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It's a puzzle: Why isn't Iowa electing women?

Mon, 06 May 2013 14:50:05 -0400

DES MOINES, Iowa - It was among the first states to legalize gay marriage and served as the 2008 campaign liftoff site for the first black president, but in other arenas Iowa isn't quite so progressive - it's also one of just two states to never elect a woman governor or member of Congress.

Ryan tells GOP to capitalize on health care

Sat, 04 May 2013 16:38:42 -0400

ROTHSCHILD, Wisconsin - U.S. Rep. Paul Ryan told Wisconsin Republicans at the state party convention Saturday that they must capitalize politically on the implementation of President Barack Obama's health care overhaul, offering those who become frustrated a better alternative.