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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

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Rates won't rise

Rates won’t rise

September 21, 2015

Jace Brady [email protected] The Federal Reserve surprised many by not raising rates last week. This means that the Federal Funds Target Rate will remain at historic lows despite the economic recovery...

Members of Alpha Phi welcome new members at the IMU during Bid Day on Monday, Sept. 8, 2014. Notable A Phi members include Kimberly Williams Paisley. (The Daily Iowan/Joshua Housing)

Sticking with Alpha Phi

September 18, 2015

Grace Pateras [email protected] Last week was rough for me. I failed my first math quiz, fell behind in every single one of my classes, and learned a close friend is now facing serious health issues. Then, I...

Republican presidential candidate, businessman Donald Trump, left, speaks as Jeb Bush looks on during the CNN Republican presidential debate at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum on Wednesday, Sept. 16, 2015, in Simi Valley, Calif. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)

‘Jersey Shore,’ 2016 Election edition

September 18, 2015

Joe Lane [email protected] For a viewer, Wednesday’s GOP debate was brutal. In fact, I feel comfortable summing up the things I learned in its extensive three hours using just one paragraph. Jeb...

Can the Catholic Church come to a consensus on modern day issues?

Can the Catholic Church come to a consensus on modern day issues?

September 18, 2015

Samuel Studer [email protected] Pope Francis will travel to the United States next week. Keep in mind his announcement earlier this month that the annulment process will be faster and easier for...

Donald Trump warns a reporter of his cameras proximity to the ceiling of the inside of his plane at DSM international airport on Wednesday, April 8, 2015. Trump arguably regretted his decision to invite members of the media on his plane after a tripod fell onto a table, causing the real estate mogul a bit of distress. (The Daily Iowan/Sergio Flores)

Hateful people have found a rallying point in Trump

September 17, 2015

Hannah Soyer [email protected] This past weekend, protesters against Donald Trump held signs at a tailgate for the Iowa/Iowa State game in Ames, where Trump was visiting. One of these protesters,...

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Sweeping police brutality under the rug with settlements

September 16, 2015

By Marcus Brown [email protected] In a case of tragic mistaken identity, retired professional tennis player James Blake was brutally arrested by plainclothes NYPD Officer James Frascatore on Sept....

Taking a stand

Taking a stand

September 16, 2015

Samuel Studer [email protected] Have you ever heard of Nicole Arbour? You’re not alone; neither have I. Though Arbour is a YouTube celebrity, many had not heard of her until her video on “fat...

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Oath-keepers, the new American terrorists

September 16, 2015

By Jacob Prall [email protected] America is threatened. Heavily armed militants, ready to shoot U.S. federal and state officials in the name of their religion, are on our soil. What’s crazy is...

No tolerance for ‘troll’ threats

No tolerance for ‘troll’ threats

September 15, 2015

Christopher Cervantes [email protected] There are certain things that seem to strike a heavy chord with a majority of the public. For example, any crime or violent act done to a child is seen...

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Understanding political polls

September 15, 2015

Jace Brady [email protected] Last week, you likely heard on the news that Bernie Sanders pulled ahead of Hillary Clinton in a new poll. The poll people refer to comes from the reputable Quinnipiac,...

Board of Regents members gather in the IMU Main Lounge on Wed. March 11, 2015. The State of Iowa Board of Regents meet to discuss the future of universities in Iowa. (The Daily Iowan/Courtney Hawkins)

Sarah Palin as a regent

September 15, 2015

Beau Elliot [email protected] More from the Department of Geography (which no longer exists at the UI, which is why it’s so hard to find) recurring seminar “Where in the World is Iowa City?”: Apparently,...

Harreld backlash shows no signs of stopping

Harreld backlash shows no signs of stopping

September 14, 2015

Hannah Soyer [email protected] New University of Iowa President Bruce Harreld’s appointment has been met with much resistance from faculty, students, and community members, and with good reason....