Politics

Displaying 201 - 250 of 690 in reverse chronological order

#	Title	Date	Summary
201	A fundamental misunderstanding Northern Iowan 107:56, p.3	06/17/2011	State Senator Shawn Hamerlinck told student representatives to go home and not worry about what is being done in Des Moines concerning the budget. He was wrong to think that they were lobbyists. They were constituents and taxpayers.
202	Where have all the protests gone? Northern Iowan 107:40, p.8	03/01/2011	What would it take for Americans to take to the streets to protest against our government? Each person should ponder and analyze that question and make his or her own determination.
203	Reason over rhetoric Northern Iowan 107:31, p.7	01/28/2011	The response to President Obama's State of the Union message seemed to be an increase in bipartisan applause; believes people are tired of the gridlock in Washington and are looking for results.
204	UNI launches new political and election resources Web page. Public Relations News Release 2010:194, p.1	01/28/2011	The webpage provides a variety of political and election resources for campaigns and media. The webpage will be updated throughout the campaign season and as political issues arise.
205	We should compromise, as long as we never compromise Northern Iowan 107:28, p.9	01/14/2011	Examines the chasm between the Republican and Democratic parties.
206	What would our Founding Fathers think? Northern Iowan 107:21, p.12	11/09/2010	The state of the economy, the environment, and today's politics are not what the key players in the forming of this country had in mind. Readers urged to bring back the "American Dream" and make changes.
207	State of affairs Northern Iowan 107:19, p.11	11/02/2010	Politics and today's election bring out the best and worst in individuals. The negative campaigning seems more prevalent every year. Everyone is entitled to his opinion, but few seem willing to listen to other views.
208	Think Northern Iowan 107:19, p.9	11/02/2010	Students urged to think before forwarding messages via E-mail that may or may not be true factual. Think before you vote. Become informed on the issues and where the candidates stand. VOTE.
209	The voting bloc that could Northern Iowan 107:19, p.9	11/02/2010	The case is made that students should vote in Cedar Falls. Their voice could make candidates take more seriously the concerns of students and the University. Students urged to get out and vote. Be informed; photo.
210	Graduate student highlights Northern Iowan 107:19, p.6	11/02/2010	Greta Johnson, a second year graduate student, is the only student representative on the Board of Regents. Making a difference in the world is her first priority. She is interested in working with non-profit organizations in the future; photo.
211	The Rent is Too Damn High Party Northern Iowan 107:17, p.9	10/26/2010	A YouTube sensation is a candidate for governor of the state of New York. Jimmy McMillan feels that rent needs to be reduced to increase employment and relieve financial stress on citizens.
212	Vote to retain Supreme Court justices on Nov. 2 Northern Iowan 107:17, p.9	10/26/2010	Reasons expressed for the retention of three Iowa Supreme Court justices. Readers urged to vote.
213	Chief Justice Ternus visits UNI Northern Iowan 107:17, p.1	10/26/2010	Marsha Ternus, chief justice of the Iowa Supreme Court, spoke in Seerley Hall on the Supreme Court and its relation to a maxim known as rule of law. She also discussed the issue on this year's ballot concerning the retention of judges; photo.
214	Are Dems doomed? Northern Iowan 107:15, p.9	10/19/2010	With the mid term elections two weeks away, Democrats are fighting to hold the majority in the House and Senate. The high unemployment rate and weak economy are the focus of voters. The results will be interesting.
215	Libertarians five views on political issues Northern Iowan 107:15, p.1	10/19/2010	Nick Taber and Eric Cooper visit with students concerning the fundamentals of the libertarian political philosophy; photo.
216	Some things never change Northern Iowan 107:11, p.8	10/05/2010	Republicans and Democrats seem to agree that which party is not in power will not roll over and work with the other. This situation makes it extremely difficult for political change; photo.
217	Former U. S. ambassador to speak at UNI Public Relations News Release 2010:80, p.1	10/01/2010	Mary Kramer, former president of the Iowa Senate and former Ambassador to Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean, will speak in the Center for Multicultural Education.
218	The people decide who gets the keys Northern Iowan 107:8, p.5	09/24/2010	In a democracy, the voters decide the winners of elections. The winners remain responsible to the electorate.
219	Things I think I know Northern Iowan 106:53, p.6	04/27/2010	Observations about the political system, the obsession with celebrity in America, and the NBA style of basketball; believes that college is about who you get to know and that eating right gets more important with age are observations on our society.
220	When leaders stop leading Northern Iowan 106:14, p.5	10/16/2009	The health care issue was important to both parties during the past presidential campaign. A year after the election Democrats and Republicans can agree only that the other is wrong. Unbiased reporting is considered a thing of the past.
221	Does my vote really count? Northern Iowan 106:13, p.12	10/13/2009	The excitement of the election of President Obama shared by a person who did not vote; photo.
222	Christian hypocrisy in our leadership Northern Iowan 106:13, p.8	10/13/2009	Believes actions by political figures has diminished their proclaimed beliefs in Christianity. Governor Mark Sanford and Senator John Ensign were outspoken against equal marriage rights, but were having extramarital affairs; photo.
