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Obama--Barack (President of the United States)

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1 The red wave in Iowa
Hill--Drew (Student--2021)
Northern Iowan 119:24, p.03
11/17/2022 Drew Hill writes an opinion piece on the recent midterm election results which he believes confirms that Iowa is most likely moving away from being a swing state to becoming a solid Republican state; photo.
2 Start paying attention to the national debt crisis
Horning--Colin (Class of 2022)
Northern Iowan 117:37, p.03
3/1/2021 In the author's opinion, the U.S. government's every-growing federal deficit is something that should concern citizens and could have consequences for the nation; photo.
3 The Liberal left has not won
Rawwas--Mohammed (Class of 2021)
Northern Iowan 117:28, p.03
1/28/2021 Rawwas discusses liberal politics after the election of President Joe Biden and the storming of the Capitol.
4 Rawwas: Stop making heroes out of political leaders
Rawwas--Mohammed (Class of 2021)
Northern Iowan 117:10, p.03
9/21/2020 Mohammed Rawwas argues that political figures shouldn't be idolized.
5 Biden: a return to the Obama presidency
Rawwas--Mohammed (Class of 2021)
Northern Iowan 116:43, p.03
3/12/2020 In the author's opinion, Joe Biden is a poor presidential candidate who lacks a coherent leftist policy, instead seeking to build on Obama's policies, which the Obama presidency actually failed to fulfill during his presidential years; photo.
6 Friesen: Oscars were predictable
Friesen--Hunter (Class of 2022)
Northern Iowan 116:35, p.04
2/13/2020 Friesen reviews the 92nd Academy Awards and concludes that "Parasite" made history, Bong Joon-ho had the biggest night, the show itself wasn't very good, it was a pretty predictable night, and history was made on all fronts; photo.
7 National debt is actually good
Rawwas--Mohammed (Class of 2021)
Northern Iowan 116:33, p.03
2/6/2020 In the author's opinion, worrying about the national deficit is damaging to political discourse and material reality. Rawwas explains misunderstandings about federal budget and the deficit, and how foreign nations like China holding some debt is good because they have a vested interest in the US's economic prosperity. Rawwas continues to argue that policies are inherently good or bad, not due to their cost, and that politicians should be less concerned with debt and focus on the working class regardless of "cost"; photo.
8 Candidate Julian Castro visits UNI
Kelsey--Elizabeth (Class of 2021)
Northern Iowan 116:17, p.01
10/28/2019 Democratic presidential candidate Julian Castro visited UNI on October 24 in the College Eye Room of Maucker Union. More than 30 attended the event; photos.
9 Language leaves room for ambiguity
Wiggins--Kevin (Student--2019)
Northern Iowan 116:14, p.03
10/17/2019 Wiggins analyzes words presidential candidates use throughout their campaign, particularly inconsistences in the meanings of "our vales" and "freedom." In the author's opinion, there are many different meanings for those words, and meaning can also vary person to person; photo.
10 What can presidents be investigated for?
Stekl--Caleb (Student--2017)
Northern Iowan 115:46, p.03
4/4/2019 In the wake of the Mueller investigation, Stekl discusses the scandals and faults of the Trump and Obama administrations, but argues that America's biggest crime is sham democracy, capitalism, and imperialism and that all citizens are implicated in it; photo.
11 Military strike on Syria was the right call
Dausener--Josua (Student--2017)
Northern Iowan 114:53, p.03
4/23/2018 The author argues that the joint military strike by the US, Britain and France on Syria was the right call, but the US should be allowing more refugees into the country.
12 Support and dissent at rally
Olsasky--Clinton (Student--2015), Fisher--Nicholas Allen (Student--2014), Frasher--Iris (Student--2013)
Northern Iowan 112:28, p.01
1/14/2016 2016 presidential candidate Donald Trump draws crows of both support and protest at a rally in the West Gym; photos.
13 Let's give Obama the recognition he deserves
Cosgrove--Thaddeus Riley (Student--2013)
Northern Iowan 111:48, p.3
4/9/2015 Riley Cosgrove shares his feelings about President Obama; photo.
14 Ernst misses the purpose at SOTU
Cosgrove--Thaddeus Riley (Student--2013)
Northern Iowan 111:30, p.3
1/26/2015 Student Riley Cosgrove expresses his concerns with Joni Erst's attitude and goal at the official GOP rebuttal to Obama's State of the Union; photo.
15 Broadband brings Obama
Rouse--Amber Marie (Student--2013)
Northern Iowan 111:28, p.1
1/15/2015 President Barack Obama came to Cedar Falls to speak about the importance of competition within the internet service providing market; photo.
