Last week, Sports Illustrated laid off most of its staff according to various reports. While it is not surprising, considering the state of Sports Illustrated, it is sad. Growing up, there was a time when I looked forward to getting this magazine each Thursday. I did not read it all, but I ...
As we dive rapidly into week three of the 90th General Assembly 2024 legislative session in the Iowa House of Representatives, I am reminded that just a year ago, new members, new positions, and new committee assignments were just being sorted out at this time. This year is off to a much more ...
Greetings friends and neighbors! I’d like to wish you a belated happy Martin Luther King Jr. Day. I am grateful for Dr. King’s work and his legacy that reminds us to treat everyone with dignity and respect. His lessons are especially important to me as I work with all of my colleagues in ...
Our children’s education is one of the most important and most sacred responsibilities of parents. Parents have the largest impact on their child’s education and parent involvement is one of the most significant indicators of a child’s success in school (Mapp, Carver, & Lander, 2017). ...
As Iowa’s 2024 legislative session kicked off last week, I want to take a moment to say hello and thanks for your engagement in Iowa’s future. This year, I’m committed to living our Iowa values and offering A Better Deal for Iowans. To do that, we need passionate Iowans like you to stay ...
Iowa lawmakers are gathering once again in Des Moines for another year of debating and passing legislation. The democratic process is something America prides itself on and one that requires input from citizens to thrive. As new bills are being introduced and debated, lawmakers need to hear ...
The 2024 Legislative session began on January 8, and as always, the first week was filled with speeches and all the ceremony that surrounds them. Of course, the highlight of those speeches is always the Governor’s Condition of the State address that was delivered by Gov. Reynolds on Tuesday ...
There have been many measures considered to combat climate change, but the recently introduced bipartisan “Energy Innovation Act” may be the best one. Although all the co-sponsors are Democrats, several Republicans have shown an interest in the bill. It also has the support of environmental ...
In December, I made a trip to Los Angeles. Film and television have always been intriguing, and it finally worked out to make the visit. Chicago and New York City have already been checked off the visit list. With these cities being the three largest cities in the United States, it feels right ...
As the Iowa legislature reconvenes this month, I am returning to the Capitol with a clear purpose and an Iowa-first agenda. In 2024, I’ll be advocating for a better deal for Iowans. On every bill, at every hearing, and in every debate, I’m going to put middle-class Iowans first and lead ...