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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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Democratic presidential candidate Beto ORourke speaks at the home of John Murphy in Dubuque, Iowa on Sunday, March 16, 2019.

Helton: 20 Out of 20: Is Beto O’Rourke really the next Kennedy?

Elijah Helton, Opinions Columnist March 26, 2019

“He looks like a Kennedy” is a thing I’ve read and heard about Beto O’Rourke. “He drips of white male privilege” is another. So which is it? Is the former congressman from Texas the next charismatic...

The womens clothing boutique Azera is seen in the Old Capitol Mall.

Brings Plenty: The death of the American mall will affect our generation

Maleaha Brings Plenty, Opinions Columnist March 26, 2019

Over the weekend, I traveled with my parents to Knoxville, Tennessee, to go to a Hot Topic store at the Knoxville Center Mall that was having a closing sale. On our way, we figured that store was the only...

A bus stops at the Old Capitol Transit Center on Wednesday January 30, 2019.

Baller: College students continue to take on dangerous spring break options

Kasey Baller, Opinions Columnist March 25, 2019

Having a break in college is exciting for anyone, because it gives you time away from all of your activities and school work. Going to a warm place for spring break has long been exciting, but now a new...

Special counsel Robert Mueller walked past the White House on Sunday after attending St. Johns Episcopal Church for morning services. Mueller closed his long and contentious Russia investigation last week, delivering a report to Attorney General William Barr. On Sunday, Barr sent Congress a four-page summary of principal findings.

Column: Everyone needs to believe Robert Mueller

Marina Jaimes, Elijah Helton, and March 25, 2019

After nearly two years of waiting, the Mueller report is finally complete. There has been and continues to be plenty of speculation and punditry floating around Special Counsel Robert Mueller and his...

Supporters cheer as Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., speaks during a campaign rally at the Iowa Memorial Union on Friday, March 8, 2019. The rally was a part of Sen. Sanders first trip to Iowa since announcing his 2020 presidential bid.

Neal: Your Mind: Why you should speak it

Madeleine Neal, Opinions Columnist March 25, 2019

As a bona fide liberal snowflake and 22-year-old social-media-holic, it’s safe to say I’m not shy when it comes to voicing my opinion. I mean, look at the section I write for. Growing up I always...

Backpacks are displayed as part of the nationwide Send Silence Packing exhibit on Oct. 10, 2018. The exhibit aims to end the silence that surrounds mental illness and suicide and connect individuals to mental-health resources.

Shaw: UI suicide-prevention training is a step in the right direction

Nichole Shaw, Opinions Columnist March 24, 2019

Praiseworthy new initiatives to support mental health of students are in the works on campus. On March 12, the University of Iowa Student Government voted to support two new pieces of legislation supporting...

Pete Buttigieg listens to the testimony of an attendee during his visit to Airliner in Iowa City on March 4, 2019. Buttigieg, Mayor of South Bend, Indiana, has declared a presidential exploratory committee, joining a slew of democrats who may be running.

Helton: 20 Out of 20: Pete Buttigieg, the newest Democratic rockstar, is blazing his own path to the White House

Elijah Helton, Opinions Columnist March 24, 2019

During spring break, I knew I was going to write an installment for 20 Out of 20. I thought I’d finally cover Joe Biden, the former vice president and leader of virtually every Democratic primary poll...

U.S. Capitol Police arrested three men on July 30, 2018, in the Senate Ohio Clock Corridor, charging them with unlawful entry and impersonating Senate staff.

Zuniga: A defense of the Electoral College

Jordan Zuniga, Sports Reporter March 24, 2019

Over the past few weeks, the Democratic presidential hopefuls have tried to make their case for president to the American people. One of the ideas that several prominent Democratic candidates — such...

Guest Opinion: Screen time and student success

Guest Opinion: Screen time and student success

March 14, 2019

Last semester, I did a school project on how excessive screen time can affect students’ grades. Even though I’m most interested in the community-health benefits of being outdoors, I really enjoyed...

The skyline of Iowa City is seen.

Banerjee: Are Iowa City apartments safe?

Anna Banerjee, Opinions Columnist March 14, 2019

Malvina Reynolds’ song “Little Boxes” from 1962 goes, “Little boxes on the hillside / Little boxes made of ticky tacky / Little boxes on the hillside / Little boxes all the same.” I think...

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