2019
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2019 In Review: Iowa House Democrats’ Big Legislative Successes
The U.S. House of Representatives passed about 350 bills in 2019 under the leadership of Nancy Pelosi, with help from longtime members and freshmen lawmakers who were critical to turning the tide for Democrats. Two of the new Democrats elected in 2018 were from Iowa. 1st District Congresswoman Abby Finkenauer and Rep. Cindy Axne, from the…
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Judicial Advocates: Democrats Must Restore ‘Faith In The Third Branch’
This election cycle, Democratic voters are realizing the importance of the federal courts with a new sense of urgency. This is partly because of court advocacy groups, but also the speed at which President Donald Trump’s nominations have been confirmed. With the help of Senate Republicans, Trump has appointed 187 judges to lifetime positions on…
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The Iowa Counties That (Almost) No Candidates Go To
The 99-county tour. It’s been an ambitious goal for anyone looking to win over Iowa voters in every corner of the state. Candidates have completed it and love to talk about it, and it’s become somewhat of a unicorn to chase while campaigning in the state. It’s a great tool for state races and a…
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Maria’s Story: From Migrant To College Grad, Using Soccer To Build Community
The end of the year has a way of stirring things in your memory, from family to heroes, to all kinds of inspiration. I have been inspired by books and by movies, and more importantly, I am always inspired by unique individuals who have struggled and came through to the other side strong, and yet…
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What Pete Buttigieg Wants Young Progressives To Know About Him
On Pete Buttigieg’s first trip to Iowa as a presidential candidate, during a bitterly cold day in February, he made a stop at Iowa State University in Ames to speak with a group of college students. Over forty young voters showed up, a good turnout for a then-unknown contender, and Buttigieg gave an eloquent presentation…
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Ep139: Patty Judge Talks Ernst & Impeachment, Philly Mayor Interview
Happy holidays! In this extra episode for your travel days, Patty Judge chats with Josh Cook about Joni Ernst’s FEC troubles, how Iowa Reps voted on impeachment, and strategy for campaigns for the remaining schedule until the caucus. In the second half, Pat Rynard sits down with Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney to talk about…
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More Than A Feeling: Forget The Polls, Booker Urges, Look To Iowa Upset
One of the tenets of Sen. Cory Booker’s 2020 presidential bid can be traced back to a Maya Angelou quote. “People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel,” she said. The New Jersey Senator often recites the sentiment during his lengthy campaign event riffs. That feeling is what’s carrying Booker, who despite…
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Ep138: Inside The Bus Tours; Audio And Moments From Fun Trips
Pat Rynard sits down with Isabella Murray and Nikoel Hytrek to talk about their weekends on the road with presidential candidates Sen. Cory Booker and Sen. Amy Klobuchar. In the second half, we take you inside the bus on Cory Booker’s trip to hear some fun audio and get a feel for his environment.
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Booker Bus Tour, Day 2: Deep-Red Stops, SNL And Impeachment
During the second day of Sen. Cory Booker’s open-press, all-on-the-record bus trip across Iowa, the Senator was more settled into his travel and was getting some additional work done. He went up to the front of the bus several times to make phone calls and conduct other business—during his last event in Mason City, the…
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All The Unique Iowa Moments From Klobuchar’s 10-County Day
Sen. Amy Klobuchar is in the midst of a 27-county barnstorm of Iowa, part of her effort to do the full 99-county tour before caucus night gets here. She’s riding high after a solid debate performance, one that generated $1 million in donations to her in the 24 hours after, allowing her to expand her…