16 Celebrating a victory for all americans
Kautzer--Jessica
Northern Iowan 111:22, p.3
11/13/2014 Jessica Kautzer talks about diversity in the United States Government, and how we all should be proud of where we stand.
17 Decriminalization of weed affects racial justice
Nelson--Nehemiah (Student--2014)
Northern Iowan 110:52, p.3
4/24/2014 Says that people of minorities or lower class status are the targets of marijuana enforcement laws.
18 UNI faculty face gender pay gap
Rouse--Amber Marie (Student--2013)
Northern Iowan 110:52, p.1
4/24/2014 Female faculty at UNI make about $10,000 less than their male counterparts. The administration monitors the gender gap, reviews pay, and makes adjustments as needed.
19 Welcoming immigrants as citizens
Noble--Cassidy
Northern Iowan 110:52, p.1
4/21/2014 UNI hosted its fourth naturalization ceremony, welcoming immigrants as citizens of the United States. The naturalization process takes 9-12 months. Participants in the ceremony were eager to become citizens; photo.
20 An inquiry into the cult of innovation
Daniel--Christopher (Student--2013)
Northern Iowan 110:47, p.4
4/3/2014 Explores the meaning behind the word innovation and how innovation is important to the world today.
21 Obama, Putin, and Ukraine
Daniel--Christopher (Student--2013)
Northern Iowan 110:44, p.3
3/13/2014 Speaks about the conflict in Ukraine, along with the response of Russia and the United States.
22 New rules enhance pot industry
Noble--Cassidy
Northern Iowan 110:40, p.2
2/27/2014 The legalization of marijuana has had a great impact on Colorado's tax revenue. It is still unclear what the future of medical marijuana might look like in Iowa. A bill for legalization was brought to the Iowa Senate a week ago.
23 Obama misplaces focus of students
Daniel--Christopher (Student--2013)
Northern Iowan 110:37, p.3
2/17/2014 Says President Obama wants to curtail liberal arts education. Instead, focus should be on vocational-technical education. Says that Obama is telling the working class and the uneducated to learn to be happy with their place in society.
24 Who are you politically?
Venuto--Kayla Jewel (Student--2012)
Northern Iowan 110:24, p.4
11/19/2013 The author expresses her dissatisfaction with the United States government and President Obama. She feels that government spending is out of hand and that the government needs to take action.
25 Madsen and Findley reflect on semester
Campbell--Colby David (Student--2012)
Northern Iowan 110:23, p.1
11/15/2013 Northern Iowa Student Government President Tom Madsen and Vice President Blake Findley reflect on their first semester in office; photo.
26 Obamacare could affect student hours
Gibbs--Hannah Marie (Student--2013)
Northern Iowan 110:22, p.1
11/12/2013 Due to the Affordable Care Act, UNI is looking into limiting student employee hours to twenty hours a week. This will help the university to reign in insurance fees once the Affordable Care Act has been implemented.
27 Redefining the word 'patriot'
Cooling--Corey C. (Student--2013)
Northern Iowan 110:17, p.3
10/25/2013 Says what it means to be patriotic has changed over the years. Says that being patriotic should not mean that you are a beer guzzling, cutoff denim-wearing person yelling about "Murica."
28 Women face bias and inequality in the workplace
McKone--Madison Elizabeth (Student--2012)
Northern Iowan 110:11, p.1
10/4/2013 Though women attained suffrage in 1920, many women still face the issue of inequality in the workplace. Men, on average, receive higher wages than women.
29 Miss un-American: racism in the U.S.
Pope--David William (Student--2012)
Northern Iowan 110:7, p.3
9/20/2013 Miss New York was crowned Miss America. Social media was outraged because she is Indian. She was born in the United States, but social media continues to call her an Arab. Racism is still relevant in today's society.
30 Re-evaluating values, guns, and the U.S. Constitution
Weaver--Alexander (Student--2013)
Northern Iowan 110:7, p.3
9/20/2013 Tells about gun control legislation and the arguments regarding it. The Constitution gives Americans certain rights, but those rights do have limitations.
31 That's just, like, your opinion, man
Enabnit--Joseph Benjamin (Student--2011)
Northern Iowan 109:39, p.4
3/1/2013 Says that the First Amendment gave Americans the right of free speech. That has caused people to express their opinions, whether they are informed opinions, or not. People tend to spread uninformed, biased opinions, and that leads to rumors.
32 Divided we fall
Nicholson--Heather Lynn (Student--2013)
Northern Iowan 109:34, p.4
2/12/2013 The columnist feels that the United States of America is a divided nation. In fact, the 2012 election shows that the nation is split right down the middle. The country needs to band together, or the nation will perish.
