New trial sought in Iowa Senate harassment case
Attorneys for Iowa Senate Republicans ask for a new trial over a 2.2 million verdict in favor of Kirsten Anderson, a former communications director, citing improper closing remarks and questions over damages. Judge Michael Huppert has not set a date for a ruling on post trial motions.
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Loebsack urges bipartisan fix to stabilise health markets
In southeast Iowa Rep. Dave Loebsack presses for ACA stabilization amid insurer uncertainty. He cites Medica’s 48.5 percent rate hike proposal and urges bipartisan hearings after Labor Day to address market instability. He backs temporary access to Congress style coverage for uninsured counties and criticizes repeal ambitions as unlikely.
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Democrat Mowrer to challenge Pate for Iowa secretary of state
Army veteran and two time U S House candidate Jim Mowrer announced Thursday he will seek the Democratic nomination for Iowa secretary of state in 2018. He targets current Secretary Paul Pate and vows to improve efficiency and ensure fair accessible elections while decrying voting barriers.
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Des Moines Businesswoman DeJear to announce secretary of state bid
Des Moines entrepreneur Deidre DeJear, a Democrat, plans to announce a run for Iowa secretary of state later this month. Her background includes Obama 2012 voter turnout work in Iowa and helping startups, with a focus on voting access and small business support.
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