Aaron Sorkin’s The West Wing holds a special place in the hearts of nearly every consumer of American political media. It’s hard not to admire the fast-paced dialogue, the earnest idealism and the morally upstanding characters who populate the Bartlet administration. The show was a masterpiece. But no matter how real it seemed, it was […]
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Letter to the editor: SF 347 threatens Iowa public libraries and criminalizes librarians
By Katie Roche, Iowa City I am writing to express my strong opposition to Senate File 347, a bill that poses a serious threat to the vital role public libraries play in our communities. If passed, this legislation would place undue restrictions on libraries, limiting access to educational and informational resources that benefit people of […]
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Review: Dreamwell’s ‘Design for Living’ is a tangled comedic tale
Noël Coward’s Design for Living is a play that demands a deft balance of wit, tension and vulnerability — qualities that are central to an exploration of love, freedom and emotional tangles. Dreamwell’s recent production, directed by Will Asmus, certainly attempts to bring Coward’s dark comedy to life, but the results are, at times, uneven, leaving the audience to question whether the fault lies with the production or the material itself.
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Letter to the editor: Oliver Weilein makes me want to stay in Iowa City
By Zoe Mahler, Iowa City I’m really excited about Oliver running for city council. In the two years since I’ve returned he has proven time and time again how a person can connect with Iowa City. It feels like there is such a turnover or divide between university and permanent residents. Like a pressure to […]
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Letter to the editor: Vote with courage on March 4, Iowa City
By Ben Smasher, Iowa City Iowa City is currently engaging in a vital discourse over the upcoming City Council special election. It is great to see so many recognizing the opportunity to make a difference even in a smaller election. I wanted to comment on the radical viewpoints of candidate Oliver Weilein and fears over […]
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Letter to the editor: As a gun safety advocate and gay Iowan, I support Oliver Weilein
By Temple Hiatt, Iowa City I’m a longtime gun violence prevention advocate and I’m supporting Oliver Weilein for Iowa City City Council. Let me tell you why. The movement to end gun violence must include gun owners. While the presence of a gun in a home puts everyone at increased risk of gun violence, my […]
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Letter to the editor: Oliver Weilein is not scary, but you are scared
By Tara McGovern, Coralville Oliver Weilein is not scary but you are scared. This is a you problem. You are being manipulated by your own discomfort at the state of our crumbling world and by your participation in it. You are also being manipulated by a handful of establishment politicians, some of whom are currently […]
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Letter to the editor: Ross Nusser will maximize resources to make Iowa City safer and more accessible
By Tom Rocklin, Iowa City In politically turbulent times such as these, Iowa City needs a city council member with a long-standing record of commitment to the community, a mature attitude, and a deep concern for all members of our community. That’s why I’m voting for Ross Nusser for City Council. Ross wants to maximize […]
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Letter to the editor: We deserve an anti-fascist alternative. Oliver Weilein is it.
By Case Fenner, Iowa City We can’t keep the people of Iowa City safe by laying low. In the lead up to the 2024 presidential elections, Democratic leadership at the local, state and national level identified Donald Trump, his MAGA movement and the wider party that supported them as a fascist threat to the people […]
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Letter to the editor: We need principled leaders more than ever. Weilein is one.
By Nick Bergus, Iowa City I didn’t meet Oliver Weilein until recently, sometime between Christmas and New Year’s, when he was considering a run for the March 4 Iowa City Council District C special election. While that was the first time we talked, I’d known of him for a while, primarily from his presence online […]
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Letter to the editor: Oliver Weilein on council is a risk Iowa City can’t take
By Joe Younker, Iowa City Next month Iowa City will hold a City Council special election. Our Council faces a number of serious challenges, including housing, redevelopment and budget pressures, among others. To meet the challenges with workable solutions, Council members need to be thoughtful. They need to build consensus. One candidate, Ross Nusser, fits […]
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Letter to the editor: Oliver Weilein’s social media posts are disqualifying
By Matt Hayek, former mayor, Iowa City On March 4, all voters throughout Iowa City can vote in the City Council special election. There are two candidates, both in their 30s. One is Ross Nusser, who lives in the Northside, whose children attend public schools, and who has dedicated countless hours to organizations that work […]
