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The Daily Iowan
The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan
Caden Bell

Caden Bell, Opinions Columnist

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Caden Bell is a fourth-year transfer student at The University of Iowa majoring in Ethics and Public Policy. This is his second year at The Daily Iowan.

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Houses are seen on Walnut St. in Iowa City on Monday, March 28, 2022.

Opinion | A look at housing in the US

Caden Bell, Opinions Columnist
December 17, 2024
Opinion | Gaza is still important after the election

Opinion | Gaza is still important after the election

Caden Bell, Opinions Columnist
December 10, 2024
Power lines lead away from the former Duane Arnold Energy Center nuclear power plant off of Palo Marsh Road, Friday, Feb. 24, 2023, in Linn County, Iowa. 230224 Palo Solar 004 Jpg

Opinion | A call to reopen the Duane Arnold Energy Center

Caden Bell, Opinions Columnist
November 21, 2024
Opinion | When should Christmas decorations be put up?

Opinion | When should Christmas decorations be put up?

Caden Bell, Opinions Columnist
November 20, 2024
Opinion | We need to federally protect IVF

Opinion | We need to federally protect IVF

Caden Bell, Opinions Columnist
November 19, 2024
Opinion | Iowa should follow Utah’s lead in becoming a no-kill state, but achieving this will require reflection on what it takes

Opinion | Iowa should follow Utah’s lead in becoming a no-kill state, but achieving this will require reflection on what it takes

Caden Bell, Opinions Columnist
November 12, 2024
Opinion | A look at land acknowledgments

Opinion | A look at land acknowledgments

Caden Bell, Opinions Columnist
November 7, 2024
(left) Former President Donald Trump speaks during his caucus night watch party at the Iowa Events Center in Des Moines on Monday, Jan. 15, 2024. (right) Senator Kamala Harris, D-CA, addresses supporters at Backpocket Brewery on Thursday, September 19, 2019.

Opinion | It is clear who the undecided voter should vote for

Caden Bell, Opinions Columnist
November 4, 2024
The Black Angel is seen in Oakland Cemetary in Iowa City on Oct. 1. The angel has been at the cemetary since 1913.

Opinion | The Black Angel serves as a reminder of local culture

Caden Bell, Opinions Columnist
October 31, 2024
Zipcar’s that are available on Monday, Aug. 30, 2021. Cars that are available can be found at the Zipcar parking spaces which are located at 200 S. Linn Street.

Opinion | Zipcar should return to Iowa

Caden Bell, Opinions Columnist
October 24, 2024
Photo Illustration by Cody Blissett

Opinion | “Will and Harper” shows us we’re more alike than different.

Caden Bell, Opinions Columnist
October 10, 2024
Fans high-five players after a football game between Iowa and Minnesota at Huntington Bank Stadium in Minneapolis on Sept. 21. The Hawkeyes defeated the Golden Gophers 31-14, taking back the Floyd of Rosedale Trophy.

Opinion | Iowa fans should attend more away games

Caden Bell, Opinions Columnist
October 8, 2024
Oct. 10, 2007: Former United States President Jimmy Carter signs copies of his new book at the Costco store off Gate Parkway.

Opinion | Jimmy Carter’s legacy is overlooked

Caden Bell, Opinions Columnist
October 6, 2024
The new largest Buc-ee’s travel center opens to the public in Luling, Texas on Monday, June 10, 2024. The new store is 75,000 square feet and will have 120 fueling positions. The store will replace the city's current Buc-ee's location.

Opinion | Iowa needs a Buc-ee’s on I-80

Caden Bell, Opinions Columnist
September 26, 2024
Republican Vice Presidential nominee JD Vance (R-Ohio) delivers remarks on Sept. 5, 2024 at Arizona Biltmore in Phoenix.

Opinion | JD Vance is the worst vice president pick in decades

Caden Bell, Opinions Columnist
September 18, 2024
Trucks parked in the ship dock at the new Maryville Amazon facility on Thursday Oct. 5, 2023.

