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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

Mixed news for the UI’s national standing

Mixed news for the UI’s national standing

September 16, 2015

According to a new release of college and university rankings, the University of Iowa has tumbled in three distinguishing categories: schools for veterans, public universities, and overall ranking. U.S....

Donald Trump warns a reporter of his cameras proximity to the ceiling of the inside of his plane at DSM international airport on Wednesday, April 8, 2015. Trump arguably regretted his decision to invite members of the media on his plane after a tripod fell onto a table, causing the real estate mogul a bit of distress. (The Daily Iowan/Sergio Flores)

Hateful people have found a rallying point in Trump

September 16, 2015

Hannah Soyer [email protected] This past weekend, protesters against Donald Trump held signs at a tailgate for the Iowa/Iowa State game in Ames, where Trump was visiting. One of these protesters,...

Letters to the editor

Letters to the editor

September 16, 2015

Voice concerns about Harreld’s appointment      I want to thank Daily Iowan columnist writer Hannah Soyer for her column “Harreld backlash shows no signs of stopping.” The governor and state...

We’re still miles from a two-state solution

We’re still miles from a two-state solution

September 15, 2015

Last week, the U.N. General Assembly voted in favor of flying a Palestinian flag in front of U.N. buildings. The motion passed with 119 votes, the United States and Israel two of the only eight countries...

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Sweeping police brutality under the rug with settlements

September 15, 2015

By Marcus Brown [email protected] In a case of tragic mistaken identity, retired professional tennis player James Blake was brutally arrested by plainclothes NYPD Officer James Frascatore on Sept....

Taking a stand

Taking a stand

September 15, 2015

Samuel Studer [email protected] Have you ever heard of Nicole Arbour? You’re not alone; neither have I. Though Arbour is a YouTube celebrity, many had not heard of her until her video on “fat...

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Oath-keepers, the new American terrorists

September 15, 2015

By Jacob Prall [email protected] America is threatened. Heavily armed militants, ready to shoot U.S. federal and state officials in the name of their religion, are on our soil. What’s crazy is...

We can take in more refugees

We can take in more refugees

September 14, 2015

As the Syrian refugee crisis unfolds, it has become increasingly clear that the U.S. needs to take a more active and vigilant role in resettlement. The four-year civil war has displaced more than 2 million...

No tolerance for ‘troll’ threats

No tolerance for ‘troll’ threats

September 14, 2015

Christopher Cervantes [email protected] There are certain things that seem to strike a heavy chord with a majority of the public. For example, any crime or violent act done to a child is seen...

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Understanding political polls

September 14, 2015

Jace Brady [email protected] Last week, you likely heard on the news that Bernie Sanders pulled ahead of Hillary Clinton in a new poll. The poll people refer to comes from the reputable Quinnipiac,...

Board of Regents members gather in the IMU Main Lounge on Wed. March 11, 2015. The State of Iowa Board of Regents meet to discuss the future of universities in Iowa. (The Daily Iowan/Courtney Hawkins)

Sarah Palin as a regent

September 14, 2015

Beau Elliot [email protected] More from the Department of Geography (which no longer exists at the UI, which is why it’s so hard to find) recurring seminar “Where in the World is Iowa City?”: Apparently,...

Working to live, not living to work

Working to live, not living to work

September 14, 2015

On Labor Day, President Obama signed into action an executive order that would allow up to seven days of sick paid leave for federal contractors and subcontractors. This executive order bolsters the president’s...