Iraq

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1 Looking back at the Iraq War
Northern Iowan 117:48, p.3
In the author's opinion, the Gulf War and Iraq War were illegal actions carried out by the United States based upon faulty premises and resulting in unnecessary casualties and tragedies. Rawwas critiques the U.S. administrations involved and urges readers to be more skeptical of the government's claims, particularly relating to foreign policy; photo.
2 Dems respond to Soleimani killing
Northern Iowan 116:30, p.3
Rawwas discusses the Democratic presidential candidates' responses to the assassination of Qasem Soleimani by the Trump administration. In the author's opinion, Bernie Sanders strongly condemned the action and should be the candidate of choice; photo.
3 The rise of the anti-austerity Left
Northern Iowan 116:18, p.3
Rawwas discusses multiple protests and strikes happening around the world. In the author's opinion, people are mobilizing against austerity measures and capitalism. Rawwas discusses media portrayal of events and analyses why the United States has not seen similar actions.
4 The 'gift' of western democracy
Northern Iowan 116:8, p.3
In response to Laura Bush's invitation to speak on UNI's campus, Rawwas discusses the Bush Administration's decision to go to Iraq. In the author's opinion, democracy was a screen for capitalistic intentions and resulted in violence against the Iraqi people; photo.
5 On terror: Europe needs to step it up
Northern Iowan 112:45, p.3
In the author's opinion, European nations are not doing enough to counter ISIS terrorism; photos.
6 Watch out: this column was leaked
Northern Iowan 110:1, p.4
Author lists multiple examples of government information being leaked to the public. He asks if we should be outraged by the informant or the government featured in these leaked stories.
7 Former ambassador talks foreign policy
Northern Iowan 108:25, p.1
Ronald McMullen says that the U. S. is at a crossroads in foreign policy with the uprisings in the Middle East, the end of the war in Iraq, and tightening budgets at home; photo.
8 Iraq War no more
Northern Iowan 108:19, p.1
President Obama announced the withdrawal of American troops from Iraq by December 31, 2011. The war began in March 2003. To date, 4481 soldiers have been killed; photo.
9 Meditations on Libya
Northern Iowan 107:49, p.11
Believes that the military intervention in Libya is not like the intervention in Iraq. This intervention was and is a humanitarian effort by the United Nations to save the lives of thousands.
10 Mike Shiley's 'Lessons from Iraq" a snapshot in time
Northern Iowan 107:21, p.1
A homemade press pass, digital video recorder, and a rented bullet-proof vest were the tools used by Mike Shiley to produce his documentary on the war in Iraq. Students had many questions following his presentation; photo.
11 Demi and Ashton speak for Obama
Northern Iowan 105:9, p.5
Lang Auditorium was full for the appearance of actors Demi Moore and Ashton Kutcher. They were on campus campaigning for Barack Obama for President.
12 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.
13 Iraq War issues discussed
Northern Iowan 104:47, p.2
Reprinted coverage of the Iraq War debate due to reporting errors.
14 Latest Iraq War debate
Northern Iowan 104:45, p.1
Two hundred attended a debate on the Iraq War. Four members of the Vets for Freedom group traveled to UNI for the debate; photo.
15 Culture Corner: Life's many questions
Northern Iowan 104:44, p.9
Looking for answers to author's questions for readers; photo.
16 New Iraq War forum proposed
Northern Iowan 104:36, p.1
Three UNI students and veterans of the Iraq War are trying to sponsor another discussion on the war. They are planning on bringing the Vets For Freedom National Bus Tour to UNI in March; photo.
17 Proposed budget may slash college funding
Northern Iowan 104:35, p.1
Federal budget proposal will increase Pell grant maxima, but cut certain student aid programs. Nearly one third of the cuts directly relate to higher education funding.; photo.
18 Best of 2007
Northern Iowan 104:28, p.1
Quick look at most important events of 2007; photo.
19 Iraq War Forum
Northern Iowan 104:25, p.9
Professor Hoffman attempts to clarify her position; says she took no stand either for or against the war.
20 Iraq War Forum
Northern Iowan 104:25, p.9
Believes that forum should have included viewpoints of those who support the war.