Opinion | Big Tech has gone from big to colossal. These companies need restructuring.

Caden Bell, Opinions Columnist
September 11, 2024
A Portillo's original hotdog is seen on March 8, 2021.

Opinion | A Portillo’s in Iowa City could bring a taste of Chicago

Caden Bell, Opinions Columnist
September 5, 2024
Micky’s Irish Pub in Iowa City is seen on Nov. 5, 2020.

Opinion | Dubuque Street reconstruction gives way to new possibilities

Caden Bell, Opinions Columnist
September 1, 2024
Mother holding her baby indoors

Opinion | Iowa should follow other states in mandating paid maternity leave

Caden Bell, Opinions Columnist
April 21, 2024
Chick-fil-a along College Road Jan. 24, 2024 in WIlmington, N.C. It's located in Monkey Junction, which got its name after a former service station and grocery store popular for having monkeys that entertained customers. KEN BLEVINS/STARNEWS Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers opens in Burlington Township on Jan. 17.

Point/Counterpoint | Battling for the best chicken in Iowa City

Evan Weidl and Caden Bell
April 16, 2024
Opinion | Iowans can’t let the state fund the killing of raccoons

Opinion | Iowans can’t let the state fund the killing of raccoons

Caden Bell, Opinions Columnist
April 8, 2024
Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds talks with supporters after the 2023 Thanksgiving Family Forum hosted by The FAMiLY Leader, an organization dedicated to advancing the role of religious values in government, at the Marriott hotel in downtown Des Moines on Friday, Nov. 17, 2023. Ramaswamy sat with his son, who ran onto the stage earlier in the event. The event began at 3:30 p.m. with a round table discussion, and was followed by meet-and-greet events with each of the candidates, which included Vivek Ramaswamy, Ron DeSantis, and Nikki Haley.

Opinion | Kim Reynolds and other Republicans are using the border to keep enforcing the culture war

Caden Bell, Opinions Columnist
March 26, 2024
The American flag flies above the Old Capitol Building on Thursday, January, 24, 2019. The semester theme of "The American Dream" celebrates the diversity and perseverance of the American people.

Opinion | Iowa should not force students to sing the national anthem

Caden Bell, Opinions Columnist
February 14, 2024
Opinion | We should follow the Amtrak way by creating a state-run airline

Opinion | We should follow the Amtrak way by creating a state-run airline

Caden Bell, Opinions Columnist
February 8, 2024
A server reaches for a drink during a pep rally ahead of the 2024 Cheez-It Citrus Bowl with Iowa and Tennessee fans at Pointe Orlando in Florida on Sunday, Dec. 31, 2023. Both the Hawkeyes and Volunteers hosted spirit squads, marching bands, mascots, and more during the two hours of cheering and sunshine.

Opinion | The drinking age was once 19, and we should go back.

Caden Bell, Opinions Columnist
January 16, 2024
Attendees observe fireworks shoot off after the 2022 Iowa City Jazz Festival on Saturday, July 2, 2022. Thousands of people piled onto the Pentacrest lawn to observe the show.

Opinion | Iowa should once again ban the sale of fireworks to individuals

Caden Bell, Opinions Columnist
November 14, 2023
The Iowa City Council holds a meeting in Iowa City on Tuesday, Aug. 15, 2023.

Opinion | Local politics are wrongly overlooked

Caden Bell, Opinions Columnist
October 26, 2023
The U.S. Capitol is seen on Tuesday, March 28, 2023.

Opinion | America should switch to proportional representation

Caden Bell, Opinions Columnist
October 17, 2023
Fans react to play action during a football game between No. 24 Iowa and No. 7 Penn State at Beaver Stadium in State College, Pa., on Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023. The Nittany Lions defeated the Hawkeyes, 31-0. This is Iowa's first loss of the season making their record 3-1.

Opinion | European soccer fans showed us how we can save college football

Caden Bell, Opinions Columnist
October 3, 2023
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