This is outrageous. We need real change in Iowa and frankly, Grassley's just been there too long. He's held office longer than President Obama has been alive and we need someone who is not in the pocket of special interests.

I'll be on a panel at 3 pm on Friday discussing: Why Women are the Key to the Future of Progressive Victories in Brasilia 2.

I've stood up to corporations on behalf of ordinary citizens my entire life. I secured $180 million in cash for the people of Iowa from Microsoft when they were overcharging. I directed $60 million into our schools to close the digital divide and make sure Iowa's kids are the leaders of the next generation.

I will govern in the Senate like a I've run my grassroots campaign - as a Senator concerned with the next generation and not the next election!

I'll be around for a bit to answer questions in the comments below, and if you're at Netroots Nation, make sure to come say hello!

If you want to get involved, I hope you'll join my campaign at RoxanneForIowa.com now. Thanks!