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Editorials

Slices of Life – The solution to life’s problems: Wrestling

When my boys play together it always ends the same way. It doesn't matter what they are doing, the result adds up to intertwined bodies, leg locks and takedowns. In a word: wrestling.Wrestling, in and of itself, is not a bad thing. Wrestling as a sport can be athleticism at its best. Wrestling ...

The Dengler Domain: Podcasts

Growing up, I thought listening to talk radio outside of the Bob and Tom Show was not a good idea. Everyone should enjoy singing along to their favorite song on the radio, and talk radio did not compare. Hearing the opinions of the day was something I did not need to hear. I take this all back, ...

The Dengler Domain: Podcasts

Growing up, I thought listening to talk radio outside of the Bob and Tom Show was not a good idea. Everyone should enjoy singing along to their favorite song on the radio, and talk radio did not compare. Hearing the opinions of the day was something I did not need to hear. I take this all back, ...

Q&A: 2017 Year in Review

Q: What was the most significant achievement of the U.S. Senate in 2017?A: When the first session of the 115th Congress gaveled to order last January 3, I took the oath of office to serve Iowans for a seventh term in the U.S. Senate. It is an honor I take very seriously. That's why I work ...

Slices of Life – Holiday shopping and shopping and shopping

It's the gift-giving season. And who doesn't enjoy giving a good gift? I certainly do. Problem is, I get sucked in. It happens every year.I start around the end of November with a cool head and practical intentions. I will get people only the things they really need. Nothing more. I am sure of ...

The Dengler Domain: My Hero – Grandpa Dengler

My grandpa, Vernon Dengler, is my hero. He might have been seventy years older than me, but in our time together he taught me more than I could have ever imagined. I could never thank him enough for that. He had the three things everyone should strive for: heart, humor, and humility. I have ...

Slices of Life – Holiday shopping and shopping and shopping

It's the gift-giving season. And who doesn't enjoy giving a good gift? I certainly do. Problem is, I get sucked in. It happens every year.I start around the end of November with a cool head and practical intentions. I will get people only the things they really need. Nothing more. I am sure of ...

Q&A: Lowering Rx Prices

Q: Why are prescription drug prices still climbing?A: Modern medicine, particularly pharmaceuticals, has increased longevity and improved the quality of life for millions of Americans. That's good for society, especially around this time of year when so many of us look forward to celebrating ...

Q&A: Lowering Rx Prices

Q: Why are prescription drug prices still climbing?A: Modern medicine, particularly pharmaceuticals, has increased longevity and improved the quality of life for millions of Americans. That's good for society, especially around this time of year when so many of us look forward to celebrating ...

The Dengler Domain: My Hero – Grandpa Dengler

My grandpa, Vernon Dengler, is my hero. He might have been seventy years older than me, but in our time together he taught me more than I could have ever imagined. I could never thank him enough for that. He had the three things everyone should strive for: heart, humor, and humility. I have ...