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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

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Opinion | Building a better Democratic Party

Shahab Khan, Opinions Columnist September 12, 2021

If the Iowa Democratic Party is going to be competitive again, it must adopt an electoral strategy that combines popular progressive policy positions with a robust voter outreach program. One of...

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Opinion | UI students, it’s ok to take a step back

Sophia Meador, Opinions Columnist September 9, 2021

Is there ever a free moment in your day when you feel like you should be doing something? In the fast-paced world we live in, having time for yourself can feel wrong. Most adults today are overwhelmed...

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Opinion | The enchantment of Magic: The Gathering

Signe Nettum, Opinions Contributor September 9, 2021

I was introduced to the complicated world of Magic: The Gathering right at the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic. At first, it seemed like an over-the-top card battling game with different formats...

People protest during the third night of protests following sexual assault allegations against the University of Iowa’s chapter of Phi Gamma Delta at the chapter structure on Thursday, Sept. 2, 2021. (Grace Smith/The Daily Iowan)

Opinion | UI students are committed to preventing sexual violence

Grace Hildahl, Opinions Contributor September 9, 2021

Editor’s note: This article contains references to sexual assault. When fraternity members of Phi Delta Gamma, known as FIJI, were accused of sexual assault, University of Iowa students and organizations...

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Opinion | Sexual Assault prevention is lacking at the UI

Elise Cagnard, Opinions Contributor September 8, 2021

By the time you’re done reading this, someone will be a victim of sexual assault. This is especially prevalent on college campuses. In fact, women in college are three times more likely experience...

Syringes for the COVID-19 vaccine lay on a counter at the VA Medical Center in Iowa City on Tuesday, Dec. 22, 2020. The center received the Modern vaccine for its employees.

Opinion | It’s time to implement vaccine mandates

Shahab Khan, Opinions Columnist September 8, 2021

To save lives, the state Board of Regents must disregard obtuse state laws and implement a vaccine mandate at the University of Iowa. The normal semester that many of us anticipated did not arrive....

Sen. Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa., has a conversation at the Iowa State Capitol on Monday, January 13, 2020. The House convened and leaders in the Iowa House of Representatives gave opening remarks to preview their priorities for the 2020 session.

Opinion | Your members of Congress can directly help you, here’s how

Sophie Stover, Opinions Contributor September 7, 2021

Oftentimes, the general public thinks of our members of the U.S. Congress as out of touch politicians who do little to help us. When it comes to passing legislation, the process is certainly lengthy...

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Opinion | Advocacy work and awareness are key in children’s health

Yassie Buchanan, Opinions Columnist September 6, 2021

While fundraising initiatives are essential, advocacy work is key in bettering children’s health outcomes. With September being childhood cancer awareness month, we should be looking at ways we can...

Opinion | Texas law sets dangerous precedent for Iowa

Opinion | Texas law sets dangerous precedent for Iowa

Hannah Pinski, Opinions and Amplify editor September 6, 2021

Texas has created an uncertain future for women and victims of sexual violence. The state's newest law bans abortions after six weeks of pregnancy and allows private citizens to sue abortion providers...

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Opinion | Be preventative: Keep unvaccinated kids safe

Sophia Meador, Opinions Columnist September 1, 2021

When I reminisce on elementary school days, I think of field trips, crowded school buses, loud lunchrooms, and well-worn school equipment. I don’t remember anything ever being overly sanitary, and...

Hannah Pinksi, Opinions and Amplify Editor

Letter from the Opinions and Amplify Editor | How we plan to continue to diversify our newsroom

Hannah Pinski, Opinions and Amplify editor August 31, 2021

As calls for racial and social justice continue to confront American institutions, the media is no exception. According to research from the Pew Research Center, 77 percent of professional newsroom...

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Opinion | Performing arts on campus need our support

Yassie Buchanan, Opinions Columnist August 31, 2021

Performing arts has been stifled by COVID-19. Now that we have the opportunity to see live performances on campus, we should all try our best to support the performing arts. During the pandemic,...