An Education in Politics

About the Book

Dave Mulder comes from an academic background, and his experience in the world of politics has been insightful. He has many timely observations as to how to strengthen the political system.

Tom Osborne,
Athletic Director, University of Nebraska, Lincoln

It’s refreshing to see two Legislators from two opposite parties, both of great character and high moral values, who can work and cooperate together on issues important to Iowa and not just vote the party line, which in many cases truly fails the purpose of good law-making for the betterment of the great state of Iowa.

Bernie Saggau,
Retired Executive Secretary of the Iowa High School Athletic Assoc.

Dave and Frank’s informative, lively discussion of their years in the Iowa Senate is a must read for anyone who wants to serve in an elected office. Their political philosophies, including faith-based life lessons, give readers, educators, and students a unique in-depth perspective on grass roots politics. It is my privilege to edit this book.

Lianne Mercer,
Author of Compassionate Witness: Before We Say Goodbye

About the Author

Dave Mulder, born in Alton Iowa, 1939. Ed.D., U. South Dakota, 1990. Married 50 years to Dot with two children: Dick and Amy, and two grandchildren (Sarah and Ethan). He is a lifelong educator and coach–20 years in Sioux Center Community Schools and 25 years at Northwestern College. Published Devotions from the Heartland in 2010. Served one term as Iowa State Senator.

Frank B. Wood, Jr. M.S. Education Administration, Western Illinois, 1984. Married 39 years to Peggy, with two children: Brian and Lindsey, and five grandchildren. Has worked 39 years in public education in three different school systems in Illinois and Iowa as a teacher, coach, and administrator. Served one term as Mayor of Eldridge, Iowa. Served one term as Iowa State Senator.