2016 Postmortem

riversedge

(80,805 posts) Wed Dec 9, 2015, 01:30 PM Dec 2015

Hillary in Iowa today Dec 9--3 stops: Photos of Waterloo Iowa Town Hall here...

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Former Sec. of State Hillary Clinton is scheduled to visit Iowa on December 9, 2015. She plans to tour Cedar Valley Techworks in Waterloo; hold a Fighting for Us town hall at 5 Sullivan Brothers Convention Center in Waterloo; and hold a Fighting for Us town hall at Living History Farms in Urbandale.

Hillary for Iowa Retweeted
Lauren Brainerd ‏@LB_WIT 17h17 hours ago

Packed house in #Davenport for @HillaryforIA Precinct Team Training!!! #EngageWithPurpose #WinEveryDay

Hannah Fine Retweeted
Sara Kirshbaum ‏@skirshbaum 20h20 hours ago

Sunset canvass. #ISpyIowa
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Kevin B Morrison ‏@Kev_B_Morrison 13h13 hours ago Grinnell, IA

.@rileykilburg dolling up the #Grinnell #HillaryForIA office, and getting our supporters in the holiday spirit!
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And a few headlines when I googled 'Hillary Clinton and Iowa news'

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Hillary Clinton maintains double-digit lead in Iowa
CBS News - ‎Dec 8, 2015‎

Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton has a double-digit lead in Iowa, besting Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vermont, by 22 points in a new Monmouth University poll of likely Iowa Democratic caucus goers. Fifty-five percent of those surveyed say they ...
Poll: Clinton holds double-digit lead over Sanders in Iowa
Politico - ‎Dec 8, 2015‎

Hillary Clinton is continuing to hold on to a significant double-digit lead over her closest challenger in Iowa, according to the results of the latest Monmouth University poll surveying likely Democratic caucus-goers, though her advantage has slipped ...
Poll: Clinton leads in Iowa by 22 points
USA TODAY - ‎13 hours ago‎

Hillary Clinton holds a wide lead over Sen. Bernie Sanders among likely Democratic caucus attendees in Iowa, according to a new poll released Tuesday. The Monmouth University Poll has Clinton at 55% and Sanders at 33%, with Martin O'Malley in third ...
Clinton up by 22 percent in Iowa, new poll shows

The Gazette: Eastern Iowa Breaking News and Headlines - ‎22 hours ago‎
... presidential hopeful Hillary Clinton is leading in Iowa by 22 points over rival, U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders of Vermont. The Monmouth University Poll of 405 Iowans who say they're likely to attend the Feb. 1 caucuses said 55 percent supported Clinton ...

Clinton holds big lead on Sanders in Iowa
The Hill (blog) - ‎Dec 8, 2015‎

A Monmouth University survey released on Tuesday found Clinton with 55 percent support compared with Sanders's 33 percent. That's in line with the RealClearPolitics average of Iowa polls, which shows Clinton with a 24.7-point lead over Sanders.
Clinton Leads Sanders by 22 Points in Iowa: Monmouth Poll
Bloomberg - ‎Dec 8, 2015‎

Poll: Iowa voters locked in for Clinton
Washington Examiner - ‎Dec 8, 2015‎

Hillary Clinton has solidified her lead in Iowa, leading Bernie Sanders by 22 points among likely caucus-goers. The Democratic front-runner took 55 percent of the vote, followed by Sanders with 33 percent and Martin O'Malley trailing behind at 6 ...
New poll says Clinton up by 22 in Iowa
Sioux City Journal - ‎16 hours ago‎

DAVENPORT, Iowa | A new poll says Democratic presidential hopeful Hillary Clinton is leading in Iowa by 22 points over her closest rival, U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders of Vermont. The Monmouth University Poll of 405 Iowans who say they're likely to attend ...

The Union Leader - ‎11 hours ago‎
Monmouth Poll: Clinton Leads Sanders by 22 Points in Iowa
PolitickerNJ - ‎Dec 8, 2015‎

Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton leads Bernie Sanders by 22 points in the latest Monmouth University Poll of likely Iowa Democratic caucusgoers.

