A Tale of Three Trails

Eric Armstrong, Benjamin Schauer, and Shawna Anderson discuss what makes a good job, the role of labor unions, collective bargaining, public employee benefits, and Iowa’s minimum wage. They also share a lighthearted round of their favorite Iowa traditions and foods.

Eric Armstrong Benjamin Schauer and Shawna Anderson share why they entered public service what voters are telling them and how campaigning affects work family and daily life. They also discuss affordability local control community connections and preparing for Election Day.

Jason Swain joins Eric Armstrong, Benjamin Schauer, and Shawna Anderson to discuss NAMI Southwest Iowa, mental health access, opioid settlement funding, Project Reconnect, support for people leaving jail, and the importance of protecting community based recovery resources across rural Iowa.

Eric Armstrong, Benjamin Schauer, and Shawna Anderson explain absentee voting in Iowa and discuss Western Iowa wages, affordable housing, economic development, public services, and concerns heard while knocking on doors. They also share upcoming candidate forums and community events.

Eric Armstrong, Benjamin Schauer, and Shawna Anderson discuss Iowa water quality, nitrate concerns, rural wells, conservation, family farms, and government responsibility. They also highlight student-built housing in Council Bluffs and finish with a lighter round of campaign questions.

Eric Armstrong, Benjamin Schauer, and Shawna Anderson launch A Tale of Three Trails with Iowa State Fair talk, candid introductions, a discussion about public education, and memorable stories from the campaign trail across Southwest Iowa.  Recorded on location at the Council Bluffs Farmers Market.