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51 Allegation needs to be investigated
Wolfe--Brenna (Student--2017)
Northern Iowan 115:21, p.04
11/5/2018 Wolfe writes a response to Albie Nicol's October 29 Northern Iowan article "Where are the democrats?" about sexual assault allegations against senator Cory Booker. In the author's opinion, allegations need to be taken seriously and investigated. Wolfe also discusses how race impacts critique and perception, and that although neither political party has made gender violence prevention a priority, the Democrats have done a better job of holding people accountable; photo.
52 Elizabeth Warren's folly
Stelk--Caleb (Student--2018)
Northern Iowan 115:21, p.04
11/5/2018 Stekl discusses Elizabeth Warren's recent claim of indigenous ancestry based on a genetic test. In the author's opinion, using biogenetic testing and results for political purposes leads to fascism; photos.
53 First district candidates sound off
Fortmann--Toni (Class of 2022), Wauters--Joel (Class of 2018)
Northern Iowan 115:21, p.01
11/5/2018 The article gives an overview of House of Representatives candidates Rod Blum and Abby Finkenauer and their stances on issues including heath care, the environment, abortion, and immigration; photos.
54 LTE: Enough is enough
Northern Iowan 115:21, p.04
11/5/2018 Waterloo resident, Barbara Henning, writes her frustration regarding Iowa's state politics.
55 Former VP visits Iowa ahead of elections
Wauters--Joel (Class of 2018)
Northern Iowan 115:20, p.01
11/1/2018 Former vice president Joe Biden visited Cedar Rapids to encourage voting; photo.
56 Trump places "America First"
Horning--Colin (Class of 2022)
Northern Iowan 115:20, p.04
11/1/2018 The author discusses Trump's usage of the word "nationalist" to describe himself. Contrary to what his opponents and the media say, in the author's opinion, this means that Trump puts America and American interests first.
57 Using snapchat as a tool to recruit voters
King--Sam John (Student--2017)
Northern Iowan 115:20, p.04
11/1/2018 The author discusses how social media, specifically Snapchat, has been encouraging voting and voter registration; photos.
58 Analyzing the gubernatorial candidates
Stelk--Caleb (Student--2018)
Northern Iowan 115:18, p.01
10/29/2018 Iowa's candidates for governor are Kim Reynolds and Fred Hubbell. The article discuses their backgrounds and positions on issues; photos.
59 Five things to consider at the polls
Corbin--Steven B. (Class of 1970; Marketing Faculty)
Northern Iowan 115:19, p.03
10/29/2018 Professor emeritus of marketing Steve Corbin wrote a letter to the editor. In the author's opinion, the five most important issues for the midterm elections are health insurance, school funding, corporate taxes, improving outdoor, wildlife, and water quality, and recent layoffs for various state-funded departments; photo.
60 Where are the democrats?
Nicol--Albie (Student--2018)
Northern Iowan 115:19, p.03
10/29/2018 In the author's opinion, both the Democrat and Republican parties need to respond when political figures face allegations of sexual assault. Nicol discusses the recent reports against Senator Cory Booker; photos.
61 Poli Sci works to elect women
Dausener--Josh (Student--2017)
Northern Iowan 115:18, p.02
10/25/2018 The ninth annual Women in Politics Bipartisan Scholarship Benefit was held on October 16, hosted by the Department of Political Science. Former ambassador Nancy Powell was the event's keynote speaker. The Women in Politics Scholarship was awarded to Audrey Simpson, Erin Thomason, and Kelsey Chidley; photos.
62 Abdication of global leadership has consequences
Dausener--Josh (Student--2017)
Northern Iowan 115:15, p.03
10/15/2018 The author discusses recent world events attacking human rights and Trump administration decisions. In Dausener's opinion, the United States has abdicated the global leadership role it has held since WWII, which will have serious consequences; photos.
63 Informed voting is important
Horning--Colin (Class of 2022), Wauters--Joel (Class of 2018)
Northern Iowan 115:15, p.03
10/15/2018 The author encourages research on political candidates before casting a vote; photo.
64 Letter to the editor: A few questions
Clayson--Dennis E. (Marketing Faculty)
Northern Iowan 115:15, p.03
10/15/2018 Dennis Clayson, professor in the College of Business, writes a series of questions in response to Albie Nicol's October 11 article regarding Brett Kavanaugh's confirmation to the United States Supreme Court.
65 Online echo chambers reinforce politics
Horning--Colin (Class of 2022)
Northern Iowan 115:13, p.04
10/8/2018 In the author's opinion, in order to be informed citizens, people need to be mindful of social media echo chambers and deliberately seek out other viewpoints; photo.
66 The trouble with Kavanaugh
Stekl--Caleb (Student--2017)
Northern Iowan 115:13, p.04
10/8/2018 In the author's opinion, Brett Kavanaugh's appointment to the United States Supreme Court will be detrimental to the nation. Stekl argues against the USA's current liberal-electoral democracy; photos.
