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Students gather on the steps of Curtiss Hall as part of the the Democalypse March on April 21. The march around campus gave college and high school students an experience of what life would be like without the first amendment. 

Editorial: Yes, the First Amendment needs to protect controversial speech

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April 10, 2018
Malala Yousafzai recently was awarded with the Nobel Peace Prize. Her documentary, 'He Named Me Malala', follows her mission to promote women's education.

Editorial: Malala’s visit to Pakistan is a good sign for the future

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April 8, 2018
President-Elect Julian Neely invites Student Government President Cody West and Student Government Vice President Cody Smith, whom Julian and Juan replaced, to the podium to recognize their time serving Iowa State University.

Editorial: An open letter to the new Student Government leaders

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April 8, 2018
Iowa U.S. Representative Steve King speaks to a crowd of now-President Donald Trump's supporters on Oct. 11, 2016 at Des Moines Area Community College. King spoke about Trump and House Speaker Paul Ryan's falling out in the wake of Trump's leaked audio tape of him describing sexually assaulting women.

Editorial: Instead of going around the ACA, Republicans should keep their promise

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April 8, 2018
Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump observes the crowd's reaction as he speaks about the differences between him and Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton on Sep. 13 in Clive, Iowa.

Editorial: Congress must act to stop trade war

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April 7, 2018
Student Government President and Vice President Cody West and Cody Smith pose for a photo on Central Campus.

Editorial: Looking back at Cody and Cody

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April 5, 2018
The United States Census office in Ames is seen preparing for census day on April 1, 2000. Hiring for the 2010 census is ramping up now and positions for students are available. File photo: Iowa State Daily

Editorial: Question on citizenship threatens our census

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April 4, 2018
Neurosurgeon Dr. Ben Carson met with Iowans at caucus locations throughout Des Moines at the Iowa Caucus on Monday, Feb 1. His message of returning America to greatness both economically and morally mirrored many other republicans in this election cycle.

Editorial: Ben Carson is hurting HUD

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April 1, 2018
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Editorial: Parkland students are fighting for everyone

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April 1, 2018
The novelty of Facebook has definitely waned and usefulness of it may have passed its prime as well. There could be less Facebook traffic if there aren’t any incentives to log on. 

Editorial: The known unknowns

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March 29, 2018
Congressman Steve King speaks at the end of the Roast and Ride fundraiser June 3, 2017, in Boone, Iowa.

Editorial: Iowa can do way better than Rep. Steve King

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March 28, 2018
As she spoke, Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds focused on the recent statistic that Iowa is the #1 state in the nation, a position she committed to maintain. She became governor in May 2017 after then governor Terry Branstad was appointed the United States Ambassador to China.

Editorial: Tax cuts don’t work

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March 27, 2018
A CyRide blue line bus travels eastward on Lincoln Way at sunset Sept. 18, 2016. CyRide recently received federal grant funding to purchase electric buses and infrastructure to support them.

Editorial: Public transportation is important in Ames

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March 25, 2018
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Editorial: March Madness is a microcosm of the American dream

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March 25, 2018
Jamie Pollard, director of athletics, began the press conference on Nov. 30 to help announce the hire of Iowa State's new head football coach, and former head coach of Toldeo, Matt Campbell.

Editorial: Athletics donation will make a significant impact

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March 22, 2018
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Editorial: The next step for the #MeToo movement

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March 20, 2018
President Elect Donald Trump speaks during a rally as part of his USA Thank You Tour, in Des Moines during the evening of Dec. 8. Trump spoke about the general election, how he would repeal Obamacare, bring jobs back to the US, and reform care for veterans. 

Editorial: End the opioid crisis

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March 19, 2018
Iowa State students and community members listen to a speaker outside of Parks Library during a rally on Thursday afternoon protesting President Trump's executive orders. The march, dubbed Hoodies and Hijabs Solidarity March, began at the Memorial Union and ended just outside Parks Library. 

Editorial: Young people can change the world, but it takes effort

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March 19, 2018
US President Donald Trump signs an executive order as Vice President Mike Pence looks on at the White House in Washington, DC on January 20, 2017. 

Editorial: White House turnovers and vacancies threaten progress

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March 19, 2018
The Iowa State Research Park gives the “tenants” a chance to explore resources.

Editorial: The importance of research at Iowa State

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March 16, 2018
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Editorial: Big agriculture restricts choice when it comes to eggs

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March 9, 2018
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Editorial: The NCAA needs to change

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March 8, 2018
Two students sharing a hammock watch as other students also hammock.

Editorial: Utilize your time well this spring break

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March 8, 2018
Communication psychology negative defensive concept. Assertive woman making stop gesture. Strong blonde lady showing hold sign.

Editorial: Can we put an end to catcalling?

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March 5, 2018
Julian Neely and Juan Bibiloni (left) and Benjamin Whittington and Jocelyn Simms (right) are running for president and vice president of the Student Government.

