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Ron Paul supporters cheer at party after the Texas representative’s third-place finish at the Iowa Republican Caucus on Jan. 3, 2012.

LEGACY OF LEADERSHIP Caucuses fulfill same function, different process By Shannon.McCarty @iowastatedaily.com

owans are leaders in many areas, most notably for their prowess in picking out world leaders during the Iowa Caucus. The caucus became the national spectacle it is today in 1976, when littleknown Jimmy Carter surprised everyone by winning it. “The thing that really put the Iowa Caucuses on the map was almost accidental,” said Mack Shelley, professor of political science. Carter actually finished second behind uncommitted votes, but it was enough to put his name in the forefront of the 1976 presidential campaign. Carter went on to win the White House that November. “That made everybody in the media and within both parties start to pay more attention to the Iowa Caucuses,” Shelley said. The Iowa Caucus used to be a smaller and almost insignificant event without many serious conversations, Shelley said. In the late ‘60s and early ‘70s, a grass-

roots movement took place to change and democratize the process of both electing people to go on to the national convention, as well as discussing resolutions. The cause of this was the 1968 Democratic Party National Convention in Chicago, when opposition of the Vietnam War was at its height. Outside the convention, people were demonstrating for anti-war resolutions to be passed by delegates. The demonstrators were beaten and arrested by Chicago police, causing a large amount of negative media coverage for the Democratic Party. With the stain of the police riots, the Democrats lost the White House to Richard Nixon in 1968. Those against the war wanted to make sure something similar never happened again, which gave birth to the first modern Democratic caucus in 1972. Iowa set itself apart from every other state in 1972 by being the first state to caucus at the start of the year. By 1976, both parties in Iowa were hosting larger caucuses, with more people participating and more issues being discussed. Because each party is responsible for organizing and running its own caucus, each party has a different process. Democratic voters have a much more public process. Attendees of the Iowa Democratic

Caucus align themselves with their preferred candidate and form preference groups. During the forming of presidential preference groups, attendees can choose to declare themselves as uncommitted. After the first round of groups have been formed, the supporters in the groups with the least support realign with a more supported candidate. “The realignment process allows attendees to join another group, or acquire more people into a group in order to become more ‘viable,’” said Josh Levitt, the Iowa Democratic Party’s press secretary. Once all of the preference groups are considered to be viable, county delegates are elected by each group’s members. The winner of the caucus is the candidate who receives the most delegates elected to the county. After the completion of the presidential preference, Democratic caucusgoers elect Democratic Party precinct leaders. These precinct leaders are responsible for leading party-building efforts. “The Iowa caucuses on the Democratic side are important not just for presidential preference, but for party building, identifying local leaders and ensuring that people have the opportunity to have their voice heard,” Levitt said. Shelley said this is one reason the

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Same vaccines for international students, steeper timeline By Jake.Dalbey @iowastatedaily.com For international students, the flu shot isn’t the only vaccine they received this year. As flu season comes into full swing this fall, vaccines and health checkups are common occurrences among students as noses begin to drip and coughs become louder than ever. The flu vaccine isn’t where it stops for international students,

at least not the first time they enter the country. Although the vaccine process for foreign students may seem extensive, in reality this couldn’t be further from the truth; it just happens on a slanted timeline compared with U.S. natives. “All students, regardless of country of origin, [should] receive the flu vaccine,” said Kelly Frizzell, registered nurse of the Thielen Student Health Center. “There is virtually no difference

between shots required for international students versus native students.” Upon arrival at Iowa State, international students must undergo a traditional doctor’s visit similar to a normal physical for young adults, as well as receive the required vaccinations. These shots include immunizations for the flu, measles and meningitis.

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MacKay Hall sign stolen By Michael.Murrell @iowastatedaily.com The ISU Police Department is investigating the theft of the historical MacKay Hall sign at Iowa State. Authorities say the sign was stolen sometime between Aug. 25 and Oct. 23. ISU Police currently does not have any suspects, which is why it has decided to turn to the public for help. “One of the reasons we want-

ed to put this information out there on social media, as well as contacting other news sources, is because the most important thing is getting the sign back,” said Carrie Jacobs, deputy chief with ISU Police. Jacobs said the MacKay Hall sign was part of the original building built in 1911 that it is currently valued at about $2,000. That doesn’t count the historical value of the sign. Jacobs said construction in the area prevented the theft from being reported immediately be-

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The 104-year-old McKay Hall sign has been missing since the beginning of the semester.

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The full extent as to how much human trafficking occurs, the victims it accumulates and the money it garners in Iowa is unknown. With the state lacking in resources and knowledge, hard facts and data is hard to come by. Speaker Kraig Paulsen, RHiawatha, and Sen. Kevin Kinney, D-Oxford, met with leaders of human trafficking advocate organizations from around the state Wednesday to discuss what Iowa needs in order to better tackle the issue of modern-day slavery. The meeting at the capitol included an update on Iowa’s human trafficking legislation, as well as reports from representatives of the Iowa Attorney General’s Office and the Department of Public Safety. Iowa Code chapter 710A defines human trafficking as “participating in a venture to recruit, harbor, transport, supply provisions or obtain a person ... for forced labor that results in involuntary servitude, peonage, debt bondage or slavery or commercial sexual activity through the use of fraud or coercion,” unless the trafficked person is under the age of 18, when the presence of force, fraud or coercion is not needed for the situation to be considered trafficking. Kinney, who served nearly 30 years as deputy for the Johnson County Sheriff’s Department before taking office, said he has “seen firsthand what this does to people.” Representatives from the Legislative Services Agency shared background on Iowa’s human trafficking laws and updated the group on current legislation. Senate File 510 makes human trafficking a felony, a new feat. The bill, signed by the governor in June, also adds to the victim compensation fund to “train participants to recognize and report incidents of human trafficking and to suppress the demand that fosters exploitation of persons and leads to human trafficking.” A few suggestions provided to improve the way the state deals with trafficking included training law enforcement, prosecutors and legislators, increasing public awareness, allocating more funding into agencies to help victims and collect data, creating a statewide collaborative program and updating legislation to better prosecute buyers of commercial sex. Training law enforcement was one of the main points of discussion. There are some obvious signals of trafficking victims, but some groups of people who could intervene don’t know them, making the chances of helping a victim zip to zero, said Roxann Ryan with the Department of Public Safety. Curt Henderson of the Iowa State Patrol admitted he was once, “one of those officers who thought trafficking wasn’t a huge issue” and law enforcement hasn’t always been the most willing to get “on board,” when it comes to training or investigating into trafficking. “I have come to believe law enforcement needs to become the lead [in combating trafficking],” Henderson said, but that no law enforcement agency in the state is “adequately staffed.” Tom Ferguson with the Attorney General’s Office shared with the group information about a statewide program attempting to challenge the state’s prosecutors to focus on best practices of pre-trial, investigation and the actual trial, including how to best support the survivor during the process. “Most prosecutors across the state aren’t as knowledgeable about human trafficking victims,” he said. “Who is at risk? What are the forms of it? Warning signs? Where are resources available?” Teresa Downing-Matibag, director of the Iowa Network Against Human Trafficking and lecturer of sociology at Iowa State, shared an update of the network’s work, which included training foster

