Opinion
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Senate bill to limit texting does not go far enough
Texting and driving is a deadly combination. This year the lawmakers in Des Moines have introduced Senate Study Bill 1002 to address the issue, but...
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DNA search may lead to surprising discoveries regarding previously hidden multi-ethnic identities
Growing up Irish, I have been surrounded with traditional foods, faith and language my whole life. Saturdays are when my family eats shepherd’s pie, a...
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Failing to address climate change will lead to real impacts
Climate change is no fictional tale. As more and more evidence is released each day showing the truth of our severe influence on our globe,...
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For lasting impact, writers should not forget the lasting power of handwritten connections
“Is that right?” the young girl asks. “Close,” I respond, looking down on the small swirling letter that she has written. “Just try and curve...
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In 2017, let’s resolve to place more time giving than receiving
As 2017 began, New Year’s resolutions such as “lose weight” or “stop eating junk food” seem to be on the tops of everyone’s lists. It’s...
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Replay: Cubs World Series victory atop 2016 most memorable moments
2016 has definitely been one of the most bizarre and exciting years in sports ever. First off, the loveable losers broke their 108 years of...
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As America reevaluates its alliances, Hungarian political shifts may hold lessons
The presidential election of 2016 continues to occupy discussions not only in the United States, but worldwide. America’s rightward shift under president-elect Donald Trump means...
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Our View: Steps to Success: With the new year, now is the time to plan to reach new targets
With the new year already begun and 2016 in the past, the new year has allowed people to have a fresh start. Goals can be...
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Failing to address climate change will lead to real impacts
By Jackson Kliewer Climate change is no fictional tale. As more and more evidence is released each day showing the truth of our severe influence...
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Disabilty Double Standard: Social acceptance of wheel chairs still faces uphill climb
It happens subconsciously on a daily basis. The masses see somebody in a wheelchair using accessible public accommodations and wonder “do they really need that?”...
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Robotics club launching into new season of challenges
Every January, the robotics club faces an exciting new challenge—a brand-new game. Each year, the rules, objectives and ways to earn points change, requiring the team to think strategically...
