45 am2574d ago
As your representative, my most important priority is listening to the people of Iowa in order to best be their …
Daniel Clark, candidate for U.S. House
Guest Columnists Oct. 20, 2018 8:45 am2574d ago
Hello, everyone, my name is Daniel Clark and I am running for a seat in the U.S. House, representing Iowa’s …
Christopher Peters, candidate for U.S. House
Guest Columnists Oct. 20, 2018 8:45 am2574d ago
My name is Christopher Peters. I am a veteran, surgeon and small business owner running for Congress in Iowa’s 2nd …
Rod Blum, candidate for U.S. House
Guest Columnists Oct. 20, 2018 8:30 am2574d ago
While in Congress, I’ve worked hard to learn and find solutions to lower the cost and accessibility of health care. …
Abby Finkenauer, candidate for U.S. House
Guest Columnists Oct. 20, 2018 8:30 am2574d ago
Growing up in the small town of Sherrill, just outside of Dubuque, I was fortunate to be part of a …
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