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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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Letter to the Editor | We need First Amendment training

February 23, 2022

Recently, *The Daily Iowan* sat down with University of Iowa President Barbara Wilson to discuss, among other things, her thoughts on the new mandatory Freedom of Speech training on campus. Wilson...

Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks, R-Iowa, speaks during a press conference at Dahl Old Car Home in Davenport on Wednesday, Nov. 10, 2021. Bettendorf business owner Kyle Kuehl will challenge Miller-Meeks in the 1st Congressional District for the Republican nomination in the upcoming 2022 election.

Letter to the Editor | Miller-Meeks stirs division

February 9, 2022

It was a revelation to me when I heard Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks made a definitive statement on the House floor that COVID-19 leaked from a Wuhan lab. From what I’ve read, no one knows the genesis...

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.

Letter to the Editor | Reynolds and Iowa Republican’s tax policy hurts Iowans

February 7, 2022

Iowans are hardworking people who take pride in their jobs. But fewer Iowans are working today than when Gov. Kim Reynolds took office. There aren't enough workers to keep schools, hospitals, and small...

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Letter to the Editor | It’s time to mask up

January 19, 2022

Dear UI community, Wear a mask.  Please. -Diane Bedell, Iowa City resident and University of Iowa employee

Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds waves to attendees and legislative members during the conclusion of 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.

Letter to the Editor | Iowa Republicans to blame for workforce crisis and rural decline

January 19, 2022

Iowa’s workforce crisis and rural decline can be traced to irresponsible Republican tax and economic policies year after year. Their actions bring to life the words of their puppet master Grover...

Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks, R-Iowa, speaks during a press conference at Dahl Old Car Home in Davenport on Wednesday, Nov. 10, 2021. Bettendorf business owner Kyle Kuehl will challenge Miller-Meeks in the 1st Congressional District for the Republican nomination in the upcoming 2022 election.

Letter to the Editor | Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks didn’t support the military

January 17, 2022

Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks should be consistent about where she stands on support for the military. On Jan. 12, she voted against expanding eligibility for educational benefits to our National Guard...

Letter to the Editor | Sen. Joe Bolkcom thanks Iowa City and Johnson County for support

Letter to the Editor | Sen. Joe Bolkcom thanks Iowa City and Johnson County for support

November 4, 2021

I will not seek re-election to the Iowa Senate in 2022. I am deeply grateful for the trust, guidance and strong support I have received from the people of Iowa City and Johnson County. It’s been...

Letter to the Editor | Megan Alter is the female leadership Iowa City needs

Letter to the Editor | Megan Alter is the female leadership Iowa City needs

October 28, 2021

Megan Alter is what female leadership in our community looks like, and Iowa City needs female leaders. I am so excited for Megan’s bid to run for Iowa City City Council. I have had the distinct honor...

United Auto Workers picket outside of John Deere Des October 14, 2021: Moines Works in Ankeny, Iowa. The Deere workers' strike began at midnight.

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Letter to the Editor | COGS fully supports the actions carried out by the United Auto Workers

October 27, 2021

We, the members of UE Local 896 / COGS, graduate workers at the University of Iowa, are in solidarity with the brave and necessary actions being carried out by United Auto Workers Locals on strike...

Letter to the Editor | Megan Alter deserves a vote for Iowa City City Council

Letter to the Editor | Megan Alter deserves a vote for Iowa City City Council

October 26, 2021

As the 2021 Iowa City City Council election draws closer, I look forward to casting my vote for Megan Alter. I served with her on the Housing and Community Development Commission for two years and...

Letter to the Editor | Megan Alter and Bruce Teague uphold up values of the Democratic Party

Letter to the Editor | Megan Alter and Bruce Teague uphold up values of the Democratic Party

October 26, 2021

We, the undersigned Johnson County Democrats, are personally endorsing Megan Alter and Bruce Teague in the contested race for the two Iowa City Council at-large seats. Despite the fact that the...

Letter to the Editor | Jason Glass is the right choice for Iowa City City Council

Letter to the Editor | Jason Glass is the right choice for Iowa City City Council

October 24, 2021

On or before Nov. 2, we will have the opportunity to vote for Iowa City City Council candidates. Before you go to the polls, we ask you to consider whether our community is best served by seven council...