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Anniversary Of The U.S. Constitution And Iowa Branding

This week people across Iowa are recognizing the 225th anniversary of the U.S. Constitution during this year’s national observance of “Constitution Week”. Historian David Wendell talks with Ben Kieffer about constitutional issues 225 years ago and their prevalence today. Then, the mayor of Hampton, Iowa, discusses his efforts in organizing “Libertyfest”, a week long celebration of the constitution and the founding fathers who established it.

In the second half of the program, find out why Simpson College just won the “Battle of the Brands”, a marketing competition put together by advertising firm, Lessing-Flynn.

Ben Kieffer is the host of IPR's River to River