Monthly Archives: December 2010

We Have Issues…

Posted on December 28, 2010 by Marty & Stephanie

The concept of an issues-based public policy firm evolved from witnessing how important liberties were being lost or watered down. Continue reading →

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A New Attitude Toward Winter

Posted on December 23, 2010 by Marty Ryan

There have been many times when I would tread through crisp snow on a still winter’s night, wondering why the sound of my feet against the fragile surface created such a spiritual aura. Continue reading →

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Ethics Board Stumbles Over Right & Wrong

Posted on December 15, 2010 by Marty Ryan

If you were to guess which state agency represented the best example of transparent government the Iowa Ethics and Campaign Disclosure Board (IECDB) would, or should, be toward the top of the list.  Unfortunately, that’s not the case. Last month, … Continue reading →

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1995

Posted on December 7, 2010 by Marty Ryan

I saw a beam of light through the pessimism. Continue reading →

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