21 Iraq forum analyzes war
Northern Iowan 104:24, p.1
Six UNI professors led a forum to discuss Iraq War issues. War opposed from six different perspectives; photo.
22 Iraq War Forum
Northern Iowan 104:24, p.8
Disappointed with the composition of the Iraq Forum panel and the logic of participants. Suggestions on improving the Forum.
23 Forum on the Iraq War at UNI today
Northern Iowan 104:23, p.3
A panel of UNI faculty will discuss the effects of the war in Iraq.
24 Forum on the Iraq War at UNI
Public Relations News Release 2007:278, p.1
How the Iraq War has affected U. S. politics and society is the topic of the forum November 13.
25 Support for the Iraq war
Northern Iowan 104:21, p.8
Commentary on how history might portray George W. Bush; challenges citizens to remember that this war is America's war.
26 Thoughts on dichotomies
Northern Iowan 104:21, p.7
Personal and governmental dichotomies discussed.
27 Report says war on terror inadvertently aiding Al Qaeda network
Northern Iowan 104:16, p.3
Oxford Research Group states that a "fundamental re-think is required in order to more effectively combat global terrorist networks.
28 "The Pawns Are Real" response
Northern Iowan 104:10, p.8
Agrees with ideas presented in previous NI article on involvement in Iraq; presses issues further.
29 Joe Biden: The distinguished Democrat
Northern Iowan 104:10, p.2
Brief biography of Joe Biden and statements on his vision for the US; photo.
30 Cynical of our leaders
Northern Iowan 104:9, p.7
Opinions expressed concerning the report of General David Petraeus on the Iraq War and the arming of campus police; photo.
31 John Edwards: straight-forward politician
Northern Iowan 104:8, p.4
Biographical information on John Edwards; photo.
32 The pawns are real
Northern Iowan 104:7, p.9
War in Iraq discussed.
33 Another "Shepherd" flocks from Iraq
Northern Iowan 104:5, p.9
UNI student follows family tradition by serving in the military. Brandon Shepherd has served two tours of duty in Iraq; photo.
34 Knowing is half the battle
Northern Iowan 103:55, p.3
University of Iowa professor, Ahmed Souaiaia, explains history of the Shi'ite and Sunni in the Middle East to UNI students.
35 Human support
Northern Iowan 103:52, p.7
Support our troops by remembering them as human beings.
36 Too far to see
Northern Iowan 103:50, p.7
Commentary on the challenges of Iraqi citizens to survive, while many of us are concerned about the weather and other less significant factors.
37 Anna beats Iraq to the top of the fold
Northern Iowan 103:45, p.7
Anna Nicole Smith's death replaces Iraq in the headlines for a week. Commentary on the Iraq War and the Bush administration.
38 New flag etiquette
Northern Iowan 103:45, p.1
Governor Culver ordered flags lowered in honor of Travis Vaughn, an Iowan killed in Iraq. The Governor plans to continue this tradition; photo.
39 Congress sends a strong message to President
Northern Iowan 103:41, p.6
The passage of a non-binding resolution by Congress sends a symbolic message to President Bush. The American people are demanding a change in Iraq war policies.
40 Bush belongs behind bars
Northern Iowan 103:40, p.5
Pentagon inspector general's report on faulty intelligence on the relationship between al Qaeda and Iraq noted and concerns of possible war with Iran.
41 Congress sends a strong message to President
Northern Iowan 103:40, p.1
Congress passed a non binding resolution renouncing the President's announcement claiming the need to send an addional 21,500 troops to Iraq; photo.
42 War in Iraq claims life of former UNI student
Northern Iowan 103:36, p.1
Stephen Shannon killed in Iraq; photo.
43 UNI student killed in Iraq
Northern Iowan 103:35, p.1
Stephen Daniel Shannon, a former UNI student, was killed by enemy fire in Iraq.
44 Short-sighted war man
Northern Iowan 103:31, p.8
Success of planned troop surge in Iraq questioned.
45 Can make a difference
Northern Iowan 103:30, p.6
Review of the current National Security Strategy urged.
46 The Culture Corner
Northern Iowan 103:29, p.6
Satire used in description of President Bush's new policy for Iraq. Comments on human interactions.
47 Dignitary in town
Northern Iowan 103:27, p.5
Prince Turki Al-Faisal, Saudi Arabia's ambassador to the United States, spoke on campus.
