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May 30, 2008 Before the War, Fallon Took Lead Against Invading Iraq Friday, May 30, 2008 (4:30 PM CDT) – Today, Ed Fallon reiterated that the war in Iraq is one of the main reasons he decided to challenge Congressman Boswell. Boswell voted for the war and continued to vote to fund it until last year. Fallon said, “Congressman Boswell says in his mailers that... more...
May 28, 2008 Sex Offender Law Makes Children Less Safe - Fallon was right! Yesterday, The Des Moines Register praised Ed Fallon for his 2002 vote against a bill that prohibited sex offenders from living within 2,000 feet of schools or day care centers. The Register said, “… he was frequently on the right side of issues…. He was the only House member to vote against... more...
May 28, 2008 Fallon Would Welcome Unscheduled Debate Attendance by Boswell Des Moines, IA - Wednesday, May 28th, 2008 (1:00 PM CDT) - Today, Ed Fallon is making one last appeal to Congressman Boswell to attend tonight’s 3rd District Democratic candidates debate at 7:00 PM at the State Historical Building, 600 E. Locust in Des Moines. Boswell has stated that he would... more...
May 27, 2008 THE REGISTER ENDORSES FALLON: Unleash Fallon's energy in Congress The Register's Editorial During Rep. Leonard Boswell's six terms in the U.S. House of Representatives, he has usually earned the support of the Register's editorial board. He's a decorated Vietnam War veteran who has dedicated his life to public service, serving 20 years in the U.S. Army and... more...
May 26, 2008 Jasper County Democratic Leaders Endorse Fallon for Congress Jasper County Democratic Leaders Endorse Fallon for Congress Newton, Iowa (Monday, May 26, 2008) - Today, several members of the Jasper County Democratic Central Committee announced their endorsement of Ed Fallon for Congress. Jasper County leaders include former State Rep. and County... more...
May 19, 2008 Fallon Kicks Off ‘New Energy for Iowa Tour’ - Proposes National CAFO Moratorium Monday, May 19, 2008 – Today in Des Moines, Ed Fallon kicked off his ‘New Energy for Iowa Tour’ with an announcement that if elected to Congress, Fallon would propose a national moratorium on hog confinements built by big corporations. Fallon sees this as a critical step toward restoring vitality... more...
May 17, 2008 Fallon Holds Kickoff Event Prior to ‘New Energy for Iowa Tour’ - Will Announce New Proposal Saturday, May 17, 2008 - On Monday, May 19th, Ed Fallon, will hold an event at Gateway West Park in downtown Des Moines at 3:00 PM. The event will kick off Fallon’s blitz of 12 counties the next day for his ‘New Energy for Iowa Tour.’ At the event, and during the tour, Fallon will announce a... more...
May 17, 2008 Fallon Calls on Boswell to Back Obama Saturday, May 17th, 2008 (4:00 PM CDT) - Today, Ed Fallon called on Congressman Boswell to withdraw his superdelegate support for Hillary Clinton and back Barack Obama. Fallon says, “Even though Hillary Clinton finished behind Barack Obama and John Edwards in the Third Congressional District,... more...
May 16, 2008 Fallon to Blitz 12 Counties on his ‘New Energy for Iowa Tour’ Friday, May 16, 2008 - On Tuesday, May 20th, Ed Fallon will hold events in all 12 counties in the Third Congressional District on his ‘New Energy for Iowa Tour.’ Fallon will spend half-hour at each event to talk about those parts of his agenda that will focus on revitalizing our small towns and... more...
May 8, 2008 Fallon Encourages Groups to Host Joint Debate - Hopes Boswell will reconsider Thursday, May 8, 2008, (11:00 AM CDT) - Late yesterday, Ed Fallon sent a proposal to ten media outlets and organizations to join together to host a debate between him and Congressman Boswell. These ten were chosen because they recently issued their own debate invitations to Fallon and Boswell.... more...
May 3, 2008 Fallon Says Boswell’s Refusal to Debate Disenfranchises Voters Saturday, May 3rd, 2008 (9:00 AM CDT) - Today, Ed Fallon said he is deeply concerned that Leonard Boswell declined The Des Moines Register/KCCI televised debate invitation. Fallon said, “Voters want to know how we plan to help them and where we differ on the issues. Refusing to debate is... more...