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Hillary in Iowa today Dec 9--3 stops: Photos of Waterloo Iowa Town Hall here... (Original Post) riversedge Dec 2015 OP

Dear SOS Clinton. Might I borrow some of your energy? nt. NCTraveler Dec 2015 #1

Mind sharing?? some of that energy that I am sure riversedge Dec 2015 #12

Things really aren't going very well for Bernie. It's pretty dismal all the way around ... NurseJackie Dec 2015 #2

That's why his event are SRO and then some. Fawke Em Dec 2015 #17

Bernie's big crowds not translating to good poll numbers. riversedge Dec 2015 #38

Rep. Mary Gaskill talks to Ottumwans about why she supports @HillaryClinton! # riversedge Dec 2015 #3

Undecideds breaking roughly as decideds and #HillaryClinton holds a 18% lead in IA - caucus in 53 da riversedge Dec 2015 #4

Awesome! MaggieD Dec 2015 #5

The room is filling up as Waterloo is excited to welcome @HillaryClinton to town! nice pic riversedge Dec 2015 #6

�I handed my commit to caucus card to her and I watched her put it in her pocket:� riversedge Dec 2015 #8

These folks have skills! The 3D printer here in Waterloo just made the campaign logo ...... riversedge Dec 2015 #9

Clinton tours Cedar Valley Techworks in Waterloo on day when she's touting manufacturing job.... riversedge Dec 2015 #10

K&R MaggieD Dec 2015 #7

'Tis the (caucus) season. #ImWithHer ........... riversedge Dec 2015 #11

The brillance of the logo design has become apparent MaggieD Dec 2015 #13

It is versatile --like Hillary.... riversedge Dec 2015 #20

"I am living proof of the benefits of early childhood education."... an organizer in Waterloo Room riversedge Dec 2015 #14

****Today's quote of the day from the boss, @HillaryClinton on behalf of America.............. riversedge Dec 2015 #15

"I thought, if Hillary can testify for eleven straight hours, I can make another 50 phone calls." riversedge Dec 2015 #16

Frank brought Hillary's memoir to her Waterloo town hall, saying: "We've got a president to elect." riversedge Dec 2015 #18

With just 54 days until the caucus, it's standing room only at Hillary's town hall in Waterloo! .... riversedge Dec 2015 #19

"This election isn't just about choosing a president�it's also about choosing a Commander in Ch riversedge Dec 2015 #21

Wow that's great workinclasszero Dec 2015 #22

Hillary and Waterloo organizer @Pavitra_Abraham take the stage! #ImWithHer riversedge Dec 2015 #23

You know what I love about these posts? ismnotwasm Dec 2015 #24

Yep MaggieD Dec 2015 #25

Having to break out the gloves for today's #HRCanvass. Good thing commit cards go with everything! riversedge Dec 2015 #28

Love it ismnotwasm Dec 2015 #31

"I'll give them this: Republicans are consistent. Consistently wrong, yes�but consistent!" �Hillar riversedge Dec 2015 #26

Applause as Hillary says, "I'm not running for President Obama's third term�I'm running for my firs riversedge Dec 2015 #27

"If we don't invest in the future, we won't be able to shape the future. That's what I want to do." riversedge Dec 2015 #29

A man in the audience tells Hillary: "My wife's medications are too expensive. It's not fair." Hilla riversedge Dec 2015 #32

On climate change, Republicans say: 'I'm not a scientist.' Well then go ask one!" �Hillary riversedge Dec 2015 #36

Excellent reporting.... Historic NY Dec 2015 #30

Great observation. Yes, you are right. It is take the riversedge Dec 2015 #33

Standing ovation here in Waterloo after Hillary finishes her remarks riversedge Dec 2015 #34

I see it every day the young are showing the way............ Historic NY Dec 2015 #37

An Energetic Kick Alfresco Dec 2015 #35

Great energy you have Hillary! Cha Dec 2015 #39

NCTraveler

(30,481 posts)

1. Dear SOS Clinton. Might I borrow some of your energy? nt.

Reply to riversedge (Original post)

Wed Dec 9, 2015, 01:34 PM

Dec 2015

riversedge

(80,805 posts)

12. Mind sharing?? some of that energy that I am sure

Reply to NCTraveler (Reply #1)

Wed Dec 9, 2015, 02:23 PM

Dec 2015

Hillary will bring our way?

NurseJackie

(42,862 posts)

2. Things really aren't going very well for Bernie. It's pretty dismal all the way around ...

Reply to riversedge (Original post)

Wed Dec 9, 2015, 01:37 PM

Dec 2015

... what with his lackluster polling numbers and the dreadful number of political and union endorsements. Meanwhile, Hillary takes nothing for granted and keeps running her campaign as if she needed to catch-up.

