Madeline MeyerAlternative ViewsHow do we begin to understand others who have fundamentally different views of what is right and what is wrong? What bridges us together…5 min read·Apr 19, 2017----
Madeline MeyerWhy didn’t journalists see the Trump phenomenon?Politicians and media are in a drastic shift in power relations, and this transition is inviting us to rethink how we understand the…7 min read·Nov 15, 2016----
Madeline MeyerinOur CaucusAnd the Caucus is over.It was a pretty phenomenal 6 months. I would say we spoke pretty loudly on Monday night. Most notably, Donald Trump lost. And he lost bad…2 min read·Feb 4, 2016----
Madeline MeyerinOur CaucusWho did I caucus for? Read this to find outMy alarm went off at 3:45 a.m. And despite getting three hours of sleep, I woke up ridiculously excited. As an Iowa caucus goer I received…2 min read·Feb 2, 2016----
Madeline MeyerinOur CaucusIf I had a crystal ball… My predictions about MondayRepublicans:2 min read·Jan 31, 2016----
Madeline MeyerinOur Caucus5 thoughts leading up to the BIG day… I hope Iowa shows the world we appreciate retail politicking and don’t just follow the huddled masses for a candidate.1 min read·Jan 30, 2016----
Madeline MeyerinOur CaucusCNN Democratic Town Hall at Drake University: My Take“Hey, do you need help getting up the stairs?” I heard a voice from behind me ask. I swiveled around. I first noticed a CNN aide, and then…6 min read·Jan 26, 2016----
Madeline MeyerinOur CaucusMeeting MarcoStanding in line, my palms were sweating. I was so nervous and I didn’t want my handshake to be awkward. This guy could be running for…4 min read·Jan 22, 2016----
Madeline MeyerinOur CaucusWhat is an Iowa Caucus anyway?Recently, I had the privilege to explain the Iowa Caucus to High School seniors. I didn’t realize how confusing the Iowa Caucus can be…3 min read·Jan 20, 2016----
Madeline MeyerinOur CaucusWhat will the next First Lady (or Gentleman) champion?First Lady Michelle Obama’s footsteps will not be easy to follow. As I begin to think about choosing the next president, I can’t help but…9 min read·Jan 20, 2016----