67 UNI hosts First District Debate
Stelk--Caleb (Student--2018), Wauters--Joel (Class of 2018)
Northern Iowan 115:13, p.01
10/8/2018 UNI hosted the first Iowa First District debate between Abby Finkenauer and Rod Blum, both of who are running for the House of Representatives seat.
68 Prof talks buddies and boogeyman
Stelk--Caleb (Student--2018), Leitner--Gabrielle (Class of 2020)
Northern Iowan 115:12, p.02
10/4/2018 Professor Evan Renfro gave the lecture "Buddies and Boogeymen: U.S. Foreign Policy as Domestic Politics" on October 1 in Rod Library as part of the #PanthersVote lecture series, hosted by the American Democracy Project. Renfro discussed mass media and politics; photo.
69 America's global leadership is threatened
Corbin--Steven B. (Class of 1970; Marketing Faculty)
Northern Iowan 115:11, p.03
10/1/2018 UNI professor emeritus Steve Corbin writes a letter to the editor discussing America's deficient global trade and economic policies under President Trump's leadership, and encourages voters to replace legislators; photo.
70 LTE: Delay drives Kavanaugh accusation
Boyer--Lucas (Student--2018)
Northern Iowan 115:10, p.03
9/27/2018 Lucas Boyer, chairman of Young Americans for Freedom, writes a letter to the editor in response to the previous Northern Iowan piece "Kavanaugh hearing must be postponed." Boyer discusses the seriousness of sexual assault as well as importance and timing of the allegations, concluding that Ford's upcoming testimony before the Senate Judiciary Committee is vital.
71 Prof talks fundamentals of Iowa races
Husmann--Peyton (Student--2018), Palensky--Hayley (Student--2018)
Northern Iowan 115:10, p.02
9/27/2018 Political Science professor Chris Larimer led a discussion about the fundamentals of Iowa's politics; photo.
72 Votes in local elections matter
Wolfe--Brenna (Student--2017)
Northern Iowan 115:10, p.03
9/27/2018 In the author's opinion, it is important for students to vote in local elections. Wolf shares ways that local politics impact UNI and how to vote; photos.
73 Between sports and politics, we are all one
Nicol--Albie (Student--2018)
Northern Iowan 115:8, p.03
9/20/2018 Nicol draws comparisons between sports and politics and argues that neither should divide the nation or communities; photos.
74 Profs hold Constitutional roundtable
Dausener--Josh (Student--2017), Leitner--Gabrielle (Class of 2020)
Northern Iowan 115:8, p.01
9/20/2018 Professors Scott Peters, Jayme Renfro, Donna Hoffman, Christopher Martin, and Elise DuBord participated in a discussion panel hosted by #PanthersVote for Constitution Day. Topics included politics, economy, the press, and immigration; photos.
75 Senate must postpone hearing
Ave--Jack (Student--2018)
Northern Iowan 115:8, p.03
9/20/2018 In the author's opinion, the Senate Judiciary Committee should postpone Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh's confirmation vote to allow time for investigating sexual assault allegations against him; photo.
76 Congressional candidates to debate at UNI
Dausener--Josh (Student--2017)
Northern Iowan 115:6, p.02
9/13/2018 Iowa congressional candidates Abby Finkenauer and Rod Blum will debate on October 5 in the Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center (GBPAC) in advance of the midterm elections; photos.
77 Trump's trade policy is harmful to the U.S.
Corbin--Steven B. (Class of 1970; Marketing Faculty)
Northern Iowan 115:6, p.03
9/13/2018 Steve Corbin, professor emeritus of marketing, writes a letter to the editor about President Trump's trade agreements and how it will hurt Iowa and the U.S.; photo.
78 Alex Jones ban a good thing
King--Sam John (Student--2017)
Northern Iowan 115:5, p.03
9/10/2018 The author discusses data privacy and censorship on social media, including various platforms banning presenter Alex Jones, resulting in increased political scrutiny of social media. In King's opinion, censorship is an important issue both on and off social media; photos.
79 Iowa Democratic Party chair hosts roundtable
Baxter--Nicole (Student--2017), Fortmann--Toni (Class of 2022)
Northern Iowan 115:4, p.02
9/6/2018 Troy Price, chair of the Iowa Democratic Party, held a roundtable discussion to address student concerns about education in Iowa; photo.
80 Kavanaugh's documents crucial to public
Ave--Jack (Student--2018)
Northern Iowan 115:4, p.03
9/6/2018 The author writes about President Trump's Supreme Court nominee, Brett Kavanaugh, and his controversial history regarding previous testimony and involvement in Guantanamo Bay ahead of the Senate Judiciary Committee hearing; photo.
81 LTE: word choice matters
Corbin--Steven B. (Class of 1970; Marketing Faculty)
Northern Iowan 115:4, p.03
9/6/2018 Corbin, professor emeritus of marketing, addresses the power of words and adult bullying; photo.
