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Terry Branstad

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JoniPAC Roast and Ride Live Blog

Shane Vander Hart is live blogging at the Iowa State Fairgrounds for U.S. Senator Joni Ernst’s 2nd annual Roast and Ride hosted by JONI PAC.

I Thought We Would Be Safe at the Iowa State Fair?

Shane Vander Hart: Gov. Terry Branstad assured us that the Iowa State Fairgrounds were safe and yet on the last night of the fair an 18-year-old is stabbed.

Terry Branstad: People Don’t Really Need Guns at the Iowa State Fair

Gov. Terry Branstad defended the Iowa State Fair Board’s gun carry ban during the Iowa State Fair on August 11-21 during his weekly press conference.

The Iowa Civil Rights Commission Must Be Restrained

Iowa Gov. Terry Branstad and the Iowa Legislature need to rein in the unelected Iowa Civil Rights Commission before they further trample religious freedom.
Iowa Governor Terry Branstad (red) visits with attendees. Photo credit: Anita Morrill

Iowans Celebrate Governor Samuel Merrill’s Mausoleum Restoration

Nearly 100 Iowans gathered to remember former Governor Samuel Merrill by dedicating his newly restored Mausoleum in Woodland Cemetery in Des Moines.

How Does Branstad’s Bible Proclamation Violate Anyone’s Rights?

A Bible proclamation signed by Iowa Governor Terry Branstad has the ACLU and Freedom From Religion considering a lawsuit saying it is unconstitutional.

Terry Branstad Vetoes Smarter Balanced Assessments Delay

Iowa Governor Terry Branstad vetoed the bipartisan action to delay the Smarter Balanced Assessments. He approved SF 2323 and line item vetoed that measure.

Iowa GOP State Convention Live Blog

Shane Vander Hart will update a live blog through the day during the Iowa GOP State Convention in the Varied Industries Building at the Iowa State Fairgrounds in Des Moines.

Kim Reynolds Has Brought Value to the Role of Lieutenant Governor

The Des Moines Register called for an end to the office of Lieutenant Governor held by Kim Reynolds, but were silent with her liberal predecessors.
Congressman Steve King (R-Iowa) introduces U.S. Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX) at an event in Des Moines. Photo credit: Gage Skidmore

Iowa Ag Secretary Backs Steve King, Not the Big Ethanol Candidate

Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Bill Northey endorsed Congressman Steve King not his primary opponent State Senator Rick Bertrand who is backed by Big Ethanol.

Iowa Senate Votes to Lift Gun Suppressor Ban

The Iowa Senate votes 46 to 4 in favor of House File 2279 that removes gun suppressors from Iowa’s list of “offensive weapons” if signed into law.
The White House released an introduction video for their Supreme Court nominee Merrick Garland.

Ernst and Grassley Oppose Obama’s Supreme Court Nominee

President Obama nominated Chief Judge of the D.C. Circuit Court Merrick Garland to the Supreme Court, U.S. Senators Chuck Grassley and Joni Ernst oppose.

A Victory for Iowa Taxpayers

Jason Schultz: Iowa Senate Democrats and Governor Terry Branstad finally agreed to join Iowa House and Senate Republicans to allow coupling.

Dr. Alveda King Slated to Speak at 2016 Iowa Prayer Breakfast

The 55th annual Iowa Prayer Breakfast featuring Dr. Alveda King will be held on Thursday, March 24th, 2016 at 7:00-8:45 am in Des Moines, IA.
Ted Cruz gives his victory speech after Iowa Caucuses.

Iowa Caucuses Winners and Losers

Shane Vander Hart discusses who were the winners and losers of the 2016 Iowa Caucuses that saw Ted Cruz win the first victory on the road to the nomination.
U.S. Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX) at the 2015 Iowa Ag Summit in Des Moines. Photo credit: Dave Davidson (Prezography.com)

Steve King Defends Ted Cruz’s Position on Ethanol

Congressman Steve King (R-IA) defended Ted Cruz’s position on the Renewable Fuel Standard and ethanol after the Fox News/Google GOP Presidential debate.