Wednesday was a difficult day for The American Independent News Network, which is the larger entity that operates The Iowa Independent. Our chief executive and founder announced two of our sister sites would close and their content would be moved to The American Independent.
A recently introduced bill could have far-reaching impact on the U.S. sugar industry, including American Crystal Sugar, a farmer-owned cooperative that locked out 1,300 Midwest workers on Aug. 1.
The chairman for Herman Cain’s Iowa effort says the campaign “relied more on the word of farmers than Washington regulators” in deciding to run an ad containing claims the Environmental Protection Agency says are false.
The Iowa Senate will remain under the control of a slim 26-25 Democratic majority when it reconvenes in January 2012.
Former state representative and gubernatorial candidate Ed Fallon watches his favorite candidate, John Edwards.
This Edwards staffer dutifully wore a hot costume all afternoon.
Iowa Attorney General Tom Miller and Iowa House Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy enjoy the day at the steak fry. Miller has endorsed Obama, and McCarthy has endorsed Biden.
Hillary Clinton gives her stump speech at the steak fry.
Chris Dodd discussed the finer foods available on a stick at the Iowa State Fair during his speech at the steak fry.
John Edwards discusses his health care plan during his speech at the steak fry.
Joe Biden's "Ears of Experience" display.
Biden gives a sobering address on the realities of the situation in Iraq to close out the presidential candidate speeches.
An Uncle Sam costumed steak fry attendee supporting Edwards.
Former Iowa Governor Tom Vilsack and his wife, Christie.
Harkin and guests give a final bow for the crowd to close out the 2007 Harkin Steak Fry.
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