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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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Former New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg, founder of Everytown for Gun Safety.

Opinion: 20 Out of 20: Michael Bloomberg thinks he’s the right billionaire for president

Elijah Helton, Opinions Editor November 11, 2019

When I started the 20 Out of 20 series, I made a list of potential 2020 presidential candidates. This was back in 2017 when it was trendy to write about Presidents Mark Zuckerberg and Al Franken (two speculations...

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

Opinion: Graduation is stressful, but not hopeless with UI resources

Taylor Newby, Columnist November 11, 2019

The anticipated end of each semester is overwhelming. There are final projects, writing assignments the size of small novels, disorganized group work, presentations that feel more important than the class,...

Willem Dafoe and Robert Pattinson in "The Lighthouse." (Eric Chakeen/A24/TNS)

Opinion: ‘The Lighthouse’ illuminates the complex landscape of film critique

Emily Creery, Columnist November 10, 2019

Maybe it’s the stress of my final year in undergraduate study, or maybe it’s because I stayed up late the night before eating three large fries and binging the Hallmark Channel. Either way, it was...

Opinion: Twitter beats Facebook on political advertising, but work is still needed

Opinion: Twitter beats Facebook on political advertising, but work is still needed

Peyton Downing, Columnist November 10, 2019

Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey announced Oct. 30 that Twitter would terminate all political advertising on the site. Coming off the heels of Mark Zuckerberg stating that Facebook would not fact check any political...

U.S. President Donald Trump gives pauses to answer a reporterss question about a whistleblower as he leaves the Oval Office after hosting the ceremonial swearing in of Labor Secretary Eugene Scalia at the White House September 30, 2019 in Washington, DC. (Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images/TNS)

Opinion: Environmental policy is moving backward

Elijah Helton, Opinions Editor November 7, 2019

It’s been a bad-news week for the environment. The attack on the Clean Water Act continued in the Supreme Court. California is definitely still on fire (and it’s definitely because of climate change)....

The Java House is seen on August 30, 2019.

Opinion: I tasted every pumpkin-spice drink in Iowa City. Here’s what I learned.

Emily Wangen, Photojournalist November 7, 2019

Despite coffee chains such as Dunkin’ and Starbucks releasing their winter and holiday drinks, which include gingerbread, praline, and peppermint flavors and the increasingly popular eggnog latte, I...

Former Texas Rep. Beto ORourke addresses supporters after dropping his bid for the democratic nomination during the 2019 Liberty and Justice Celebration at the Wells Fargo Arena in Des Moines on Friday, November 1, 2019.

Opinion: As a Texan, I’m thankful O’Rourke dropped out

Becca Bright, Columnist November 6, 2019

I met then-Rep. Beto O’Rourke, D-Texas, in the summer of 2018. It was three months before the midterm election. He was running against incumbent Sen. Ted Cruz. It was weeks before he would become a viral...

U.S. President-elect Donald J. Trump and Musician Kanye West pose for photographers in the lobby of Trump Tower on Dec. 13, 2016 in Manhattan, New York. (Photo by John Taggart/Sipa USA/TNS)

Opinion: New Kanye album encapsulates all of West’s flaws

Krystin Langer, Columnist November 6, 2019

After several missed deadlines and two name changes, Kanye West has finally released his much anticipated album. Jesus Is King is West’s ninth studio album and his first, and hopefully last, gospel album. West...

The University of Iowa University Counseling Service is seen on October 17, 2019.  (Raquele Decker/The Daily Iowan)

Opinion: What you need to know to navigate seasonal depression

Taylor Newby, Columnist November 5, 2019

Seasonal depression is more than just the winter blues, and it’s important that people who navigate it during these fall and winter months make strides in taking care of themselves. Seasonal depression,...

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President Barack Obama discusses energy plans during his visit to Newton, Iowa at the Trinity Structural Towers on April 22, 2009.  The warehouse was once occupied by Maytag before it closed in 2006 and then was bought by Whirlpool

Opinion: Even Obama isn’t for political correctness

Jason O'Day, Columnist November 5, 2019

During a speaking engagement with his foundation in Chicago last week, President Obama denounced wokeness and cancel culture. “You know, this idea of purity and you’re never compromised and you’re...

Turning Point USA Founder Charlie Kirk speaks to an audience during his “Culture War” tour at the Iowa Memorial Union on Wednesday, October 23, 2019.

Opinion: Honest discussion and debate needs to replace political grifting

Peyton Downing, Columnist November 4, 2019

Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk visited the University of Iowa Oct. 23 on his “Culture War Tour,” in which he talked about how he believes society is failing the younger generation. While it’s...

Opinion: Curing disabilities is too complicated currently

Opinion: Curing disabilities is too complicated currently

Ally Pronina, Columnist November 4, 2019

Throughout history, scientists have made many breakthroughs. One currently controversial one is curing genetic diseases. Are the potential risks worth the benefits? Is it a question of accepting people...

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