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While the primary election today will eliminate a few candidates (in particular for Mayor and three Alderman positions in Davenport) many of the municipal and some school board elections on November 5th in Scott County are probably already determined because … Continue reading →

Political registration, donor history and associations are relevant and telling when scant information is available Democrat registration is a disqualifying attribute Voting time and locations available at Scott County Auditor website Note that only Davenport has a primary Tuesday October … Continue reading →

It seems to us that “conservative” Speaker Paul Ryan either accepts the premise that the government should actively manage most of what goes on in the country or he is pathetically ambivalent or weak.  The policy equivalent of fat with … Continue reading →

Jujitsu is a  martial art characterized as using the opponent’s force against himself. An article in today’s The Federalist by Christopher Jacobs advocates that  — Joe Biden Showed How The Senate Can Repeal Obamacare With Just 51 Votes  (excerpt) With … Continue reading →

We note John McCain is not using the Phoenix Veterans Administration hospital, akin to a single-payer plan, in pursuit of treatment of his brian cancer.  He prefers the Phoenix Mayo Clinic.  It is nice to have a life affirming alternative … Continue reading →

This Stilton Jarlsberg graphic and commentary* makes a compelling point about the recent comments from President Trump indicating he will allow Obamacare to stew in its juice, compelling a healthcare bill down the road after letting Obamacare “blow up” (and … Continue reading →

This came out last night but we have not seen it as yet even referenced on Iowa’s full-time Republican go-to site The Iowa Republican.  The editor was at the Dubuque event where this was announced but did not mention it … Continue reading →

also . . . Grubbing for votes Ted Cruz Recruits Some Rand Paul Supporters in Iowa  – NYTimes.com Ron Paul supporters bolt Rand Paul camp – Ben Schreckinger – POLITICO OK we were trying to be a bit cute.  Surprise! … Continue reading →

Scott Walker Jeb Bush Sarah Palin Throughout the nation the conservative commentariat  has been singing praises for Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker. An earned reputation precedes him. The rousing speech the conservative governor gave at the Congressman Steve King / Citizens … Continue reading →

Rand Paul Alignment A Slap In Face to Ron Paul Supporters Does a  recent announcement by Rand Paul reflect desperation?  Consider our comments intended as  contra this article at The Iowa Republican (TIR).   Senator Rand Paul’s RAND PAC has … Continue reading →