Politics

Displaying 101 - 150 of 693 in reverse chronological order

#	Title	Date	Summary
101	LTE: Column is poorly informed Northern Iowan 114:24, p.3	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.
102	LTE: GOP tax plan will lead to tax increases Northern Iowan 114:23, p.3	11/13/2017	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	11/13/2017	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	11/09/2017	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	10/30/2017	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	10/23/2017	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	10/09/2017	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	09/21/2017	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	09/18/2017	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	2016 Student Guide Northern Iowan 112:54, p.	04/28/2016	The summer 2016 student guide, including letters of welcome, information about higher education, and features of Cedar Falls; photos.
111	LGBT* voice concern over bills Northern Iowan 112:52, p.2	04/21/2016	Members of the UNI community respond and discuss the recently-passed Indiana House Bill 101, also known as the Religious Freedom Restoration Act; photo.
112	No longer entertained, just disappointed Northern Iowan 112:42, p.3	03/07/2016	Rekemeyer discusses the recent Republican presidential candidate debate and believes candidates Donald Trump, Marco Rubio, and Ted Cruz behaved childishly; photo.
113	Panther PAC combats inadequate funding Northern Iowan 112:36, p.1	02/15/2016	The newly-formed non-partisan, independent Panther Political Action Committee (Panther PAC) supports the university and endorsing state candidates who will advocate for UNI. The group is especially concerned with the legislature's funding disparity between UNI and the other Regents universities; photos.
114	The rigged democratic superdelegate system Northern Iowan 112:36, p.3	02/15/2016	In Reid's opinion, the Republican party will support antiestablishment candidate Donald Trump if he wins enough delegates, but the Democratic National Convention and the delegate system itself are working against antiestablishment candidate Bernie Sanders; photos.
115	IA caucuses: field of (broken) dreams Northern Iowan 112:34, p.3	02/08/2016	Carr-Murphy gives an opinion on the results of the Iowa caucuses and Jeb Bush's candidacy; photos.
116	Walking the plank in Iowa Northern Iowan 112:30, p.1	01/25/2016	Justin Scott of the Freedom from Religion Foundation encourages students to support secular plank resolutions at the Iowa caucuses and hopes to partner with UNI Free Thinkers and Inquirers; photos.
117	Campaign spending IS scary Northern Iowan 112:21, p.5	11/09/2015	In the author's opinion, inequality in campaign contributions reflects income inequality and allows the rich to buy political influence.
118	Informing the voters of Iowa Northern Iowan 112:20, p.7	11/05/2015	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.
119	Criticizing the media is 'in,' but accountability is out Northern Iowan 112:20, p.4	11/05/2015	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.
120	All staff opinion column: What's the most important Vote 2016 issue? Northern Iowan 112:19, p.3	11/02/2015	Columnits Michael Jackson, Hannah Carr-Murphy, Amanda Wagner, and Abbi Cobb give their opinions on the most important issues in the 2016 election.
121	Students to 'shred for Bernie' at Octopus on the Hill Northern Iowan 112:17, p.2	10/26/2015	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.
122	Time for America to un-stupid itself Northern Iowan 112:15, p.3	10/19/2015	In the author's opinion, the Republican presidential candidates are unqualified, and Jackson encourages readers to use their education to improve the world.
123	Iowa pays the price Northern Iowan 112:13, p.1	10/12/2015	The nonprofit, nonpartisan organization Iowa Pays the Price raised awareness about campaign money in politics in Maucker Union on September 24; photo.
124	Corporations, not people: the Citizen's United disaster Northern Iowan 112:12, p.3	10/08/2015	In the author's opinion, the United States Supreme Court's 2010 Citizens United ruling increased corruption, particularly corporate corruption, in politics; photo.
125	Why is Donald Trump 'inconvenienced' by political correctness? Northern Iowan 112:9, p.3	09/28/2015	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.
126	Iowa pays the price Northern Iowan 112:7, p.2	09/21/2015	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.
127	The poor of '1984' Northern Iowan 112:7, p.1	09/21/2015	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.
128	Distinguishing Bernie Sanders from Hillary Northern Iowan 112:6, p.3	09/17/2015	In a letter to the editor, Peterson compares presidential candidates Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders, supporting Sanders.
129	Sen. Grassley discusses whistleblowers Northern Iowan 112:6, p.1	09/17/2015	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.
130	Staying calm: The politics of fear Northern Iowan 112:2, p.3	08/31/2015	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.
131	Let's give Obama the recognition he deserves Northern Iowan 111:48, p.3	04/09/2015	Riley Cosgrove shares his feelings about President Obama; photo.
132	Celebrating a victory for all americans 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.
133	Does anybody care anymore? Northern Iowan 111:21, p.3	11/10/2014	Student Riley Cosgrove looks at the number of students that participate in voting and urges students to be more politically active; photo.
134	End Iowa's early caucus Northern Iowan 111:21, p.3	11/10/2014	Student Corey Cooling talks about his opinion on the early caucus and how he feels it should stop.
135	Change the system if you don't like it, you matter Northern Iowan 111:20, p.1	11/06/2014	Student Ashley Davidson urges students to take a stand and show that their opinion and vote matters.
136	Jim Leach to lecture on civility and politics at UNI Public Relations News Release 2014:111, p.1	11/05/2014	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.
137	For scientifically illiterate America Northern Iowan 111:16, p.4	10/23/2014	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.
138	UNI to host Women in Politics Scholarship banquet Public Relations News Release 2014:87, p.1	10/16/2014	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.
139	Hatch visits UNI Northern Iowan 111:13, p.1	10/13/2014	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.
140	Hatch visits UNI Northern Iowan 111:13, p.1	10/13/2014	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.
141	Rep. Pat Murphy speaks at UNI forum Northern Iowan 111:6, p.2	09/18/2014	Representative Pat Murphy, congressional candidate for Iowas first district, visited UNI campus; photo.
142	The reason why Republicans fail on campuses Northern Iowan 111:5, p.3	09/15/2014	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.
143	Branstad visits UNI campus; campaigns for upcoming midterm election Northern Iowan 111:5, p.1	09/15/2014	Iowa Governor Terry Branstad visited UNI as part of his campaign in upcoming elections; photo.
144	Branstad visits UNI campus; campaigns for upcoming midterm election Northern Iowan 111:5, p.1	09/15/2014	Iowa Governor Terry Branstad visited UNI as part of his campaign in upcoming elections; photo.
145	The reason why Republicans fail on campuses Northern Iowan 111:5, p.3	09/15/2014	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.
146	Northern Iowan Student Government Northern Iowan 111:1, p.3	08/28/2014	The Norther Iowa Student Government consists of student representatives from each college on campus to make up three branches of student government.
147	Ukraine's effect on UNI analyzed Northern Iowan 110:45, p.1	03/27/2014	Professors from the history and political science departments gave presentations on the situation in Ukraine.
148	Obama, Putin, and Ukraine Northern Iowan 110:44, p.3	03/13/2014	Speaks about the conflict in Ukraine, along with the response of Russia and the United States.
149	Politics put a black eye on Olympics Northern Iowan 110:34, p.6	02/06/2014	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.
150	Understanding the Affordable Care Act Northern Iowan 110:28, p.1	12/13/2013	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.