Iowa lobbyists vary in power and influence in Des Moines
An Iowa Gazette survey finds lobbyists differ in effectiveness based on resources and presence. Full-time staff from utilities, teachers, manufacturers, Deere and Co. gain access, while part-timers struggle. credibility, honesty, and presenting opposing views are cited as essential. Telephoned constituent outreach amplifies impact for large groups like Iowa for LIFE.
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Des Moines
Deere and Co
United Airlines
Citizens United For Responsible Energy
Horace Smith
Richard Phillips
Iowa Taxpayers Association
the Gazette
Phillips
Farm Bureau
Dick Harris
Bureau
Iowa State Education Association
Neil Milner
Charles Ingersoll
Ken Gingerich
Blue Cross
Blue Shield
Iowa
Ingersoll
Milner
Ohio
Richard Thornton
Wilson
West
Iowans For Life
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Roger Munns
Gazette
Statehouse
George Wilson
Jim West
Baldwin
Ivers & Pond
Lester & Spinet
Vose & Sons
Spinet Baldwin Aerosonic
Thomas
Piano & Organ Company
Lindale Mall
Collins Road
Tyco
Alco
Swift Refrigerator Line
Ana
Tyco Freight Depot
Sale
Uitcoir
Target
First Avenue S.E
Lindale Plaza
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