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Iowa Democratic gubernatorial candidate Deidre DeJear speaks at a town hall, hosted by the University Democrats at Iowa, at the Iowa Memorial Union on Monday, Sept. 26, 2022. DeJear spoke about education and health care access in Iowa, before fielding questions from the public.

Editorial Board | The DI Editorial Board endorses DeJear

November 6, 2022
Editorial | Daily Iowan Editorial Board endorses Fixmer-Oraiz

Editorial | Daily Iowan Editorial Board endorses Fixmer-Oraiz

October 25, 2022
Editorial Board | Iowa needs sanctuary cities

Editorial Board | Iowa needs sanctuary cities

October 9, 2022
Editorial | UI response to Muriello not good enough

Editorial | UI response to Muriello not good enough

September 20, 2022
Photo illustration of an individual recycling.

Editorial | Investing in a sustainable future

April 21, 2022
A conceptual image focused on the legal information of Marijuana using books and a gavel and weed leaf to illustrate this idea.

Editorial | Iowa loses when cannabis is criminalized

April 5, 2022
Editorial | Reynolds’ loyalty lies with the Republican Party

Editorial | Reynolds’ loyalty lies with the Republican Party

March 2, 2022
Photo illustration.

Editorial | Iowa Republicans’ free speech platform is hypocritical

February 15, 2022
A COVID-19 safety sign hangs on the door of the Adler Journalism Building in Iowa City on Thursday, Sept. 23, 2021.

Editorial | Our leaders won’t act. It’s up to us to protect each other from COVID-19

January 25, 2022
Madelaine Todd writes a pro-choice message on the sidewalk outside the Emma Goldman Clinic on Thursday, Sept. 9, 2021.

Editorial | We need access to safe abortions

December 14, 2021
United Auto Workers picket outside of John Deere Des October 14, 2021: Moines Works in Ankeny, Iowa. The Deere workers strike began at midnight. Ap Aptopix Deere Contract A Usa Ia

Editorial | Workers are taking their power back

November 2, 2021
Megan Alter poses for a portrait in the Daily Iowan conference room on Oct. 7.

Editorial | Daily Iowan Editorial Board endorses Megan Alter for City Council

October 12, 2021
University of Iowa President Barbara Wilson speaks during a groundbreaking ceremony at the North Liberty University of Iowa hospitals and clinics construction site on Thursday, Oct. 14, 2021. Many leaders attended this event including Wilson, Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds, Iowa City Mayor Bruce Teague, CEO of UIHC Suresh Gunasekaran, the Iowa Board of Regents, and more. The new facility is set to include procedure rooms, emergency care rooms, laboratories, outpatient clinics, a pharmacy, advanced diagnostic imaging and teaching/research space.

Editorial | Barbara Wilson is leading the UI in the right direction

October 17, 2021
Editorial | Don’t disband the Truth and Reconciliation Commission — let them get to work

Editorial | Don’t disband the Truth and Reconciliation Commission — let them get to work

October 3, 2021
Protesters hold their kids close outside the Iowa City Senior Center while pushing for pandemic relief Tuesday, Sept. 7, 2021.

Editorial | It’s time for an excluded workers fund

September 21, 2021
Aug 26, 2021; Dulles, VA, USA; Afghan refugees arrive at Dulles International Airport in Northern Virginia while en route to military facilities in the U.S.  Mandatory Credit: Jack Gruber-USA TODAY

Editorial | Afghan refugees deserve a home in Iowa

September 7, 2021
Editorial | Regents’ COVID-19 policy is failing to protect the community

Editorial | Regents’ COVID-19 policy is failing to protect the community

August 22, 2021
Editorial | To new beginnings, for all of us

Editorial | To new beginnings, for all of us

May 10, 2021
The new University of Iowa President Barbara Wilson speaks to reporters at a press conference in the Levitt Center for University Advancement on April 30, 2021. Wilson becomes the 22nd president for the University of Iowa and was previously the Executive Vice President and Vice President for Academic Affairs for the University of Illinois.

Editorial | Barbara Wilson brings promising vision to University of Iowa

May 2, 2021
Editorial | Who should be the next leader at the UI

Editorial | Who should be the next leader at the UI

April 25, 2021
Polling booths at the Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center in Iowa City on Tuesday, Nov. 03, 2020. Few voters came as the evening approached 7:00 PM.

Editorial | With new election changes, voters’ voices suppressed

March 28, 2021
Des Moines Register Reporter Andrea Sahouri learns shes been found not guilty at the conclusion of her trial, on Wednesday, March 10, 2021, at the Drake University Legal Clinic, in Des Moines, Iowa.

Editorial | Journalism isn’t a crime; we stand with Andrea Sahouri

March 14, 2021
A uniformed officer wears a face shield and holds a riot shield on Wednesday June 3, 2020 outside the Old Capitol building. Protesters chanted, Take off your riot gear; I dont see no riot here before leaving officers at the building and heading through downtown.

