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Vander Hart: State Legislatures Won’t Upend the Electoral College for Trump

Shane Vander Hart: There is a magical belief that state legislatures can ignore state law after an election ends to bypass the voters’ will. They can’t.
The Supreme Court Building in Washington, DC. Photo taken by Tim Sackton (CC-By-SA 2.0).

‘Even In A Pandemic, the Constitution Cannot Be Put Away and Forgotten’

The Supreme Court offered a stinging rebuke of New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s COVID-19 restrictions on houses of worship in “red” and “orange” zones.
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Vander Hart: Christians In the Midst of Political Polarization

Shane Vander Hart: People we disagree with are created in the image of God just like we are. Because they are image-bearers, they have dignity and worth.

LGBTQ-Rights Group Wants Biden to Restrict Religious Liberty

The Human Rights Campaign wants the incoming Biden Administration to restrict religious liberty when it comes into conflict with perceived LGBTQ rights.

Ernst: Recognizing the Sacrifice of our Military Families

Joni Ernst: I am eternally grateful to military families who sacrifice so much and faithfully support our men and women in uniform.

Reynolds Introduces PR Campaign to Help Stop Spread of COVID-19

Gov. Kim Reynolds announced a new PR campaign including Tom Vilsack, Dan Gable, and Carson King to enlist Iowans’ help stop the spread of COVID-19.

Reynolds Approves Fitness Classes In Modified Public Health Emergency Declaration

Gov. Kim Reynolds modified her public health emergency declaration’s COVID-19 mitigation measures for recreational facilities and fitness centers.

Campaigns Disagree Over Recount Process in Iowa’s 2nd Congressional District Race

Miller-Meeks’ campaign accused Hart’s campaign of distorting the recount process that is now underway in Iowa’s 2nd Congressional District.

Watch: Shane Vander Hart Discusses COVID-19 Mitigation on Faith Works Live

Shane Vander Hart joined Mike Demastus and Ian Barrs on Faith Works Live on the Truth Network 99.3 FM to discuss COVID-19 mandates and mitigation measures.

Watch: Ernst Questions CEOs of Facebook and Twitter

U.S. Senator Joni Ernst asked Jack Dorsey and Mark Zuckerberg about how they monitor disinformation and prevent dissemination of child sexual abuse material.

APP Files FEC Complaint Against Facebook Alleging Illegal Contribution to Democrats

Terry Schilling of American Principles Project: “We urge the FEC to consider APP PAC’s complaint and launch an investigation as soon as possible.”

Grassley’s Historic 8,927 Vote Streak Ends

Due to his quarantine, Tuesday marks the first votes U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley has not cast in service to Iowans in more than 27 years.
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Vander Hart: Between Two Camps on COVID-19

Shane Vander Hart: I don’t agree with mandates, but I believe in personal responsibility. I urge people to be responsible.

Reynolds Issues Mask Mandate, Implements Additional Mitigation Measures

Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds issued a mask mandate for indoor public spaces and limited indoor activities to 15 people and outdoor gatherings to 30 people.

Hinson Says She Doesn’t Support Another Lockdown

Congresswoman-Elect Ashley Hinson, R-Iowa, said she would not support another lockdown in response to climbing numbers of COVID-19 cases.

Grassley: November is National Adoption Month

Chuck Grassley: Adoption brings hope to children and parents who want their own forever family to love and with whom to count their blessings around the dinner table.