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Nov. 5 Youth Program: Caterpillar Club 10 to 11 a.m. at Reiman Gardens Join for winter storytelling and related crafts and activities. Materials are intended for children ages 2 to 7-years-old. Caterpillar Club is free for members and included with regular price of admission for the general public. Preregistration is required for groups larger than 10 and is highly recommended for everyone else.

Performance: Disney’s Beauty and The Beast 6:30 p.m., in Stephens Auditorium Experience the tale of Belle, a young, provincial girl, and Beast, the prince trapped in a spell in one of Disney’s bestloved musicals. Cyclone Cinema: Ant-Man 7 p.m., in Carver 101 The Student Union Board presents Cyclone CinemaShowings are free in Carver 101 at 7 and 10 p.m. every Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.

Cyclone Club Luncheon 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Reiman Ballroom in the Alumni Center

Lecture and performance: Joseph FireCrow 7 p.m., in the Sun Room of the Memorial Union

Guest speaker is head volleyball coach Christy JohnsonLynch; emcee is John Walters, radio voice of the Cyclones. No preregistration is required.

Joseph FireCrow is an accomplished Native American flute player and Grammy Awardwinning musician. FireCrow has released seven solo albums, five internationally, and is the recipient of seven Native American Music Awards. FireCrow is enrolled with the Northern Cheyenne tribe. In addition to performing, he will share his knowledge of traditional Plains Indian music.

Meeting: Professional and Scientific Council 2:10 to 4 p.m., in the Gallery of the Memorial Union The Professional and Scientific Council is a representative body elected by, and responsible to, Professional and Scientific employees at Iowa State University. Meetings are open to the public. Finding Funding: Using Campus Resources 3:30 to 5 p.m., at Parks Library Rebecca Jackson will demonstrate how to approach funding searches in the Foundation Center’s large non-profit database. Sue Shipitalo will show you how to use Pivot to search for opportunities and then receive funding alerts in your email. Sy m p o s i u m : Va cc i n e s Against Antigenically Variable Viruses 4 to 10 p.m., in the Gallery of the Memorial Union Antigenic variation is a roadblock to development of an effective vaccine against many human and animal viruses, such as HIV-1, influenza virus, and porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome virus. This symposium is built on an interdisciplinary approach that aims at fostering collaboration and broader application of recent discoveries.

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Student Government members meet Wednesday to discuss amendments to the spring election process, including the duties covered by several senate positions, as well as add a Campustown position.

StuGov dicusses election changes By Zach.Clemens @iowastatedaily.com

Student Government discussed a resolution to amend the bylaws that govern elections on campus. Student Government would change the bylaws to make them work more efficiently, and these changes would make the elections in the spring semester run smoother. The amendment would change the number of members of the election committee. The change would be from the current

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Opera: The Magic Flute 7:30 to 9:30 p.m., at Fisher Theater

Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Rob Hogg will campaign in Ames next week as part of his “climate solutions” tour. “The science is clear; we must urgently act to safeguard our people and our property from the dangers of climate change,” Hogg said. “The good news is we have many solutions that work for our workers, our businesses, our farmers and our health.” Details about the event

Live Music: David Ryan Harris with Tyler Lyle 8 p.m., at the Maintenance Shop in the Memorial Union Singer/songwriter David Ryan Harris has been challenging mainstream notions of black performers since fronting the Atlanta-based rock group Follow for Now in the late ‘80s. Once tabbed as the next Living Colour, the band actually drew from an even wider stylistic palette -- everything from Stevie Wonder-style soul to Bad Brains thrash to bluebeat bounce -- but didn’t enjoy similar success and broke up after releasing one eponymous album in 1991.

would include compiling budgets for all expenses. Student Government also read a resolution to make the Campustown constituency into an offcampus sub-constituency. “This is a big policy change,” said Sen. Danielle Nygard. This would allow a student interested in Student Government, and who lives in Campustown, to still serve, but the student would be part of the United Residents of Off-Campus when there is no vacancies with Campustown representatives.

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ISU Theater will perform “The Magic Flute.”The Magic Flute is currently the third most frequently performed opera in the world.

number of 10 members to no less than eight but no more than 12. The election commissioner would now be responsible for all investigations into violations of election laws as well as gathering evidence and presenting a case. The vice election commissioner, who previously had that responsibility, would now have the duty of all marketing and promotion of the campus elections. This would go beyond working with the public relations committee and

at Iowa State are listed below. Hogg will discuss advanced biorenewable research and technology while in Ames. WHO: State Sen. Rob Hogg, D-Cedar Rapids, 2016 U.S. Senate candidate WHAT: “Climate solutions” tour stop in Ames WHEN: 2:30 p.m. Wednesday WHERE: 1306 Elings Hall During his tour, Hogg will also make stops in Cedar Rapids, Pella, Coon Rapids, Carroll, Decorah, Charles City and Des Moines. Hogg is one of three

New members were elected to Ames City Council on Tuesday night, but the voter turnout among the student populated precincts was low. The Union Drive Community Center and Maple Hall were two on-campus locations that ISU students had the opportunity to vote at. These locations fall under Ward 4, where 9,424 Ames voters were registered. At the UDCC, 22 of the

more than 9,000 registered voters cast a ballot. Only nine people cast their vote at Maple Hall. One location near campus, the Memorial Lutheran Church, is also within Ward 4. There, 293 of the Ames registered voters cast a ballot in the City Council elections. Of the 54,176 registered voters, 7,104 cast ballots from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. in Story County for various city elections. The turnout comes to 13.11 percent of registered voters in the county. The at-large seat on the

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Democratic candidates for U.S. Senate looking to challenge longtime U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley.

