Opinion

Displaying 201 - 250 of 603 in reverse chronological order
# Title Date Summary
201 The Liberal left has not won
Northern Iowan 117:28, p.3 		Rawwas discusses liberal politics after the election of President Joe Biden and the storming of the Capitol.
202 The class pandemic
Northern Iowan 117:28, p.3 		Slomka discusses class in the midst of the pandemic; photo.
203 The winter break movie roundup
Northern Iowan 117:28, p.5 		Friesen rates and reviews movies released during winter break. Films that received ratings were "Ammonite," 4/5; "Let Them All Talk," 4/5; "Nomadland," 4/5; "Wolfwalkers," 4/5; "Another Round," 3.5/5; "Ma Rainey's Black Bottom," 3.5/5; "News of the World," 3.5/5; "Pieces of a Woman," 3.5/5; "Promising Young Woman," 3.5/5; "Soul," 3.5/5; "Sound of Metal," 3.5/5; "The Midnight Sky," 3/5; "Uncle Frank," 3/5; and "Sylvie's Love," 2/5. Films receiving reviews were "Hillbilly Elegy," 2/5; "Wonder Woman 1984," 2/5; "Mank," 3.5/5; "One Night in Miami," 4/5; and "The Prom," 4/5.
204 Take your time during this upcoming fall break
Northern Iowan 117:27, p.3 		Horning urges students to evaluate the previous semester and the challenges due to the COVID-19 pandemic in preparation for the spring semester.
205 Reynolds' mask mandate is completely useless
Northern Iowan 117:27, p.3 		In the author's opinion, Governor Kim Reynolds's mask mandate is ineffective because of the various exceptions in the mandate and points at the rapidly growing number of cases in the state of Iowa.
206 Addi Seybert says goodbye to the NI
Northern Iowan 117:27, p.3 		Addi Seybert says goodbye to the Northern Iowan after a year of writing opinion columns; photo.
207 Everybody has problems, don't face them alone
Northern Iowan 117:26, p.1 		The author discusses their own personal experiences with mental health issues, stigma surrounding them, and the lack of quality services at UNI.
208 The country in terms of red and blue
Northern Iowan 117:26, p.3 		The author looks at American politics and the Democratic and Republican parties in terms of the meaning behind the colors red and blue; photo.
209 Don't stop fighting, keep pushing
Northern Iowan 117:25, p.3 		The author argues the importance of continuing to fight for issues even after Joe Biden's historic presidential win; photo.
210 Movie theaters are dying at an alarming rate
Northern Iowan 117:24, p.3 		Horning discusses the decline in movie theater attendance and revenue due to the COVID-19 pandemic and rise of streaming services.
211 Iowa's minimum wage laws are outdated
Northern Iowan 117:24, p.3 		The author discusses minimum wage laws in Iowa and in Slomka's opinion, they are regressive and should be gradually raised.
212 We should do our best to support the Panthers this spring
Northern Iowan 117:24, p.6 		Horning encourages students to support the various UNI sports teams in the spring season, especially since many fall sports were moved to spring due to the pandemic; photo.
213 A disappointment for Iowa youth
Northern Iowan 117:23, p.3 		Although the 2020 precedential election is still too close to call, Goedken discusses the Iowa "red shift" results and feels scared and victimized as a member of the LGBTQ+ community and a female; photo.
214 False accusations have bad consequences
Northern Iowan 117:23, p.3 		The author discusses how false accusations in politics, like antisemitism and sexual misconduct, can delegitimize valid accusations.
215 'Borat 2' is a funny retread
Northern Iowan 117:23, p.5 		Friesen reviews Sacha Baron Cohen's new movie "Borat Subsequent Moviefilm;" 3.5/5; photo.
216 Don't idolize Adele's weight loss
Northern Iowan 117:22, p.3 		Seybert discusses singer Adele's recent weight loss and how the media focuses on it instead of her musical talent; photo.
217 Have an attitude of gratitude this season
Northern Iowan 117:22, p.3 		Student Wellness Services discusses ways to express gratitude on campus.
218 Utilize music in education for better results
Northern Iowan 117:22, p.3 		Slomka discusses the usage of music in learning.
219 President Donald Trump resembles bad company
Northern Iowan 117:21, p.3 		Professor Corbin compares Trump to other past U.S. presidents; photo.
220 This election could turn into a split electoral vote
Northern Iowan 117:21, p.3 		Horning discusses possible outcomes of the 2020 election; photo.
221 'The Witches' casts weak spells
Northern Iowan 117:21, p.4 		Friesen reviews "The Witches," 2.5/5; photo.
222 Private education does not mean better education
Northern Iowan 117:20, p.3 		Goedken discusses private and public education.
223 What can be learned from Bolivia
Northern Iowan 117:20, p.3 		Rawwas compares recent events in Bolivia to the 2020 election; photo.
224 How to have a safe Halloween during COVID-19
Northern Iowan 117:20, p.3 		Montgomery discusses safety precautions for Halloween during COVID-19.
