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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.
State Rep. Rod Roberts (R-Carroll) has officially entered the race for governor, he announced at a capitol press conference today.
In his announcement, Roberts attributed his candidacy to an article by Douglas Burns that created the buzz that eventually led him to run. He is an ordained minister with strong social views, but he is also known for being friendly and open to working towards common goals with people who disagree, he said. His speech today focused mostly on spending.
Kay Henderson posted the audio.
Not to be outdone, Christian Fong’s campaign made a big announcement of its own in hopes of piggybacking its way into a round of stories for tomorrow’s newspaper. According to a press release, Fong has already raised $100,000 for his campaign since he officially announced his candidacy three weeks ago.
That’s a lot of money, and it could help Fong, who lacks much political experience, close the credibility gap with other, more established candidates.
Here’s the Fong campaign’s press release:
The campaign of Cedar Rapids businessman Christian Fong (R) announced today it had crossed the $100,000 mark in financial contributions. Fong launched his campaign three weeks ago.
“Despite an economic recession and a multi-candidate field, Christian has surpassed his initial targets in regards to fundraising. The $100,000 number is not commitments or pledges, but checks that have been written. Christian’s vision of restoring the Iowa Dream is being well received and Republicans are responding,” said Marlys Popma, Fong campaign manager.
Popma continued, “Considering Christian entered this race with no donor base, crossing this early threshold is a clear indicator that the campaign is off and running. We know we have a long way to go to reach our internal primary fundraising goals, but our quick start is extremely encouraging.”
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