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Politics

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201 Chief Justice Ternus visits UNI
Kresse--William Joseph (Student--2010)
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.
202 The Rent is Too Damn High Party
Haselhuhn--Adam J. (Student--2007)
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.
203 Vote to retain Supreme Court justices on Nov. 2
Krob--Nicholas Joseph (Student--2008)
Northern Iowan 107:17, p.9
10/26/2010 Reasons expressed for the retention of three Iowa Supreme Court justices. Readers urged to vote.
204 Are Dems doomed?
Howard--Kevin Wayne (Student--2010)
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.
205 Libertarians five views on political issues
Kelzer--Sarah Marie (Student--2010)
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.
206 Some things never change
Turner--Robert Thompson (Student--2010)
Northern Iowan 107:11, p.8
10/5/2010 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.
207 Former U. S. ambassador to speak at UNI
Public Relations News Release 2010:80, p.1
10/1/2010 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.
208 The people decide who gets the keys
Turner--Robert Thompson (Student--2010)
Northern Iowan 107:8, p.5
9/24/2010 In a democracy, the voters decide the winners of elections. The winners remain responsible to the electorate.
209 Things I think I know
Murphy--Brian Sullivan (Student--2009)
Northern Iowan 106:53, p.6
4/27/2010 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.
210 When leaders stop leading
Murphy--Brian Sullivan (Student--2009)
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.
211 Christian hypocrisy in our leadership
Wendt--Alyssa Catherine (Student--2009)
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.
212 Does my vote really count?
Krueger--Jeffrey Allen (Student--2009)
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.
213 Forum examines American government through ex-Congressmen's eyes
Aunspach--Chase Steven (Student--2009)
Northern Iowan 106:8, p.1
9/25/2009 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.
214 Panther Portraits
Parrott--Megan (Student--2006)
Northern Iowan 105:54, p.supp 27
5/1/2009 Scenes from sand volleyball court and the John McCain rally in the West Gym; photo.
215 The news is making me sick
Grayson--Adam Michael (Student--2008)
Northern Iowan 105:54, p.4
5/1/2009 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.
216 Professor connects genes and politics
Stewart--Calli (Student--2008)
Northern Iowan 105:51, p.1
4/21/2009 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.
217 Rush Limbaugh with a skirt
Bormann--Emily Ann (Student--2008)
Northern Iowan 105:45, p.5
3/31/2009 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.
218 In need of genuine hope
Becker--Mark Benedict (Class of 2009)
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.
219 Don't stop believin'
Dahlke--Lisa Renae (Student--2006)
Northern Iowan 105:20, p.3
11/7/2008 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.
220 Oppression and politicking
Becker--Mark Benedict (Class of 2009)
Northern Iowan 105:19, p.7
11/4/2008 Believes that the electoral process is as hierarchical and cultish as ever; makes case that creatively transforming our lives comes from within.
221 Politics should be open for debate
Cook--Lindsey K. (Student--2005)
Northern Iowan 105:19, p.8
11/4/2008 Writer notes the during elections, people do not seem to understand when to quit voicing their opinions.
222 Why do politics have to be unpleasant?
Becker--Mark Benedict (Class of 2009)
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".
223 Don't give up on the political process
Ramsey--Jeffrey Thomas (Student--2008)
Northern Iowan 105:11, p.7
10/7/2008 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.
224 Progressive rally
Cook--Lindsey K. (Student--2005)
Northern Iowan 105:11, p.1
10/7/2008 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.
225 The disarray of politics
Boevers--Cassandra Mae (Student--2008)
Northern Iowan 105:5, p.8
9/16/2008 Believes that politics today are impersonal and vicious.
226 A single question
Grayson--Adam Michael (Student--2008)
Northern Iowan 105:4, p.6
9/12/2008 Writer expresses is tired of all of the extraneous issues that seem to have become associated with the Presidential campaign.
227 Comparison of the two candidates
French--Larissa A. (Student--2007)
Northern Iowan 105:3, p.4
9/9/2008 The positions of the Republican and Democratic candidates for President on abortion, church-state, government budget, health care, and Iraq presented; photo.
228 Simplicity is the key to living life well
Busch--Michael E. (Student--2007)
Northern Iowan 104:45, p.7
4/1/2008 Analysis of the Presidential race. Thoughts on whether or not Hillary Clinton should drop out of the race; photo.
