Dennis J. Goldford

Oct 16, 2024 | communitynewspapergroup.com | Dennis J. Goldford

We often hear that the reason for adopting the Constitution was to limit the powers of the national government. As a matter of historical accuracy, this is wrong. We already had a national government of severely limited powers under the Articles of Confederation, and by all accounts at the time those limitations prevented the government from carrying out its necessary functions.

Oct 13, 2024 | iowacapitaldispatch.com | Dennis J. Goldford

We often hear that the reason for adopting the Constitution was to limit the powers of the national government. As a matter of historical accuracy, this is wrong. We already had a national government of severely limited powers under the Articles of Confederation, and by all accounts at the time those limitations prevented the government from carrying out its necessary functions.

Sep 11, 2024 | iowawriterscollaborative.substack.com | Laura Belin |Dave Busiek |Dave Price |Dennis J. Goldford

@Douglas Burns moderated today’s episode and featured , , ’ Dana James, , Lorena Lopez, , and . The political analysts discussed the debate and Iowa's reaction to various issues, including the official secrecy behind the Perry school shootings and other events that could impact Iowa Down Ballot races. This podcast is an outgrowth of the Iowa Writers’ Collaborative. Some members will meet weekly to discuss political issues and races that impact candidates on the ballot in this 2024 election cycle.

Sep 1, 2024 | iowawriters.substack.com | Julie Gammack |Ty Rushing |Dennis J. Goldford |Kyle Munson

National Politics….Iowa Congressional Politics….Local Politics…Around Iowa….Sports…Food, Entertainment & Travel….Cars and Transportation…History….Weather and Environment…Travel…Humor….PoetryWe are delighted to welcome the wit and wisdom of and his new column, Ty’s Take.

Aug 21, 2024 | communitynewspapergroup.com | Dennis J. Goldford

The Iowa secretary of state’s website, whichever party controls it, has always been a wonderful source of election results and statistics. Don’t be put off by numbers — numbers are our friend! They tell us all sorts of interesting things. Let’s take a look. Americans talk a lot about the right to vote, but we don’t really mean it. Presidential-election years have the highest voter turnout.