Fawke Em

(11,366 posts)

17. That's why his event are SRO and then some.

Reply to NurseJackie (Reply #2)

Wed Dec 9, 2015, 02:55 PM

Dec 2015

Hers look like a coffee klatch in comparison.

riversedge

(80,805 posts)

38. Bernie's big crowds not translating to good poll numbers.

Reply to Fawke Em (Reply #17)

Thu Dec 10, 2015, 04:04 AM

Dec 2015

riversedge

(80,805 posts)

3. Rep. Mary Gaskill talks to Ottumwans about why she supports @HillaryClinton! #

Reply to riversedge (Original post)

Wed Dec 9, 2015, 01:41 PM

Dec 2015

Hillary for Iowa Retweeted
Paige Suelzle ‏@psuelz 16h16 hours ago

Rep. Mary Gaskill talks to Ottumwans about why she supports @HillaryClinton! #ImWithHer @HillaryforIA

riversedge

(80,805 posts)

4. Undecideds breaking roughly as decideds and #HillaryClinton holds a 18% lead in IA - caucus in 53 da

Reply to riversedge (Reply #3)

Wed Dec 9, 2015, 02:07 PM

Dec 2015

NaphiSoc ‏@NaphiSoc 2h2 hours ago

Undecideds breaking roughly as decideds and #HillaryClinton holds a 18% lead in IA - caucus in 53 days #UniteBlue

MaggieD

(7,393 posts)

5. Awesome!

Reply to riversedge (Reply #4)

Wed Dec 9, 2015, 02:08 PM

Dec 2015

riversedge

(80,805 posts)

6. The room is filling up as Waterloo is excited to welcome @HillaryClinton to town! nice pic

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Wed Dec 9, 2015, 02:09 PM

Dec 2015

Hillary for Iowa Retweeted
Chris Walloch ‏@ChrisWalloch 22m22 minutes ago

The room is filling up as Waterloo is excited to welcome @HillaryClinton to town!

riversedge

(80,805 posts)

8. �I handed my commit to caucus card to her and I watched her put it in her pocket:�

Reply to riversedge (Reply #6)

Wed Dec 9, 2015, 02:13 PM

Dec 2015

oh, how lovely to see this:

Hillary for Iowa ‏@HillaryforIA 52m52 minutes ago

“I handed my commit to caucus card to her and I watched her put it in her pocket:” http://hrc.io/1NbN3LJ
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Ely woman dines with Clinton in Washington
Kay Hale won contest to have lunch with candidate

Hillary Clinton campaign Kay Hale of Ely presents Hillary Clinton with her “commit to caucus” card after the two had lunch Monday in Washington, D.C. Hale won the online fundraising contest to have the lunch with Clinton, the front-running Democrat for the presidential nomination.

James Q. Lynch

The Gazette

More stories from James
Dec 7, 2015 at 9:01 pm

Etto, at the corner of 14th Street and Q in Washington, D.C., is known for its Neapolitan pies baked in a wood-burning oven.

But Kay Hale of Ely wasn’t there Monday for the pizza.

Instead, she was there for lunch with Hillary Clinton.

Hale, long active in the Linn County Democratic Party, won a contest sponsored by the Clinton presidential campaign to join the candidate for lunch at the Washington cafe.

It was Hale and her guest — her cousin Kathy Bass of Cedar Rapids, and four other Clinton supporters, members of the campaign staff and the Secret Service. More than 650,000 people entered the contest for the chance to lunch with Clinton. Although the campaign called the contest its biggest single online fundraiser, Hale said she hasn’t donated to the campaign.

“It was a big deal for us,” Hale, a school bus driver for 20 years, said about lunch with the former first lady and — “Let’s hope,” she said — the next president......................

Hillary Clinton campaign Kay Hale of Ely presents Hillary Clinton with her “commit to caucus” card after the two had lunch Monday in Washington, D.C. Hale won the online fundraising contest to have the lunch with Clinton, the front-running Democrat for the presidential nomination.

riversedge

(80,805 posts)

9. These folks have skills! The 3D printer here in Waterloo just made the campaign logo ......

Reply to riversedge (Reply #8)

Wed Dec 9, 2015, 02:17 PM

Dec 2015

Hillary for Iowa Retweeted
Lily Adams ‏@adamslily 13m13 minutes ago

These folks have skills! The 3D printer here in Waterloo just made the campaign logo #iacaucus

riversedge

(80,805 posts)

10. Clinton tours Cedar Valley Techworks in Waterloo on day when she's touting manufacturing job....

Reply to riversedge (Reply #9)

Wed Dec 9, 2015, 02:19 PM

Dec 2015

Hillary for Iowa Retweeted
Tony Leys ‏@tonyleys 16m16 minutes ago

.@HillaryClinton tours Cedar Valley Techworks in Waterloo on day when she's touting manufacturing jobs.