229 Culture Corner: King the prophet
Roos--Nicholas Alexander (Student--2005)
Northern Iowan 104:43, p.7
3/14/2008 Political commentary from Iowa Representative Steve King to New York Governor.
230 Culture Corner: super delegates to the superhero
Roos--Nicholas Alexander (Student--2005)
Northern Iowan 104:41, p.5
3/7/2008 Commentary on the primary election process.
231 McCain declared GOP winner, Democrats still undecided
Conaway--Brandon U. (Student--2006)
Northern Iowan 104:41, p.1
3/7/2008 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.
232 Media portrayed Edwards as angry
Conaway--Brandon U. (Student--2006)
Northern Iowan 104:40, p.1
3/4/2008 News talk discussion, led by Christopher Martin, determines that the media labeled former Presidential candidate John Edwards as an angry populist; photo.
233 Culture Corner: Our crumbling infrastructure
Roos--Nicholas Alexander (Student--2005)
Northern Iowan 104:35, p.5
2/15/2008 Considers College Street construction project and the disagreement among members of the Republican party over John McCain.
234 Republican top spot up for grabs
Reeder--Laura M. (Student--2007)
Northern Iowan 104:32, p.2
2/5/2008 John McCain and Mitt Romney are in a tight race for the Republican nomination for president.
235 Election 2008 update
Northern Iowan 104:30, p.1
1/29/2008 Delegate count information provided by candidate and party; photo.
236 John Edwards
Hackensack--Ralph Jones
Northern Iowan 104:24, p.8
11/16/2007 Rationale for John Edwards winning the presidential election.
237 Huckabee's bringing back the music
Calcara--Sally A. (Student--2007)
Northern Iowan 104:23, p.1
11/13/2007 Presidential candidate Mike Huckabee spoke on his education agenda in Maucker Union; photo.
238 Robertson/Giuliani
Covington--Nicholas C. (Student--2007)
Northern Iowan 104:23, p.8
11/13/2007 Questions the recent support given to presidential candidate Rudy Giuliani by evangelist Pat Robertson.
239 Rudy's top issues
Calcara--Sally A. (Student--2007)
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.
240 Kucinich calls for Vice-President's impeachment
Morton--Jennie M. (Student--2006)
Northern Iowan 104:22, p.2
11/9/2007 Dennis Kucinich has sponsored a house resolution calling for the impeachment of Vice-President Cheney.
241 John Edwards justifies education
Calcara--Sally A. (Student--2007)
Northern Iowan 104:21, p.1
11/6/2007 Presidential candidate John Edwards spoke on his views on education; photo.
242 Mitt Romney supported
Cahill--Ryan Patrick (Student--2007)
Northern Iowan 104:21, p.8
11/6/2007 Lauds Mitt Romney's leadership experience, vision for America, and plans for peace.
243 Republican candidates on campus
Northern Iowan 104:21, p.1
11/6/2007 Mike Huckabee and Rudy Giuliani are scheduled to speak on campus.
244 The death of the traditional family structure
Abbott--Tristan E. (Student--2005)
Northern Iowan 104:19, p.7
10/30/2007 Offers satiric view that changes in the traditional family cause many of the social ills in today's society. Mitt Romney endorsed as presidential candidate.
245 A comedian for president
Busch--Michael E. (Student--2007)
Northern Iowan 104:18, p.5
10/26/2007 Comments on presidential/political candidates.
246 Response to Tristan Abbott
Bartelt--Laura Christine (Student--2007)
Northern Iowan 104:18, p.6
10/26/2007 Writer suggests that John McCain deserves respect and dignity.
247 A presidential performance
Cook--Lindsey K. (Student--2005)
Northern Iowan 104:17, p.14
10/23/2007 Interpreters Theatre to present a play, "43 Plays for 43 Presidents", based on metaphors of each president's presidency; photo.
248 Culture Corner: Democratic decisions
Roos--Nicholas Alexander (Student--2005)
Northern Iowan 104:16, p.7
10/19/2007 Constructive suggestions on the primary voting system.
249 Politics not serious anymore
Busch--Michael E. (Student--2007)
Northern Iowan 104:16, p.7
10/19/2007 Difficult to find hard policy coverage during political campaigns.
250 Report says war on terror inadvertently aiding Al Qaeda network
Conaway--Brandon U. (Student--2006)
Northern Iowan 104:16, p.3
10/19/2007 Oxford Research Group states that a "fundamental re-think is required in order to more effectively combat global terrorist networks.

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