Mercer Aquatic Center Caucus Was Disorganized

The Mercer Democratic caucus registration was inaccurate and delayed the caucus start. A long, rambling speech followed. Delegates chosen?

Who's Your Favorite Populist?

Trump supporters tend to be authoritarian, undereducated white males. He's the Republican "populist." Bernie is the Democrats' populist.

Johnson County Supervisors to Get Bigger Raises

Can you believe Johnson County Supervisors are about to get a bigger raise than last year? Their aim? To earn 75% of what the auditor makes.

O'Malley Knows How to Achieve Cleaner Water

Oysters and blue crabs were dying in the Chesapeake Bay. Martin O'Malley teamed up with state and federal agencies to clean the water.

Ted Cruz Failed to Disclose Wall St. Bank Loans in '12 Race

Sen. Ted Cruz failed to disclose $1 mill. in Wall St. loans to Federal Election Commission during '12 Senate campaign as required by law.

Marco Rubio Used Influence to Help Ex-Con Bro-in-Law

Marco Rubio’s brother-in-law served time for cocaine. Rubio used influence to get him a real estate license w/o revealing ex-con status.

Sole Iowan at O'Malley Event Impressed, Doesn't Commit

One Iowa voter braved a snowstorm to talk with former Maryland Gov. Martin O'Malley about refugees and prison numbers.

"When it absolutely positively has to be destroyed overnight"

The Marines have a bumpersticker with the Marine insignia that says, "When it absolutely positively has to be destroyed overnight."

Pres. Obama's Speech Not Particularly Reassuring

“No-drama” Obama’s speech about terrorism Sunday night did nothing to reassure me. He had nothing new to say.

What on Earth? Hillary Nutcracker's a No Sale

I've leafed through a lot of catalogs this holiday season. I leafed through What on Earth's catalog and threw it across the room.

I'm Caucusing for Martin O'Malley, But Then What?

Caucus dilemma: What if Martin O'Malley doesn't achieve quorum? Who do I jump to? Bernie Sanders or Hillary Clinton? Probs Bernie.

The Core Four Win Means Iowa City Wants Change

Incumbent progressive Jim Throgmorton won big. Pauline Taylor, Rockne Cole, and John Thomas also won. Michelle Payne and Rick Dobyns lost.

Iowa City Councilor Michelle Payne's Unfortunate Gaffe: "Colored People"

Iowa City Councilor Michelle Payne made an unfortunate gaffe when she referred to black people as "colored people."

Democratic Debate: Clinton, Sanders, and O'Malley Win

Hillary Clinton, Bernie Sanders, and Martin O'Malley did well in the Democratic debate, though Bernie got clipped on gun control.

Iowa City Council Candidates: Pros and Cons

I'm voting for the progressive slate of Iowa City Council candidates: John Thomas, Pauline Taylor, Jim Throgmorton, and Rockne Cole.

Gov. Martin O'Malley's Gun Policy

The main policy difference between Bernie Sanders and Martin O'Malley is on gun control. After Oregon and Flagstaff shootings, that's key.

Winnowing the Field in the GOP: Rick Perry and Scott Walker Gone

Rick Perry never should have run in 2015. Scott Walker, despite being a proud union-buster, had to walk his campaign back to Wisconsin.

5 Can't Miss Moments from the Double-Shot GOP Debate of Presidential Wannabes

Booze, pot, weird touching and bribery: Highlights of the #CNNDebate of Republican presidential candidates.

Why I'm Caucusing for Bernie Sanders, Not Hillary

Bernie Sanders would break up the big banks on Wall Street and hold Wall Street accountable. Hillary is too cozy with Wall Street.

Johnson County Attorney Lyness and Sidekick Lahey Screw up Again

It's infuriating to have charges dismissed again because a Johnson Co. prosecuting attorney, Anne Lahey, can't keep track of her paperwork.

1st Dist. Iowa Congressional Candidate Monica Vernon

My husband and I met 1st District Congressional Democratic candidate Monica Vernon at a meet-and-greet at Dr. Christine Grant's house.

Bill Stowe, Des Moines Water Works CEO, Speaks at CCI Mtg.

Bill Stowe, CEO and general manager of the Des Moines Water Works, filed a federal lawsuit against Buena Vista, Sac, and Calhoun Counties.

IC Mayor Makes Catty Remark About Rockne Cole

Iowa City Mayor Matt Hayek and City Councilor Susan Mims attack candidate Rockne Cole in two successive city council meetings.

O'Malley Running for President to 'Rebuild the American Dream'

Former Maryland Gov. Martin O'Malley told a crowd at Federal Hill event that he's running for the Democratic party's nomination.

Jim Throgmorton Running for At-Large City Council Seat

IA City Councilor Jim Throgmorton will announce his candidacy for at-large seat at Uptown Bill's, 730 S. Dubuque St., Wed., 5/27, 11:45 a.m.

Process Is As Important As Content in Governing

The Johnson County Criminal Justice Committee seeks a MacArthur grant to study disproportionate minority contact in law enforcement.

Hillary Talks the Talk, But Will She Walk the Walk?

Lots of us want Elizabeth Warren to run for president. Failing that, Hillary Clinton needs to be a lot more like Elizabeth Warren.

2/24/2015 City Charter Meeting, Iowa City

Almost everyone at the city charter meeting 2/24/2015 at City Hall wants the city charter to change to become more democratic.

"PAY 2 PLAY" Film at ICPL, Sunday, 1:30 p.m.

The Move to Amend group of East Central, IA and Public Citizen will present "Pay 2 Play" at the Iowa City Public Library Sun., 1:30 p.m.

Hillary Needs to Channel Elizabeth Warren

I wish Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) would run for president. If not, I hope Hillary Clinton will channel Elizabeth Warren re Wall Street.

Thomas Frank: "What's the Matter with Liberals?"

Thomas Frank, who wrote "What's the Matter with Kansas? How Conservatives Won the Heart of America," analyzed the 2014 midterm elections.

Iowa Congressman David Young Votes To Make Government More Accountable

Click here to read about the Iowa Congressman's thoughts on Obamacare.

Another Bush Who Is Never Wrong: Jeb

Think Jeb Bush is a centrist because he supports the Common Core curriculum and immigration reform? Reflect on the Terry Schiavo case.

Friday Meeting to Discuss School Board and IC Council

Want to change the current line-up of Iowa City Councilors and Iowa City Community School District Board of Directors? Come to this meeting!

Why Did Iowa Rep. Loebsack Vote for Keystone Pipeline?

Why did Iowa Second District Congressman Dave Loebsack (D) vote for the Keystone Pipeline? "Jobs," a spokeswoman said. Temporary jobs.

Christie Reportedly Pushed Port Authority To Give Contract To Dallas Cowboys Owner's Firm

Governor Chris Christie and Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones may have more than football in common.

Dick Cheney Calls Torture Report "a Bunch of Crap"

Former VICE President Dick Cheney calls the newly released torture report "a bunch of crap." He says the CIA should be praised, decorated.

U.S. Senate Race Results, Iowa: Winner Projected, Settles Control Of U.S. Senate

Race between state Sen. Joni Ernst and Rep. Bruce Braley settles control of Senate.

Should Your State Legalize Pot?

With the economic benefits of legalized marijuana working for Colorado, is your state the next in line?

Oversight Chair Demands Answers about Branstad Administration ‘Hush Money’

A special investigation by the Des Moines Register has revealed that six former state employees were paid nearly $300,000 in severance in exchange for their silence about the payments.