225 "Chicago 7" is a timely court drama
Northern Iowan 117:20, p.4 		Friesen reviews "The Trial of the Chicago 7," 4/5; photo.
226 The election is not the end of the world
Northern Iowan 117:19, p.3 		Horning discusses the 2020 election.
227 Treat mental health seriously
Northern Iowan 117:19, p.3 		Seybert discusses mental health; photo.
228 Take away Trump's Twitter
Northern Iowan 117:18, p.3 		Slomka argues in favor of Trump's Twitter account being suspended; photo.
229 Sandler's 'Hubie Halloween' could be worse
Northern Iowan 117:17, p.5 		Hunter Friesen gives his opinion on Adam Sandler's newest movie, "Hubie Halloween."
230 Where is UNI's international media club?
Northern Iowan 117:17, p.3 		The author argues for a club that explores foreign media.
231 Dress codes are an attack on girls
Northern Iowan 117:17, p.3 		The author writes about her experiences with school uniforms and dress codes and how they disproportionally affect women.
232 Stand up against President Trump this election
Northern Iowan 117:16, p.3 		Holst urges readers to vote against President Trump in the 2020 election.
233 NISG Senator speaks out about controversy
Northern Iowan 117:16, p.3 		Northern Iowa Student Government (NISG) Senator Mohammed Rawwas defends the controversial ruling denying registry to Students for Life; photo.
234 Show you care by voting on Nov. 3
Northern Iowan 117:16, p.3 		Seybert urges readers to vote in the 2020 election.
235 Don't condemn non-voters
Northern Iowan 117:15, p.3 		Horning urges readers not to condemn people who choose not to vote; photo.
236 Iowa's marijuana laws are outdated
Northern Iowan 117:15, p.3 		Slomka argues that marijuana laws in Iowa are outdated; photo.
237 Stop governing womens' bodies
Northern Iowan 117:14, p.3 		Planned Parenthood has been heavily criticized for performing too many abortions but critics do not focus on their other functions, including sex education, reproductive health care, and other resources. In Goedken's opinion, Planned Parenthood should keep their funds in place to promote healthy lives and to keep people safe; photo.
238 Show your support in protests
Northern Iowan 117:14, p.3 		Tyler Montgomery, as well as many members of the Cedar Valley community, attended a Black Lives Matter rally on Main Street. Montgomery calls out the campus for ignoring racial issues and miscommunication; photo.
239 Film review: stars shine in "Boys in the Band"
Northern Iowan 117:14, p.5 		"Boys in the Band" is a film staged in New York featuring seven gay friends getting ready for a birthday party. Friesen believes this is an astounding stage-to-screen adaptation that is relevant in today's society and scores a 4 out of 5; photo.
240 Netflix movie 'Enola Holmes' is clever fun.
Northern Iowan 117:13, p.4 		The author gives their review of the Netflix film "Enola Holmes," a 3.5/5 rating; photo.
241 New Exec. Order excuses racism
Northern Iowan 117:12, p.3 		The author discusses President Trump's proposal for an educational commission called the 1776 Commission, calling it propaganda and nationalistic; photo.
242 Demand free STD testing
Northern Iowan 117:11, p.3 		In the author's opinion, STD testing is important, especially in Black Hawk County, which has the highest STD rates in Iowa. Goedken says that the Student Health Center and Planned Parenthood should have free testing since they are the most accessible options for students; UNI cut free testing for the current academic year; photo.
243 Amazon is not your friend
Northern Iowan 117:11, p.3 		The author critiques Amazon for being a monopoly that will come to dominate the market in many areas of society and urges readers to support local businesses; photo.
244 Sin and sweat in 'The Devil All the Time'
Northern Iowan 117:11, p.5 		Friesen reviews the Antonio Campos film "The Devil All the Time," giving it a 3/5 rating; photo.
245 Rawwas: Stop making heroes out of political leaders
Northern Iowan 117:10, p.3 		Mohammed Rawwas argues that political figures shouldn't be idolized.
246 Seybert: The truth behind defunding the police
Northern Iowan 117:10, p.3 		Addi Seybert explains the movement to defund the police; photo.
247 Slomka: TERFs present a danger
Northern Iowan 117:9, p.3 		Emerson Slomka argues that trans-exclusive radical feminists (TERFs), especially author J.K. Rowling, present a danger to the transgender community; photo.
248 Horning: Independent media is lost, let's find it again
Northern Iowan 117:9, p.3 		Colin Horning argues that the majority of the media and news outlets restricts rights to freedom of the press; photo.
249 'Mulan' review: more realistic, less fun
Northern Iowan 117:8, p.4 		Hunter Friesen reviews the Disney live action version of the story "Mulan." Friesen informs readers of the price point of the film and gives it 3/5; photo.
250 Rawwas: U.S. makes 'enemy' out of China
Northern Iowan 117:7, p.3 		Mohammed Rawwas argues that the U.S. has made China into an unjustified enemy; photo.