(80,805 posts)

16. "I thought, if Hillary can testify for eleven straight hours, I can make another 50 phone calls."

Reply to riversedge (Original post)

Wed Dec 9, 2015, 02:53 PM

Dec 2015

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Hillary for Iowa ‏@HillaryforIA 2m2 minutes ago

Chrystian: "Here's a way you can help Hillary: text 'IOWA' to 47246. We announced this event with a text!"
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Hillary for Iowa ‏@HillaryforIA 5m5 minutes ago Waterloo, IA

With just 54 days until the caucus, it's standing room only at Hillary's town hall in Waterloo! #HillYes
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Hillary for Iowa ‏@HillaryforIA 8m8 minutes ago Waterloo, IA

.@bmercergolden: "I thought, if Hillary can testify for eleven straight hours, I can make another 50 phone calls."

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riversedge

(80,805 posts)

18. Frank brought Hillary's memoir to her Waterloo town hall, saying: "We've got a president to elect."

Reply to riversedge (Reply #16)

Wed Dec 9, 2015, 02:55 PM

Dec 2015

Love their commitment, work and enthusiam

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Hillary for Iowa ‏@HillaryforIA 11m11 minutes ago Waterloo, IA

Frank brought Hillary's memoir to her Waterloo town hall, saying: "We've got a president to elect." #ImWithHer
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riversedge

(80,805 posts)

19. With just 54 days until the caucus, it's standing room only at Hillary's town hall in Waterloo! ....

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Wed Dec 9, 2015, 02:57 PM

Dec 2015

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Hillary for Iowa ‏@HillaryforIA 5m5 minutes ago Waterloo, IA

With just 54 days until the caucus, it's standing room only at Hillary's town hall in Waterloo! #

HillYes

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riversedge

(80,805 posts)

21. "This election isn't just about choosing a president�it's also about choosing a Commander in Ch

Reply to riversedge (Reply #19)

Wed Dec 9, 2015, 03:06 PM

Dec 2015

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Hillary for Iowa ‏@HillaryforIA 4m4 minutes ago Waterloo, IA

"This election isn't just about choosing a president—it's also about choosing a Commander in Chief." –Hillary
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workinclasszero

(28,270 posts)

22. Wow that's great

Reply to riversedge (Reply #19)

Wed Dec 9, 2015, 03:07 PM

Dec 2015

Looks like lots of enthusiasm for Hillary

riversedge

(80,805 posts)

23. Hillary and Waterloo organizer @Pavitra_Abraham take the stage! #ImWithHer

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Wed Dec 9, 2015, 03:08 PM

Dec 2015

Hillary for Iowa ‏@HillaryforIA 6m6 minutes ago Waterloo, IA

"I am so excited to work so hard, every day, for this woman." – @Pavitra_Abraham
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Hillary for Iowa ‏@HillaryforIA 9m9 minutes ago Waterloo, IA

Hillary and Waterloo organizer @Pavitra_Abraham take the stage! #

ImWithHer

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ismnotwasm

(42,674 posts)

24. You know what I love about these posts?

Reply to riversedge (Original post)

Wed Dec 9, 2015, 03:08 PM

Dec 2015

It shows the work and organization that is needed to actually win a campaign. Bravo

MaggieD

(7,393 posts)

25. Yep

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Wed Dec 9, 2015, 03:09 PM

Dec 2015

riversedge

(80,805 posts)

28. Having to break out the gloves for today's #HRCanvass. Good thing commit cards go with everything!

Reply to ismnotwasm (Reply #24)

Wed Dec 9, 2015, 03:23 PM

Dec 2015

Canvassing in the cold.....

Sara Kirshbaum ‏@skirshbaum Dec 6

Having to break out the gloves for today's #HRCanvass. Good thing commit cards go with everything!

ismnotwasm

(42,674 posts)

31. Love it

Reply to riversedge (Reply #28)

Wed Dec 9, 2015, 03:41 PM

Dec 2015

riversedge

(80,805 posts)

26. "I'll give them this: Republicans are consistent. Consistently wrong, yes�but consistent!" �Hillar

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Wed Dec 9, 2015, 03:18 PM

Dec 2015

Hillary for Iowa ‏@HillaryforIA 8m8 minutes ago Waterloo, IA

"I'll give them this: Republicans are consistent. Consistently wrong, yes—but consistent!" –Hillary
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Hillary for Iowa ‏@HillaryforIA 9m9 minutes ago