48 Democrats have a chance for change
Northern Iowan 103:26, p.5
Following the mid term elections, the Democratic Party holds the majority in both the U. S. House and Senate.
49 Anatomy of a hanging
Northern Iowan 103:22, p.7
Facts and explanation of how a person dies from hanging.
50 Saddam Hussein sentenced to death by hanging
Northern Iowan 103:22, p.1
The trial of Saddam Hussein has ended with a guilty verdict. Reactions vary; photo.
51 Cycling through the "no-spin zone"
Northern Iowan 103:15, p.5
Readers urged not to fall for the doom and gloom of Bill O'Reilly's recent comments; suggests seeking news from other sources and coming to individual conclusions.
52 Making up the rules as torture goes along
Northern Iowan 103:12, p.5
United States position on torture evaluated.
53 From UNI to Iraq
Northern Iowan 103:10, p.3
Eight UNI students, members of the National Guard or Army Reserve, have been called to serve in Iraq. UNI is very understanding in this sudden change in a student's life.
54 New bill aimed at reducing veteran suicide rates
Northern Iowan 103:3, p.1
Leonard Boswell first proposed H.R. 5771 on July 12, 2006. The bill deals with prevention of suicide by war veterans and is named for a Grundy Center native, Joshua Omvig.
55 Fox choosing to choke on mustard gas?
Northern Iowan 102:60, p.5
The latest weapons of mass destruction discussion is examined.
56 Washington facts continue to get garbled and delayed by spineless politicians and a condescending media
Northern Iowan 102:60, p.7
Presents background information on portions of the Iraq War.
57 Becoming taciturn
Northern Iowan 102:59, p.5
Has concerns on the war in Iraq.
58 Image makeover overdue
Northern Iowan 102:59, p.6
Torture of American service men in Iraq noted.
59 Watching the news and caring takes patience
Northern Iowan 102:56, p.3
Commentary on the author's interaction with a politician. The views of both on the Iraq war are shared.
60 Troops deserve unwavering support
Northern Iowan 102:50, p.8
Public urged to support our troops regardless of their feelings on the war.
61 War support waning==who cares?
Northern Iowan 102:48, p.8
Believes that those in military service are just doing a job and deserve no more respect than others who are doing other jobs.
62 Untitled
Northern Iowan 102:46, p.1
Montage of photos of student demonstrations for and against war in Iraq; photo.
63 Middle East focus: Iraq
Northern Iowan 102:45, p.5
Data relating to the country, its people, and its future.
64 The death of freedom of speech
Northern Iowan 102:41, p.7
Comments on recent attempts to prohibit demonstrations within three hundred feet of a funeral; believes that this is an infringement of freedom of speech and assembly.
65 Students, citizens gather at courthouse for reading of President Bush's indictments
Northern Iowan 102:33, p.3
Indictments for crimes against humanity were presented to the White House three weeks ago; photo.
66 Rethinking views on civilian deaths
Northern Iowan 102:32, p.6
Believes Iraqi civilian deaths hurt the war effort and make the US look bad.
67 U. S. takes advantage of Iraqi media
Northern Iowan 102:27, p.5
Wonders if Iraq will develop into a country like the United States or if they will do things their own way.
68 Parties must band together
Northern Iowan 102:25, p.5
Democrats and Republicans should put aside differences and personal emotions to decide course of action in Iraq war.
69 Veterans speak out against war today
Northern Iowan 102:22, p.1
Woody Powell and Al Zappala will speak about their opinions on war today in the Union; photo.
70 Iowa not half bad
Northern Iowan 102:19, p.5
Compare Iowa to Iraq, and Iowa doesn't seem bad at all.
71 UNI students get on the bus to protest Iraq war
Northern Iowan 102:2, p.4
UNI students invited to join a rally and march that will take place in Washington, D. C. in September.
72 Freedom's price
Northern Iowan 101:54, p.7
Editorial board feels proper planning should have been used to improve the current war in Iraq.
73 30th Anniversary of the fall of Saigon
Public Relations News Release 2004:0, p.1
Believes that lessons from Viet Nam can be applied to the current war in Iraq.
74 Anticipating a new father's return from the Middle East; UNI student gives birth to baby boy while father deployed in Iraq.
