Politics
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101 | LTE: Column is poorly informed Northern Iowan 114:24, p.3 |
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. | |
102 | LTE: GOP tax plan will lead to tax increases Northern Iowan 114:23, p.3 |
In a letter to the editor, Steven Corbin, discusses tax breaks and the national debt. He says that Senators need to have more budget discipline; photo. | |
103 | Why is everything politicized? Northern Iowan 114:23, p.3 |
Columnist Schrad argues that the public makes decisions on issues based on political ideologies rather than facts and has the tendency to over politicize controversial issues; photo. | |
104 | Election results restore hope Northern Iowan 114:22, p.3 |
Opinion columnist Cobb recaps election results on the state and local level that occurred on Tuesday, November 7th; photo. | |
105 | LTE: Is Trump unfit to be president? Northern Iowan 114:19, p.3 |
In a letter to the editor, Professor Steve Corbin, discusses Donald Trump's presidency and whether or not he is "fit" to be president; photo. | |
106 | Gov. candidate talks state funding Northern Iowan 114:17, p.2 |
Governor candidate, John Norris, discuses his campaign plan, including how he plans to help students with the tuition increases and student loans; photo. | |
107 | Despite labels, we're all American Northern Iowan 114:13, p.3 |
Columnist Tanner Schrad discuses the idea of being more considerate about other peoples opinions; photo. | |
108 | Military spending overshadows education Northern Iowan 114:8, p.3 |
Columnist Abbi Cobb discuses the military spending increase. Cobb thinks there should be less military increases and more effort put into education; photo. | |
109 | A Greek tradition reignited Northern Iowan 114:7, p.1 |
Latin fraternity Lambda Theta Phi comes to UNI. This fraternity is geared for Latin or multicultural individuals. According to one member, the fraternity focuses on advocating for minority communities; photo. | |
110 | Campaign spending IS scary Northern Iowan 112:21, p.5 |
In the author's opinion, inequality in campaign contributions reflects income inequality and allows the rich to buy political influence. |
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111 | Informing the voters of Iowa Northern Iowan 112:20, p.7 |
The department of philosophy and world religions will hold a three-part lecture series titled "Islam and Iowa Politics." Lectures include "Abraham, Moses and Jesus: The Heritage of the Bible in the Qur'an" by assistant professor of religion John Burnight; "Islam in Iowa: An American Story" by assistant professor of religion Cara Burnidge; and "'We the People': Trust in Public Discourse" by professor of religion William Clohessy; photo. |
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112 | Criticizing the media is 'in,' but accountability is out Northern Iowan 112:20, p.4 |
Northern Iowan editor Nick Fisher discusses "Gotcha Journalism" and its effect on modern day politics; photoNorthern Iowa editor Nick Fisher discusses "gotcha journalism," the Northern Iowan's mission statement, and criticisms of the paper; photo. |
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113 | All staff opinion column: What's the most important Vote 2016 issue? Northern Iowan 112:19, p.3 |
Columnits Michael Jackson, Hannah Carr-Murphy, Amanda Wagner, and Abbi Cobb give their opinions on the most important issues in the 2016 election. |
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114 | Students to 'shred for Bernie' at Octopus on the Hill Northern Iowan 112:17, p.2 |
UNI Students for Bernie Sanders will host "Shred for Bernie," a live music and political event, at the Octopus on College Hill on November 7. |
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115 | Time for America to un-stupid itself Northern Iowan 112:15, p.3 |
In the author's opinion, the Republican presidential candidates are unqualified, and Jackson encourages readers to use their education to improve the world. |
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116 | Iowa pays the price Northern Iowan 112:13, p.1 |
The nonprofit, nonpartisan organization Iowa Pays the Price raised awareness about campaign money in politics in Maucker Union on September 24; photo. |
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117 | Corporations, not people: the Citizen's United disaster Northern Iowan 112:12, p.3 |
In the author's opinion, the United States Supreme Court's 2010 Citizens United ruling increased corruption, particularly corporate corruption, in politics; photo. |
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118 | Why is Donald Trump 'inconvenienced' by political correctness? Northern Iowan 112:9, p.3 |
In the author's opinion, political correctness is speaking in a way that is respectful to people. Cobb criticizes presidential candidate Donald Trump's disregard for this; photos. |
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119 | The poor of '1984' Northern Iowan 112:7, p.1 |
James M. Lang, an English professor at Assumption College, gave the lecture "The Poor of '1984': The Roots of George Orwell's Final Novel" on September 18 in Seerley Hall as part of the Ethics in Higher Education Conference. He discussed themes of capitalism and the invisibility of poor people in Orwell's work. |
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120 | Iowa pays the price Northern Iowan 112:7, p.2 |
The nonprofit, nonpartisan organization Iowa Pays the Price will be at Maucker Union on September 24 to promote education on campaign financing and fiscal transparency in elections; photo. |
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121 | Sen. Grassley discusses whistleblowers Northern Iowan 112:6, p.1 |
U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley and State Senator Jeff Danielson spoke in support of government whistleblowers and increased legal protection for them in the Maucker Union University Room on September 14; photo. |
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122 | Distinguishing Bernie Sanders from Hillary Northern Iowan 112:6, p.3 |
In a letter to the editor, Peterson compares presidential candidates Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders, supporting Sanders. |
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123 | Staying calm: The politics of fear Northern Iowan 112:2, p.3 |
Jackson shares his opinion on the state of the 2016 Republican party presidential candidates, and believes that people should carefully evaluate those who appeal to fear; photo. |