33 Professors analyze 2012 election results
Ta--Linh Mai (Student--2011)
Northern Iowan 109:26, p.1
12/4/2012 Political science faculty analyze election results. Campaign tactics, issues, and advertisements were topics of discussion.
34 It's time to come together
Venuto--Kayla Jewel (Student--2012)
Northern Iowan 109:24, p.4
11/16/2012 Column points out this was the most expensive election in American history. Author feels nothing has changed. President Obama needs to change his style of government and work with both parties. America needs to build a better future.
35 Petitions for secession are valid expressions of opinion
Smith--Austin Burke (Student--2012)
Northern Iowan 109:24, p.4
11/16/2012 Some people sincerely believe the present administration is going to be damaging to the American people in the long run. Twenty states requesting secession from the Union after President Obama created "We the People" website.
36 Don't get comfortable
Pope--David William (Student--2012)
Northern Iowan 109:23, p.4
11/13/2012 Column advises not to let recent political triumph cause us to turn a blind eye or deaf ear to the actions of the present government. Democratic victory is a relief, but is not end of the struggles we face as a nation.
37 Obama, Kressig, Danielson, Braley, Rogers reelected
Northern Iowan 109:22, p.1
11/9/2012 Election results.
38 More than the economy
Ma--Symone (Class of 1989)
Northern Iowan 109:20, p.6
11/2/2012 Author gives opinion on why people should vote for President Obama, and not Mitt Romney.
39 Presidential campaigns still avoid negative tone in storm's aftermath
Northern Iowan 109:20, p.1
11/2/2012 President Barack Obama and New Jersey Governor Chris Christie visit shelter in Brigantine to survey damage from Hurricane Sandy. Negative comments continue in campaigns for presidency; photo.
40 Stop scapegoating socialism
Pope--David D. (Class of 1984)
Northern Iowan 109:18, p.4
10/26/2012 Responds to earlier column by Kayla Venuto; believes people need social supports to help them in difficult times.
41 America: land of the free, home to socialists?
Venuto--Kayla Jewel (Student--2012)
Northern Iowan 109:17, p.4
10/23/2012 Believes that the United States is headed down a dismal socialist path; believes that President Obama should not be re-elected.
42 Letter to the editor
Daugherty--Rose (Student--2012)
Northern Iowan 109:14, p.4
10/12/2012 Student expresses concerns regarding financial aid and tuition. Analysis of presidential candidate positions and the reasons to vote for President Obama.
43 $en, CHuck GR@ssley vs. the machine
Konrardy--Nathan Arnold (Student--2011)
Northern Iowan 109:13, p.4
10/9/2012 Senator Chuck Grassley causes controversy with shorthand messages on Twitter. Some see messages as borderline offensive. Grassley is accused of attacking President Obama's intelligence; photo.
44 A failed presidency: do the right thing in November
Venuto--Kayla Jewel (Student--2012)
Northern Iowan 109:13, p.4
10/9/2012 Students encouraged to consider national debt and staggering unemployment rates before voting in upcoming election. President Obama's first term as president discussed; author supports Mitt Romney's plans for the future.
45 UNI professors weigh in on presidential debate
Grimes--Cody Martin (Student--2012)
Northern Iowan 109:13, p.1
10/9/2012 Professors Justin Holmes and Donna Hoffman discuss presidential debate and implications for college students. Students encouraged to listen to upcoming debates for the election; photo.
46 UNI alumnus receives career advice from President Obama
Getting--Timothy Willis (Student--2009)
Northern Iowan 109:4, p.5
9/7/2012 Chance meeting with the President in downtown Cedar Falls leads to a full time job with KWWL. President Obama suggested that Tim Getting to apply in person for any job that would help for further advancement; photo.
47 Obama adds stipulation to Affordable Care Act to deal with religious opposition
Baker--Brandon Lee (Student--2011)
Northern Iowan 108:38, p.1
2/21/2012 Religious organizations do not need to provide contraceptives to insured employees under the new announcement by the President; photo.
48 Stars and stripes for now
Early--Thomas Michael (Student--2011)
Northern Iowan 108:34, p.5
2/7/2012 Believes that Millennial voters are not impressed with the flag waving and nationalist views of the political candidates. They are looking for positions of candidates on the real issues; photo.
49 State of the Union address forecasts Obama's plans
Ta--Linh Mai (Student--2011)
Northern Iowan 108:32, p.1
1/31/2012 Justin Holmes liked the speech and declared that the President made several great points. Success of the plans lies with the position taken by Congress; photo.
50 Show me the money
Early--Thomas Michael (Student--2011)
Northern Iowan 108:31, p.4
1/27/2012 Governor Branstad's education plan examined. Author calls for more specifies, especially concerning teacher salaries; photo.

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