Rand Paul in Iowa: Defend Entire Bill of Rights

Rand Paul: “The Republican party can win again by emboldening our message, not diluting it. We must stand steadfast in defending the entire Bill or Rights.”

Iowa Gov. Terry Branstad Appoints Ryan Wise as Education Director

Iowa Gov. Terry E. Branstad today announced that he has named Iowa Department of Education deputy director Ryan Wise as the new director of the department.

Mike Huckabee Dings Obama, Clinton on Marriage Hypocrisy

Former Arkansas Governor Mike Huckabee released a web ad slamming President Obama and Hillary Clinton for their complete hypocrisy on same-sex marriage.

Caffeinated Thoughts Radio 6-27-15

Shane Vander Hart talks to Dr. Ben Carson about his campaign and Tom Hudson of CrossRoads Shooting Sports discusses his store and the 2nd Amendment.

What Candidates Should Say If Supreme Court Approves Gay Marriage

Social conservative insiders were asked how GOP presidential candidates should react to the Supreme Court’s anticipated ruling on gay marriage.

Caffeinated Thoughts Radio 6-20-15

Shane Vander Hart and Brian Myers discuss the Common Core State Standards and military connected children with Bruce Wykes from the Pioneer Institute.

Iowa Supreme Court Strikes Down Webcam Abortion Ban

The Iowa Supreme Court ruled to strike down a ban on “webcam” abortions, where women are given abortion-inducing drugs without an exam by a physician.

Steve King Introduces Sunshine in Academic Admissions Act

Congressman Steve King’s legislation require federally funded institutions of higher education to make public their use of race, color, and national origin.

Iowa GOP Cancels Iowa Straw Poll

The Republican Party of Iowa’s State Central Committee voted today to cancel the 2015 Iowa Straw Poll, previously planned for August 8.

The Successes and Challenges of Educating Military-Connected Children

Study finds college and career readiness focus of Common Core a disconnect with students from Military Families since majority are under seven years old.

Branstad Announces Location Expansion for Driver License Kiosks

Twenty four locations including libraries, Hy-Vee stores, and a Kum & Go around Iowa now house Motor Vehicle self-service kiosks for driver license renewals.

New Technology Announced for 2016 Iowa Caucuses

The 2016 Iowa caucus results will be delivered via a new, mobile-enabled, cloud-based platform that will allow for accurate, efficient and secure reporting.

Black Hawk Republicans Sponsor Religious Liberty Town Hall

Sam Clovis will keynote a religious liberty town hall sponsored by the Black County Republicans on 6/9/15 at 7:00p at the Waterloo Center for the Arts.

Franklin County GOP Takes Stand Against Civil Asset Forfeiture

The Franklin County Republican Central Committee unanimously approved a motion to adopt a statement calling for a change to civil asset forfeiture polices.

Liberty on the Rocks Returns to Des Moines

Liberty Iowa has announced the first of many “Liberty on the Rocks” events scheduled to take place Friday June 5 from 5:30 – 8:00pm at Embassy Suites.

American Military Heroes to Join Rick Perry for “Ride with Rick” in Iowa

Former Texas Governor Rick Perry will be in Perry, Iowa, on June 6 for Ride with Rick, a charity event benefiting the Puppy Jake Foundation.