by Caleb Lillquist | Jul 19, 2021 | Opinion
The Des Moines Register only touts and supports Iowan law enforcement officers and officials when it conveniently applies to attacking Republican leadership. Let’s lay some quick foundation for this indisputable claim: For the past year and a half, the Register has...
by Senator Joni Ernst | Jul 19, 2021 | Congress, Opinion
Last weekend, Cubans from across the island nation—from Havana to Santiago—took to the streets, rising up against the Communist-run government, as they face the worst economic conditions in decades. While the Cuban people have long-suffered under authoritarian rule,...
by Mariannette Miller-Meeks | Jul 9, 2021 | Congress, Opinion
These days, it is tough to get members of Congress united behind a common goal. The House and Senate, Republicans and Democrats, have different visions and agendas to push. Fortunately, there is one area that a large number of members from both sides of the aisle and...
by Senator Joni Ernst | Jul 4, 2021 | Congress, Opinion
The adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, was a defining moment in world history. It launched America on her journey to becoming the greatest nation on the face of the planet, and inspired other countries to chart a path toward democracy. Over...
by Luke Martz | Jul 2, 2021 | Opinion
A tale of hubris in just a few tweets… New guy is 8 mins into re-election talking points and we’re just interested in the economy. #ialegis pic.twitter.com/8CaHHyPWK1 — Rep. Chris Hall (@HallForIowa) March 19, 2021 For folks watching this REC and some of the...
by Chuck Grassley | Jul 2, 2021 | Congress, Opinion
On this Independence Day, America celebrates 245 years since freedom-loving patriots put their lives on the line and declared America’s sovereignty from the British Crown. The mid-summer celebration offers the perfect opportunity to take stock of America’s crown...