Editorial | Holistic model healing for campus

March 9, 2021
Gov. Kim Reynolds gives the State of the State address in the house chamber of the Iowa State Capitol on Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2021 in Des Moines. Gov. Reynolds highlighted in the address expansion of broadband internet, a push for in-person learning, and economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic.

Editorial | Iowa is a COVID-19 embarrassment

February 16, 2021
Jan 6, 2021; Washington, DC, USA; Trump rioters storm the U.S. Capitol Wednesday afternoon as lawmakers inside debated the certification of the presidential election. Mandatory Credit: Jerry Habraken-USA TODAY

Editorial | It’s everyone against fascism, and the fight isn’t over

January 7, 2021
From left to right: 2020 Democratic Presidential candidate Joe Biden (Megan Nagorzanski/The Daily Iowan), Iowa Democrat Theresa Greenfield (Jerry Mennenga/Zuma Press/TNS), and former Iowa State Senator Rita Hart (contributed)

The Daily Iowan Editorial Board endorses Biden, Greenfield, Hart to rebuild America

October 18, 2020
Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) speaks about lowering prescription drug prices during the Corridor Business Journal Health Care Summit at the Coralville Marriott Hotel and Conference Center on Feb. 14.

Editorial | Iowa needs a better ruling on Supreme Court vacancy

September 22, 2020
Editorial | The University of Iowa is not safe

Editorial | The University of Iowa is not safe

August 23, 2020
Editorial | Leaders: Don’t miss this moment

Editorial | Leaders: Don’t miss this moment

June 16, 2020
Editorial | No justice, no peace: Iowans must support the Black Lives Matter movement

Editorial | No justice, no peace: Iowans must support the Black Lives Matter movement

May 30, 2020
University of Iowa freshman Grace Aldrin speaks during Convocation on the Pentacrest on Sunday, August 25, 2019.

Editorial: Resiliency, unity connect University of Iowa Class of 2020 graduates

May 10, 2020
The Old Capitol is seen on Thursday, March 12, 2020.

Editorial: One-semester tuition freeze isn’t enough for Iowa students

May 5, 2020
Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds speaks during her first Condition of the State address in the Iowa State Capitol in Des Moines on Tuesday, Jan. 9, 2018. Reynolds took over the governor office in May of 2017.

Editorial: Reynolds should keep Iowa closed

April 28, 2020
The Old Capitol is seen on Thursday, March 12, 2020.

Editorial: Hawkeyes, stay home or help out

April 7, 2020
Editorial: Students feel effects of UI’s slow response to COVID-19

Editorial: Students feel effects of UI’s slow response to COVID-19

March 22, 2020
Editorial: All Hawkeyes need to prepare for coronavirus

Editorial: All Hawkeyes need to prepare for coronavirus

March 12, 2020
Editorial: Clearer communication needed from UI on coronavirus response

Editorial: Clearer communication needed from UI on coronavirus response

March 11, 2020
The Iowa State Capitol building is seen in Des Moines on April 9, 2019.

Editorial: Iowa Legislature threatens Iowa City renters in the name of property rights

March 2, 2020
Design by Katina Zentz

Editorial: Iowa House bill would exclude out-of-state students, hurt UI funding

February 26, 2020
An Iowa fan celebrates a turnover on downs during a football game between Iowa and Iowa State at Jack Trice Stadium in Ames on Saturday, September 14, 2019. The Hawkeyes retained the Cy-Hawk Trophy for the fifth consecutive year, downing the Cyclones, 18-17.

Editorial: Cy-Hawk return looks promising, safety still needed

February 17, 2020
Media members stand outside the press entrance for a rally for President Donald Trump at the Knapp Center on Thursday, January 30, 2020. Hundreds of individuals including supporters, protestors, and members of the press were left outside after the event reached maximum capacity.

Editorial: Trump campaign mishandles, mistreats the press in Des Moines

January 30, 2020
Sen. Joni Ernst, R-Iowa, talks about her personal struggles during the Iowa GOP Reception at Hughes Family Barn in Cedar Rapids on Friday, Oct. 18, 2019.

Editorial: We must continue fighting violence against women

December 12, 2019
UI President Bruce Harreld answers questions during an interview with The Daily Iowan in the Adler Journalism Building on Monday, Dec. 9, 2019.

Editorial: Climate action must be substantial, not nominal at University of Iowa

December 11, 2019
The Old Capital from the roof of UIHC in Iowa City, Iowa on March 25, 2019.

Editorial: UI pursuit of public/private partnership brings uncertainty

December 9, 2019
The Iowa State Capitol building is seen in Des Moines on April 9, 2019.

Editorial: Investing in regent universities helps Iowa thrive

November 20, 2019
City Council candidate Janice Weiner answers questions during an interview with The Daily Iowan in the Adler Journalism Building on Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019. Weiner is running against Megan Alter and Laura Bergus for two at-large city council seats.

Editorial: DI endorses Janice Weiner for Iowa City City Council

October 31, 2019
Voters wait to vote at the University of Iowa Library.

