Liz Mathis for Senate District 18
Liz will be a strong voice for eastern Iowa where she spent more than 25 years as a news anchor, asking the tough questions to elected officials on both sides of the aisle.
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Ready to lead, Liz Mathis wins Democratic nomination in Senate District 18
DES MOINES – Iowa Democratic Party Chairwoman Sue Dvorsky released the following statement congratulating Liz Mathis on becoming the Democratic nominee in Senate District 18: “Liz Mathis has shown determination to get results, ask the tough questions, and strengthen her community. Now, she will put those traits to work for... -
IDP Investigation: Open records requests mishandled by Branstad administration
Iowans wait two months, pay over $800 for records DES MOINES – An investigation by the Iowa Democratic Party shows transparency seriously lacking in the Branstad administration, as the average open records request is not fulfilled in the legally required time and other transparency gimmicks have been abandoned. Records obtained... -
OFA Office Opening in Davenport
All across the state this week President Obama’s re-election campaign has been opening their office doors and accepting volunteers ready to give the President another four years to bring needed change to this country. Last night in Scott County, the offices got some local media attention: From WQAD: “I’m committed,... -
IDP Statement On GOP Debate
DES MOINES – In response to tonight’s Republican debate, Iowa Democratic Party Chairwoman Sue Dvorsky released the following statement: “What we saw in the debate tonight were more Republican candidates championing the extreme Tea Party agenda. What we did not see tonight were any new ideas for creating jobs or... -
Republicans nominate rubber stamp for Branstad
DES MOINES – Iowa Democratic Party chairwoman Sue Dvorsky released the following statement following the Linn County Republicans’ choice of Cindy Golding as the nominee in Senate District 18: “With Cindy Golding as the Republican nominee, voters in Senate District 18 are going to have a clear choice to make:... -
Health Care Reform At Work
According to a new Gallup Poll, President Obama’s health care reform is already changing things for the better. From the report: Fewer young adults in the U.S. reported lacking health insurance coverage in each of the three quarters since the new healthcare law in September 2010 began allowing young adults... -
SLIDESHOW: 2011 Harkin Steak Fry
The weather was sour but spirits were high as attendees heard speeches from Senators Tom Harkin and Bernie Sanders along with special guest, political strategist Paul Begala. Some people happen to LIKE their steak a little watered down. Enjoy: -
Mayor Rahm Emanuel to keynote 2011 Jefferson Jackson Dinner
DES MOINES – Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel will be the keynote speaker at the Iowa Democratic Party’s 2011 Jefferson Jackson dinner, party Chairwoman Sue Dvorsky announced today. The dinner will take place on November 19th in Des Moines. “It’s an honor to welcome Mayor Rahm Emanuel to the state for the... -
SD 18 Special Nominating Convention Set
DES MOINES – The Iowa Democratic Party has set the special nominating convention in Senate District 18 for Wednesday, September 28, 2011, following the Linn County Democrats’ Central Committee meeting at the Hiawatha Community Center: 101 Emmons Street, Hiawatha, IA. Delegates to this convention will choose the Democratic nominee to...