May 1, 2008 Fallon Receives PCCI Endorsement Thursday, May 1, 2008 (10:00 PM CDT) - Ed Fallon today announced his endorsement by the Progressive Coalition of Central Iowa – Action (PCCI-A). Board President Vern Naffier notified Fallon today that the board of PCCI-A had voted unanimously to support him in his bid to unseat incumbent... more...
Apr 23, 2008 Fallon Challenges Boswell on Clinton Threat to Obliterate Iran Wednesday, April 23, 2008 (1:00 PM CDT) - Ed Fallon yesterday challenged Rep. Leonard Boswell to say whether he supports Senator Hillary Clinton’s threat to “obliterate” Iran if it were to attack Israel. Boswell has endorsed Sen. Clinton for the Democratic presidential nomination despite his... more...
Apr 22, 2008 Fallon Challenges Boswell To Debate Des Moines, IA, Tuesday, April 22 - Today, Ed Fallon challenged Congressman Leonard Boswell to stop practicing “the politics of deception” and agree to debate the real issues. Fallon has received invitations to eight debates and has accepted them all. “Unfortunately,” Fallon said, “Boswell... more...
Apr 16, 2008 Fallon Expresses Dissatisfaction with Boswell’s Votes on Torture Wednesday, April 16, 2008, (12:00 PM CDT) - Recent days have brought news that the approval of torture by the American military and intelligence agencies was given by President Bush and routinely discussed in detail by his closest advisors, including Dick Cheney, John Ashcroft, and Condoleezza Rice. more...
Apr 14, 2008 Fallon Releases FEC Financial Report and YouTube Video (Des Moines, April 14, 2008, 4:15 CDT) – Fallon says he’s pleased with his fundraising, which has raised a total of $171,618.70 all from individual contributors. In several of his campaigns, he has been outspent by wide margins, and he expects the same results to occur in this race. “I’ve always... more...
Apr 9, 2008 Statement from Ed Fallon on Senator Dearden’s FEC complaint: Des Moines, March 9, 4:00 pm CDT – “I live simply. I’ve always been a voice for ethics in government, and I have never taken a penny from a PAC or lobbyist. Clearly, Boswell’s people are trying to discredit me on my strengths instead of discussing the real challenges facing America. Voters... more...
Apr 8, 2008 Fallon Questions Boswell’s Stand on Iraq - Tuesday, April 8, 2008 (1:00 PM CDT) – Today, Ed Fallon questioned Congressman Leonard Boswell’s stand on the Iraq War. “Congressman Boswell has been disingenuous of late in trying to portray himself as being against the Iraq War,” said Fallon, who is challenging Boswell in the June 3rd primary. more...
Apr 2, 2008 FEC Confirms Boswell’s Allegations Baseless Against Fallon Des Moines, IA, 34/2/08, 1:30 PM - In an effort to move beyond the politics of deception and get back to an issues-based campaign, the Fallon campaign called the Federal Election Commission (FEC) to confirm their research and put to rest any suspicions aroused by Congressman Boswell’s latest... more...
Mar 31, 2008 Ed Fallon's Statement on Boswell Charges Monday, March 31, 2008 (10:30 CDT) - Ed Fallon today released the following statement in response to Leonard Boswell’s most recent negative attacks against him, and in response to a mistaken impression circulated the past few days that Fallon considered running for Governor in 2006 as an... more...
Mar 28, 2008 Fallon Holds Town Hall Meeting in Des Moines - Focus on Immigration Des Moines, IA. - Congressional candidate Ed Fallon held a town hall meeting in Des Moines on Friday, March 28th to talk about immigration reform. The event took place this morning at the Fallon for Congress headquarters. more...
Mar 27, 2008 Fallon to Attend Russell School District Public Forum Tonight (Thursday, March 27, 2008) - Ed Fallon will participate in a panel and community forum regarding the recent decision by the Iowa Board of Education to close the Russell School District. The event will take place on Thursday, March 27th from 5:00 – 6:00 PM at 1410 E. Smith St. (Russell School... more...
Mar 24, 2008 Fallon to Boswell: "End negative attacks and stick to the issues." (March 24, 2008) - Today, Ed Fallon again challenged his opponent, Leonard Boswell, to end his negative attacks and stick to the issues. "Iowans want campaigns focused on issues and facts, not innuendo and negativity," said Fallon. "Unfortunately, Congressman Boswell's campaign is opting for... more...