We are four times more likely to have a recession when there is a Republican in the White House. –Hillary in Waterloo
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Hillary for Iowa ‏@HillaryforIA 11m11 minutes ago Waterloo, IA

Hillary on fighting ISIS: "Now is the time for all of us—regardless of party—to be united." #ImWithHer

riversedge

(80,805 posts)

27. Applause as Hillary says, "I'm not running for President Obama's third term�I'm running for my firs

Reply to riversedge (Reply #26)

Wed Dec 9, 2015, 03:20 PM

Dec 2015

and I will add---then for my 2nd term!

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Hillary for Iowa ‏@HillaryforIA 5m5 minutes ago Waterloo, IA

Applause as Hillary says, "I'm not running for President Obama's third term—I'm running for my first term!"

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riversedge

(80,805 posts)

29. "If we don't invest in the future, we won't be able to shape the future. That's what I want to do."

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Wed Dec 9, 2015, 03:26 PM

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Hillary for Iowa ‏@HillaryforIA 3m3 minutes ago Waterloo, IA

"Here's the bottom line: corporations don't need a tax break. You do." –Hillary
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Hillary for Iowa ‏@HillaryforIA 5m5 minutes ago Waterloo, IA

Hillary talks through her plan to close loopholes & end tax breaks for companies that ship jobs overseas. #ImWithHer
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Hillary for Iowa ‏@HillaryforIA 10m10 minutes ago Waterloo, IA

"If we don't invest in the future, we won't be able to shape the future. That's what I want to do." –Hillary

riversedge

(80,805 posts)

32. A man in the audience tells Hillary: "My wife's medications are too expensive. It's not fair." Hilla

Reply to riversedge (Reply #29)

Wed Dec 9, 2015, 03:46 PM

Dec 2015

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Hillary for Iowa ‏@HillaryforIA 7m7 minutes ago Waterloo, IA

The crowd loudly agrees as Hillary says: "I'm very worried about your governor's plan to privatize Medicaid."
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Hillary for Iowa ‏@HillaryforIA 12m12 minutes ago Waterloo, IA

As president, Hillary will take on prescription drug companies that increase prices for families.
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Hillary for Iowa ‏@HillaryforIA 15m15 minutes ago Waterloo, IA
A man in the audience tells Hillary: "My wife's medications are too expensive. It's not fair." Hillary: "Amen."

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Hillary for Iowa ‏@HillaryforIA 18m18 minutes ago Waterloo, IA

Standing ovation here in Waterloo after Hillary finishes her remarks 👏
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Hillary for Iowa ‏@HillaryforIA 20m20 minutes ago Waterloo, IA

"Here's the bottom line: corporations don't need a tax break. You do." –Hillary

riversedge

(80,805 posts)

36. On climate change, Republicans say: 'I'm not a scientist.' Well then go ask one!" �Hillary

Reply to riversedge (Reply #32)

Wed Dec 9, 2015, 04:49 PM

Dec 2015

Hillary for Iowa ‏@HillaryforIA 55m55 minutes ago Waterloo, IA

"On climate change, Republicans say: 'I'm not a scientist.' Well then go ask one!" –Hillary

Historic NY

(40,037 posts)

30. Excellent reporting....

Reply to riversedge (Original post)

Wed Dec 9, 2015, 03:27 PM

Dec 2015

saw a lot from my feed...

What I see is the young staff are pulling along the older people showing them how to step up the caucus game. The numbers show it. No enthusiasm gaps here.

riversedge

(80,805 posts)

33. Great observation. Yes, you are right. It is take the

Reply to Historic NY (Reply #30)

Wed Dec 9, 2015, 03:49 PM

Dec 2015

Young--and their energy to be pounding the streets with Commit to Caucus Cards. Once signed they do follow up phone calls. I think it is just nature--once you commit to show up to the caucus you feel a responsibility| to do so.

riversedge

(80,805 posts)

34. Standing ovation here in Waterloo after Hillary finishes her remarks

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Wed Dec 9, 2015, 03:50 PM

Dec 2015

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Hillary for Iowa ‏@HillaryforIA 7m7 minutes ago Waterloo, IA

As president, Hillary will take on prescription drug companies that increase prices for families.
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Hillary for Iowa ‏@HillaryforIA 20m20 minutes ago Waterloo, IA

"Here's the bottom line: corporations don't need a tax break. You do." –Hillary