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124 | Let's give Obama the recognition he deserves Northern Iowan 111:48, p.3 |
Riley Cosgrove shares his feelings about President Obama; photo. | |
125 | Celebrating a victory for all americans Northern Iowan 111:22, p.3 |
Jessica Kautzer talks about diversity in the United States Government, and how we all should be proud of where we stand. | |
126 | Does anybody care anymore? Northern Iowan 111:21, p.3 |
Student Riley Cosgrove looks at the number of students that participate in voting and urges students to be more politically active; photo. | |
127 | End Iowa's early caucus Northern Iowan 111:21, p.3 |
Student Corey Cooling talks about his opinion on the early caucus and how he feels it should stop. | |
128 | Change the system if you don't like it, you matter Northern Iowan 111:20, p.1 |
Student Ashley Davidson urges students to take a stand and show that their opinion and vote matters. | |
129 | Jim Leach to lecture on civility and politics at UNI Public Relations News Release 2014:111, p.1 |
Former Congressman Jim Leach will deliver a Veteran's Day address at UNI celebrating Iowans who served in World War II. He will present his speech November 11, in Lang Hall Auditorium. The event is free and open to the public. | |
130 | For scientifically illiterate America Northern Iowan 111:16, p.4 |
Student Brett Irving shares his opinion on how those who are scientifically illiterate are holding the country back and stopping the United States from being at its full potential; photo. | |
131 | UNI to host Women in Politics Scholarship banquet Public Relations News Release 2014:87, p.1 |
UNI will host its 4th Women in Politics Scholarship banquet, October 30, at the Park Place Event Centre in Cedar Falls. The event will begin with a social time and dinner. People interested in tickets should contact Donna Hoffman. | |
132 | Hatch visits UNI Northern Iowan 111:13, p.1 |
During his campaign for the governorship, democratic candidate Jack Hatch was invited by UNI to speak at a forum held in the Maucker Union Ballroom; photo. | |
133 | Hatch visits UNI Northern Iowan 111:13, p.1 |
During his campaign for the governorship, democratic candidate Jack Hatch was invited by UNI to speak at a forum held in the Maucker Union Ballroom; photo. | |
134 | Rep. Pat Murphy speaks at UNI forum Northern Iowan 111:6, p.2 |
Representative Pat Murphy, congressional candidate for Iowas first district, visited UNI campus; photo. | |
135 | The reason why Republicans fail on campuses Northern Iowan 111:5, p.3 |
Student Jessica Kautzer shares her opinion on how the conservative views of many Republicans do not appeal to the liberal views of today's generation of college students. | |
136 | The reason why Republicans fail on campuses Northern Iowan 111:5, p.3 |
Student Jessica Kautzer shares her opinion on how the conservative views of many Republicans do not appeal to the liberal views of today's generation of college students. | |
137 | Branstad visits UNI campus; campaigns for upcoming midterm election Northern Iowan 111:5, p.1 |
Iowa Governor Terry Branstad visited UNI as part of his campaign in upcoming elections; photo. | |
138 | Branstad visits UNI campus; campaigns for upcoming midterm election Northern Iowan 111:5, p.1 |
Iowa Governor Terry Branstad visited UNI as part of his campaign in upcoming elections; photo. | |
139 | Northern Iowan Student Government Northern Iowan 111:1, p.3 |
The Norther Iowa Student Government consists of student representatives from each college on campus to make up three branches of student government. | |
140 | Ukraine's effect on UNI analyzed Northern Iowan 110:45, p.1 |
Professors from the history and political science departments gave presentations on the situation in Ukraine. | |
141 | Obama, Putin, and Ukraine Northern Iowan 110:44, p.3 |
Speaks about the conflict in Ukraine, along with the response of Russia and the United States. | |
142 | Politics put a black eye on Olympics Northern Iowan 110:34, p.6 |
This year's Winter Olympics features a lot of controversy over Russian laws on homosexual rights. Safety is a top concern for athletes. Participants are cautioned about wearing team colors outside of events due to potential terrorist attacks. | |
143 | Understanding the Affordable Care Act Northern Iowan 110:28, p.1 |
UNI hosted an information session about the Affordable Care Act, which goes into effect January 1, 2014. UNI's student health insurance plan meets all of the requirements of the ACA. Many people said they benefited from the information session; photo. | |
144 | UNI to pay tribute to Nelson Mandela Public Relations News Release 2013:139, p.1 |
UNI will host a service in remembrance of Nelson Mandela. Mandela was South Africa's first black president. Many people saw Nelson Mandela as a symbol of freedom and peace around the world. | |
145 | Film exposes media influence on women Northern Iowan 110:26, p.4 |
The UNI Political Science Society hosted a documentary viewing of "Miss Representation" and panel discussion about the media misrepresenting women in power. Joy corning, Chris Larimer, and Alison Martens were the panel members; photo. | |
146 | Who are you politically? Northern Iowan 110:24, p.4 |
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. | |
147 | Taylor discusses abortion Northern Iowan 110:24, p.1 |
Sunsara Taylor spoke to the UNI community about abortion and other women's rights issues. Taylor explained that having an abortion is a safe and confidential process that should be available to all women as a choice; photo. | |
148 | Obamacare could affect student hours Northern Iowan 110:22, p.1 |
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. | |
149 | Go ahead and disregard your elders, Millennials Northern Iowan 110:18, p.3 |
The Millennial generation is going to have to work harder and longer for smaller returns than any other generation in the 20th century. Generation X never did anything for the Millennials, and the Millennials do not need Generation X; photo. | |
150 | The Second City incites laughter at the Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center Northern Iowan 110:8, p.4 |
Second City, the world's largest improvisation and sketch comedy school, put on a performance of "Happily Ever After" at the Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center. The show was sponsored by the Campus Activities Board; photo. |