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Friday, February 08, 2013  Because of Harkin’s decision not to run for election in 2014, Democrats are starting to seek out candidates for seats that will be vacated.

Saturday, January 26, 2013  Harkin said it would allow a new generation of Democrats to seek higher office.

Sunday, October 07, 2012  With the general election just a month away, candidates from the local, state and national level are coming together to make sure that they are getting our the vote.

Sunday, August 26, 2012  Democrats in Appanoose County met Sunday; first to introduce their candidates to the public, and also to discuss the party's platform.

Thursday, May 03, 2012  Regional Round-Up is the place to click for interesting news and lifestyle stories across the area.

Monday, November 08, 2010  Democrats outspent Republicans for the Iowa House, but they lost the vast majority of competitive races in last week's election.

Wednesday, November 03, 2010  Iowa Republicans have gained control of the state House, but Democrats were hanging on to the Senate by a slim margin.

Friday, July 02, 2010  Two statewide elected Democrats are conceding that Gov. Chet Culver is trailing former Republican Gov. Terry Branstad in his bid for a second term but they say the race will be close.

Thursday, May 06, 2010  It's a nervous time for Democrats whohold statewide offices as they face an anti-incumbent movement coupled with a lack of campaign cash to get their message out to voters.

Saturday, April 24, 2010  Fairfield hosted both the Democrat and Republican 2nd District Conventions Saturday and KTVO caught up with the three Republican candidates for Governor.

Wednesday, April 21, 2010  Democrats at a legislative forum expressed confidence they'll keep control of the Legislature after the November elections, but Republicans argued that voter anger could mean a good year for the GOP.

Monday, April 19, 2010  Republicans and Democrats say the numbers are shaping up in their favor in the quest for control in the Legislature.

Friday, February 19, 2010  Iowa Democrat to act upon proposed 18% increase in health insurance by Wellmark.

Monday, August 31, 2009  It has been short but expensive.

Wednesday, August 19, 2009  A conservative group says it will air advertising targeting Republican senators in Iowa, Maine and Wyoming who are negotiating with Democrats on a health care plan.