Peter Anders, Opinions Contributor
Spike Lee
A person I look up to is the legendary filmmaker Spike Lee.
Born in Atlanta, Georgia on March 20, 1957, he grew up to be one of the premiere Black...
Yasmina Sahir, Opinions Columnist
• February 12, 2023
On U.S. campuses, most assigned coursework utilizing media sources and casual conversations center on news outlets like Fox News, MSNBC, CNN, and The New York Times.
At the University of Iowa,...
Katie Perkins, Opinions Contributor
• February 12, 2023
You think you’ve heard it all, and then you find out someone your best friend went to high school with raised almost $40,000 on GoFundMe to treat her fake cancer.
Madison Russo, a 19-year-old Iowa...
Yasmina Sahir, Opinions Columnist
• February 8, 2023
Columns reflect the opinions of the authors and are not necessarily those of the Editorial Board, The Daily Iowan, or other organizations in which the author may be involved.
Each spring semester,...
Columns reflect the opinions of the authors and are not necessarily those of the Editorial Board, The Daily Iowan, or other organizations in which the author may be involved.
Since 1972, Iowa...
Shahab Khan, Opinions Columnist
• February 7, 2023
I have changed my mind about Iowa City and Amtrak — at least in the short term.
Previously, I argued that Amtrak coming to Iowa City would generate economic growth for the city, as it would connect...
Chris Klepach, Opinions Columnist
• February 6, 2023
TikTok has maintained a grip on users since 2016, and it is time for the app to be decommissioned from University of Iowa networks.
Several colleges have recently banned TikTok from their networks,...
Yasmina Sahir, Opinions Columnist
• February 5, 2023
Many college students know the struggle of juggling work and school responsibilities during the semester.Â
In Iowa City, I consider myself lucky to have access to many employment opportunities between...
Marijuana should be legalized at the federal level.
The illegality of marijuana has opened doors to alternative products and markets that sell a similar but potentially more dangerous product.
Chemically...
Luke Krchak, Opinions Contributor
• January 31, 2023
Iowa Republicans introduced a bill that would reduce Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits.
This bill is harmful to the people who need help the most by limiting access to basic nutrition.
In...
As many expect a looming recession, some individuals are partaking in money saving strategies.
During a recession, consumers spend less, which leads to a significant impact on economic activity....
Columns reflect the opinions of the authors and are not necessarily those of the Editorial Board, The Daily Iowan, or other organizations in which the author may be involved.
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