Mar 19, 2008 STAR*PAC Endorses Ed Fallon for Congress STAR*PAC is endorsing Ed Fallon to represent Iowa’s Third Congressional District. Since 1980, STAR*PAC (Stop the Arms Race Political Action Committee of Iowa) has worked to oppose war, advocated against the weapons race and exorbitant military spending, and tackled many foreign and military... more...
Mar 8, 2008 Fallon Says Boswell Mistaken on Iraq Funding Votes Des Moines (March 8, 2008) – Today, Ed Fallon questioned the accuracy of Congressman Boswell’s remarks to a group of high school students on Friday, March 7th. The 22 local students went to Boswell’s office to ask him to stop funding the Iraq War and to withdraw the troops. According to the... more...
Mar 6, 2008 Ed Fallon Holds Town Hall Meetings in Tama, Amana and Des Moines Fallon says Boswell has a record of voting for continued reliance on fossil fuels, taxpayer subsidies for oil and gas companies, and opposition to higher CAFE standards. Fallon says, “Just last week in Newton, Congressman Boswell called for continued use of coal.” Boswell was quoted as saying... more...
Mar 3, 2008 Ed Fallon Holds Town Hall Meetings in Newton, Knoxville and Des Moines Fallon noted, “We don’t need so-called “free” trade. We need fair trade. Existing and future trade agreements must be evaluated to determine their fairness to workers, their families, and the environment, and not simply to increasing corporate profits. I will be a clear and strong voice in... more...
Mar 3, 2008 Fallon Files Third Congressional District Nominating Petitions (Des Moines, IA – March 3, 2008) - Today, Ed Fallon made his congressional candidacy official by submitting his affidavit of candidacy and his nominating petitions to the Iowa Secretary of State. This enables Fallon to appear on the ballot for the June 3rd primary race against Congressman... more...
Feb 27, 2008 Ed Fallon Holds Town Hall Meetings to Discuss Budget and Tax Reform Issues Fallon believes significant budgetary reforms are needed and said, “If you and I managed our personal checkbooks like Congress manages the federal budget, we’d be doing time. The level of federal debt is now unmatched and will soon compromise the solvency of future generations.” more...
Feb 26, 2008 Fallon Releases New Fundraising Video (February 26, 2008) - Today, Ed Fallon releases a new YouTube.com nationally to highlight his current fundraiser and campaign. Fallon turns 50 years-old on March 1st and is asking supporters to contribute $50 for Ed’s 50th. more...
Feb 21, 2008 FALLON DONORS TOP 1,600 AND $122,000 RAISED Des Moines (2/21/08) - Today, Democratic candidate Ed Fallon announced that in the six weeks since he launched his candidacy for Congress, his campaign has already received donations from 1,652 donors – over ten times the number of individual donors last year to his opponent, Rep. Leonard... more...
Feb 20, 2008 Ed Fallon Hosts Town Hall Meetings with Focus on Global Climate Change Fallon says, “One reason I’m running is because my opponent, Leonard Boswell, has a voting record that fails to address the climate change crisis. He has a record of voting for continued reliance on fossil fuels, taxpayer subsidies for oil and gas companies and opposition to higher CAFE standards.” more...
Feb 15, 2008 FALLON RESPONDS TO BOSWELL ACCUSATION ON PAC MONEY Des Moines (2/15/08) - Today, Democratic candidate Ed Fallon refuted charges from Rep. Leonard Boswell's campaign that he took PAC money. Boswell's accusation came after yesterday's news of Democracy for America's endorsement of Fallon in his campaign to unseat Boswell, whom DFA called a... more...
Feb 13, 2008 Fallon Rolls Out Health Care Reform Proposal Today, Ed Fallon, Democratic candidate for the Third Congressional District is discussing his positions on healthcare reform at three town hall meetings in Chariton, Newton and Des Moines. Fallon is also encouraging the public to share with him their thoughts on the healthcare crisis. Fallon... more...
Feb 1, 2008 FALLON CRITICIZES BOSWELL ON TAXPAYER-FUNDED ‘ENVIRONMENTAL’ MAILING Des Moines (2/11/08) - Today, Democratic candidate Ed Fallon criticized Congressman Leonard Boswell for the latter’s mass mailing last week on the environment, paid for at taxpayer expense. “Boswell is trying to paint himself as an environmentalist,” Fallon said, “but his voting record says... more...
