U.S. Senator Ben Sasse (R-NE) wasn’t interested in focusing on politics when he spoke at the Story County GOP’s Judge Joseph Story Dinner in Nevada, Iowa.
Marco Rubio: I Was Wrong on Immigration
U.S. Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) explains at CPAC 2015 that he was wrong when he backed a 2013 bipartisan plan that was unworkable under in light of current events.
Steve King: I Want My Liberty Back
Congressman Steve King (R-IA) spoke at 2012 Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) yesterday in Washington, D.C. King’s speech focused on the growth of the government’s reach into Americans’ everyday lives. Money quote: “I want my liberty back! How did a nation born of freedom and liberty lose its freedom and liberty? How does a nation […]
Tim Pawlenty at Ames Straw Poll: Results Not Rhetoric
Former Minnesota Governor Tim Pawlenty at the Ames Straw Poll said that while Iowa’s Democrats propelled Barack Obama toward the White House, today is the day where Iowans can send a message that he has got to go. Pawlenty said we need to be a nation that puts their trust in God first and foremost. […]
Video: Sarah Palin’s Remarks on Ronald Reagan
Former Alaska Governor Sarah Palin was the keynote speaker for the Young America’s Foundation’s celebration of the 100th Anniversary of President Ronald Reagan’s birth. If you were unable to watch the speech, you can watch below, courtesy of PalinTV.
Steve King Announces Conservative Principles Conference
Des Moines, Iowa – Congressman Steve King will bring nationally-recognized leaders to Iowa for his first Conservative Principles Conference on Saturday, March 26, 2011. The day-long conference will include panel discussions and speakers including 2012 Republican presidential prospects. The event will conclude with an evening banquet featuring King and keynote speaker Senator Jim DeMint of […]
Michele Bachmann Asks Iowans, Will America Endure?
Congresswoman Michele Bachmann (R-MN) was in Des Moines, IA yesterday and wrapped up her busy day that got off to a somewhat rocky start with a speech at a reception hosted by Iowans for Tax Relief that had approximately 190 people in attendance. She noted that her trip to Des Moines has sparked a lot […]
Sarah Palin: America’s Enduring Strength
By Sarah Palin Like millions of Americans I learned of the tragic events in Arizona on Saturday, and my heart broke for the innocent victims. No words can fill the hole left by the death of an innocent, but we do mourn for the victims’ families as we express our sympathy. I agree with the […]
An Attitude of Gratitude
By State Senator Paul McKinley – Iowa Senate Republican Leader As the season of Thanksgiving approaches, Americans will gather together with friends, family and neighbors. We give thanks and express a deep sense of gratitude for all the bounties to which we have been blessed. As Americans – we must always remember that Thanksgiving is […]
Sarah Palin on School Choice, Civic Education, Natural Law, American Exceptionalism, and Faith in Public Life
Governor Sarah Palin gave a speech last week at Plumstead Christian School in Plumsteadville, PA that wasn’t highly publicized or talked about. I particularly enjoyed her plug for school choice and parental sovereignty in education. She also spoke about the important role that Christian schools play educating students about our nation’s founding, our Constitution’s foundation […]
Obama Is Not a Muslim, But He Is a Statist Who Doesn’t Believe in American Exceptionalism
The Pew Research Center released a poll that showed 1 in 5 Americans believe that President Obama is a Muslim, and that has caused an uproar. Then Iowa’s National Republican Committeewoman, Kim Lehman (who is a friend and contributes here on occasion) tweeted on Thursday, “@politico you’re funny. They must pay you a lot to […]