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Today, Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day, we honor and remember the thousands of brave souls lost on December 7, 1941.
December 7, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Today, Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day, we honor and remember the thousands of brave souls lost on December 7, 1941.
Take our 2026 issues survey and tell us what you want the Legislature to focus on in the upcoming legislative session: bit.ly/2026Priorities
December 6, 2025 at 6:30 PM
Take our 2026 issues survey and tell us what you want the Legislature to focus on in the upcoming legislative session: bit.ly/2026Priorities
Kitchen table issues like rising costs, education, and affordable housing will be front and center for legislative Democrats in 2026. Read Sen. Weiner and Rep. Meyer's column here: bit.ly/3Y77RiK
December 5, 2025 at 6:30 PM
Kitchen table issues like rising costs, education, and affordable housing will be front and center for legislative Democrats in 2026. Read Sen. Weiner and Rep. Meyer's column here: bit.ly/3Y77RiK
Don't let scammers ruin your holiday season!
December 5, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Don't let scammers ruin your holiday season!
We don't need to follow Alaska's missteps. IPERS is stable, reliable, and one of our most effective tools for worker recruitment and retention.
December 4, 2025 at 10:00 PM
We don't need to follow Alaska's missteps. IPERS is stable, reliable, and one of our most effective tools for worker recruitment and retention.
A new AARP study on caregiving shows the complex needs many working families face without access to reliable nursing facilities or affordable health care services. You can read the full study here: bit.ly/4pkRBqt
December 4, 2025 at 4:30 PM
A new AARP study on caregiving shows the complex needs many working families face without access to reliable nursing facilities or affordable health care services. You can read the full study here: bit.ly/4pkRBqt
We'll always have working Iowans' backs.
December 3, 2025 at 10:00 PM
We'll always have working Iowans' backs.
2026 is almost here, and it's time to start looking ahead to the next legislative session! Take our brief issues survey and tell us your legislative priorities for the upcoming year: bit.ly/2026Priorities
December 3, 2025 at 8:10 PM
2026 is almost here, and it's time to start looking ahead to the next legislative session! Take our brief issues survey and tell us your legislative priorities for the upcoming year: bit.ly/2026Priorities
Iowa's patient-to-physician ration ranks 44th nationally, and our ongoing doctor shortages threaten health care access in every corner of our state. Read more here: bit.ly/44EKbFZ
December 3, 2025 at 4:03 PM
Iowa's patient-to-physician ration ranks 44th nationally, and our ongoing doctor shortages threaten health care access in every corner of our state. Read more here: bit.ly/44EKbFZ
Iowans deserve the reassurance of a proper unemployment safety net as they work through job loss, especially during the holiday season. That's why Senate Democrats continue to fight to restore Iowans’ earned unemployment benefits.
December 2, 2025 at 9:30 PM
Iowans deserve the reassurance of a proper unemployment safety net as they work through job loss, especially during the holiday season. That's why Senate Democrats continue to fight to restore Iowans’ earned unemployment benefits.
Giving Tuesday is built on the idea of supporting your local community, by donating time, resources, or even something as small as an act of kindness toward a stranger. Celebrate #GivingTuesday in your community today!
December 2, 2025 at 6:55 PM
Giving Tuesday is built on the idea of supporting your local community, by donating time, resources, or even something as small as an act of kindness toward a stranger. Celebrate #GivingTuesday in your community today!
One thing is clear — and it's not our water. The status quo isn't working when it comes to water quality and Iowans are begging for change. Lawmakers must come together to explore real solutions.
December 1, 2025 at 8:18 PM
One thing is clear — and it's not our water. The status quo isn't working when it comes to water quality and Iowans are begging for change. Lawmakers must come together to explore real solutions.
A HUGE shout-out to all the snowplow drivers across the state who worked late hours this holiday to keep our roads clear and our communities safe. Thank you! 👏
December 1, 2025 at 3:59 PM
A HUGE shout-out to all the snowplow drivers across the state who worked late hours this holiday to keep our roads clear and our communities safe. Thank you! 👏
Take the opportunity to shop local today in celebration of Small Business Saturday!
November 29, 2025 at 3:01 PM
Take the opportunity to shop local today in celebration of Small Business Saturday!
Happy Thanksgiving, from our families to yours!
November 27, 2025 at 2:01 PM
Happy Thanksgiving, from our families to yours!
Tomorrow, Corbin Shuckahosee, a teen from South Tama, and his mom, Kathy, will join Native Pride Productions and seven other Native American dancers from reservations all across the U.S. and Canada to perform at the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. Congratulations, Corbin!
November 26, 2025 at 9:01 PM
Tomorrow, Corbin Shuckahosee, a teen from South Tama, and his mom, Kathy, will join Native Pride Productions and seven other Native American dancers from reservations all across the U.S. and Canada to perform at the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. Congratulations, Corbin!
We're thankful every day for the working Iowans who power our state!
November 26, 2025 at 4:30 PM
We're thankful every day for the working Iowans who power our state!
A reminder as we await a new update on our shrinking revenues: Republican lawmakers plan to pass deficit spending budgets for the foreseeable future.
November 25, 2025 at 4:00 PM
A reminder as we await a new update on our shrinking revenues: Republican lawmakers plan to pass deficit spending budgets for the foreseeable future.
From healthcare to housing, and many things in between, affordability is at the heart of the issues Iowans face today. Sen. Drey visited with WCPT to talk affordability and more as we head into the 2026 session. You can listen to her full interview here: bit.ly/WCPTDrey
November 24, 2025 at 8:00 PM
From healthcare to housing, and many things in between, affordability is at the heart of the issues Iowans face today. Sen. Drey visited with WCPT to talk affordability and more as we head into the 2026 session. You can listen to her full interview here: bit.ly/WCPTDrey
It's beginning to look like the holidays at the Capitol...
November 23, 2025 at 6:30 PM
It's beginning to look like the holidays at the Capitol...
The Iowa State Board of Education is seeking public comment on the rules for implementing two new laws passed in 2025. You can read more about the laws involved and how to comment here: bit.ly/4phgfaQ
November 22, 2025 at 6:00 PM
The Iowa State Board of Education is seeking public comment on the rules for implementing two new laws passed in 2025. You can read more about the laws involved and how to comment here: bit.ly/4phgfaQ
Have you ever been interested in serving on a state board or commission? Information about the various openings and the application process are now available here: bit.ly/IAppoint
November 21, 2025 at 10:00 PM
Have you ever been interested in serving on a state board or commission? Information about the various openings and the application process are now available here: bit.ly/IAppoint
Every kid deserves an education. But some students shoulder an additional, heavy burden. As winter nears, please consider visiting your local school district's website to find info and resources for families experiencing homelessness or ways for community members to help.
November 21, 2025 at 6:01 PM
Every kid deserves an education. But some students shoulder an additional, heavy burden. As winter nears, please consider visiting your local school district's website to find info and resources for families experiencing homelessness or ways for community members to help.
Iowans, and especially the children we're meant to serve and protect, deserve oversight and accountability from the state's child welfare system. State departments like HHS must provide transparency so lawmakers can work to prevent future cases like Sabrina Ray's.
November 20, 2025 at 8:01 PM
Iowans, and especially the children we're meant to serve and protect, deserve oversight and accountability from the state's child welfare system. State departments like HHS must provide transparency so lawmakers can work to prevent future cases like Sabrina Ray's.
Expanding equal employment access to the trades for all Iowans is just smart business.
November 20, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Expanding equal employment access to the trades for all Iowans is just smart business.