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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

The Hawkeye-Pentacrest Cambus picks up a student at the Pentacrest on August 30, 2021

Opinion | The increasing necessity of the Transit app

Peter Anders, Opinions Columnist July 10, 2022

As gas prices continue their historic rise across the globe, many people are turning to other means to get around to the places they need to go. From workers to regular denizens, people are turning...

Opinion | The hypocrisy of being both anti-abortion and pro-death penalty

Opinion | The hypocrisy of being both anti-abortion and pro-death penalty

Yasmina Sahir, Opinions Columnist July 10, 2022

It appears the “pro-life” community believes life is precious in all circumstances unless society deems you undesirable. Ties between those who consider themselves “pro-life” and pro-death...

University of Iowa students caucus at the Iowa Memorial Union on Monday, February 3, 2020.

Opinion | Stay first in the nation, Iowa

Luke Krchak, Opinions Columnist July 7, 2022

As a lifelong Iowan, I believe the state should remain first in the nation to caucus in presidential primaries. But, this belief goes beyond my affinity for the state. Iowa is a great representation...

Opinion | Climate change hurts agriculture worldwide

Opinion | Climate change hurts agriculture worldwide

Abby Gaugler, Opinions Columnist July 7, 2022

“America Needs Farmers.” This slogan has been heard by University of Iowa students since the 1980s. It was popularized by Hawkeye football coach Hayden Fry during the Iowa Farming Crisis, in...

Downtown Block Party attendees cheer for protesters during “Night of Rage,” an abortion-rights protest, in Iowa City on Saturday, June 25, 2022. The protest started at the Pentacrest with speakers, then, protesters marched through Iowa City.

Opinion | Showing up is important to activism

Yasmina Sahir, Opinions Columnist July 5, 2022

Two days of protesting and marches were planned and executed in Iowa City following recent Supreme Court decisions, most notably the overturn of Roe v. Wade.  The actions garnered local support...

The United States Supreme Court Building is seen on Sunday, April 3, 2022.

Opinion | Originalism is a political movement disguised as judicial philosophy

Shahab Khan, Opinions Columnist July 3, 2022

The recent term of the Supreme Court has brought upon big wins for reactionaries in support of forced birth. The decision of Dobbs v. Jackson has been justified under originalism, a theory of jurisprudence...

Letter to the Editor | Local clergy address overturn of Roe v. Wade

Letter to the Editor | Local clergy address overturn of Roe v. Wade

Iowa City clergy members July 2, 2022

On June 24, 2022, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that a person’s right to choose an abortion and maintain bodily autonomy is not a protected right under the U.S. Constitution. As a group of local clergy...

Opinion | We need preparation for future viruses

Opinion | We need preparation for future viruses

Peter Anders, Opinions Columnist June 30, 2022

The COVID-19 pandemic has proven to be eye-opening to say the least. As we seem to come to a realization that COVID-19 will be with us forever and we will have to find new ways to deal with new...

The United States Supreme Court Building is seen on Sunday, April 3, 2022.

Opinion | Religious rulings have no place in law

Abby Gaugler, Opinions Columnist June 30, 2022

Last Friday, the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade — an umbrella case that gave people the right to get an abortion. Many people’s view on abortion rights come from a place of religious beliefs,...

Opinion | School safety is an international concern

Opinion | School safety is an international concern

Yasmina Sahir, Opinions Columnist June 28, 2022

Following the recent school shooting in Uvalde, Texas, local students have been vocalizing their support for safety in schools for the sake of protecting the lives of youth in the U.S. While this...

Gas prices are displayed at a gas station in Iowa City on Monday, June 27, 2022.

Opinion | Gas prices explained

Shahab Khan, Opinions Columnist June 28, 2022

Contrary to what Republicans and certain progressive politicians would have voters believe, President Joe Biden does not have a dial on his desk that he can turn to lower gas prices. Truth be told,...

Opinion | Affordable housing requires national funding

Opinion | Affordable housing requires national funding

Luke Krchak, Opinions Columnist June 26, 2022

For some, housing is a simple given in their everyday life. But for others, it is not the case. The demand for adequate affordable housing is a major problem across the country as the supply runs...