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Sage Against The Machine Podcast @sageforiowa.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

🔥 Episode 6 drops TODAY at 5 PM! Nathan Sage, Dr. Bob Leonard & Adam Peters talk about moving beyond party labels and focusing on issues that matter. 🎙️ Watch/listen: sageagainstthemachineia.substack.com #SageAgainstTheMachine #IowaPolitics

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Sage Against The Machine Podcast @sageforiowa.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

🌿 Why is Iowa still saying no? Neighboring states are creating jobs, generating tax revenue, and letting adults make their own choices. Nathan says it's time for Iowa to catch up. 🎙️ Hear the full discussion: sageagainstthemachineia.substack.com #Iowa #IAPolitics #LegalizeMarijuana #Cannabis

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Sage Against The Machine Podcast @sageforiowa.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

🚨 New episode of Sage Against The Machine! Jennifer Konfrst joins me to talk campaign finance, rural Iowa, and why working people deserve a government that works for them. Watch & listen: sageagainstthemachineia.substack.com #Iowa #Politics #Podcast

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Sage Against The Machine Podcast @sageforiowa.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

🔥 What do working people REALLY want from politicians? Nathan Sage & Jennifer Konfrst discuss why voters are tired of scripted talking points and what it takes to earn their trust. Watch the full episode at 5 p.m.: sageagainstthemachineia.substack.com #SageAgainstTheMachine

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Sage Against The Machine Podcast @sageforiowa.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

Thanks to JD Scholten for joining us on the Sage Against The Machine podcast today! New Episode drops at 5 p.m. open.substack.com/pub/sageagai...

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Sage Against The Machine Podcast @sageforiowa.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

New episode of Sage Against The Machine is live. This week we talked with Lindsay James about Iowa's future, what working people are facing, and why too many politicians have stopped listening. open.substack.com/pub/sageagai... Give it a watch and let me know what you think.

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Iowa Needs Leaders Who Listen

Episode 2 of Sage Against The Machine

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Sage Against The Machine Podcast @sageforiowa.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

Episode 2 of Sage Against The Machine premieres Tuesday at 5 p.m. Nathan Sage talks with Lindsay James about Iowa's 2nd Congressional District! We'll also cover Ukraine, immigration, new Iowa laws, and ask Why does common sense have to be partisan? Join us. sageagainstthemachineia.substack.com

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Sage Against The Machine Podcast @sageforiowa.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

🎙️ The conversation is about to begin. The Sage Against The Machine Podcast launches Thursday, July 2nd at 5 PM. New voices. New ideas. No autopilot. Join us for Episode 1. 🚀 sageagainstthemachineia.substack.com

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Sage Against The Machine Podcast @sageforiowa.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

THE SAGE AGAINST THE MACHINE PODCAST Politics is broken. Media is broken. Working people deserve better. Starting July 2 at 5 PM CT, join Nathan Sage, Spencer Dirks, and Dr. Bob Leonard for a new podcast on politics, culture, Iowa, and everyday life. First guest: Josh Turek.

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Sage Against The Machine Podcast @sageforiowa.bsky.social · 15/02/2026

I have some news that weighs heavily on my heart. After thoughtful conversations with my family, my team, and trusted supporters, I have made the incredibly difficult decision to end my campaign for the United States Senate. Listen to my full thoughts:

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Sage Against The Machine Podcast @sageforiowa.bsky.social · 04/02/2026

While the President held a rally in Des Moines (just one week ago) spewing more lies and hate and offered no real solutions to lower our costs, I joined hundreds of Iowans who are fed up with the actions of this administration to protest the senseless murders of Renee Good and Alex Pretti by ICE.

Candidate for U.S. Senate Nathan Sage (Far Right) Stands With Two Staff members Outside At The Clive, Iowa Protest Against ICE.

Rally Signs Outside At The Clive, Iowa Protest Against ICE.

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Sage Against The Machine Podcast @sageforiowa.bsky.social · 02/02/2026

Mason City—thank you for the warm welcome and hospitality on Saturday. It always feels good to be back home with my friends and family—you're the reason I'm in this fight.

Photo of U.S. Senate candidate from Iowa Nathan Sage with Supporters and Members Of North Iowa Fights Back At A Gathering In Mason City, IA.

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Sage Against The Machine Podcast @sageforiowa.bsky.social · 28/01/2026

The murder of two U.S. citizens by ICE is unacceptable. It’s time for federal law enforcement to get the f*ck out of Minneapolis and to withhold DHS and ICE funding until the masks come off and we hold those responsible accountable to the full extent of the law.

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Sage Against The Machine Podcast @sageforiowa.bsky.social · 26/01/2026

Enjoyed getting back out to Waterloo last Thursday to participate in the Black Hawk County Democrats’ Chili-Fest. Perfect timing for some comfort food and a little friendly competition. Tried some really great takes on the classic, but don’t blame me if I still think my wife’s was the best.