Editorial: Vote for Student Government

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March 4, 2018
An Iowa State undergraduate completes the required Title IX online training.

Editorial: New sexual misconduct training better than previous one

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March 4, 2018
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Editorial: The Dreamers deferred

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March 3, 2018
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Editorial: Choose students over RAC

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March 2, 2018
Julian Neely, a junior in journalism and mass communications, and Juan Bibilioni, a junior in mechanical engineering, want to be the next Student Government president and vice president.

Editorial: Vote for Moving Forward ISU

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February 28, 2018
gun violence

Editorial: Ban weapons of war

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February 27, 2018
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Editorial: Mental health isn’t the real problem

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February 25, 2018
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Editorial: The time to talk about gun violence is now

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February 23, 2018
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Editorial: Stay informed

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February 21, 2018
Gov. Terry Branstad speaks to a crowd of more than two thousand during a Donald Trump event, July 28 in Cedar Rapids. Branstad, a supporter of Trump, was confident that Trump would win Iowa, based on the number of working class citizens in the state.

Editorial: Privatizing Medicaid doesn’t work

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February 20, 2018
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program is used and depended on by millions of Americans. Some of the people receiving the aid trade or sell their food stamps for drugs. Making recipients take a drug test before receiving the aid would help eliminate these unintended consequences.

Editorial: Proposed changes to SNAP harmful

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February 20, 2018
Beardshear Hall from Central Campus on Sept. 19.

Editorial: Our thoughts are with sexual assault survivors, too, but we need more

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February 18, 2018
US President Donald Trump signs an executive order as Vice President Mike Pence looks on at the White House in Washington, DC on January 20, 2017. 

Editorial: Role of the president

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February 16, 2018
The sun shines on the Memorial Union after a thunderstorm Wednesday afternoon on Nov. 11, 2015. 

Editorial: Lack of funding for MU symptomatic of larger issue

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February 15, 2018
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Editorial: Republican leadership out of touch with tax cuts

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February 14, 2018
A Dose of Pride: The Iowa State Daily's Pride Month series throughout June.

Editorial: Accept everyone on Valentine’s Day

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February 11, 2018

Editorial: Five things you need to know about healthy relationships

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February 10, 2018
A student braves the blizzard on Monday for their trek to class. 

Editorial: Let’s be flexible when canceling class

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February 9, 2018

Editorial: Fight hate and indifference with love

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February 6, 2018

Editorial: Stop trying to discredit the wage gap and gender disparities

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February 5, 2018
Iowa State Student Government meeting at the Memorial Union on Nov. 29. 

Editorial: Student Government campaigns affect you. Follow along.

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February 4, 2018

Editorial: Audit the Department of Defense

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February 3, 2018
Guards escort a detainee in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, on Nov. 18, 2008. President Obama began overhauling U.S. treatment of terror suspects, signing orders Thursday to close the U.S. detention center. Photo: Brennan Linsley/Associated Press

Editorial: Close Guantanamo Bay

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February 2, 2018
The South Ballroom of the Memorial Union was packed to the brim with caucus members from the Ames precinct 4-1 on Feb. 1, 2016. By the end of the night, the precinct had 382 constituents show up to caucus.

Editorial: Make plans to caucus

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February 1, 2018
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Editorial: States must protect net neutrality

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January 31, 2018
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Editorial: Stop introducing useless bills

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January 28, 2018
Thousands hold signs relating to women’s health during the Women’s March on the Iowa Capitol on Jan. 21.

Editorial: Safe abortions save lives

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January 27, 2018
Students and Ames community members may experience changes to Lincoln Way in the coming future. 

Editorial: We need a community approach to pedestrian safety

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January 25, 2018
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers screen international passengers.

Editional: Additional screenings at airports causing uninvited travel delays

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January 23, 2018

Editorial: Keep funding for state facilities

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January 23, 2018
Human Trafficking

Editorial: National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month

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January 21, 2018
Iowa State's sexual education courses provide students with in-depth knowledge to incorporate positive sexual behavior in their daily lives. 

Editorial: Gonorrhea increase a sign we need better sex ed

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January 18, 2018
Property taxes are due Sept. 30. for Story County property holders.

Editorial: An agreeable tax increase

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January 18, 2018
U.S. Capitol

Editorial: Support CHIP now

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January 17, 2018
El Salvador land slide

Editorial: Deporting Salvadorans hurts everyone

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January 15, 2018
Demonstrators hold signs relating to women’s health during the Women’s March on the Iowa Capitol in Des Moines on Jan. 21.

Editorial: Support the Women’s March this weekend

Editorial Board
January 14, 2018
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Editorial: No funding, no future: Prioritize funding for higher education

Editorial Board
January 10, 2018
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Letter: Iowa legislature must prioritize higher education

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January 9, 2018
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Editorial: Stay in Ames this semester

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January 8, 2018
The Campanile in November, taken from the southeast.