82 McCain had a passion for unity
Nicol--Albie (Student--2018)
Northern Iowan 115:2, p.03
8/30/2018 The author writes a piece honoring Senator John McCain after his death, reflecting on his willingness to overcome divisions; photos.
83 Kander hosts voting event
Dausener--Josua (Student--2017), Dausener--Josh (Student--2017), Leitner--Gabrielle (Class of 2020)
Northern Iowan 115:2, p.05
8/27/2018 Democrat Jason Kander visited campus, sponsored by Let America Vote, March for Our Lives Cedar Valley, and the Northern Iowa Democrats, and spoke on voting and voter suppression; photo.
84 LTE: midterm elections matter
Corbin--Steven B. (Class of 1970; Marketing Faculty)
Northern Iowan 115:2, p.03
8/27/2018 Corbin, professor emeritus of marketing, discusses the importance of midterm elections and the possible impacts on issues; photo.
85 LTE: prioritize maternal and children's health
Khan--Nadir (Student--2018)
Northern Iowan 115:2, p.03
8/27/2018 Khan discusses the importance of the Reach Every Mother and Child Act and urges readers to contact their representatives in its support.
86 Democratic heavyweight to visit UNI
Dausener--Josh (Student--2017)
Northern Iowan 115:1, p.04
8/23/2018 Jason Kander, who is currently running as a Kansas City Mayor candidate, is set to visit UNI.
87 Political views continue to change on campus
Stelk--Caleb (Student--2018), Kraus-Taddeo--Laney (Class of 2019)
Northern Iowan 114:54, p.02
4/26/2018 The author explores the political views of students and how their college education may influence them.
88 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.
89 Reynolds signs mental health bills
Dausener--Josh (Student--2017)
Northern Iowan 114:53, p.02
4/23/2018 Governor Kim Reynolds signed two bills that aim to better the mental health system in Iowa
90 Syrian strikes not the solution
Nicol--Albie (Student--2018)
Northern Iowan 114:52, p.03
4/19/2018 The author suggests that President Trumps missile strikes in Syria have contributed to the body count.
91 LTE: Trump's tax plan will lead to economic debate
Corbin--Steven B. (Class of 1970; Marketing Faculty)
Northern Iowan 114:41, p.03
3/1/2018 Professor in emeritus of marketing at UNI writes about President Trump's recent tax reform and it's ramifications.
92 Students walk out for gun control
Olsasky--Clinton (Student--2015), Kraus-Taddeo--Laney (Class of 2019), Madden--Jacob (Class of 2019)
Northern Iowan 114:39, p.01
2/22/2018 A large number of students participated in a walkout for gun control organized by UNI student Emily Paul. The gathering was in reaction to the shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School; photos.
93 Water treatment bill enacted
Madden--Jacob (Class of 2019), Davis--Kirby (Student--2017)
Northern Iowan 114:31, p.02
1/25/2018 The Iowa Senate voted on a new bill to change the way water quality projects are funded; photo.
94 LTE: Alleged Russian ties continue to haunt Trump
Corbin--Steven B. (Class of 1970; Marketing Faculty)
Northern Iowan 114:30, p.03
1/22/2018 In a letter to the editor, Steve Corbin addresses the theories surrounding President Trump's alleged ties to Russia.
95 What about Whataboutisms?
Dausener--Josua (Student--2017), Leitner--Gabrielle (Class of 2020)
Northern Iowan 114:30, p.01
1/22/2018 Concerns are raised with the increasing use of whataboutism's in today's political culture; photo.
96 Gov. Reynolds' "Condition of the State"
Dausener--Josua (Student--2017)
Northern Iowan 114:28, p.02
1/11/2018 Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds gives her first address. She discuses what she has been doing and her goals for the future; photo.
97 LTE: Talking politics in the age of Trump
Friel--Aaron (Student--2012)
Northern Iowan 114:25, p.03
11/30/2017 In a letter to the editor, Aaron Friel responds to the letter to the editor "Why is everything politicized?".
98 LTE: Tax bill spells disaster for grad students
Olmstead--Cade (Student--2017)
Northern Iowan 114:25, p.03
11/30/2017 In a letter to the editor, Cade Olmstead discuses the House of Representatives' proposed tax bill and the impact it can have on graduate students' photo.
99 NISG clarifies policy on candidates
Chidley--Kelsey (Student--2017)
Northern Iowan 114:25, p.02
11/30/2017 There has been some debate between NISG and partisan groups on campus regarding the rules for bringing political candidates to campus. It has been clarified that groups that represent UNI, such as NISG, can not bring political candidates, but other groups can.
100 LTE: Column is poorly informed
Northern Iowan 114:24, p.03
11/16/2017 In a letter to the editor, Dan Childs, disagrees with a letter to the editor "Why is everything politicized" and is upset the Northern Iowan published it.

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