Democrats lag in Iowa early voting as Clinton team pushes outreach
Iowa Democrats report slow start in early voting with 51,663 absentee requests versus 103,200 in 2012. Clinton aides Robby Mook and Kane Miller emphasize targeted outreach to low propensity voters, expanding absentee and in person voting ahead of Sept 29 start. Republicans say 2014 absentee momentum aids their effort.
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Reading initiative uncertain as Branstad cites stressed budgets
Governor Branstad said state revenue growth may not support a statewide summer reading initiative aimed at third grade proficiency. He noted funding pauses, a delayed literacy law implementation, and stressed finances from low farm prices and bird flu after effects. He emphasized budget clarity from the December Revenue Estimating Conference and possible supplemental bills if revenues improve.
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Ernst urges global strategy to defeat ISIS untiringly
Iowa Senator Joni Ernst argues for a broad multinational campaign against the Islamic State. She cites gains and shifts as ISIS moves across regions including Southeast Asia and the Philippines, urging allies, special operations, and end to sequestration to empower the military.
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