By Claire DeRoin– Following Tuesday night’s debate between Steve King and Christie Vilsack, the audience was left with the sense that these two candidates couldn’t be more polar opposites in their personal and political viewpoints. Before the debate, audience members reported wanting to hear about particular topics, such as immigration, traditional marriage, abortion, border patrol,…

By Meghanne Adams– This year brings a pivotal election that can mean the difference between two very different paths for America’s future. Politicians are at the point in their campaigns where debates are heating up as time is dwindling to convince undecided voters. On Tuesday, October 9 in Eppley Auditorium, local voters have a chance to…

By Gustav Hollnagel– The first of four presidential debates is finished and it seems that Mitt Romney has done a little bit better than his opponent, Barack Obama. The president arguably let Romney address vulnerable Democrat principles on the economy, whereas no arguments were made based on Bain Capital or the “47-percent-remark” made by Mitt…

By Meghanne Adams– Governor Terry Branstad reached out to Republican Party Victory Offices, thanking them for their time and dedication, and encouraged volunteer involvement in this November’s elections. On Thursday, September 27, via conference call, Governor Branstad acknowledged the hard work that has been taking place in the GOP Victory Offices statewide. A crowd of…