223	Forum examines American government through ex-Congressmen's eyes Northern Iowan 106:8, p.1	09/25/2009	Bill Burlison and Phil English discuss the importance of the executive and legislative branches of government, presidential leadership, and contemporary issues, including health care; photo.
224	Panther Portraits Northern Iowan 105:54, p.	05/01/2009	Scenes from sand volleyball court and the John McCain rally in the West Gym; photo.
225	The news is making me sick Northern Iowan 105:54, p.4	05/01/2009	24 hour news cycle has the potential to turn people away from the news. The attention placed on seemingly unimportant matters makes people lose interest.
226	Professor connects genes and politics Northern Iowan 105:51, p.1	04/21/2009	John Hibbing, University of Nebraska-Lincoln faculty member, presented his findings of a possible connection between a person's genetic makeup and their political views.
227	Rush Limbaugh with a skirt Northern Iowan 105:45, p.5	03/31/2009	Ann Coulter is a seriously conservative best-selling author and columnist. Her latest book is in the top fifteen of the New York Times book list.
228	In need of genuine hope Northern Iowan 105:21, p.8	11/11/2008	Believes that hope must develop into something substantial if anything worthwhile is to happen; hope must lead to sustainable change.
229	Don't stop believin' Northern Iowan 105:20, p.3	11/07/2008	Believes that it is important to continue to be aware of what is going on in the political arena, now that the election is over.
230	Politics should be open for debate Northern Iowan 105:19, p.8	11/04/2008	Writer notes the during elections, people do not seem to understand when to quit voicing their opinions.
231	Oppression and politicking Northern Iowan 105:19, p.7	11/04/2008	Believes that the electoral process is as hierarchical and cultish as ever; makes case that creatively transforming our lives comes from within.
232	Why do politics have to be unpleasant? Northern Iowan 105:16, p.6	10/25/2008	Bipartisan politics questioned. If the current economic model is unequal, unjust, and unstable, reflects the way we live. "Economy is a tool to benefit society, not the other way around".
233	Progressive rally Northern Iowan 105:11, p.1	10/07/2008	Ann Johnson has organized a progressive rally at the Overman Park band shell. Speakers will share information on campaign finance reform, voting rights, the environment and health care concerns. Three local musicians will play.
234	Don't give up on the political process Northern Iowan 105:11, p.7	10/07/2008	Readers urged to sift through the negativity, find out what the candidates stand for and vote. Whoever is elected will have great impacts on our lives.
235	The disarray of politics Northern Iowan 105:5, p.8	09/16/2008	Believes that politics today are impersonal and vicious.
236	A single question Northern Iowan 105:4, p.6	09/12/2008	Writer expresses is tired of all of the extraneous issues that seem to have become associated with the Presidential campaign.
237	Comparison of the two candidates Northern Iowan 105:3, p.4	09/09/2008	The positions of the Republican and Democratic candidates for President on abortion, church-state, government budget, health care, and Iraq presented; photo.
238	Simplicity is the key to living life well Northern Iowan 104:45, p.7	04/01/2008	Analysis of the Presidential race. Thoughts on whether or not Hillary Clinton should drop out of the race; photo.
239	Culture Corner: King the prophet Northern Iowan 104:43, p.7	03/14/2008	Political commentary from Iowa Representative Steve King to New York Governor.
240	McCain declared GOP winner, Democrats still undecided Northern Iowan 104:41, p.1	03/07/2008	Following the March 4 primaries in Texas, Ohio, Vermont, and Rhode Island, Clinton--Obama are very close in delegates. John McCain is the Republican candidate; photo.
241	Culture Corner: super delegates to the superhero Northern Iowan 104:41, p.5	03/07/2008	Commentary on the primary election process.
242	Media portrayed Edwards as angry Northern Iowan 104:40, p.1	03/04/2008	News talk discussion, led by Christopher Martin, determines that the media labeled former Presidential candidate John Edwards as an angry populist; photo.
243	Culture Corner: Our crumbling infrastructure Northern Iowan 104:35, p.5	02/15/2008	Considers College Street construction project and the disagreement among members of the Republican party over John McCain.
244	Republican top spot up for grabs Northern Iowan 104:32, p.2	02/05/2008	John McCain and Mitt Romney are in a tight race for the Republican nomination for president.
245	Election 2008 update Northern Iowan 104:30, p.1	01/29/2008	Delegate count information provided by candidate and party; photo.
246	John Edwards Northern Iowan 104:24, p.8	11/16/2007	Rationale for John Edwards winning the presidential election.
247	Rudy's top issues Northern Iowan 104:23, p.1	11/13/2007	Presidential candidate Rudy Giuliani shared his twelve commitments to the American people in the Commons ballroom; photo.
248	Robertson/Giuliani Northern Iowan 104:23, p.8	11/13/2007	Questions the recent support given to presidential candidate Rudy Giuliani by evangelist Pat Robertson.
249	Huckabee's bringing back the music Northern Iowan 104:23, p.1	11/13/2007	Presidential candidate Mike Huckabee spoke on his education agenda in Maucker Union; photo.
250	Kucinich calls for Vice-President's impeachment Northern Iowan 104:22, p.2	11/09/2007	Dennis Kucinich has sponsored a house resolution calling for the impeachment of Vice-President Cheney.