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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

The Daily Iowan

Solar panels are seen outside of the Johnson County Administration Building on April 23, 2018.

Opinion | Iowa needs to provide solar power

Shahab Khan, Opinion's Columnist October 3, 2021

One of the leading causes of climate change is how electricity is generated — by burning fossil fuels. To address the use of fossil fuels, scientists, activists, and economists have been advocating...

The Iowa marching band performs during halftime of a football game between Iowa and Kent State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 18, 2021. The Hawkeyes defeated the Golden Flashes with a score of 30-7. (Grace Smith/The Daily Iowan)

Opinion | The Hawkeye marching band deserves more recognition

Ally Pronina, Opinions Columnist September 30, 2021

The cheers for players on the field at Kinnick Stadium on game day overlook a huge part of Saturday football — the Hawkeye Marching Band. Considering all the hard work the musicians put into learning...

A crosswalk light is seen on Madison Street on Monday Sept. 30, 2019.

Opinion | The crosswalk lights at the intersection of Madison Street and Iowa Avenue needs to change

Signe Nettum, Opinions Contributor September 29, 2021

“Wait,” the automated voice from the crosswalk button declares. My friends laugh and repeatedly press the button until it says: “Burlington, walk sign is on to cross Burlington.” The crosswalk light...

Opinion | Gaps in literacy between Black and white students need to be addressed

Opinion | Gaps in literacy between Black and white students need to be addressed

Yassie Buchanan, Opinions Columnist September 29, 2021

Literacy continues to be a privilege that many Black and Brown students are not given the opportunity or resources to obtain. Schools have tried to address the achievement gap between their white...

The Old Capitol building is seen on March, 6, 2021.

Opinion | After Class Events ideal for late night activities

Elise Cagnard, Opinions Contributor September 28, 2021

Picture this: it’s a Friday night, you don’t have any plans, and the only option that seems viable is going to the bars. If not that, what else can you do besides sit in your room and feel an intense...

Democratic candidate for State Auditor Rob Sand speaks during the Progress Iowa Corn Feed in Bondurant Iowa on Sunday, September 16, 2018.

Opinion | Rob Sand is the candidate Iowa needs in 2022

Sophia Meador, Opinions Columnist September 28, 2021

Across Iowa, all eyes are on the election for governorship in 2022. Though Gov. Kim Reynolds currently holds high approval ratings in Iowa, her performance during the COVID-19 pandemic and other...

Hogs occupy pens at a confinement facility in Ayrshire, Iowa, in this file photo.

Opinion | Hog monopolies hurt farmers and consumers

Shahab Khan, Opinions Columnist September 27, 2021

For Iowans, hog farming previously conjured up images of pigs playfully rolling around in the mud while farmers and their families work from sunrise to sunset to tend to them. This image could...

Graphic by Kelsey Harrell

Ops Blog | Iowa deserves new representation in Congress

DI Opinions Staff September 27, 2021

Shahab Khan (Opinions Columnist) : So, Sen. Chuck Grassley decided to run for an 8th term. Yassie Buchanan(Opinions Columnist) : Wow, I’m surprised he still wants to run at 88 years old. Hannah...

The University of Iowa Marching Band’s old practice field is seen on Wednesday, Aug. 25, 2021.

Opinion | Green Spaces in Iowa City need to be protected

Luke Krchak, Opinions Columnist September 26, 2021

As Iowa City becomes more populous, it needs to protect its green spaces, these provide a public space where people can enjoy nature or participate in activities such as outdoor games or eating local...

The University Counseling Services office is seen in the Old Capital Mall on Monday, February 17, 2020.

Guest Opinion | The Doctor is in: Notice the red flags for suicide on campus

September 26, 2021

Talking about suicide and its impact is often taboo. However, its occurrence is all too common to go undiscussed. To prevent suicide and help people suffering with suicidal ideation, we need to better...

May 5, 2016; Doha, QATAR; General view of the downtown Doha skyline.

Opinion | The U.S. needs to do more to protect the Qatari workforce

Dylan Hood, Opinions Columnist September 26, 2021

In the two collective years I spent in Qatar — with two deployments in the Virginia and Iowa National Guards — I saw the horrific conditions the migrant workforce operates under. Qatar is host...

Coronavirus vaccine misinformation on social media

Opinion | We need to educated on identifying misinformation online

Peter Anders, Opinions Contributor September 23, 2021

During the week of Sept. 17, rapper and artist Nicki Minaj tweeted a rather bizarre and unusual statement claiming that her cousin’s friend suffered from swollen testicles and became impotent after...