An Independence Movement for Iowa

(I'M for Iowa)

Our mission is to build on the momentum generated by Ed Fallon's 2006 campaign for governor to further develop a broad movement committed to progressive reform in state and local politics. Our work at the local level is conducted within the context of the need for developing sustainable communities and economies. Specifically, we:

(1)      Work with Iowans across the state to develop the tools they need to address problems confronting them and their communities, particularly issues involving land, justice and poverty;

(2)      Advocate for progressive legislative changes, particularly Voter-Owned Iowa Clean Elections (VOICE), CAFOs (confined animal feeding operations) and universal health care;

(3)      Continue to build the organizational base necessary for progressive candidates to succeed at running for office, recruit and help elect candidates across the state and mentor them on an ongoing basis once elected;

(4)      Support local businesses and Iowa farmers, and encourage personal examples of the many ways in which individuals can lead lives that are more sustainable and truly independent;  and

(5)      Build the infrastructure needed to create a grassroots, democratic force that can become An Independence Movement for Iowa, and work in coalition with groups committed to these goals and ideals.

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