Photo of U.S. Senate candidate from Iowa Nathan Sage standing behind a table with crock pots on it alongside other local candidates at the Black Hawk County Chili-Fest.

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Sage Against The Machine Podcast @sageforiowa.bsky.social · 23/01/2026

I commend Iowa Democrats for this effort. Paid family leave and a $15 minimum wage shouldn't be controversial - these are the bare minimum of what Iowans need to survive and it's about damn time we have a Senator in Washington who is going to fight to guarantee them.

Screenshot Of Iowa Starting Line Headline And Photo Announcing Iowa Dems Proposing $15 Minimum Wage.

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Sage Against The Machine Podcast @sageforiowa.bsky.social · 22/01/2026

53 years ago, Roe v. Wade became the law of the land and for the first time women had the right to make their own healthcare choices. But now so-called leaders in Iowa like Ashley Hinson celebrate the overturning of Roe, support near total abortion bans without exceptions…

Reproductive Rights Are Human Rights Graphic for The Anniversary Of Roe VS Wade.

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Sage Against The Machine Podcast @sageforiowa.bsky.social · 22/01/2026

I knew at an early age my family didn’t have much. When I was 5, my dad wrote a bad check so me and my siblings could have new clothes for the first day of school. My dad’s story isn’t unique – this is the reality for too many families like mine.

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Sage Against The Machine Podcast @sageforiowa.bsky.social · 19/01/2026

Today we honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and his steadfast fight for the equality, dignity, and opportunity of all people, including the working class.

Image In Black And White Of Martin Luther King, Jr. In A Reflective Pose, Seated With His Hands Clasped In Front Of Him.

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Sage Against The Machine Podcast @sageforiowa.bsky.social · 17/01/2026

Nearly 800,000 fewer Americans have signed up for the ACA this year because Ashley Hinson voted NOT to extend the ACA tax credits and premiums are skyrocketing. This isn’t just a failure, it’s a choice by Hinson to price working class people out of lifesaving healthcare.

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Sage Against The Machine Podcast @sageforiowa.bsky.social · 16/01/2026

MercyOne closed their Traer Family Medicine Clinic in December, and is now closing their Family and Internal Medicine Clinic in Ottumwa in February. Why? Because our rural hospitals are being decimated by the unprecedented Medicaid cuts in the “Big Bullshit Bill” Ashley Hinson voted for.

Ottumwa Iowa’s MercyOne Clinic Photo And Headline About It Closing In February From The Des Moines Register.

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Sage Against The Machine Podcast @sageforiowa.bsky.social · 15/01/2026

Governor Reynolds might talk a big game about securing federal funding for cancer screening, but under her leadership Iowa has the 2nd highest cancer rate in the country, 41 rural hospitals have closed their maternity wards, and Iowa has become dead last for OB/GYNs.

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Sage Against The Machine Podcast @sageforiowa.bsky.social · 13/01/2026

Despite all these automation advancements, Americans are still working longer hours today than we did fifty years ago and barely making ends meet. As long as AI goes unchecked and dominated by billionaires like Elon Musk, it will do nothing to improve the lives of working class people.

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Sage Against The Machine Podcast @sageforiowa.bsky.social · 13/01/2026

I had a great time joining the Urbandale Dems. Nothing energizes me more than hearing directly from Iowans about what matters most –rising costs to stagnant wages, affordability will be a defining issue of this election and who better to fight for those issues than someone who lives them every day.

Nathan Sage, Iowa Democrat candidate for U.S. Senate speaks to a crowd at the Urbandale Democrats monthly meeting.

Nathan Sage, Iowa Democrat candidate for U.S. Senate shakes hands at the Urbandale Democrats monthly meeting.

Nathan Sage, Iowa Democrat candidate for U.S. Senate speaks to members at the Urbandale Democrats monthly meeting.

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Sage Against The Machine Podcast @sageforiowa.bsky.social · 12/01/2026

Trump's DOJ just opened a criminal investigation into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell. His crime? Refusing to do the President’s bidding.

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Sage Against The Machine Podcast @sageforiowa.bsky.social · 12/01/2026

Joni Ernst just endorsed Ashley Hinson – two career politicians. Same failed policies. Same corporate donors. While Iowans struggle, they rip away our healthcare, doing nothing to lower costs. We're running a different campaign, one that doesn’t corporate PAC $ and fights for working class Iowans.

Iowa senator Joni Ernst endorses GOP senate candidate Ashley Hinson.

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Sage Against The Machine Podcast @sageforiowa.bsky.social · 11/01/2026

For far too long, billionaires have ruled party bosses and career politicians in Washington – it’s time we put power back in the hands of the working class by banning individuals and corporations from spending millions to buy our elections.

Type Graphic That, In General, Says “We must ban individuals from spending millions of dollars to buy elections.” and that Nathan Sage Refuses To Work For A Party Boss Who Answers To Billionaires.

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Sage Against The Machine Podcast @sageforiowa.bsky.social · 10/01/2026

It’s about damn time we have real working class representation in Washington.

