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The Daily Illini
The independent student newspaper at the University of Illinois since 1871

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Opinion | Dads, know your kids

By Matthew Lozano, Columnist • October 17, 2023
Ethel Cain performs at Gunnersbury Park in London on Aug. 20.

Opinion | ‘Preacher’s Daughter’ emphasizes ingenuity in album-making

By Matthew Lozano, Columnist • September 6, 2023
J. K. Rowling stands to accept her honorary Doctor of Letters Degree from Harvard University in 2008. This image has been cropped from the original. Columnist Matthew Lozano argues that the real transphobia in J.K. Rowling’s beliefs lies in her fixation on identity politics instead of advocating for trans issues.

Opinion | J.K. Rowling still exemplifies transphobia

By Matthew Lozano, Columnist • March 8, 2023
Columnist Matthew Lozano looks at the deeper meaning of singer-songwriter SZA’s album “SOS” and the potential role that her fans played in causing mental anguish.

Opinion | SZA deserves leniency, space following ‘SOS’

By Matthew Lozano, Columnist • February 10, 2023

Opinion | Taking a gap year prevents academic hardships

By Matthew Lozano, Columnist • February 6, 2023
Opinion | TikTok street interviews are on thin ice

Opinion | TikTok street interviews are on thin ice

By Matthew Lozano, Columnist • November 3, 2022
Emma Chamberlain at Paris Fashion Week on Oct. 5, 2021. Columnist Matthew Lozano argues that people should not question Chamberlains reliability based on how her rise to fame.

Opinion | Emma Chamberlain’s wealth doesn’t decrease her relatability

By Matthew Lozano, Columnist • October 20, 2022
DI Voices | Acknowledge your personal privileges

DI Voices | Acknowledge your personal privileges

By Matthew Lozano, Columnist • October 13, 2022
Alan Bergman, Chairman Disney Studios Content, speaks onstage during D23 Expo 2022 at Anaheim Convention Center on Sept. 10. Columnist Matthew Lozano argues that the backlash towards the upcoming “The Little Mermaid” is unnecessary and disheartening.

Opinion | ‘#NotMyAriel’ uproar is appalling

By Matthew Lozano, Columnist • September 23, 2022
Opinion | ‘Gifted’ programs damage academic success

Opinion | ‘Gifted’ programs damage academic success

By Matthew Lozano, Columnist • September 15, 2022
Opinion | Authoritative parenting should be standard

Opinion | Authoritative parenting should be standard

By Matthew Lozano, Columnist • September 5, 2022
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