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The Professional and Scientific Council will meet Thursday. Find out what they will talk about through the story on the Iowa State Daily website and app.

council went to Bronwyn Beatty-Hansen, who earned 53.19 percent at 2,499 votes. Her opponent, Matt Converse, earned 2,191 or 46.64 percent. The Ward 2 race was between Chris Nelson and Dan DeGeest, with Nelson taking the seat with 59.23 percent of the vote, or 555 votes. DeGeest earned 381 votes measuring 40.66 percent of the total. Incumbent Tim Gartin ran unopposed for Ward 4 and earned 96.81 percent of the vote with 1,427 votes. Write-in votes earned the other 3.19 percent.

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ACCESS to help the pets of victims Individuals seeking assistance to leave an abusive situation can now find help for furry companions By Alia.Mortenson @iowastatedaily.com Assault Care Center Extending Shelter & Support is undergoing a project to include services for the pets of the victims of domestic violent situations. ACCESS will offer foster care for animals that would usually be left behind when a victim flees from a situation of violence. Angie Schreck, executive director of ACCESS, explained that this tends to be cause for concern for domestic violence victims. When a victim flees a situation of violence, her pets are sometimes at risk for abuse and even fatality from the abuser in the hopes of getting the victim to come back. In order to prevent this, campus ACCESS representative Lori Allen said they have been working with College of Veterinary Medicine to create the means of transportation for receiving and retrieving animals and finding them temporary homes. All animals, with the

exception of exotic animals, are completely eligible. “If you have 20 cats, we will do our best,” Schreck said. According to Vet Med College, they will play a role in this program by updating the medical records of pets, as well as giving them shots, flea and tick treatments and heartworm testing. The college is also responsible for finding and sourcing out foster homes for the animals for any period of time. If longer than six weeks of fostering is needed, Vet Med may relocate the animal to a new foster home. All foster homes are on a volunteer basis. Schreck said the ACCESS webpage, www.assaultcarecenter.org, is currently being remodeled in order to be more userfriendly and will be including information for the pet program and how to use it. ACCESS runs on an eligibility forum in which the client chooses when to be considered a victim. Schreck said that when the client has decided that she is a victim, she is eligible for any and all of the programs

and resources offered by ACCESS. All resources are completely free to anyone and everyone in need of them. Schreck said how the resources and programs are implemented is situationally based on whether or not the client is able to leave the situation and come to ACCESS. If a client has decided she is a victim but choose to stay in the home one more night, they can call ACCESS to retrieve her pets and put them out of harm’s way. ACCESS would prefer that the clients bring their pets or even themselves to their facilities in order to receive their help. However, if necessary, Iowa State University Police Department and the Ames Police Department can come and retrieve clients and/or their animals. As well as being completely free, ACCESS’s programs are completely confidential. The 24-hour crisis line 1-800-203-3488 is open for use 24/7, as well as their response team. ACCESS and its resources are available to those who need and/or

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A dog waits to be played with during Sigma Labda Gamma’s Rent-a-Puppy. Assault Care Center Extending Shelter & Support offers a foster program for the pets of victims of domestic violence.

want them. The organization has locations in five different counties, including Story County. Schreck said ACCESS helps everyone who believes they are a victim, including those involved in situations of domestic violence and rape.

ACCESS also specializes in advocacy, community education and many other services in regards to domestic abuse and sexual assault. The shelter has 18 beds in Ames, which acts as a safety zone for any individual and her family in a violent or dangerous situ-

Parenting styles predict use of violent games By Ashley.Green @iowastatedaily.com A study co-authored by an ISU associate dean found that violent video game play by children may be a product of their parents. A consumer research study concerning how parenting styles influence their children’s violent video game play was performed recently at Iowa State. The study was led by Interim Associate Dean of Marketing Russell Laczniak and three staff members of other universities: Doug Walker of Kansas State University, Deanne Brocato of Utah State University and Les Carlson of the University of Nebraska. The initial idea came from Brocato and Laczniak, who attended a workshop held by the Psychology Department on the impact of media violence on society. Brocato and Laczniak were interested in the children within society. “We saw that there seemed to be some, at least what we thought to be, harmful effects,” Laczniak said in regard to media violence. Brocato and Laczniak spoke with Carlson, with whom Laczniak had previously researched parental

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Researchers revealed a link between overprotective parents and their children playing violent video games.

style and its influence on children’s consumption of violent media. For the study, a focus was placed on one form of consumption: the consumption of violent video games. Once Brocato and Laczniak joined the project, they sought help from Walker with the data analysis. Over 200 families volunteered in the study. By working with a research firm that is able to reach over 10,000 families, they were able to narrow down their search to families that had children between the ages of 8 and 12.

The style of parenting in the families was determined by an Internet questionnaire. The questions were not upfront, but the way the parents answered determined general tendencies. The study found that parents restrictive toward their children, as well as parents who were open in communication with their children played less video games. Kyle Ferguson, freshman in software engineering, found the correlation to be interesting. He would describe his parents as most like the open communica-

tion type. “I play violent video games, but it’s not what I look for in a video game,” Ferguson said. Something that surprised the co-authors was the link between overprotective parents and their children playing more violent video games. Their parenting style backfires in preventing their children from playing violent video games, although the coauthors remain unsure as to why that would be. “We did some additional analysis to try and figure that out,” Laczniak said of their findings. “The effect

is particularly pronounced for first-born boys, more so than girls.” This is perhaps because as parents become more protective their children may rely more on their peers as influencers. The findings may prompt a future study, Laczniak said. One thing they do know is that first-born boys are most susceptive to peerinfluence compared with their younger siblings. The study didn’t go into what could become of children who often play violent video games, but a previous study co-authored by Craig Anderson, distinguished professor of psychology, looked at the relationship between kids who play violent video games and problematic behaviors. The study was a metaanalysis of over 300 different studies concerning the topic. The meta-analysis found there is a tendency for children who often play violent video games to engage in problematic behaviors. An example of a problematic behavior would be getting into a fight at school. While not all children who play violent video games engage in problematic behavior, there is a tendency for the children to have a build up of aggressive cognitions.

