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The Daily Iowan

The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

Dylan Montigney talks about Japan's esports scene at an interview in the Iowa Memorial Union on Monday, December 10, 2018.

Opinion: Fortnite signifies how video games are changing

Peyton Downing, Columnist October 16, 2019

When I was younger, I distinctly remember my father telling me not to waste time on video games. They were just a flimsy distraction, he said, and I should do something productive with my time. While my...

"Big Mouth" (Netflix)

Opinion: Big Mouth uses irreverent humor to deconstruct serious social issues

Krystin Langer, Columnist October 16, 2019

The third season of “Big Mouth” was released Oct. 4 on Netflix and has proven to be even more shocking and promiscuous than the preceding seasons. The show features the voices of actors such as...

The Old Capitol is seen on Nov. 25, 2018.

Opinion: Follow your dreams more, plan your future a little less

Emily Creery, Columnist October 15, 2019

In The Big Lebowski, Maude Lebowski asked The Dude what he does for a living. He replied, “Oh, the usual. I bowl. Drive around. The occasional acid flashback.” It’s simple, carefree, and easy to...

President Donald Trump makes a statement announcing that a deal has been reached to reopen the government through Feb. 15 during an event in the Rose Garden of the White House Jan. 25, 2019 in Washington, D.C.

Opinion: Trump’s autism bill is a good start, but won’t solve all obstacles

Ally Pronina, Columnist October 15, 2019

About 1 in 59 children are diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. President Trump recently signed the Autism Collaboration, Accountability,...

Sen. Cory Booker, D-NJ, speaks at the Des Moines Register Political Soapbox during the Iowa State Fair in Des Moines, IA on Saturday, August 10, 2019.

Opinion: Endorsements are a poor measure of political success

Kalen McCain, Columnist October 15, 2019

2020 candidates have taken to announcing their endorsements in huge batches, sometimes a hundred names at a time, and political news coverage is eating this trend up. Endorsement counts have become a “horse...

Kinnick Stadium is seen fom the north end zone at Iowa Football Media Day on Friday, August 9, 2019.

Opinion: Iowa should follow California’s lead on college-athlete compensation

Jason O'Day, Columnist October 14, 2019

One state is finally trying to compensate college athletes beyond scholarship. California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed the Fair Pay to Play Act Sept. 30. It’s an excellent piece of legislation that will...

Dave Chappelle performs at the Radio City Music Hall on Aug. 24, 2017 in New York City.

Opinion: Comedy isn’t dead; it’s just evolving

Peyton Downing, Columnist October 14, 2019

The release of Joker has prompted a lot of discussion on a variety of topics, most of it centering around the possibility of inspiring violence for whatever reason. But one discussion that is going under...

SANTA MONICA, CALIF. - JULY 11: The Forever 21 store at Santa Monica Place on Thursday, July 11, 2019 in Santa Monica, Calif.

Opinion: Fast fashion’s waste and pollution needs to be minimized

Mariana Garces, Columnist October 13, 2019

Forever 21 announced it filed for bankruptcy Sept. 29. The fast-fashion chain has 800 stores worldwide and made $4.4 billion in revenue at its peak, according to Business Insider. Now it is planning to...

Representative Tulsi Gabbard, D-HI, pauses during the L.G.B.T.Q. Presidential Forum at the Sinclair Auditorium in Cedar Rapids on Friday, September 20, 2019. Each candidate that participated was gave a three minute introduction, and answered questions for a total of ten minutes.

Opinion: 2020 presidential hopefuls need to focus more on education policy

Taylor Newby, Columnist October 13, 2019

Iowa isn’t the only destination for presidential candidates. Those bidding for the White House have crowded college campuses across the country, showing off their politics, policies, and promises across...

The Old Capital from the roof of UIHC in Iowa City, Iowa on March 25, 2019.

Opinion: Iowa needs to increase investment into mental health

Ally Pronina, Columnist October 10, 2019

Iowa has a mental-health crisis, and we must do more to solve it. According to the National Alliance on Mental Health, roughly 123,000 Iowans have a serious mental illness, and our state has about...

Newly presented cardboard dumpsters are seated behind the Three Towers apartment complex at 313 S. Gilbert St. on Sunday, Jan. 28, 2018. The Iowa City City Council passed a mandate in Nov. 2016 requiring all rental units of four tenants or more to provide recycling services. This resolution will be enforced by the end of 2018.

Opinion: How Iowa City can be more eco-conscious

Krystin Langer, Columnist October 10, 2019

With recent discussions regarding climate change, there is an ongoing conversation among Iowa City residents about the various ways to contribute and help combat these environmental issues and stay eco-friendly...

Student made paintings are shown inside the EPB on Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2015. Students from the art department moved these paintings to the EPB in attempt to make the building less bland.

Opinion: The English-Philosophy Building needs to be improved

Becca Bright, Columnist October 10, 2019

The habitat of the English and Creative Writing student at the University of Iowa can be marked by two buildings: the English-Philosophy Building, which stands beside the Iowa River and the Dey House,...