Video: Iowa Press
Each week Iowa Press explores the issues affecting the lives of Iowans. Newsmakers, policy makers and elected officials join capitol reporters in a weekly discussion.
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Iowa Press: The Presidential Candidates
During the 2008 presidential campaign season, IPTV's political coverage provides in-depth interviews with the candidates and serious analysis of the issues.
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Vocal Minority: Representative Steve King (R-Kiron) (#3624)
Full Program: Iowa's Fifth District Congressman Steve King (R-Kiron) discusses making the most of his minority voice as Democrats hold a sizable majority in the U.S. Congress. At the Iowa Press table are... 27:46
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Navigating Stormy Waters: Senator Mike Gronstal (D-Council Bluffs) (#3623)
Full Program: Iowa Senate Majority Leader Mike Gronstal (D) discusses the State's current economic situation and budget given the worldwide financial crisis. At the Iowa Press table are moderator Dean Borg, Mike... 27:46
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Iowa's Infrastructure: Sen. Tom Rielly (D) & Rep. David A. Tjepkes (R) (#3622)
Full Program: State Sen. Tom Rielly (D-Oskaloosa) and State Rep. David A. Tjepkes (R-Gowrie) discuss Iowa’s infrastructure needs. Rielly is Chair of the Senate Transportation Committee, and Tjepkes is Ranking... 27:44
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Food, Fiber, and Politics: Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Bill Northey (#3621)
Full Program: Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Bill Northey (R) discusses market volatility, budget deficits, disaster recovery, and politics. Joining him are Des Moines Register Political Columnist David Yepsen,... 27:46
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Borrowing Money to Make Money: Senate Minority Leader Paul McKinley (R) (#3620)
Full Program: Senate Minority Leader Paul McKinley(R) gives his perspective on Gov. Culver's proposal to borrow 700 million dollars in bonds to rebuild the State's infrastructure despite the ailing economy.... 27:45
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Making Ends Meet: Rep. Pat Murphy and Sen. Mike Gronstal (#3619)
Full Program: Speaker of the House Pat Murphy (D) and Senate Majority Leader Mike Gronstal (D) preview the economic woes facing Iowa's 83rd General Assembly. Joining them are Des Moines Register Political... 27:48
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Belt Tightening: State Auditor David Vaudt (#3617)
Full Program: State Auditor David Vaudt (R) gives insight on the extent of State budget problems. Joining him are Des Moines Register Political Columnist David Yepsen, and Associated Press Senior Political... 27:46
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The Buck Stops Here: Gov. Chet Culver (#3616)
Full Program: Gov. Chet Culver discusses this week's $91 million budget reduction, a response to the deteriorating world economy and its effect on State Revenues. Joining him are Des Moines Register Political... 27:45
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Financial First Aid: Rep. Bruce Braley (1st District) (#3614)
Full Program: Rep. Bruce Braley (1st District) discusses challenges facing the upcoming 111th Congress. Joining Braley at the Iowa Press table are moderator Dean Borg, Kay Henderson, Radio Iowa News Director, and... 27:46
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New Faces in New Places: Representative Kraig Paulsen (#3613)
Full Program: State Representative Kraig Paulsen (R-Hiawatha), the newly elected minority leader of the Iowa House of Representatives, discusses the 2009 Iowa legislative session. Joining Paulsen at the Iowa... 27:46
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Restoring Confidence: Dr. Neil Harl, ISU Economist (#3612)
Full Program: Neil Harl, ISU Emeritus Professor of Economics, gives perspective on the global economic chaos draining business and family assets. Joining him are Capitol reporters David Yepsen and Mike Glover... 27:43
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Projecting Power: Senate Majority Leader Mike Gronstal (D) (#3611)
Full Program: Senate Majority Leader Mike Gronstal gives insight on the upcoming legislative agenda. Joining Gronstal at the Iowa Press table are moderator Dean Borg, David Yepsen, political columnist for The Des... 27:45
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Voters Speak: GOP leaders Doug Gross and Steve Scheffler (#3610)
Full Program: Iowa GOP activist Doug Gross and Steve Scheffler give Introspective analysis on the Republican parties future following the 2008 elections. Joining Gross and Scheffler at the Iowa Press table are... 27:42
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Legislative Leaders: Rep. Kevin McCarthy & Rep. Christopher Rants (#3608)
Full Program: Reporters Kay Henderson of Associated Press and David Yepsen of the Des Moines Register question Iowa Legislative Leaders Rep. Kevin McCarthy & Rep. Christopher Rants. Dean Borg hosts. 27:46
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18 Days: U.S. Senator Dick Durbin (D-Ill) (#3607)
Full Program: U.S. Senator Dick Durbin (D-Ill), one of the national co-chairs of the presidential campaign of Senator Barack Obama, discusses the election and the 110th congress. Joining Durbin at the Iowa Press... 27:44
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Living History: Political Scientists Dianne Bystrom and Don Racheter (#3606)
Full Program: Capitol reporters and political scientists discuss 08 election campaigns. Reporters are Mike Glover of Associated Press and David Yepsen of the Des Moines Register. Dianne Bystrom and Don... 27:46
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Election Preparations: Secretary of State Michael Mauro (#3604)
Full Program: Capitol reporters join Iowa Secretary of State Michael Mauro for a discussion about election preparations. Reporters are Mike Glover of Associated Press and David Yepsen of The Des Moines... 27:46
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Academic Perspective: Board President David Miles and Regent Bonnie Campbell (#3603)
Full Program: With the 2008-2009 academic year 2 months underway, Capitol reporters get assessments from Iowa Board of Regents President David Miles and Bonnie Campbell. Reporters are Kay Henderson and Jeneane... 26:45
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2008 Campaigns: Jerry Crawford (D) & Mike Mahaffey (R) (#3602)
Full Program: Capitol reporters join Jerry Crawford (D-Des Moines) and Mike Mahaffey (R-Montezuma) for a discussion about 2008 campaigns. Reporters are Mike Glover of Associated Press and David Yepsen of The Des... 27:45
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New GOP Leaders, Steve Scheffler and Kim Lehman (#3547)
Full Program: Capitol reporters interview newly elected Iowa GOP Leaders, Steve Scheffler and Kim Lehman. Reporters are Mike Glover of Associated Press and David Yepsen of The Des Moines Register. Dean Borg... 27:45
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