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Laura Belin, author of the blog Bleeding Heartland, updates you on developments in Iowa government, hosted by Spencer Dirks. An in-depth look at each week’s legislative actions, the governor, public agencies, and important events, as lawmakers act on matters that affect you and your family. 

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Three campaigns end, one begins, and lots of legislative news

Laura Belin and Spencer Dirks began with Iowa political reaction to another tragedy in Minneapolis. Next, they covered breaking news from the 2026 campaign trail, as t...

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Governor's speech, other officials' wish lists, two Dems running for Ag Sec

Laura Belin and Spencer Dirks each shared a favorite quote from Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., then got right to it, discussing key points from Governor Kim Reynold...

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Below-the-radar news from Congress; Iowa legislature's opening day

Laura Belin and Spencer Dirks began with news from Congress: Zach Nunn votes to extend health insurance subsidies, Mariannette Miller-Meeks votes to override Trump's v...

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Senate race TV ad, special election takeaways, Iowa legislative preview

Laura Belin and Spencer Dirks began with Iowa political reaction to the U.S. attack in Venezuela and whether this could become a 2026 campaign issue. On the campaign f...

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Looking back on Iowa politics in 2025

Laura Belin and Spencer Dirks began with some news from the Republican primary campaign for governor and a quick preview of the December 30 special election in Iowa Se...

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