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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

Downtown Block Party attendees cheer for protesters during “Night of Rage,” an abortion-rights protest, in Iowa City on Saturday, June 25, 2022. The protest started at the Pentacrest with speakers, then, protesters marched through Iowa City.

Opinion | Showing up is important to activism

Yasmina Sahir, Opinions Columnist July 5, 2022

Two days of protesting and marches were planned and executed in Iowa City following recent Supreme Court decisions, most notably the overturn of Roe v. Wade.  The actions garnered local support...

The United States Supreme Court Building is seen on Sunday, April 3, 2022.

Opinion | Originalism is a political movement disguised as judicial philosophy

Shahab Khan, Opinions Columnist July 3, 2022

The recent term of the Supreme Court has brought upon big wins for reactionaries in support of forced birth. The decision of Dobbs v. Jackson has been justified under originalism, a theory of jurisprudence...

Opinion | We need preparation for future viruses

Opinion | We need preparation for future viruses

Peter Anders, Opinions Columnist June 30, 2022

The COVID-19 pandemic has proven to be eye-opening to say the least. As we seem to come to a realization that COVID-19 will be with us forever and we will have to find new ways to deal with new...

The United States Supreme Court Building is seen on Sunday, April 3, 2022.

Opinion | Religious rulings have no place in law

Abby Gaugler, Opinions Columnist June 30, 2022

Last Friday, the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade — an umbrella case that gave people the right to get an abortion. Many people’s view on abortion rights come from a place of religious beliefs,...

Opinion | School safety is an international concern

Opinion | School safety is an international concern

Yasmina Sahir, Opinions Columnist June 28, 2022

Following the recent school shooting in Uvalde, Texas, local students have been vocalizing their support for safety in schools for the sake of protecting the lives of youth in the U.S. While this...

Gas prices are displayed at a gas station in Iowa City on Monday, June 27, 2022.

Opinion | Gas prices explained

Shahab Khan, Opinions Columnist June 28, 2022

Contrary to what Republicans and certain progressive politicians would have voters believe, President Joe Biden does not have a dial on his desk that he can turn to lower gas prices. Truth be told,...

Opinion | Affordable housing requires national funding

Opinion | Affordable housing requires national funding

Luke Krchak, Opinions Columnist June 26, 2022

For some, housing is a simple given in their everyday life. But for others, it is not the case. The demand for adequate affordable housing is a major problem across the country as the supply runs...

Opinion | It's time for a new tax regime

Opinion | It’s time for a new tax regime

Shahab Khan, Opinions Columnist June 23, 2022

One issue inflicting the housing market in Johnson County is how the local government taxes property instead of the land on which property is built. The current tax scheme — the traditional property...

Opinion | Other states are changing their views of cannabis while Iowa falls behind

Opinion | Other states are changing their views of cannabis while Iowa falls behind

Yasmina Sahir, Opinions Columnist June 21, 2022

Personal safety and freedoms have been topics of discussion in Iowa as of late. When considering the legalization debate of cannabis and other drugs, it’s obvious this deeply-instilled Iowan value...

Opinion | Parents and Students should have a choice in class content

Opinion | Parents and Students should have a choice in class content

Luke Krchak, Opinions Columnist June 19, 2022

In our progressive culture, it may seem out of the ordinary to question the curriculum schools are teaching. But in recent years, we have seen a rise in parental criticism over school curriculum. But...

Opinion | UI needs to improve it's computer science program

Opinion | UI needs to improve it’s computer science program

Peter Anders, Opinions Columnist June 19, 2022

Computer science is regarded as one of the fastest-growing majors for college students in the U.S. Colleges are rapidly pursuing this ever-growing major, and the University of Iowa is among them. But,...

Opinion | Internships are not the gold standard

Opinion | Internships are not the gold standard

Sophia Meador, Opinions Editor June 19, 2022

As children and adults leave the classroom or workplace and head outdoors for the summer, many college students are headed back inside the office for summer internships. While internships offer...