Beanie Babies bring awareness By Jaki.Cavins @iowastatedaily.com Brightly colored balloons and a plethora of Beanie Babies will fill the normally stark and stoic Polk County Courthouse for the Beanie Baby Drive for Adoption on Nov. 7. It all started in 1995 when, according to childwelfare.gov, thenPresident Bill Clinton expanded what was once Adoption Week, instigated by Ronald Reagan, into Adoption Awareness Month. Every year since, the president of the United States has made a proclamation in early November to kickstart its beginning in hopes of encouraging and recognizing adoption. Promoting awareness as well as building a positive outlook on adoption are major priorities during the month. Campaigns, celebrations and events to raise awareness such as the

Beanie Baby Drive occur to show appreciation to families with adopted children. Originating in California, the Beanie Baby Drive for Adoption was started to help decrease the backlog of adoptions. It was a success and has since grown into a national event. For 14 years it has been held in Des Moines, taking place at the Polk County Courthouse from 8:30 a.m. to noon. People of all ages have attended in the past and around 300 people come from out of town each year to participate. Lawyer Michelle Becker has worked with the Des Moines Beanie Baby Drive for Adoption for seven years. “This year we have about 28 families that adopted 40 kids,” Becker said. She described how significant and different the day is for the kids who have been through the foster care system. The courtroom, which

they normally dread is transformed into a brightly decorated festival. “We plaster it with Beanie Babies, they are everywhere,” Becker said. Crafts galore, music and a heaping supply of fuzzy stuffed animals welcome any child who attends. The day is one filled with festivities, including a visit from Miss Iowa. Becker noted that unfortunately the need for families for children in foster care is definitely growing. Adoption Awareness Month and events like the Beanie Baby Drive for Adoption hope to decrease these numbers and shine a light on the fact that there are children who do not have families or homes. The Beanie Baby Drive for Adoption event is meant to provide adopted children with a day to feel appreciated, joyful and care-free. Kai McGee from Iowa

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The Beanie Baby Drive for Adoption takes place in November in Des Moines and turns the Polk County Courthouse into a festival for adopted children.

Care Center talked about the importance of events like the Beanie Baby Drive for Adoption and Adoption Awareness month in general.

“There are quite a few children in Iowa who are very much in need of a family,” McGee said. “I believe that every child deserves a safe, loving family.”

ation. The organization is open to anyone who feels she needs help escaping or solving a violent situation. “No victim should feel that they have to stay. Ever,” Schrek said. “Every victim, their children and now even their pets can find safety with the help of ACCESS.”

VACCINES p1 A reason for the need for homogeneity between students is due to a more connected world; people travel and study around the world more freely than they ever have before. “We live in a small world; people are constantly visiting other countries,” Frizzell said. ”Therefore we recommend anyone who’s traveled outside of the country to take the examination and vaccine.” When conducting the physical examinations, not only are physicians looking for normal health risks, but also for the possibility of more serious illnesses that tend to affect international students in particular, such as tuberculosis. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention states that nearly 60 percent of all cases of tuberculosis during 2013 in America were transported by those who lived outside of the United States. These areas include China, Russia, South Africa and Peru, all of which have tuberculosis elimination teams based in their own country. Frizzell explained that students who have or are believed to have contracted the disease are treated immediately with medication and asked to stay clear of other students. If the disease is thought to be serious and is discovered, the student will be taken immediately into medical care. While the vaccines international students receive are the same for domestic students, the cost is higher for international students because they aren’t use to the United State’s large health care costs. After treatment, issues including the costs of health care in America are often burdening for international students. American citizens are currently on their way to paying close to $10,000 a year in health care costs, according to Forbes, with Chinese citizens paying much less in their native country, due to an increased population and wage gap. Bochen Li, a freshman in mechanical engineering and an international student from China, has felt the effects of higher insurance costs when compared with his home. ”If I were to get a toothache in America, it would cost me a couple thousand dollars to fix,” Li said. “In China it costs far less and I don’t need an appointment with a doctor.”

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Ben Carson was one of multiple Republican presidential candidates who thought the recent debate tried to create a fight among candidates.

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Columnist Lawson argues that while Barbie started strong when it first hit the market in 1959, the #unapologetic campaign launched by Mattel has had its ups and downs. While the campaign’s idea of putting Barbie on the cover of Sports Illustrated was distasteful, its new doll lines featuring superheroes are positive.

Barbie still missing the point Mattel’s campaign needs to focus more on empowering girls By Angelica.Lawson @iowastatedaily.com

arbie and the Mattel brand have seen brighter days since the market introduction of Barbie in 1959, when the Barbie brand was targeted to only girls. The brand started strong; Barbie’s clothes were designed in the image of Christian Dior, and her body shape has reflected the ideal shape for couture clothing. But over the years, Barbie has been the target of media fire for the clothes and versions of Barbie that have made their way to the market. Barbie’s 50th anniversary took place in February 2014, and the company made the unintelligent choice to celebrate the milestone by putting Barbie on the cover of the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit edition. And let’s not forget to buy the special edition Barbie, which is, of course, sold separately. The Sports Illustrated cover was the beginning of the #unapologetic campaign that Mattel started for Barbie. The Sports Illustrated cover part of the campaign did not go over well, but many others have. A study done by Tara L. Kuther and Erin McDonald about early adolescents’ experiences with Barbie and their views of the doll put 90

boys and girls between 10 to 14 years old into two groups. The kids were asked about their experiences with Barbies, how they felt about Barbies and what types of play they engaged in with their Barbies. They also offered solutions to “fix” Barbie. Some suggested creating a fat Barbie, so overweight women wouldn’t feel sad when playing with Barbies. The older groups mentioned how Barbies affect self-image and the health of young girls. This is just one of Barbie’s problems. They can’t sit here and say you are unique, the dolls are created by girls for girls. No girl in the company’s targeted market buys Sports Illustrated. You have a doll that young girls have played with and modeled their lives after sitting next a very slim, photoshopped and nearly naked woman. This type of placement does not communicate a strong, confident and proud young lady. Instead, these types of placements encourage low self-esteem and only support the people who do not like and will not buy Barbies for the children in their lives. With the Sports Illustrated cover in the past, Barbie launched a new career doll that got several people excited about the brand again. Entrepreneur Barbie was introduced to the market, and people were elated. Mattel has launched several career-themed dolls that reflect the current time and careers that are becoming more popular for women. But these dolls still raise questions. I don’t know about you, but the

day I see a nurse making rounds in pink high heels will be the day that I bow down to Mattel for predicting the future. These are not real expectations. Barbie announced in February that it will also launch a SuperHero “Barbie in Princess Power” line. The doll will still maintain the iconic Barbie-ness but will have a super hero outfit. The line is in response to a survey of more than 2,400 participants between the ages of 3 to 10. The survey found that 90 percent of the participants wanted more superhero dolls for girls. Mattel more recently launched a new Barbie commercial, which was picked up by Upworthy, a website devoted to viral internet content. The commercial is about breaking down gender roles with Barbie. It’s unique, and I appreciate the message. This is what I think the “Unapologetic” campaign should be focusing on — not putting the Barbie product on the cover of a sexualized publication. Barbie is one of the most successful toy brands of the 20th century. It is iconic and holds a different meaning to those who have embraced one. Barbie should focus its efforts on encouraging the boys and girls who play with its toys. Shattering gender roles can help remove the image that Barbie is bad for you and demeaning. Barbie can once again become a childhood staple. It’s time to evolve past the accessories and focus on the imaginations and creativity that will ignite the young minds of tomorrow’s leaders.