Editorial: Hawkeyes must vote in Iowa City City Council elections

October 22, 2019
U.S. President Donald J. Trump delivers remarks at the Values Voter Summit at the Omni Shoreham Hotel on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2019 in Washington, D.C.

Editorial: The free press is not the enemy of the people

October 14, 2019
A group of protestors hold signs in downtown Iowa City while waiting for Greta Thunberg to speak on Friday, October 4th, 2019. Greta Thunberg is speaking in Iowa City as part of a local strike against climate change.

Editorial: The University of Iowa must declare a climate emergency

October 6, 2019
Iowa State fans watch the action during a football game between Iowa and Iowa State at Jack Trice Stadium in Ames on Saturday, September 14, 2019. The Hawkeyes retained the Cy-Hawk Trophy for the fifth consecutive year, downing the Cyclones, 18-17.

Editorial: All Iowans must come together over Cy-Hawk disorder

September 23, 2019
The Iowa State Capitol building is seen in Des Moines on April 9, 2019.

Editorial: Iowa can’t abandon its students with budget cuts

September 17, 2019
Editorial: Dont politicize Mollie Tibbetts

Editorial: Don’t politicize Mollie Tibbetts

September 2, 2019
Currier Hall as seen from the UIHC Aircare helicoptor on March 20, 2019 in Iowa City, Iowa.

Editorial: UI needs ‘creative’ solution to housing more students

August 29, 2019
The Daily Iowan newsroom is seen on Feb. 26, 2019.

Editorial: The Fourth Estate keeps the UI community informed

August 25, 2019
Editorial: Our generation must choose the future we want to build

Editorial: Our generation must choose the future we want to build

July 23, 2019
Members of the UI community hold signs in protest on the Pentacrest on Wednesday, Nov. 29, 2017.

Editorial: Accountability lacking after regents fail to give students a fair deal

June 25, 2019
Montse Fuentes speaks during the provost forum on Thursday, February 7, 2019.

Editorial: New provost must commit fully to UI mission

March 5, 2019

Editorial: How inflation and rising wages moderate the economy

August 5, 2015

Editorial: Trump’s immigration fallacy

August 3, 2015

Editorial: Obama’s EPA plan transcends political allegiances

August 4, 2015

Editorial: De-humanizing immigrant children by detaining them

July 30, 2015

Editorial: Trump’s blinded gatekeeping

July 29, 2015

Editorial: Enacting global progress as a global leader

July 28, 2015

Editorial: IC ‘de-escalation techniques’ shortsighted

July 27, 2015

Editorial: Psychological consequences of U.S. penal system

July 23, 2015

Editorial: Problematic interim contract for the UI

July 22, 2015

Editorial: Fear-mongering in mass shootings

July 21, 2015

Editorial: Info breaches raise flags

July 20, 2015

Editorial: Ethics and torture in U.S. practices

July 15, 2015

Editorial: The Pope’s deconstruction of capitalism

July 14, 2015

Editorial: The first domino to fall

July 13, 2015

Editorial: To save EU, forgive Greek debts

July 9, 2015

Editorial: Gov’t transparency does not equal trust

July 8, 2015

Editorial: Clemency the beginning stages towards reform

July 7, 2015

Editorial: How should an international crime be understood?

July 6, 2015

Editorial: Columbia right on private prisons

July 2, 2015

Editorial: The hot-button socioeconomic term in Iowa City

July 1, 2015

Editorial: Clarence Thomas’s paradoxical dissent

June 30, 2015

Editorial: SCOTUS’ implications within the community it serves

June 29, 2015

Editorial: Better Jesuits, better world

June 25, 2015

Editorial: The price of national fear

June 23, 2015

Editorial: Father-son power in the federal government

June 22, 2015

Editorial: Fight for 15

June 18, 2015

Editorial: Equality needed for Israel, Hamas

June 17, 2015

Editorial: Dolezal’s betrayal of her "community"

June 16, 2015

Editorial: Stubborn Iowa loses straw poll

June 15, 2015

Editorial: Rejecting automated traffic cameras

May 15, 2015

Editorial: Keeping China in check

May 14, 2015

Editorial: Don’t delay on addressing poverty

May 13, 2015

Editorial: Switch to private Medicaid needs oversight

May 12, 2015

Editorial: Putin’s narrative about Ukraine unravels

May 11, 2015

Editorial: A blow against NSA surveillance

May 8, 2015

Editorial: Congress’s new symbolic budget

May 7, 2015

Editorial: A tipping point on racial discrimination

May 6, 2015

Editorial: We must defend freedom of expression

May 5, 2015

Editorial: More transparency needed on trade partnership

May 4, 2015

Editorial: Crisis in Nepal

May 1, 2015

Editorial: Imbalance on the Board of Regents

April 30, 2015

Editorial: Baltimore riots overshadow protest’s message

April 29, 2015

Editorial: Clear strategy needed in Syria

April 28, 2015
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