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We cover politics, primarily U.S. and Iowa politics.

It’s Over

Shane Vander Hart: President Donald Trump has officially lost the Electoral College vote and the probability of it being overturned are slim and none.

Supreme Court Rules Texas Doesn’t Have Standing, A Win for Federalism

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton’s complaint filed in Texas v. Pennsylvania, et. al. is an affront to federalism, the Supreme Court was right to reject it.

Labor Department Strengthens Religious Exemption for Federal Contractors

Eugene Scalia: “Religious organizations should not have to fear that acceptance of a federal contract or subcontract will require them to abandon their religious character or identity.”

Vander Hart: Xavier Bacerra Is The Worst Choice for HHS

President-Elect Joe Biden’s appointment of Xavier Bacerra to head Health and Human Services is an insult to anyone who cares about religious liberty.

Ernst: Operation Warp Speed Demonstrates The Best of American Innovation

Joni Ernst: “We’ve allowed for the private and public sectors to work hand-in-hand and to utilize our nation’s full capabilities” to develop COVID-19 vaccines.

Vander Hart: Truth Matters

Shane Vander Hart: Let’s commit to exercise some healthy skepticism of things we see online and seek the truth regardless of where it leads.

Hendrickson: Is Eliminating Iowa’s Income Tax the Answer?

John Hendrickson: Iowa has the potential to build upon recent pro-growth tax reforms that place taxpayers first and make our state more competitive.

Vander Hart: Obama’s Sage Advice for Activists

Shane Vander Hart: Barack Obama is right. Activists can use “snappy slogans” that energize their side but alienates others or they can work to build support.

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.

‘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.

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.