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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

Brooklyn author, Jia Tolentino gives a reading at Prairie Lights from her book of essays, Trick Mirror on Tuesday, February 18th, 2020. Trick Mirror received rave reviews from publications such as The New York Times, The Guardian, and Vox.

Opinion | It would be a shame not to take advantage of literature in Iowa City

Yassie Buchanan, Opinions Columnist March 1, 2022

One of Iowa City’s greatest hidden gems is its literary scene. From the numerous on-campus literary magazines to readings at Prairie Lights bookstore, there are plenty of opportunities to engage...

Demonstrators line up during a pro-Ukraine demonstration at the Pentacrest at the University of Iowa in Iowa City. Around 80 people attended the demonstration.

Opinion | The Russia and Ukraine conflict explained

Elise Cagnard, Opinions Contributor February 28, 2022

Between classes, homework, clubs, and everything else students have on their plate, it gets hard to stay up to date with current news. With all the breaking news about war between Russia and Ukraine,...

Opinion | We need more building projects in the Iowa City metro area

Opinion | We need more building projects in the Iowa City metro area

Sophia Meador, Opinions Columnist February 27, 2022

Whenever I visited Iowa City as a child, I was astonished by the Old Capitol. Just 10 years ago, the Old Capitol was one of the biggest buildings in Iowa City. But now, it's barely visible in the...

Several hundred protestors opposed to the Russian invasion gather near the Russian consulate in Manhattan Feb. 24, 2022. The protestors were enraged over Russia's invasion of Ukraine. (Seth Harrison/The Journal News)

Opinion | Welcome to the new Cold War

Peter Anders, Opinions Columnist February 24, 2022

It’s a common theme in works of fiction that another Cold War between global superpowers would occur, after the previous one ended with the failure of the Soviet Union and ushered in an age of American...

Deer are seen in the forest behind the University of Iowa College of Law building in Iowa City, Iowa, on Feb. 21, 2022.

Opinion | Iowa needs to tighten and specify hunting laws.

Elise Cagnard, Opinions Contributor February 23, 2022

It’s common knowledge that students are not the only inhabitants of the University of Iowa campus. From the first time a student steps on campus, it’s hard to miss the squirrels scurrying around...

An ally in West Amman.

Opinion | Jordanian Journals: Suez, Saddam, and strategic rivalries, how the U.S. continues to shape the Middle East

Shahab Khan, Opinions Columnist February 22, 2022

If there's one thing that I have noticed in Amman, it is that Jordanians love American culture, yet hate American politics In Amman, McDonald’s is considered fine-dining and everyone wants to...

An emerald ash tree is seen on Iowa Avenue on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2018. The City Council will be discussing the city’s current approach to Emerald Ash Borer and its impact on ash trees on public property.

Opinion | It’s time to start paying attention to the diversity of tree species on campus

Grace Hildahl, Opinions Contributor February 21, 2022

Walking around campus, you might look at a tree and think nothing of it. Little do you know; you might be seeing saplings previously owned by world-renowned authors and poets. While these famous...

The Iowa State Capitol is seen before the opening of the 2022 Legislative Session in Des Moines, Iowa, on Monday, Jan. 10, 2022. (Grace Smith/The Daily Iowan)

Opinion | Iowa Republicans should move past non-inclusive legislation

Sophia Meador, Opinions Columnist February 20, 2022

We have all heard the idiom “some things never change” countless times. I disagree with the notion that certain things will never change. Afterall, progress seems unattainable without change....

Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds delivers the Condition of the State Address at the Iowa State Capitol in Des Moines, Iowa, on Tuesday, Jan. 11, 2022. During the State Address, Reynolds spoke about childcare, Iowa teachers, material taught in schools, unemployment, tax cuts, and more.

Opinion | Current legislature stops teachers from accurately giving a spotlight to Black history month

Yassie Buchanan, Opinions Columnist February 20, 2022

It’s Black history month, yet Iowa’s teachers can’t accurately teach Black history because of restrictive legislation. In summer 2021, Gov. Kim Reynolds signed a bill that bans teaching of...

Opinion | Inconsistency in elevator service noticed among peers

Opinion | Inconsistency in elevator service noticed among peers

Chris Klepach, Opinions Columnist February 17, 2022

Elevators at the University of Iowa have lifted students up and provide a necessary service on campus, yet the issues that can interfere with their simple but important way of increasing overall accessibility...

Farming machinery stands tall next to crop fields on the Meade Family Farm in Tiffin on Tuesday, June 28, 2016. In light of a recent EPA investigation, information has emerged linking the use of atrazine, a common herbicide sprayed across Iowa farm land, with negative health and environmental outcomes.

Opinion | Farmers need reduced expenses to turn a profit

Luke Krchak, Opinions Columnist February 17, 2022

Agriculture is sometimes taken for granted, yet it is one of the few things that needs to be taken seriously. Farmers took a hit from the pandemic and rising costs. Farm production expenses are expected...

iStock image of a baseball, basketball, soccer ball, football, tennis ball, and volleyball.

Opinion | Transgender women deserve to compete in sports

Elise Cagnard, Opinions Contributor February 16, 2022

Sports have been the center of the U.S social scene since the country was founded. Whether it is high school, college, or professional, sports have held the hearts of Americans. Since the inception...