Jan 31, 2008 Boswell Refuses to Pledge to Support Primary Winner Des Moines, IA (Jan 31, 2008) - In response to Leonard Boswell’s refusal to pledge to support the Democratic primary winner for the Third Congressional District, Ed Fallon said, “We’ve heard rumors from several reliable sources that Boswell may consider running as an independent if he loses the... more...
Jan 29, 2008 FALLON CHALLENGES BOSWELL TO SUPPORT PRIMARY WINNER Des Moines (1/29/08) - Today, Democratic candidate Ed Fallon pledged to support whoever wins the June Democratic Primary for the Third Congressional District. Fallon, 49, is running against Congressman Leonard Boswell, 74, and so far they are the only two in the race. In a letter sent today,... more...
Jan 22, 2008 FALLON IMPLORES CONGRESS AND BUSH TO INCLUDE POOR, ELDERLY Des Moines (January 22,2008) – Ed Fallon, a Democratic candidate for Iowa Congressional District 3, announced today his support of congressional Democrats who have expressed dissatisfaction with President Bush’s proposed economic stimulus package which is intended to stave off or mitigate the... more...
Dec 31, 1969 FALLON ENDORSED BY DEMOCRACY FOR AMERICA Des Moines (2/14/08, 3:00 PM) - Today, Democrat Ed Fallon, candidate for Congress, was endorsed by Democracy for America, a national grassroots organization that promotes fiscally sound, progressive candidates at every level of government. DFA urged its members to contribute $20.08 to Fallon’s... more...
Apr 12, 2008 Fallon Holds Meet & Greet Events with Focus on Agriculture April 12, 2008 - Congressional candidate, Ed Fallon, held meet and greet events on Saturday, April 12th to engage with voters and discuss agricultural issues. The events took place today in Vinton, Williamsburg and Chariton. more...
Apr 4, 2008 Fallon Calls for Abolition of Earmarks Friday, April 4, 2008 (10:00 AM CDT) - Ed Fallon today called for abolishing congressional earmarks, challenging incumbent Congressman Leonard Boswell to match his own pledge to refuse earmarks and to work to end the practice. “If Congressman Boswell isn’t agreeable to earmark reform, then I... more...
Mar 14, 2008 Fallon Receives New National Endorsement from LGBT Organization Des Moines, IA. (March 14, 2008) - Today, Ed Fallon announced he is the recipient of a new national endorsement for his congressional candidacy from eQualityGiving; an organization that works to achieve legal equality for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender (LGBT) Americans. This year, Fallon... more...
May 13, 2008 Fallon Speaks Out on Immigration Raid Des Moines, Iowa – Tuesday, May 13, 2008 (1:00 PM CDT). - Congressional candidate Ed Fallon spoke out today in response to the immigration raid in Postville yesterday. “This sort of thing is a distraction from the serious debate we need to have on immigration reform,” Fallon said. “Raids... more...
Mar 18, 2008 Fallon Discusses Ending Iraq War - Says Congressman Boswell has stood with Bush too often Des Moines, IA. - Congressional candidate Ed Fallon took the opportunity to discuss the war in Iraq and veterans’ issues at a town hall meeting in Des Moines on Wednesday, March 19th. Fallon is a strong supporter of ending the war in Iraq. He says, "If elected, I would support legislation that... more...
Mar 24, 2008 Fallon to Boswell: Today, Ed Fallon again challenged his opponent, Leonard Boswell, to end his negative attacks and stick to the issues. "Iowans want campaigns focused on issues and facts, not innuendo and negativity," said Fallon. "Unfortunately, Congressman Boswell's... more...
Mar 20, 2008 Fallon Calls on Boswell to Stop Negative Campaigning (March 20, 2008) - Today, Ed Fallon questioned campaign tactics Leonard Boswell is using and asked him to stop. Most recently, Fallon was alerted by constituents in the Third District that Boswell sent an email fundraising letter to voters containing negative personal statements and... more...
Mar 19, 2008 STAR*PAC Endorses Ed Fallon for Congress STAR*PAC is endorsing Ed Fallon to represent Iowa’s Third Congressional District. Since 1980, STAR*PAC (Stop the Arms Race Political Action Committee of Iowa) has worked to oppose war, advocated against the weapons race and exorbitant military... more...
