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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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Opinion | Moratoriums aren’t enough. Cancel rent.

Adam Engelbrecht, Opinions Columnist September 17, 2020

As of Sept. 4, a nationwide eviction moratorium has been established by federal authorities. This will prevent tenants who are behind on rent payments from getting evicted, provided they follow the...

Opinion | Sex education needs to be more inclusive

Opinion | Sex education needs to be more inclusive

Yassie Buchanan, Opinions Columnist September 16, 2020

Although many young kids and teenagers learn about sexual health through their friends, family, the internet, social media, and pop culture, sex education in school, for many, could be the only place...

Opinion | Desegregate the schools

Opinion | Desegregate the schools

Zeina Aboushaar, Opinions Columnist September 16, 2020

To many, education is freedom. It is the walls in our minds widening beyond our perception. However, many children are prevented from feeling free because of the inequality in the school system and...

The Hawk the Vote website is seen on Monday, Sept. 14, 2020.

Opinion | Not voting is a choice – the wrong one

Zeina Aboushaar, Opinions Columnist September 15, 2020

The past four years have been painful for many Americans and it seems that the flawed system of voting is the only way out — America's only hope. Every time we tried to voice our concerns, our pain,...

Sen. Joni Ernst (R-Iowa) talks about her personal struggles during the Iowa GOP Reception at Hughes Family Barn in Cedar Rapids on Friday, Oct. 18, 2019. Facilitated by RPI Chairman Jeff Kaufmann, Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds and Ernst discussed their hardships and highlights throughout their political roles and personal lives.

Opinion | Socialism isn’t on the ballot, senator

Peyton Downing, Opinions Editor September 15, 2020

Joni Ernst and other Iowa Republicans seem to be reliving the 1960s, complete with McCarthyist attacks on their opposition. To the enemies of communists, socialists, anarchists, and any other extreme...

A Johnson County precinct indicator is seen outside The University of Iowa Visual Arts building on Tuesday, June 2, 2020. Counties all across Iowa along with eight other states are participating in the 2020 primary elections.

Opinion | The apathetic young voter narrative is false

Yassie Buchanan, Opinions Columnist September 14, 2020

For years there has been an ongoing narrative that young people are often apathetic when it comes to civic engagement, especially voting, however, I think more than ever this narrative is false. Young...

The Old Capitol building is seen on Monday, Nov. 11, 2019.

Opinion | The pandemic won’t stop Hawkeye clubs

Signe Nettum, Opinions Columnist September 14, 2020

While we are half a month into the current semester, there are still many chances to join clubs this semester and school year as a whole — and those opportunities shouldn’t be missed. Yes, you...

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Opinion | University of Iowa needs to give more attention to suicide prevention

Hannah Pinski, Opinions Columnist September 13, 2020

National Suicide Prevention week occurred from Sept. 6-12. While the University of Iowa advocated to seek help, check up on friends, and advertised their counseling services, there is still more work...

Fans wave after the first quarter during the Iowa football game against Miami (Ohio) at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, August 31, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Redhawks 38-14.

Opinion | Cancer awareness needs more attention

Ally Pronina, Opinions Columnist September 10, 2020

September is a month of trees changing colors, weather getting colder — and childhood cancer awareness. Even when we are not in the middle of the craziest year anyone has ever experienced, Childhood...

University of Iowa athletic director Gary Barta discusses former Iowa basketball player Megan Gustafsons career during the retirement ceremony for her number 10 jersey following the Iowa womens basketball game against Michigan State University on Sunday, Jan. 26, 2020 at Caver-Hawkeye Arena. The Hawkeyes defeated the Spartans, 74-57.

Opinion | Iowa Athletics abandons ‘Win, Graduate, Do it right’ in the face of budget cuts.

Eve Stewart, Opinions Columnist September 9, 2020

On August 21st, the athletic community at The University of Iowa received an email with an open letter from University President, Bruce Harreld and Athletic Director, Gary Barta. This letter marked...

The Old Capital is seen on Tuesday, September 18, 2018.

Opinion | A total campus shutdown is not the answer

Hannah Pinski, Opinions Columnist September 9, 2020

Since the return of students to campus, University of Iowa has 1,395 cases of COVID-19. Poor administration decisions, irresponsible behavior of students, and inadequate measures and policies to slow...

The American flag flies above the Old Capitol Building on Thursday, January, 24, 2019. The semester theme of The American Dream celebrates the diversity and perseverance of the American people.

Opinion | Labor Day is over — its history never is

Adam Engelbrecht, Opinions Columnist September 8, 2020

I am writing this on Labor Day, relaxing on my couch because, like many students and workers, I have the day off. We have been given this day off in order to commemorate workers and their achievements...

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