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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

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Candace Owens speaks at the Student Action Summit hosted by Tuning Point USA in West Palm Beach, Florida on Dec. 19, 2018.

Neal: Candace Owens’ BLEXIT is manipulating black America

Noah Neal, Opinions Columnist February 19, 2019

Turning Point USA Communications Director Candace Owens launched a movement in October 2018 that she named BLEXIT, which is short for “black exit” and works toward the “liberation” of black America...

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Helton: Armbands and outrage: Tinker v. Des Moines, 50 years later

Elijah Helton, Opinions Columnist February 19, 2019

If you’ve ever paid attention to the dumpster fire of the political internet, you know what conservatives think about college campuses. Charlie Kirk, the founder and president of Turning Point USA, can...

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Lotenschtein: Hawaii: Your misconceptions of the 50th state

Madison Lotenschtein, Arts Reporter February 18, 2019

I was born in Hawaii and lived there until I was 5 years old. I have visited numerous times as my father’s work demanded, and who wouldn’t want to tag along for the ride? The palm trees swayed and...

In education alone, K-12 spending on edtech devices and programs has grown from $7.2 billion in 1998 to a projected $21 billion in 2015, according to the U.S. Department of Education. (Chuck Berman/Chicago Tribune/TNS)

Newby: The increase in K-12 public school funding is exactly what Iowa needs

Taylor Newby, Opinions Columnist February 18, 2019

Early last week, the Iowa Senate approved a a 2.1 percent for general funding increase for Iowa’s K-12 public schools. The legislation funding package provides nearly $90 million for public schools...

Sen. Joni Ernst, R-Iowa, responds to questions from the crowd at a Town Hall meeting in the Iowa Memorial Union on Friday, Sept. 22, 2017.

Neal: Women in Washington: Could empowerment lead to bipartisanship?

Madeleine Neal, Opinions Columnist February 18, 2019

With figures such as Amy Klobuchar, Elizabeth Warren, Kamala Harris, Tulsi Gabbard, and Kirsten Gillibrand in the running for the presidency, I wouldn’t be surprised if we saw some glass ceilings shattering...

The Iowa City Community School District sign is seen on Nov. 5, 2018

Nadler: School District considers full-time preschool programs

Zohar Nadler, Opinions Columnist February 17, 2019

Officials recently announced that the Iowa City School District  is considering adding three full-time preschool programs to the district because 25 percent  of entering kindergarteners do not or cannot...

The Old Capitol building is seen in 2018.

Jaimes: It’s up to us to exercise our free-speech rights

Marina Jaimes, Opinions Editor February 17, 2019

On Feb. 7, college students from all around Iowa traveled to Des Moines to advocate on behalf of free-speech legislation on college campuses. According to the proposed bill, “The institution must strive...

Your CBD Store is seen on Saturday, February 3, 2018. A nationwide company, the Iowa City location opened its doors last month.

Brings Plenty: Hemp-based CBD oil should be legalized in Iowa

Maleaha Brings Plenty, Opinions Columnist February 17, 2019

My mother suffers from chronic ankle pain from an injury as well as psoriatic arthritis. She has tried several methods of pain relief, from physical therapy to over-the-counter pain medication. So far,...

The Jefferson Building on Washington Street is seen during Jazz Fest on Sunday, July 2.

Shaw: It’s time for a gender-inclusive Downtown Iowa City

Nichole Shaw, Opinions Columnist February 14, 2019

 Casual shopping downtown is highly accessible for college women, despite the higher prices some of the many boutiques have. However, for those who express themselves as men, or fall somewhere else along...

Cartoon: Earl's tea on: Love

Cartoon: Earl’s tea on: Love

Haley Triem, Cartoonist February 14, 2019