Mar 15, 2008 Fallon Receives New National Endorsement from LGBT Organization Des Moines, IA. - Today, Ed Fallon announced he is the recipient of a new national endorsement for his congressional candidacy from eQualityGiving; an organization that works to achieve legal equality for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender (LGBT) Americans. This year, ... more...
Mar 8, 2008 Fallon Says Boswell Mistaken on Iraq Funding Votes Des Moines – Today, Ed Fallon questioned the accuracy of Congressman Boswell’s remarks to a group of high school students on Friday, March 7th. The 22 local students went to Boswell’s office to ask him to stop funding the Iraq War and to withdraw the troops. According to... more...
Mar 3, 2008 Fallon Files Third Congressional District Nominating Petitions Des Moines, IA - Today, Ed Fallon made his congressional candidacy official by submitting his affidavit of candidacy and his nominating petitions to the Iowa Secretary of State. This enables Fallon to appear on the ballot for the June 3 rd primary race against Congressman... more...
Feb 26, 2008 Fallon Releases New Fundraising Video Today, Ed Fallon releases a new YouTube.com nationally to highlight his current fundraiser and campaign. Fallon turns 50 years-old on March 1 st and is asking supporters to contribute $50 for Ed’s 50 th . Fallon says, “To sweeten the ask , we’re sharing my mom’s killer... more...
Feb 21, 2008 GREENPEACE STATEMENT ON CANDIDATE ED FALLON'S ENERGY PLATFORM Greenpeace applauds Ed Fallon for introducing a comprehensive, science-based global warming platform as a candidate for Congress in Iowa’s Third Congressional District. Iowans are already feeling the effects of global warming and our representatives have a moral responsibility to act. ... more...
Feb 15, 2008 FALLON RESPONDS TO BOSWELL ACCUSATION ON PAC MONEY Des Moines - Today, Democratic candidate Ed Fallon refuted charges from Rep. Leonard Boswell's campaign that he took PAC money. Boswell's accusation came after yesterday's news of Democracy for America's endorsement of Fallon in his campaign to unseat Boswell, whom DFA called a... more...
Feb 15, 2008 FALLON RESPONDS TO BOSWELL ACCUSATION ON PAC MONEY Des Moines (2/15/08) - Today, Democratic candidate Ed Fallon refuted charges from Rep. Leonard Boswell's campaign that he took PAC money. Boswell's accusation came after yesterday's news of Democracy for America's endorsement of Fallon in his campaign to unseat Boswell, whom DFA called a... more...
Feb 14, 2008 FALLON ENDORSED BY DEMOCRACY FOR AMERICA Des Moines - Today, Democrat Ed Fallon, candidate for Congress, was endorsed by Democracy for America, a national grassroots organization that promotes fiscally sound, progressive candidates at every level of government. DFA urged its members to contribute $20.08 to Fallon’s campaign and “to... more...
Feb 11, 2008 FALLON CRITICIZES BOSWELL ON TAXPAYER-FUNDED ‘ENVIRONMENTAL’ MAILING Des Moines- Today, Democratic candidate Ed Fallon criticized Congressman Leonard Boswell for the latter’s mass mailing last week on the environment, paid for at taxpayer expense. “Boswell is trying to paint himself as an environmentalist,” Fallon said, “but his voting record says otherwise.... more...
Jan 31, 2008 Boswell Refuses to Pledge to Support Primary Winner Des Moines, IA - In response to Leonard Boswell’s refusal to pledge to support the Democratic primary winner for the Third Congressional District, Ed Fallon said, “We’ve heard rumors from several reliable sources that Boswell may consider running as an independent if he loses the primary.... more...
Jan 29, 2008 FALLON CHALLENGES BOSWELL TO SUPPORT PRIMARY WINNER Des Moines - Today, Democratic candidate Ed Fallon pledged to support whoever wins the June Democratic Primary for the Third Congressional District. Fallon, 49, is running against Congressman Leonard Boswell, 74, and so far they are the only two in the race. In a letter sent... more...
Jan 22, 2008 FALLON IMPLORES CONGRESS AND BUSH TO INCLUDE POOR, ELDERLY Des Moines (January 22,2008) – Ed Fallon, a Democratic candidate for Iowa Congressional District 3, announced today his support of congressional Democrats who have expressed dissatisfaction with President Bush’s proposed economic stimulus package which is intended to stave... more...
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