Editorial: Welcome back to the new year and a new semester

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January 6, 2018
The Iowa 2018 legislative session begins Monday, Jan. 8. A main focus for Ames legislators will be funding for state universities as well as K-12 schools.

Editorial: Speak out during 2018 Iowa Legislative sessions

Editorial Board
January 6, 2018

Editorial: Improve yourself this year by helping others

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January 4, 2018
Stalking

Editorial: Call stalking what it is

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December 14, 2017

Editorial: In 2017 words and empathy still matter

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December 7, 2017
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Editorial: Sexual assault reports are bringing light to the issue

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December 4, 2017
Iowa State Student Government meeting at the Memorial Union on Nov. 29. 

Editorial: Spring concert isn’t a Veishea replacement

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December 4, 2017
Demonstrators hold signs in front of the Neal Smith Federal Building for the Iowans Need Your Help: Rally To Support Dreamers and TPS Holders on Dec. 1, 2017. About 50 people attended the event.

Editorial: Policy on immigration, DACA should involve empathy

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December 4, 2017
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Editorial: Tax bill is not good for graduate students

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December 3, 2017
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Editorial: We need net neutrality

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December 3, 2017
World Aids Day concept.

Editorial: Fight for funding on this World AIDS Day

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December 1, 2017

Editorial: Keep mental health in mind during the final stretch of the semester

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November 27, 2017

Editorial: Trump isn’t solving the opioid crisis as promised

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November 26, 2017

Editorial: Be thankful for those who work this holiday season

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November 25, 2017
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Editorial: In 2017, why are we still blaming victims of sexual assault and harassment?

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November 21, 2017
Governor Kim Reynolds speaks during the Roast and Ride fundraiser on June 3 in Boone, Iowa.

Editorial: We need more women in leadership

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November 20, 2017
The dinner table is the perfect sharing circle.

Editorial: Don’t avoid political conversation this holiday

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November 20, 2017
FAFSA photo illustration

Editorial: Don’t forget about FAFSA

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November 15, 2017
A fan celebrates a made shot during the Iowa State women's basketball game against Kansas in Hilton Coliseum.

Editorial: Take pride in Iowa State women’s basketball attendance

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November 14, 2017
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Editorial: Increase enforcement of FARA

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November 13, 2017

Editorial: New tax bill does not make America greater

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November 12, 2017
Mayor-elect John Haila reacts after learning he won the election in front of a crowd of his supporters at Arcadia Cafe on Nov. 7.

Editorial: An open letter to our newly elected city officials

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November 10, 2017
The national anthem is played as the colors are presented by Iowa State ROTC members at the Gold Star ceremony on Nov. 6. The ceremony is held each year in observation of Veteran's Day. Four veterans were honored at the event: World War II serviceman Robert Geoffroy as well as Vietnam servicemen Wheeler Brooks, Jeffrey Krommenhoek and James McGough.

Editorial: Thank you for your service overseas and at home, veterans

Editorial Board
November 9, 2017

Editorial: Diversify your media consumption

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November 7, 2017
Local newspapers are essential to informing the general public.

Editorial: Pay your subscription fees

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November 6, 2017
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Editorial: A decentralized campus is beneficial

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November 4, 2017
Voting booths stand empty Tuesday in Maple resident hall for voting for Ames City Council. There was a minimal student voter turn out.

Editorial: Get out and vote in City of Ames election

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November 3, 2017
President-select Wendy Wintersteen speaks in the Memorial Union after being announced as the next President of Iowa State University on Monday. She was unanimously chosen by the Board of Regents. Wintersteen is the first female to hold the position of President at Iowa State.

Editorial: Wintersteen should consider issues with student growth

Editorial Board
November 1, 2017
SPEAKER STOCK

Editorial: Students have the opportunity to make their voice heard, but most haven’t

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October 31, 2017
Pumpkins were dropped from the 9th floor of the Wallace residence hall. Students took the initiative to drop these pumpkins, but they have yet to clean up there mess. The pumpkins were dropped several weeks ago. 

Editorial: Don’t be stupid on Halloween

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October 30, 2017
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Editorial: We need the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau

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October 30, 2017
John Haila and Victoria Szopinski are the mayoral candidates for the City of Ames. 

Editorial: New mayor, new opportunities

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October 29, 2017
Ames High School marching band drumline.

Editorial: Ames Marching Band protest is very ‘American’

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October 26, 2017
Iowa State students and Ames residents vote inside Buchanan Hall.

Editorial: Register to vote to avoid deference

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October 23, 2017

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October 23, 2017
Beardshear Hall from Central Campus on Sept. 19.

Editorial: A letter to the next Iowa State president

Editorial Board
October 22, 2017
Editorial: President Trump must display empathy

Editorial: President Trump must display empathy

Editorial Board
October 22, 2017
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