Genetic testing for disease needs regulation By Courtney.Carstens @iowastatedaily.com Genetic testing has started to play an active role in the health care field to help predict the likelihood of a patient being diagnosed with a terminal illness such as cancer, and/or to help make a particular medical treatment work better for the individual in need. While I believe this new type of testing could help a number of individuals who have familiar vulnerabilities to various diseases, I also believe we need regulation on such an improvement so we do not become completely reliant on this new process. Many professionals in the medical field, including Joshua M. Sharfstein, former secretary of the Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, agree with my stance and believe regulations are needed on this type of advancement. Since Obama initiated a $215 million budget for technologies that would encourage the creation of specific custommade medical treatment, we need to ensure that these technologies are being used ethically and safely. The way to do this is through regulations. Although I believe this technology is very helpful and a positive advancement in the medical field, parameters must be set for safety and ethical reasons. One example of success

from the genetic tests is Angelina Jolie. Eryn Brown of the Los Angeles Times reported that this well-known celebrity had a breast removal surgery because of a DNA genetics test. The results showed that Jolie had about an 84 percent chance of being diagnosed with breast cancer. Jolie’s DNA also showed that she had one of the two main strands of DNA called BRCA1 and BRCA2, which can help determine the likelihood of a woman being daignosed with breast cancer. Jolie isn’t the first celebrity who has undergone a surgery because of negative DNA test results. But when she went through with her mastectomy because of her potential to be diagnosed with breast cancer, it sparked a trend in favor of genetic testing as a preventative measure. We need to make sure we are not using this technology for all the “my great-great grandma had a breast cancer scare so I probably will too” cases doctors often face. Lisa Cooper, a doctor at John Hopkins, said, “Biological markers, social factors and environmental exposure all figure heavily in a person’s health.” A person’s DNA doesn’t always determine the likelihood of that person getting a type of illness. Doctors and patients need to understand that genetic tests will not be the answer to all of their prayers, despite the current craze.

Candidates shouldn’t be able to alter debate Answering the hard questions is practically in the job description for Republican presidential candidates. But in light of the recent CNBC debate, the candidates seem to be admitting that the questions being asked are just a bit too much. After what some might call a train wreck of a debate, the candidates themselves are saying they want greater control over how the debates are structured and executed, which would diminish the purpose of the debates. Some of the suggestions coming from the candidates vary from number of contenders on the stage to length of time they have to speak to the actions of the moderators. The argument is that the debates are to get to know the candidates, not start a cage match. But if the candidates were truly following that definition, they wouldn’t be defining a debate at all. A debate is defined as a conversation in which opposing arguments are put forth. The time to get to know the candidates takes place during their campaign trails, and the time to figure out how all of the candidates’ views differ from one another is during the various debates. Putting that point aside, the other huge issue that arises is the possibility of allowing the candidates to have a say about their questions and how they interact with their fellow candidates on the big issues during debates. If voters can’t count on the debates to accurately compare the candidates’ unscripted views, how will an accurate decision on who to vote for ever be reached? One of the main points of contention from the candidates about the CNBC debate was how the moderators posed their questions. Ben Carson, Donald Trump and Ted Cruz all felt that the debate was structured to cause a “cage match” between the candidates. And yes, for TV’s sake, there was some intentional dramatization. It is, after all, a presidential debate, which doesn’t always draw the younger demographic. So adding some extra fireworks is a TV strategy. But in a sense, the moderators asked questions on behalf of the public. One of the reasons Trump did so well in the polls this summer was because he was saying what Americans want to hear. The moderators acted in a similar way, asking questions that would clearly highlight the vast differences among all of the Republican candidates. The presidential campaign thus far has had its fare share of fighting words and controversial actions, which makes determining who is truly the best person to take office in 2016 that much more difficult. Allowing the candidates to alter the live discussion of a debate would only further convolute the campaigns.

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Columnist Carstens believes genetic testing as a preventive tool needs to be regulated through evaluation for safety and ethical standards, and is not the answer to all problems. The high cost of genetic testing makes it unaffordable for many people.

And while the tests are trending, they are also expensive. According to Forbes.com, the cost of the average genetic testing administered by a physician ranges from $300 to $3,500. These costs are so high because while the tests are readily available to the public, the time it takes to finish them is long, they are varied, and as of right now, they are not popular methods to take.

Genetic DNA testing is a positive medical tool that can help many individuals either determine the likelihood they have of getting a possible disease or illness, or help tailor specific treatments to that patient. While this medical ad vancement is available, we must enforce regulations and ensure doctors don’t just start handing out genetic tests as a way of preventing potential medical issues.

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Cyclones ready for action Men’s basketball to play exhibition game Friday By Chris.Wolff @iowastatedaily.com A long offseason will finally come to an end for the ISU men’s basketball team when players step onto the hardwood at Hilton Coliseum for an exhibition game against Grand Valley State on Friday night. The consensus among the team is clear: It’s about damn time. Weeks of practicing and scrimmaging each other has the players primed and ready to go against a real opponent. “It’s like playing against your brother,” said senior Georges Niang. “It’s that time of the year where you honestly just get sick of playing against the same person every day.” The practices and scrimmages have been intense in the weeks leading up to the season. First-year ISU coach Steve Prohm’s emphasis on improving defensively has led to some heated competitions. “There hasn’t been any real fights, but we’ve almost had seven, eight and that’s more than we’ve had since I’ve been here,” said Naz Mitrou-Long. No punches have been thrown. It’s nothing personal, just competitiveness.

