Politics

Displaying 201 - 250 of 693 in reverse chronological order
# Title Date Summary
201 Is the tea party racist?
Northern Iowan 108:14, p.3
The Tea Party has added energy to American politics. The party has been accused of being racist. Perhaps the liberal media are throwing this and other accusations because they feel threatened.
202 There is a problem with this "choice"
Northern Iowan 108:13, p.5
Students, faculty, and staff urged to research political candidates prior to going to the polls. Forced decisions at the ballot box are not the best option.
203 A pebble for the political pond
Northern Iowan 108:2, p.5
The Republican straw poll held in Ames is taken to task. Writer prefers candidates who earn his vote, not buy it.
204 A fundamental misunderstanding
Northern Iowan 107:56, p.3
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.
205 Where have all the protests gone?
Northern Iowan 107:40, p.8
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.
206 UNI launches new political and election resources Web page.
Public Relations News Release 2010:194, p.1
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.
207 Reason over rhetoric
Northern Iowan 107:31, p.7
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.
208 We should compromise, as long as we never compromise
Northern Iowan 107:28, p.9
Examines the chasm between the Republican and Democratic parties.
209 What would our Founding Fathers think?
Northern Iowan 107:21, p.12
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.
210 State of affairs
Northern Iowan 107:19, p.11
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.
211 The voting bloc that could
Northern Iowan 107:19, p.9
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.
212 Graduate student highlights
Northern Iowan 107:19, p.6
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.
213 Think
Northern Iowan 107:19, p.9
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.
214 The Rent is Too Damn High Party
Northern Iowan 107:17, p.9
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.
215 Vote to retain Supreme Court justices on Nov. 2
Northern Iowan 107:17, p.9
Reasons expressed for the retention of three Iowa Supreme Court justices. Readers urged to vote.
216 Chief Justice Ternus visits UNI
Northern Iowan 107:17, p.1
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.
217 Are Dems doomed?
Northern Iowan 107:15, p.9
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.
218 Libertarians five views on political issues
Northern Iowan 107:15, p.1
Nick Taber and Eric Cooper visit with students concerning the fundamentals of the libertarian political philosophy; photo.
219 Some things never change
Northern Iowan 107:11, p.8
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.
220 Former U. S. ambassador to speak at UNI
Public Relations News Release 2010:80, p.1
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.
221 The people decide who gets the keys
Northern Iowan 107:8, p.5
In a democracy, the voters decide the winners of elections. The winners remain responsible to the electorate.
222 Things I think I know
Northern Iowan 106:53, p.6
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.
223 When leaders stop leading
Northern Iowan 106:14, p.5
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.
224 Does my vote really count?
Northern Iowan 106:13, p.12
The excitement of the election of President Obama shared by a person who did not vote; photo.
225 Christian hypocrisy in our leadership
Northern Iowan 106:13, p.8
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.
226 Forum examines American government through ex-Congressmen's eyes
Northern Iowan 106:8, p.1
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.
227 Panther Portraits
Northern Iowan 105:54, p.
Scenes from sand volleyball court and the John McCain rally in the West Gym; photo.
228 The news is making me sick
Northern Iowan 105:54, p.4
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.
229 Professor connects genes and politics
Northern Iowan 105:51, p.1
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.
230 Rush Limbaugh with a skirt
Northern Iowan 105:45, p.5
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.
231 In need of genuine hope
Northern Iowan 105:21, p.8
Believes that hope must develop into something substantial if anything worthwhile is to happen; hope must lead to sustainable change.
232 Don't stop believin'
Northern Iowan 105:20, p.3
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.
233 Politics should be open for debate
Northern Iowan 105:19, p.8
Writer notes the during elections, people do not seem to understand when to quit voicing their opinions.
234 Oppression and politicking
Northern Iowan 105:19, p.7
Believes that the electoral process is as hierarchical and cultish as ever; makes case that creatively transforming our lives comes from within.
235 Why do politics have to be unpleasant?
Northern Iowan 105:16, p.6
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".
236 Don't give up on the political process
Northern Iowan 105:11, p.7
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.
237 Progressive rally
Northern Iowan 105:11, p.1
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.
238 The disarray of politics
Northern Iowan 105:5, p.8
Believes that politics today are impersonal and vicious.
239 A single question
Northern Iowan 105:4, p.6
Writer expresses is tired of all of the extraneous issues that seem to have become associated with the Presidential campaign.
240 Comparison of the two candidates
Northern Iowan 105:3, p.4
The positions of the Republican and Democratic candidates for President on abortion, church-state, government budget, health care, and Iraq presented; photo.
241 Simplicity is the key to living life well
Northern Iowan 104:45, p.7
Analysis of the Presidential race. Thoughts on whether or not Hillary Clinton should drop out of the race; photo.
242 Culture Corner: King the prophet
Northern Iowan 104:43, p.7
Political commentary from Iowa Representative Steve King to New York Governor.
243 Culture Corner: super delegates to the superhero
Northern Iowan 104:41, p.5
Commentary on the primary election process.
244 McCain declared GOP winner, Democrats still undecided
Northern Iowan 104:41, p.1
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.
245 Media portrayed Edwards as angry
Northern Iowan 104:40, p.1
News talk discussion, led by Christopher Martin, determines that the media labeled former Presidential candidate John Edwards as an angry populist; photo.
246 Culture Corner: Our crumbling infrastructure
Northern Iowan 104:35, p.5
Considers College Street construction project and the disagreement among members of the Republican party over John McCain.
247 Republican top spot up for grabs
Northern Iowan 104:32, p.2
John McCain and Mitt Romney are in a tight race for the Republican nomination for president.
248 Election 2008 update
Northern Iowan 104:30, p.1
Delegate count information provided by candidate and party; photo.
249 John Edwards
Northern Iowan 104:24, p.8
Rationale for John Edwards winning the presidential election.
250 Robertson/Giuliani
Northern Iowan 104:23, p.8
Questions the recent support given to presidential candidate Rudy Giuliani by evangelist Pat Robertson.