Northern Iowan 101:52, p.11
Janet Kramer gave birth to her son Braden during spring break; photo.
75 Who are we fighting now?
Northern Iowan 101:46, p.7
Feels that there needs to be an end to torture and imprisonment executed by some American soldiers to Iraqi citizens.
76 Wednesday, March 23
Public Relations News Release 2004:0, p.1
"Still Killing Us Softly" will be shown; David Buch will deliver a lecture; Sue Niederer will speak.
77 Examinations of news network Al-Jazeera
Northern Iowan 101:43, p.2
"Control Room" will be the next film in the Social Justice Film Series.
78 UNI grad killed on duty in Iraq
Northern Iowan 101:43, p.1
UNI alumnus Brian Gienau was killed in Iraq on February 27, 2005; photo.
79 The fight for other's freedom
Northern Iowan 101:36, p.5
Believes that the purpose of the current war in Iraq is to protect the American people from terrorism.
80 UNI staff sends phone cards overseas
Northern Iowan 101:29, p.2
Members of the UNI Association of Educational Office Professionals have sent sixteen phone cards to UNI ROTC alumni serving overseas.
81 WWJB: who would Jesus bomb?
Northern Iowan 101:29, p.5
Offers his opinions on the influence of religion on the decision to go to war with Iraq.
82 Isn't it ironic? Don't you think?
Northern Iowan 101:26, p.5
Examines irony in current political issues.
83 A bond that won't break
Northern Iowan 101:25, p.5
Urges readers to live life to the fullest and appreciate their families after recounting the story of a soldier who died in Iraq the same day his son was born.
84 Morality and religion discussed through politics
Northern Iowan 101:25, p.7
UNI-ACLU, the Department of Political Science, and the Women's Studies program host a forum regarding morality and the recent Presidential election.
85 Protesters urge audience to 'stand and be counted'
Northern Iowan 101:25, p.3
Presents perspectives on anti-war protest outside Maucker Union.
86 From Iraq to UNI; the duty of soldier, student
Northern Iowan 101:19, p.7
A UNI student back from serving in Iraq recounts his experiences; photo.
87 Soldiers make sacrifices at home, school
Northern Iowan 101:19, p.1
How the lives of soldiers change when they are called to active duty.
88 Student apathy abounds despite important issues
Northern Iowan 101:19, p.5
Republication of an earlier article on how important it is for students to vote.
89 Top Five List: Bush is bad, mmkay?
Northern Iowan 101:18, p.5
Explains top five reasons why citizens should not vote for George W. Bush.
90 America's skewed view of war
Northern Iowan 101:17, p.7
Takes a perspective on war and the loss of innocence.
91 Monday, Oct. 25
Public Relations News Release 2004:0, p.1
Gregory Bruess, Barbara Cutter, John Johnson, and Al Hays will speak about Iraq.
92 Facing the issues: foreign policy
Northern Iowan 101:16, p.4
Describes presidential candidates' positions on foreign policy issues; photo.
93 On campus
Northern Iowan 101:16, p.2
Meetings and events planned.
94 UNI professors to speak about conflict in Iraq
Public Relations News Release 2004:0, p.1
Will discuss student protests in the 1960s, gender and the post 9/11 world, Vietnam, and local conflict.
95 Sleepless nights over Iraq occupation
Northern Iowan 101:14, p.6
Professor Enshayan compares the Bush administration and the war in Iraq to his early experiences in Iran.
96 Bush acknowledges mistake
Northern Iowan 101:13, p.7
Examines situation in Iraq and what caused the United States to become involved.
97 Open letter to UNI students from a Vietnam era "survivor": Part Two
Northern Iowan 101:13, p.9
Professor Hays expresses opinions on draft deferments and America's current leadership.
98 Open letter to UNI students from a Vietnam era "survivor": Part One
Northern Iowan 101:11, p.9
Offers a brief history lesson on American public thought and opinion, as well as a personal account, from the Vietnam war era.
99 Willing to fight for Bush?
Northern Iowan 101:11, p.8
Urges students to support the peace movement regarding the war in Iraq.
100 Students 'die-in'
Northern Iowan 101:5, p.1
Participant protests war in Iraq outside Maucker Union; photo.