When they walk off the practice floor, everybody is cool with each other. But those practices have been passionate. Burton has acted as one of the main instigators. Per transfer rules, Burton will have to sit out the beginning of the season. As a result, he is spending his practices on the second team, where he pesters the starters. “I could tell you how much I hate Deonte Burton [right now],” Niang joked, “but when he’s out there doing it to [an opponent], I’ll be pretty happy.” Burton’s absence at the beginning of the season opens up spots for others who are trying to claim rotation spots. The core of Jameel McKay, Monté Morris, Niang, Mitrou-Long, Abdel Nader and Matt Thomas is pretty well set. The question mark is the other players who will be coming in off the bench as the seventh, eighth and ninth men to help fill out the rotation. Friday night marks an opportunity for the likes of Hallice Cooke, Jordan Ashton and Simeon Carter to make their cases. “Any opportunity you get to play in front of the team, in front of the coaches, throw in the fans too in a real-life environment of what Hilton magic has to offer, it’s a huge opportunity,” Mitrou-Long said. Prohm understands the makeup of his team and is looking at the exhibition game as a way to evaluate

NAZ MITROU-LONG INJURY UPDATE Naz Mitrou-Long is still on the recovery trail after offseason hip surgery. Mitrou-Long is still “hit or miss,” said ISU coach Steve Prohm. Prohm added that Mitrou-Long would practice one day and sit out the next, not wanting to overwork his recovering body. “I’m where I thought I would be,” Mitrou-Long said. “I think Friday is another big indicator for me. This past scrimmage we played well. I did my thing, I felt good out there.” Prohm said Mitrou-Long would not necessarily be under a minutes restriction, but he hopes he’ll be able to play 25-28 minutes.

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some of his inexperienced players in a live-action setting. “These six [experienced] guys are so experienced [as to] where the other guys, you’re not trying to compare them, you’re just trying to fit in

Redshirt junior guard Deonte Burton attempts a dunk during Hilton Madness at Hilton Coliseum on Oct. 16. The Cyclones will hit the court for an exhibition game against Grand Valley State on Friday.

seven, eight, nine [rotation spots],” Prohm said. “Those guys don’t have to be heroes, they just have to do things the right way. Be competitive defensively, make open shots [and] just be a part of the team.”

In addition to younger players and transfers getting their first real experience at Hilton Coliseum in a live-game setting, so too will Prohm. “It’s probably most important for me just to

get a feel of how everything works over here,” Prohm said. “I got an experienced group, so it’ll be good for me just to get over here and play — understand the kind of lay of the land, play in front of a crowd.”

141-pound question remains for ISU By Ben.Visser @iowastatedaily.com ISU wrestling is staring down a 141-pound question mark. The roster is all but filled out, and still the question looms: whether to wrestle sophomore Dante Rodriguez or redshirt him this season and move redshirt junior John Meeks into the 141-pound slot. Wrestling isn’t like most sports, where a coach has two options for the same position and can substitute them in and out. Each weight class needs just one wrestler so he has a chance to qualify for the NCAA tournament. “I feel like we still have two quality guys,” said ISU coach Kevin Jackson. “Instead of getting three years out of the two of them, I could stretch it to four if I get a redshirt out of Dante.”

Wrestling isn’t a big money maker for the university, either. Having two wrestlers, both on scholarship, filling out one spot is a waste of money for the program. That’s why extending Rodriguez’s tenure could be beneficial for ISU wrestling. But only if Meeks is up for the challenge. Meeks will be the one to wrestle this weekend as the Cyclones travel to No. 5 Virginia Tech, Jackson said. However, ISU wrestling won’t be flip-flopping the two wrestlers because it’d be a waste money to have one sit on the bench. The team also wants to give one of the two the opportunity to win an automatic qualifier for the NCAA tournament — and constantly trading places is a strategy counterintuitive to that goal. Rodriguez is ranked No. 17 at the 141-pound

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Redshirt junior John Meeks helps Iowa State defeat Virginia Tech in a January 2014 meet. Meeks and sophomore Dante Rodriguez are being considered for the 141-pound weight class this year.

weight class, according to InterMat.com, so he seems like the obvious choice. But getting that extra year out of him could prove beneficial to the Cyclones. The problem with the plan to redshirt Rodriguez is that he simply doesn’t want to do it. He believes he’s the

best wrestler at 141 pounds for Iowa State. “He really wants to wrestle,” Jackson said. “He believes he gives us the best chance to win.” The season is coming up quick, and there is still time to redshirt Rodriguez if that’s the direction Jackson elects to go. It’s hard keep-

ing Rodriguez off the mat, though. While Meeks is capable, Rodriguez was second on the team in pins last season. “I guess it’s not up to my decision,” Rodriguez said. “Me and coach are still talking about it, in his eyes it’s different, in my eyes it’s different. I’m just a competitor. I would like to be out there competing with my team.” A decision could be made as soon as Sunday depending on how Meeks wrestles at Virginia Tech. The Cyclones won’t have much time to decide, as they have two meets Nov. 12. If they’re going use a redshirt on Rodriguez, the Cyclones will want to do it soon so Meeks doesn’t miss out on any matches that could help him qualify for the NCAA tournament. This is a tough spot for teammates to be in, so having the

right mindset is key. “Train, do what we have to do, and both of us will be ready either way,” Meeks said. Rodriguez’s dad always used to tell him he can be a friend off the mat, but when he’s on the mat, everyone else is an enemy. “I have a good team relationship with [Meeks], I have nothing against him,” Rodriguez said. “But obviously when it comes to a spot and showing that it’s my weight class and that I’m here to stay, obviously that’s what I have to bring to the table when he comes on the mat.” They are friends off the mat, they are teammates, and they say they’ll be rooting for each other like they would for any other teammate — no matter who gets the spot. But the competition will remain fierce until a final decision is made.

Offensive reps increase, Warren nears milestone, Lazard heals By Ryan.Young @iowastatedaily.com The ISU offense got a lot of reps in against Texas on Saturday. By the end of the 24-0 rout of the Longhorns, Iowa State ran 92 total plays — almost 20 more than the Big 12 conference average — and incurred four offensive penalties in the game. And when the team took the practice field Monday, players could definitely feel it. “I think when you play 96 snaps as an offense on Saturday, you are going to be a little tired on Monday,” said ISU coach Paul Rhoads. “Pair that with the

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ISU quarterback Joel Lanning prepares for the snap against Texas on Saturday night.

