by Cindy Axne, Iowa Capital Dispatch November 21, 2025 Farm state politicians have been trying for more than a decade to pass legislation that would
Category: Iowa Opinion
An Immigration Success Story in the Heartland
As ICE raids terrorize communities large and small, Americans should take a lesson from this Iowa town: We’re stronger when everyone is free to participate
“One, Big, Beautiful Bill” delivers for Iowa seniors
By Rep. Randy Feenstra (R-Hull) In the 1930s, the Social Security Act was enacted to protect American seniors from poverty, unemployment, and other issues. Over
Why the Iowa Senate finally approved enhanced First Amendment protections
by Laura Belin When the Iowa House and Senate approve a bill unanimously, you might assume it was easy to get the measure to the
Struggling rural hospitals will need Iowa’s help after ‘big, beautiful bill’ takes its toll
by Dave Nagle, Now that Congress has sent the “big, beautiful bill” to the president’s desk, our focus needs to turn to how we handle
Feenstra: President Trump’s “One, Big, Beautiful Bill” delivers for Main Street
By Rep. Randy Feenstra (R-Hull) Traveling across Iowa on my 36 County Tour, I hear from so many small business owners and workers who want
Editorial: What Rep. Feenstra Gets Wrong About Trump’s “One Big, Beautiful Bill” – And What He Conveniently Left Out
By Edward Lynn, Editor Rep. Randy Feenstra’s recent column praising Donald Trump’s “One Big, Beautiful Bill” is a textbook example of selective truth-telling—offering up a
A legacy-defining moment for Gov. Kim Reynolds
by Steve Kenkel As she considers whether to sign legislation limiting the use of eminent domain for carbon pipelines, Gov. Kim Reynolds faces a decision
Iowa families will benefit from President Trump’s ‘One, Big, Beautiful Bill’
By Rep. Randy Feenstra (R-Hull) In the 1800s, American settlements began appearing across Iowa’s sprawling prairies. Families, young and old, ventured out West, braving terrifying
Op-Ed: Joni Ernst’s Cemetery Video Isn’t Just Callous — It’s Ghoulish
By Edward Lynn Editor U.S. Senator Joni Ernst’s recent comment dismissing concerns over Medicaid cuts with the line “we all are going to die someday”