Type Graphic that reads “When Only 2% Of Washington D.C. COmes From The Working Class, Something Has Got To Change.”

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Sage Against The Machine Podcast @sageforiowa.bsky.social · 09/01/2026

"My wife works for McCoy True Value – a former client of mine when I worked in radio and a family owned business that has been serving Indianola for over 140 years. It’s a sad day when a small business like this has to close its doors, not only for its workers but for its community.

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Sage Against The Machine Podcast @sageforiowa.bsky.social · 08/01/2026

What a complete joke – Ashley Hinson just voted NO on extending the ACA tax credits, proving once again she would rather line the pockets of billionaires and corporations than fight for the 117,000 Iowans who are going to see their health insurance premiums skyrocket this year.

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Sage Against The Machine Podcast @sageforiowa.bsky.social · 08/01/2026

ICE shot and killed a US citizen today. A full investigation into the incident should be launched immediately. It's time to take the masks off and hold ICE accountable to the atrocities they're committing on behalf of this administration.

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Sage Against The Machine Podcast @sageforiowa.bsky.social · 07/01/2026

When the average age of the first time homeowner is 39, something is broken. While the President and I rarely agree, we do agree corporations and billionaires buying up our land and single-family homes is destroying the American dream for working class people. I absolutely support this ban!

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Sage Against The Machine Podcast @sageforiowa.bsky.social · 07/01/2026

You are damn right it will. Instead of using AI to help working class people get ahead, tech billionaires are using it as a ploy to just get richer.

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Sage Against The Machine Podcast @sageforiowa.bsky.social · 05/01/2026

I am sick and tired of watching our people struggle and die because our government has failed us. When our leaders and chosen candidates in both parties are career politicians who are it the pockets of billionaires and corporations, its clear we need fighters in Washington NOW.

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Sage Against The Machine Podcast @sageforiowa.bsky.social · 03/01/2026

Carrying out a regime change in the middle of the night by invading and kidnapping the leader of a foreign country is cowardice. Doing so without authorization and support from Congress is illegal.

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Sage Against The Machine Podcast @sageforiowa.bsky.social · 01/01/2026

Happy New Year from Team Sage! Let’s start the new year off with a bang and fight like hell for working class representation in Washington. Looking forward to seeing all of you on the campaign trail.

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Sage Against The Machine Podcast @sageforiowa.bsky.social · 31/12/2025

As 2025 comes to a close, all I have to say is THANK YOU! Thank you for your support, your passion, and your fight. Our campaign wouldn’t be where it is today without every single one of you, and I can’t wait to bring real working class representation to Washington when we win in 2026!

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Sage Against The Machine Podcast @sageforiowa.bsky.social · 30/12/2025

Today is a great day to elect Renee Hardman! Polls are open until 8 PM, so make sure to cast your ballot to prevent a GOP supermajority and elect a real working class candidate and champion like Renee!

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Sage Against The Machine Podcast @sageforiowa.bsky.social · 29/12/2025

I’ve said it countless times: I am sick and tired of people pointing down at others, blaming them for the mess we’re in, when the only direction we should be pointing is up.

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Sage Against The Machine Podcast @sageforiowa.bsky.social · 29/12/2025

As we wrap up 2025, I couldn’t be more thankful for each and every person who has supported this campaign.

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Sage Against The Machine Podcast @sageforiowa.bsky.social · 25/12/2025

Team Sage is wishing everyone a Merry Christmas! Spending today with my family reminds me why I got into this race – so Iowa families finally have a working class voice who knows their struggles and is going to fight like hell for them in Washington.

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Sage Against The Machine Podcast @sageforiowa.bsky.social · 24/12/2025

A big thank you to everyone who attended our virtual rally last week as we begin to organize for 2026! We are building a grassroots campaign that reaches every corner of Iowa to bring real working class representation to Washington.

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Sage Against The Machine Podcast @sageforiowa.bsky.social · 23/12/2025

BREAKING: We’re launching our first campaign ad next week for the Hawkeyes’ bowl game! I don’t look like a politician, think like a politician, or talk like a politician – I cuss too much, but F*CK IT, I’m not a politician and that’s the point!

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Sage Against The Machine Podcast @sageforiowa.bsky.social · 23/12/2025

This administration’s “Big Bullshit Bill” and failed trade policies are an attack on rural America – one that is allowing Big Ag to swoop in, buy up more land, and consolidate rural communities all in order to make more money for corporations and billionaires.

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Sage Against The Machine Podcast @sageforiowa.bsky.social · 22/12/2025

Thank you so much to Nevada Mayor Ryan Condon and Marilyn Condon for hosting us at their beautiful home last week!

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Sage Against The Machine Podcast @sageforiowa.bsky.social · 19/12/2025

AI is the new wild, wild, west – and when MidAmerican expects consumer utilities to climb 13% in the new year and there are already 173,000 households across Iowa behind on their utility payments, it’s clear we are on a dangerous path.

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