The campaign finance reports to the Iowa Ethics and Campaign disclosure board show that spending in some of the most contentious state legislative races has outpaced fundraising.
This year, like every year, the Dubuque County Fair features representatives of all sorts of community organizations aiming to spread word of their deeds — political parties included.
In recent weeks, Congress’ consideration of what have long been routine bills — reauthorization of federal agencies and promotions included — has grown notably contentious.