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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

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Opinion | We will always lose the dating game

Morgan Brunner, Opinions Columnist April 29, 2025

Former relationships were built on meeting through families, friends, sending each other letters, showing up to each other’s front door with flowers, and letting your parents know you’ll have your...

Opinion | The importance of planet positivity

Opinion | The importance of planet positivity

Abigail Jones, Opinion Columnist April 28, 2025

Since the beginning of the Industrial Revolution, atmospheric carbon dioxide levels have increased by nearly 50 percent. Ocean acidity levels have increased by 30 percent. The combined ice mass of...

Opinion | Are all depictions of Native American mascots innately offensive? Let’s talk about it.

Opinion | Are all depictions of Native American mascots innately offensive? Let’s talk about it.

Cole Walker, Opinions Columnist April 23, 2025

I unequivocally condemn the use of insensitive or innately offensive imagery and language to promote academic institutions and athletic teams.  The use of inconsiderate images, costumes, and language...

Iowa City Council member Oliver Weilein speaking during the “Hands Off!” protest in downtown Iowa City on April 5, 2025. This was a part of a nationwide anti-Trump protest and over a thousand attendees showed up.

Opinion | If you can’t beat them, be them

Julia Anderson, Opinions Contributor April 22, 2025

The recent election of Iowa City City Council member Oliver Weilein is a massive win for progressives and represents a blueprint for a new approach to government — a progressive approach we should...

Opinion | It’s time to switch the media narrative

Opinion | It’s time to switch the media narrative

Morgan Brunner, Opinions Columnist April 22, 2025

If we want to see positive change, the world needs more positive narratives surrounding prevalent issues. Accusations and complaints will never change the status quo. Take climate change, for example....

Elon Musk shakes a wrestlers hand during finals of the NCAA Men's Wrestling Championship at Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, Pa., on Saturday, March. 22, 2025. The NCAA Championships ended with Penn States fourth consecutive victory at 177.0, Nebraska in second 117.0, Oklahoma State in third 102.5, and Iowa in fourth 81.0.

Opinion | Elon Musk and Grimes’ breakup is a microcosm for the political climate of romantic relationships

Haya Hussain, Opinions Contributor April 22, 2025

In 2021, Claire Boucher, or Grimes, made the entire internet cringe when she posed with the Communist Manifesto for a photoshoot. Satire or not, the experimental, alien-obsessed, gender-defying artist...

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Opinion | All internships should be paid for college students

Cole Walker, Opinions Columnist April 21, 2025

You wake up one morning in mid-February at the University of Iowa, and you realize you are only a few months away from officially becoming a senior. You begin to think about your future, and you...

Opinion | Jumpstart your day — and your health

Opinion | Jumpstart your day — and your health

Alex Graves, Opinions Columnist April 16, 2025

American health has been diminishing for several years, and it's time to make a change. Fast. Studies show life expectancy within North America has been declining as a result of many factors, but...

The U.S. Capitol Building is seen in Washington D.C. on April 7, 2025.

Opinion | College isn’t the only path to success

Morgan Brunner, Opinions Columnist April 15, 2025

College is a less practical decision than it used to be, and those who choose to abstain from higher education may be making the right choice. One reason is because of the rising price of higher...

The U.S. Capitol is seen in Washington, D.C. on April 7, 2025.

Opinion | Will the new ‘White House Faith Office’ close an age-old argument?

Julia Anderson, Opinions Contributor April 15, 2025

There has been a centuries-long debate in the U.S. about the position of faith in government and the line between church and state. Democratic values argue for representation for all, but reality has...

Opinion | Threats to mood stabilizers jeopardize mental health efforts

Opinion | Threats to mood stabilizers jeopardize mental health efforts

Abigail Jones, Opinions Contributor April 14, 2025

As of 2023, nearly 59.3 million adults in the U.S. received treatment or counseling for their mental health. one in five U.S. adults experiences mental illness each year, and one in 20 experiences...

Members of the Senate meet during the first day of the 2025 Iowa legislative session at the Iowa State Capitol in Des Moines on Monday, Jan. 13, 2025.

Opinion | Mascots are fun to laugh at. Keep it that way.

Aaron El-Kerdani, Opinions Columnist April 10, 2025

Sometimes, the best mascot is one people laugh at. The Iowa Senate has introduced a bill that would prohibit public schools from using mascots representing disabilities. Senate File 382 seeks to...