News & Commentary

Jun 25, 2026

He Created a Scholarship for Black Students. The University of Iowa Tried to Change It.

A recent Iowa Supreme Court decision helps protect Dr. Ezra Totton's legacy.

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Mar 08, 2023

Johnston Student Wins Our Mannheimer Youth Advocacy Award

Waverly is being honored for leading student protests and school board advocacy efforts for Johnston Community of Racial Equity (CORE).

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Feb 04, 2022

Scott County Using COVID Money for Juvenile Detention Center is Unlawful

The Scott County Board of Supervisors should NOT proceed with this new facility.

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Jan 27, 2022

Des Moines Students Win Our Mannheimer Youth Advocacy Award

Endí Montalvo-Martinez and Lyric Sellers helped end Des Moines Public Schools' SRO program.

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May 13, 2020

In Iowa, COVID-19 is Not an “Equal Opportunity” Disease

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