The, perhaps satirically named, phenomenon found among Iowa natives of remaining surface-
deep at all times. Many Iowans will
ask you how you are, but make no mistake, they don’t want an honest or detailed answer. Some
bland response is required. Expressing opinions or taking stances on really any topic will be
met with iciness. Iowans are repressed and judgmental. “Iowa nice” means let’s not actually connect in any human way, but rather, let’s avoid confrontation at any cost.