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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

Dave Chappelle performs at the Radio City Music Hall on Aug. 24, 2017 in New York City.

Opinion: Comedy isn’t dead; it’s just evolving

Peyton Downing, Columnist October 14, 2019

The release of Joker has prompted a lot of discussion on a variety of topics, most of it centering around the possibility of inspiring violence for whatever reason. But one discussion that is going under...

SANTA MONICA, CALIF. - JULY 11: The Forever 21 store at Santa Monica Place on Thursday, July 11, 2019 in Santa Monica, Calif.

Opinion: Fast fashion’s waste and pollution needs to be minimized

Mariana Garces, Columnist October 13, 2019

Forever 21 announced it filed for bankruptcy Sept. 29. The fast-fashion chain has 800 stores worldwide and made $4.4 billion in revenue at its peak, according to Business Insider. Now it is planning to...

Cartoon: Earl's Tea on Bulking

Cartoon: Earl’s Tea on Bulking

Haley Triem, Cartoonist October 13, 2019

Representative Tulsi Gabbard, D-HI, pauses during the L.G.B.T.Q. Presidential Forum at the Sinclair Auditorium in Cedar Rapids on Friday, September 20, 2019. Each candidate that participated was gave a three minute introduction, and answered questions for a total of ten minutes.

Opinion: 2020 presidential hopefuls need to focus more on education policy

Taylor Newby, Columnist October 13, 2019

Iowa isn’t the only destination for presidential candidates. Those bidding for the White House have crowded college campuses across the country, showing off their politics, policies, and promises across...

The Old Capital from the roof of UIHC in Iowa City, Iowa on March 25, 2019.

Opinion: Iowa needs to increase investment into mental health

Ally Pronina, Columnist October 10, 2019

Iowa has a mental-health crisis, and we must do more to solve it. According to the National Alliance on Mental Health, roughly 123,000 Iowans have a serious mental illness, and our state has about...

Newly presented cardboard dumpsters are seated behind the Three Towers apartment complex at 313 S. Gilbert St. on Sunday, Jan. 28, 2018. The Iowa City City Council passed a mandate in Nov. 2016 requiring all rental units of four tenants or more to provide recycling services. This resolution will be enforced by the end of 2018.

Opinion: How Iowa City can be more eco-conscious

Krystin Langer, Columnist October 10, 2019

With recent discussions regarding climate change, there is an ongoing conversation among Iowa City residents about the various ways to contribute and help combat these environmental issues and stay eco-friendly...

Student made paintings are shown inside the EPB on Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2015. Students from the art department moved these paintings to the EPB in attempt to make the building less bland.

Opinion: The English-Philosophy Building needs to be improved

Becca Bright, Columnist October 10, 2019

The habitat of the English and Creative Writing student at the University of Iowa can be marked by two buildings: the English-Philosophy Building, which stands beside the Iowa River and the Dey House,...

The Old Capitol building is seen in 2018.

Opinion: Being social while being alone can be worth the experience

Peyton Downing, Columnist October 9, 2019

Many feel hesitant to be alone. After all, humans are social creatures, and it can feel awkward to be out in public without a companion. In regard to social events, this is a hesitation that needs to be...

Voters fill out their ballots at a polling location in the Historic Dubuque Federal Building in Dubuque on Tuesday Nov. 6, 2018.

Opinion: Iowa voter-identification requirements should include student IDs

Kalen McCain, Columnist October 9, 2019

Amid our tumultuous political news, it’s often said that the only real way to fix things is to vote. It’s a simple, tangible solution to our complex, abstract issues in government. The only problem...

The outside of the UI Student Disability Services office is seen on Wednesday, June 5, 2019. The office is located in the basement of Burge Hall.

Opinion: Student Disability Services needs to be accessible to everyone

Ally Pronina, Columnist October 9, 2019

Hundreds of University of Iowa students live with disabilities. Many of them are registered with Student Disability Services. This is one of the most important resources for UI students. Whether it’s...

Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg speaks at the Iowa City Climate Strike in downtown Iowa City on Friday, Oct. 4, 2019.

Guest Opinion: Government should follow example of climate kids

October 8, 2019

Around 3,000 Iowans showed up in downtown Iowa City Oct. 4 and cheered wildly as 16-year-old Greta Thunberg of Sweden took to the stage. As a member of 100 Grannies for a Livable Future, which has been...