On Jan. 20, 2025, President Donald Trump was inaugurated as the 47th President of the United States after a historic, landslide election victory. He won every swing state, won the popular vote, and won Iowa for the third time in a row. More than 77 million Americans made their voices heard at ...
During 250 years of America’s existence, whenever a scandal involving a U.S. President occurred, the public was shocked and dismayed. When presidential scandals erupt, faith and trust in America – by its citizens as well as allies throughout the world -- is lost and takes decades to ...
This week marked the first week of the 2026 legislative session, and I was grateful to be back at the Capitol in Des Moines representing you. The opening week is always a busy one, filled with speeches from legislative leaders, the Governor, the Chief Justice, and the Adjutant General. It sets ...
Dear Board of Education: As I was removed from the sub list in 2019 because I insisted on students editing papers they were handing in, (https://www.yahoo.com/news/let-substitute-teacher-because-corrected-110006705.html), and because American education statistics have grown steadily worse, I ...
Phi Theta Kappa plays a vital role in helping high-achieving students at Marshalltown Community College turn their academic potential into real opportunities for scholarships, leadership, and transfer success. As the premier honor society for two-year colleges, it gives MCC students recognition ...
The 2nd Legislative Session of the 91st General Assembly convened on Monday. It was my honor to ceremonially notify the Governor that the House was duly organized and ready to receive whatever messages she wishes to convey. With this being a shorter session, deadlines come more quickly and the ...