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Ed,

Great perspective in regard to the exciting changes. I do think that Iowa can make big strides in possibly surprising traditional thinking by electing Pamela Harris. GOP's Jeff Kaufmann is wrong along with Madam Governor - this latest round of abortion law will and should wake up Iowa women in particular to raise 'hell"!

I had a very interesting experience with the young man that is running against Bobby Kauffmann: Phil Wiese! He is working hard and running a very impressive campaign. I feel very strongly that Phil should be supported in any way possible! (He is working to understand agriculture and the rural area - none of which are easy topics!)

Greetings,

Dieter

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Biden has accomplished more in four years than any President since Johnson. Kamala has nothing to be on the defensive about. Inflation was the result of post pandemic bent up demand and the fed policy to save the economy from disaster. Inflation was a worldwide problem and the US was better off than all other countries. Biden/Harris created twice as many jobs as Trump. Our economy continues to hum even with high interest rates again set by the fed not the administration. Wall Street Journal has said inflation would be worse under Trump’s proposals. This is of course is not even considering the effects from their 2025 plan that would be an attack on the middle and lower classes. If character still matters than everyone knows Trump has never been able to tell the truth and is a convicted felon. He has a history of business failures with a record of treating women with disrespect. Kamala only has to convince 7 percent of the undecided that her vision for the future is better than going backwards on civil liberties and a woman’s right to choose. I’m encouraged she can win

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Hey, Dan. I don't think she has to be defensive, either, though there are parts of the Biden/Harris record that need more work than others. My point is she can appeal to swing and non-voters by using her unique voice to tailor a message to those people who have tuned out Biden and are turned off by Trump.

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Agree

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It would seem that the tenor of both campaigns could be easily elevated by each simply running on their past accomplishments relative to their assignment(s) and promises thereof.

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People are tired of the Status Quo and the GOP---the STALE party. Young folks (under 40) want new ideas new dreams and want to see government to start working for everyone--not just the wealthy donors. They want change for the BETTER and for EVERYONE

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