time change — I don’t know about you, but I was tired Monday. I didn’t play 96 snaps. It felt like I did.” Rhoads said he has adjusted to the unusually high play count in practice too,

easing up on the players when he felt he needed to. By Tuesday, though, he said the team was essentially back to normal. And while the Cyclones work back to full strength ahead of Saturday’s game against No. 14 Oklahoma, the team’s momentum continues to build. “It built throughout the week,” Rhoads said. “I thought we started a little sluggish, but every day we’ve gotten better, and I think tonight has been pretty sharp.” Warren closing in on benchmark Redshirt freshman Mike Warren is inching toward a new benchmark. Heading into the Oklahoma game this weekend, Warren

sits just 46 yards away from eclipsing 1,000 total rushing yards on the season, looking to become the first Cyclone since 2009 to get there. “[There are] no guarantees on that yet,” Rhoads said. “We’re working to stay healthy and to get that done.” Rhoads added to what Warren’s performance means for the offense as a whole. “Getting to that spot generally means that you’re running the ball with some efficiency,” Rhoads said. “We certainly have since the third game of the season. I think everybody has an eye on it, and it is important to us.” Allen Lazard nearly

healthy Before the Baylor game Oct. 24, Allen Lazard suffered a shoulder injury in practice. The injury sidelined Lazard against the Bears, but he was able to make his return the next week against Texas. While he clearly wasn’t quite at full strength against the Longhorns, both Rhoads and Lazard feel confident that he will be ready to go against the Sooners. When asked about his progress with his shoulder Wednesday, Lazard waved off the question. He’s not focused on his injury. “Like I said before, Mitchell Meyers has cancer,” Lazard said. “I’ll be

fine.” Meyers last saw action for the Cyclones last season, but had to take a leave of absence after he was diagnosed with Hodgkin’s Lymphoma last year. And even though he isn’t currently with the team, Lazard said he still finds inspiration from Meyers while he recovers. “I’ve drawn a lot [from Meyers],” Lazard said. “Even before my injury. And not even with football, just in life in general. Whether I’m going through a hard time, I just know that there’s someone else out there that’s struggling a lot harder than me. With the position that I’m in, I’ve been blessed a lot in life.”

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Political comedian to bring show to ISU By Michaela.Ramm @iowastatedaily.com Comedian and political satirist Bill Maher will host a stand-up comedy show at 8 p.m. Saturday at Stephens Auditorium. Tickets range between $25 and $90, and seats are still available. Tickets are available for purchase via Midwestix and can be purchased from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday at the Iowa State Center Ticket Office. Maher is best known for his show “Real Time with Bill Maher,” which airs weekly on HBO, and “Religulous,” a documentary that spoofs on extremist religions across the world. Before becoming a well-known television host, Maher was a child who knew he wanted to be a comedian. “I was a very young kid when I already knew what I wanted to do in this world,” he said. “I was way too shy to ever share this with anybody, but all through my childhood I knew when I got out of school, I was going to try to be a comedian.”

Maher said he strived to be like his father, the “living room comedian.” “I think that’s just a natural thing, to want to emulate the things that you like about your parents and you see what makes them popular,” he said. With his shyness, Maher still worked on his comedy. He said if he could get the teacher at school to laugh, it was a tremendous advantage. Comedy was not the only goal in Maher’s life. He said he also knew from a young age that he wanted to be on TV. “When I was a kid, I imagined myself in a traditional talk show,” he said. “Johnny Carson was the reigning king of comedy and he was a hero of mine.” Maher’s goals began to shift as he grew up, and he gained an interest in politics. “But as I got older, I liked doing political material more,” he said. “It was more challenging. I think if I had wound up doing a normal talk show, it would bore me to death.” As for his comedy, Ma-

her said he was never a comedian who did the trivial sort of humor. “I’ve always liked to talk about things that matter like politics and religion,” Maher said. “You know, [what] no one wants to talk about at a polite dinner party.” Real Time With Bill Maher first aired in February 2013. It airs live at 10 p.m. EST Friday and typically features a panel of guests to discuss current events or issues. Maher previously hosted “Politically Incorrect” from 1993 until its cancellation in 2002. The late-night political talk show ran four nights a week and had a similar format as “Real Time with Bill Maher.” Maher said since his current show is only on TV once a week, the show itself is better than any single show of “Politically Incorrect.” “The panel is not a bunch of whoever we could get; the panel is smart people,” Maher said. “You may not always agree with them, but they’re people who know their stuff and who could talk about [subjects]

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in an intelligent way.” At its core, “Real Time” is entertainment, so Maher works to make it entertaining. During the week when preparing for a show, Maher thinks about the audience who chooses to watch the show. “I always think, ‘OK, that person is watching on Friday night for the recap of the week in an entertaining way. I want to make sure that I include everything that I think was important to know that happened that week.’ Then, make it entertaining,” Maher said. Maher said “Real Time”

only covers topics that are important. He said he believes the media doesn’t talk about things that are important. Things that are important, he said, are “where the real issues are” such as climate change, income inequality and health care. “I don’t spend a lot of time on stories the media covers,” Maher said. “I haven’t spent a hell of a lot of time talking about Hillary [Clinton]’s emails because I don’t think it matters and I don’t think it’s an issue.” Maher said he chooses and discusses topics of importance because it affects real lives.

Trio of bands to perform at DG’s Tap House By Jacob.Beals @iowastatedaily.com

year with Nova Labs. It has performed at many venues around the area, including DG’s Tap House and the T h e C a n d y m a k e r s , Iowa Music Store. The Maytags and Secret Lead singer Wally Freedom will perform at 9 Neal said the band’s style p.m. Thursday at DG’s Tap is always finding variety House. as the group continues to Admission is free and develop. open to attendees 21 and He said the band is older. working on a more intiD u s t i n S m i t h , T h e mate sound compared with Magic-Flute Poster.qxp_Layout 1 10/15/15 9:20 AM Page its 1 Maytag’s lead singer, said soul sound in its first this performance will be album. filled with soul, rock, MoNeal shared his excitetown and blues. ment for the upcoming Local Ames band Se- show and getting to open cret Freedom will open for both groups. the night. The band re“I’m just really happy leased its first album last to be opening for two great,

soulful, funky bands,” Neal said. “[They’re] definitely two of my favorite bands in Iowa, and I’m just happy to share the stage with them.” Des Moines band The Maytags, who recently released an EP titled “Nova,” will play next. The group joined in 2014 after finding each other in their local music scene. Smith and many of the other members have a background in jazz that has transitioned into other styles such as soul and rock. Smith said the band’s song-developing process is

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very collaborative because of the variety of music the members of the group enjoy. “I hope that when people listen to our music that they can grab something and gain something for themselves,” Smith said. “I hope that if they are at a show that they can take a moment to just shut off from everything else [and] just be themselves and have a moment of clarity.” The Candymakers, a rock, soul and blues group from the Quad Cities, will headline the night. The show at DG’s will mark the group’s fifth show on its

2015 fall tour, which consists of dates around the Midwest and Colorado. The Candymakers have released two albums since their start as a band in 2010, with the most recent album titled “Ridiculous.” According to its website, the band is a “Rock N’ Soul” group that keeps an old-style sound but adds a modern twist. The band has been a semifinalist in the International Blues Challenge. For more information about the show, visit the event’s Facebook page and DG’s Tap House’s website for the event.

