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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

The Daily Iowan

An Uyghur woman walks along an area of reconstruction in Kashgar, China. Many homes in the old urban district of Kashgar are being reconstructed, and many have been raised to build a new park.

Opinion | We must speak out for the Uyghurs

Zeina Aboushaar, Opinions Columnist September 21, 2020

There comes a time when our tears are not enough, and our sorrows are not enough. It is our silence that will echo throughout history. China has been under international scrutiny for sending Uyghurs...

A sign for the Iowa City Community School District is seen outside the district's administration building on Tuesday, April 28.

Opinion | Iowa City School districts should get decide when to reopen

Hannah Pinski, Opinions Columnist September 20, 2020

This past week, Iowa State Education Association and Iowa City Community School District's request for control of school reopenings was denied by Judge Mary Chichelle. Chichelle’s reasoning was that...

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Opinion | Change your perspective — literally

Signe Nettum, Opinions Columnist September 17, 2020

During the summer, I tried to keep my spirits up about having a normal junior year by purchasing items for my new dorm room. Wall decals, posters, new lights to hang — I went all out. As the months...

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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...