08 Sep 2017

Iowa Rep. Todd Prichard to co-chair Mowrer’s Secretary of State Campaign

By Sam Roecker

Prichard previously served with Mowrer in Iraq and has fought for voting rights in the Iowa House of Representatives

DES MOINES, Iowa – State Representative Todd Prichard (D-Charles City) has endorsed Jim Mowrer for Iowa Secretary of State and will join his campaign as co-chair of the committee.

11 Aug 2017

Mowrer calls for increased security of voters’ personal information

By Sam Roecker

Paul Pate has failed to address vulnerability that led to a recent release of voter information in Linn County

DES MOINES, Iowa – Iowa Secretary of State Candidate Jim Mowrer has called for increased security of voters’ personal information to protect the identity of voters and prevent the accidental release of information, including Social Security numbers of voters.

09 Aug 2017

Jim Mowrer announces steering committee for Iowa Secretary of State campaign

By Sam Roecker

Mowrer receives support from local election officials and activists across the state

DES MOINES, Iowa – Jim Mowrer has announced a steering committee for his campaign for Iowa Secretary of state, with broad support from Democratic activists and elected officials across Iowa.

04 Aug 2017

Jim Mowrer announces campaign for Iowa Secretary of State

By Sam Roecker

Mowrer will focus on fair and accessible elections, increased efficiency in Secretary of State’s office

DES MOINES, Iowa – Jim Mowrer has announced he will run for Iowa Secretary of State, focused on increasing efficiency in the Secretary of State’s office and ensuring fair and accessible elections.

11 Jul 2017

Thomas Heckroth announces candidacy for Iowa’s First Congressional District

By Sam Roecker

Former Harkin staffer will focus on leveling the playing field for American workers and strengthening the middle class

05 Jun 2017

Iowa Democratic Party on Dangerous Trump-Pence Agenda

By Sam Roecker

DES MOINES, Iowa — Iowa Democratic Party Chairman Derek Eadon released the following statement in advance of Vice President Mike Pence’s visit to central Iowa.  

07 Nov 2016

Patty Judge shows she is best candidate to represent Iowa

By Sam Roecker

Grassley stumbles on his support for mass deportations, lack of plan to address student loan debt

DES MOINES, Iowa – With only four days to go until Election Day, U.S. Senate candidate Patty Judge once again showed she is the b...

07 Mar 2016

Patty Judge announces campaign for U.S. Senate

By Sam Roecker

DES MOINES, Iowa – Patty Judge, a lifelong Iowan, farmer, and dedicated public servant, has announced her candidacy for United States Senate. Judge released the following statement announcing her candidacy:

“I’ve been fortuna...

05 Jun 2015

Elite Casino Resorts, LLC Formed by Consolidating Riverside Casino and Golf Resort, Grand Falls Casino and Golf Resort and Rhythm City Casino

By Sam Roecker
New Company builds on the strength of three great Iowa properties

SIOUX CITY, Iowa  - Dan Kehl, CEO of Kehl Management, received approval from the Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission today to consolidate the ownership of the three Iowa casinos they manage in Riverside, Larchwood and Davenport Iowa.

The boards and unit holders of all three properties carefully considered the consolidation proposal and voted in May to approve the plan overwhelmingly.

"We are excited about combining the strengths of our three great properties.  We will continue to bring a world-class experience to our guests while finding cost savings and efficiencies in a multi-property company," said Dan Kehl, CEO of Elite Casino Resorts.

Kehl added, "This consolidation makes our company stronger.  We will be better positioned to cross market between the properties, bring in top-notch talent and offer the best service and amenities to our guests."  "Our employees, management and Iowa investors have built this company from the ground up.  It's a tribute to their hard work that Elite Casino Resorts exists."

Elite Casino Resorts will employ over 1,500 people and generate over $225 million in revenue each year making it the second largest revenue producer in the state.

Kehl Management and the Kehl family have been pioneers in the Iowa Gaming Industry after receiving the first Iowa Riverboat license in 1990.  Their first land-based casino in Riverside Iowa featured and Rees Jones designed golf course, hotel and spa which raised the bar for casino amenities in Iowa.  Rees Jones' most recent Iowa course, The Falls at Grand Falls Casino opened last month to rave reviews from golf publications.  

Later today, Kehl will travel to Davenport to break ground on the new $110 million Rhythm City Casino at the intersection of Interstate 80 and Interstate 74.
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11 Jul 2014

Anderson urges both parties to consider measures to strengthen caucus integrity

By Sam Roecker
Plan includes using electronic poll books for check-in

DES MOINES, Iowa - Today, Brad Anderson, candidate for Iowa Secretary of State, releases his plan to strengthen the integrity of the caucuses and keep Iowa first in the nation. 

The caucuses are, and must remain strictly a party function run independently by the Republican Party of Iowa and the Iowa Democratic Party.  This ensures we will maintain our special relationship with New Hampshire and our first in the nation status with the two national parties.

Although there is no formal role the state should play in the caucuses, given the importance of the caucuses in the nomination process, as well as to Iowa's reputation and economy, there are ways the next Iowa Secretary of State can be supportive to keep Iowa first in the nation.

"I commend both parties for exploring ways to increase participation in the caucuses," said Anderson. "I believe any caucus reforms should include measures to strengthen the integrity of the caucuses to further ensure only eligible Iowa voters are participating. The technology exists to strengthen caucus integrity, shorten lines and modernize the check-in process, and the Secretary of State's office can play a vital role in assisting the parties by providing technical support and quality data. Given the record participation we saw in the caucuses in 2008, the time has come to utilize 21st Century innovation such as electronic poll books to accommodate the tremendous interest in the Iowa caucuses."

ANDERSON PLAN TO STRENGTHEN CAUCUS INTEGRITY AND KEEP IOWA FIRST IN THE NATION:
  • ENCOURAGE AND SUPPORT USE OF ELECTRONIC POLL BOOKS FOR CAUCUS CHECK-IN: Strengthening the integrity of the caucuses should be a top priority for both parties.  In the age of Twitter, any perceived impropriety could be tweeted, re-tweeted and become viral in a matter of minutes.  Both parties should utilize 21st Century solutions to ensure only eligible caucus-goers are attending and participating in the process. The days of printing out reams of paper with outdated lists of eligible caucus-goers for volunteers to reference during the cumbersome check-in process must come to an end. Parties should be encouraged to utilize electronic poll book technology that would provide up-to-date lists and allow Iowans to check-in electronically. I believe the next Secretary of State should work with each of the parties to develop and support an affordable, efficient and effective electronic poll book that would allow caucus participants to easily check-in and allow volunteers to immediately confirm eligibility. Utilizing existing technology to develop a caucus poll book will increase the speed of development and cut down on cost for the parties.

  • MAINTAIN OPEN DIALOGUE WITH NEW HAMPSHIRE SECRETARY OF STATE: For decades Iowa has had a productive, working relationship with New Hampshire Secretary of State Bill Gardner. Maintaining this relationship must be a priority for Iowa's next Secretary of State. As Iowa Republicans and Democrats search for ways to increase participation and strengthen the integrity of the process, we must continue to engage New Hampshire and the national parties to ensure the caucuses remain a true caucus and adhere to the spirit and guidelines of the nomination calendar.
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