Family of the Year to feature indie rock at M-Shop

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Californian indie rock band Family of the Year will perform at 9 p.m. Saturday at the Maintenance Shop. Tickets are $12 with a student ID and $18 for the Magic-Flute Poster.qxp_Layout 1 10/15/15 9:20 AM Page 1 public, with a $2 increase the day of the show. Tickets can be purchased at the Maintenance Shop box office or Magic-Flute Poster.qxp_Layout 1 10/15/15 9:20 AM Page 1 online via Midwestix. Courtesy of Family of the Year Family of the Year received a significant amount California’s Family of the Year will perform Saturday at the M-Shop. of public exposure in 2009 by opening for Ben Folds at and the Magnetic Zeros, lege Music Journal Festival]” Boston’s Symphony Hall. being named oneISU of Theatre Spin inpresents New York City. At the time, the band also magazine’s “25 Must-Hear Since then, the band toured with Edward Sharpe Artists from the [2009 Col- has released three albums,

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appeared on a variety of talk shows such “Conan” and “The Tonight Show with Jay Leno” and has shared the stage with many big name acts, including Mumford & Sons, Walk the Moon and Fun. The group’s self-titled third album was released in September. Icelandic indie folkrock band Kaleo will open the show. The band has quickly made a name for itself by performing at a variety of music festivals such as Bonnaroo, Austin City Limits and Summerfest. “Our crowds in Iceland were normally people that

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knew [all] the songs,” said front man Jökull Júlíusson. “Less people know our music here.” The group has received more attention in the United States recently after being included in Esquire magazine’s “SXSW: 40 Bands You Need to Hear” and having its single “All the Pretty Girls” surpass 5 million streams on Spotify. The band relocated to the United States in February and has recently been recording its debut LP on Elektra/Atlantic Records with producer Jacquire King. For more information, visit the M-Shop website and the SUB website.

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Renowned vocalist Simon Estes will speak at 6:30 p.m. Saturday in 175-179 Scheman Building in collaboration with ISU Theatre’s performance of Mozart’s “The Magic Flute.” In a collaboration among the ISU Opera Studio, the ISU Chamber Orchestra and ISU Theatre, all ticket holders for “The Magic Flute” are welcome to attend a reception and lecture before Saturday’s 7:30 p.m. showing of the play. The reception opens at 6 p.m., and the event will end by 7 p.m. The lecture is free, and donations are welcome. According to a press release, “Estes will share his experiences singing the role of Sarastro on the world’s great opera stages.” “The Magic Flute” will play at 7:30 p.m. Thursday through Saturday and 2:30 p.m. Sunday. Ticket prices for “The Magic Flute” are $14 for students, $19 for seniors and $21 for adults. Tickets may be purchased via Ticketmaster and are available from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday at the Iowa State Center.

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“I care about this country and I care about what happens to it and the people in it and my place in it,” Maher said. Does Maher believe his show makes a difference in the world? “That’s for other people to decide,” he said. “My job is to be funny, be entertaining and to inform people of what happened that week. My job is to get people to look at the story in a different way, and if need be, challenge them.” For more information about Maher’s performance, visit the Iowa State Center’s website for the show.

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Thursday, Nov. 5, 2015

CAUCUS p1 parties prefer the caucus process over a primary. The Republican process gives caucusgoers more privacy when it comes to choosing a candidate. Brett Barker, Story County GOP chairman, said the Republican caucus is similar to a straw poll. Each voter casts an anonymous ballot with the name of a single candidate. Caucusgoers then repeat the process when electing representatives to the county convention, who elect Story County Republican Central Committee members. The Story County GOP organizes the Iowa Youth Caucus each year to encourage voters to take part in the official Iowa Caucus. “The state party is also very engaged with ensuring voter turnout,” Barker said. While both parties’ caucus process is different, the basics of both parties’ caucuses are the same. Any person who is eligible to vote by Election Day, Nov. 6, 2016, can participate in the 2016 caucus. Participants must be a

registered party member of the party’s caucus, but caucusgoers are able to register at the door. The Iowa Caucus takes place in thousands of precincts throughout Iowa on caucus night, usually in public buildings and sometimes homes. However, the Iowa Caucus is not favored by all. The Iowa Caucus has received a large amount of criticism. Many critics say Iowa is too small, too white, too rural and too conservative to be representative of the nation. Critics have suggested larger states should be the first to go, instead of the lower populated Iowa and New Hampshire. “Iowa just doesn’t have the political clout it once did,” Shelley said. “And we’re in part living off the fumes from 1976.” Iowa’s choice of the caucus process as opposed to a primary process has also been criticized. For a primary, voters may have to wait in line, but they just have to cast a vote on a ballot and they’re done. The Iowa Caucus lasts

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for about two to three hours on a weeknight and is in the middle of winter. Attendees must arrive on time to avoid

being locked out, and things such as sickness, work and night classes can all affect attendance.

Shelly said the highest Iowa Caucus turnout for Republicans was about 125,000 and Democrats about 250,000, with primaries drawing much higher voter rates. Shelly said he anticipates high attendance at this year’s Iowa Caucuses since both sides have highly contested candidates. “You might have as many as 400,000 total,” Shelley said. In the 2012 Republican caucus, initial results showed former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney with the most votes, but by a small margin. It was later determined that former Pennsylvania Sen. Rick Santorum had won by a slim margin. This summer, both Iowa parties announced their joint partnership with Microsoft in the development of platform to allow parties to quickly deliver caucus night results. Both parties will have a mobile app that will directly and securely allow precincts to send in their results to party headquarters. Each party will also have another app allowing

its headquarters to monitor and verify incoming numbers. “Party officials will be able to quickly connect with precinct chairs if issues arise,” Levitt said. Shelley said the key for a candidate to win the Iowa Caucus is to have a “boots on the ground” kind of presence. “We tend to like it when people pay attention to us,” Shelley said. He said with Iowa being ignored the majority of the time, Iowans revel in the national attention the caucus brings. Shelley said politicians who practice retail politics are favored in the Iowa Caucus. The term retail politics refers to politicians who constantly talk to small numbers of people in a large number of places. The opposite of retail politics is wholesale, in which politicians try to reach the masses usually through TV ads. Shelley said TV ads tend to turn off Iowa voters. 75004 “You can’t shake hands with a television ad,” Shelley said.

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