The People's Republic of Johnson County

A nickname for Iowa City, Iowa. Used derisively by some and proudly by others, the nickname refers to the liberal political philosophy of Johnson County, especially in contrast to the surrounding counties and state. Johnson County elects Democratic and/or Liberal candidates in rates uncharacteristic of the state of Iowa. The creation of this liberal enclave probably came about because of the University of Iowa.

As many students of the University will agree, the liberal nature of the area is also probably accounted for by the large number of Chicago area natives who have moved to the area. Many Iowans living in Johnson County and/or attending the university keep their conservative views.

This nickname is thought to be derived from the writings of a conservative reporter in Des Moines, Iowa.

The political views expressed in the People's Republic of Johnson County are typical of the kind expressed in scholarly, educated areas. The reason it is noteworthy in Iowa City is because the surrounding area is very conservative and rural.

by Josh E. January 7, 2006

the old people smell

The pungent miasma of cedar and mothballs that emanates within confined spaces such as elevators, bathrooms, buses, and taxi cabs after they have been previously occupied by old people.

I puked my Zellers Z-burger onto the floor because the place reeked of old people smell.
I had to let off a dutch hand grenade to clear the air of the old people smell.

by Daz March 8, 2005

People Are Crazy

The best country song ever created. Released in 2009 by Billy Currington. The chorus is very true..."God is great, Beer is good, and People are Crazy".

God is Great, Beer is Good, and People are Crazy.

by JKoleelin July 7, 2009

People

A term used to describe someone when you dont want to use there name or the sound of their name makes you want to vomit.

- do you want to go to the movies tommrow?

- no, people will be there.

by offical BA November 4, 2009

Old people steal

It's true. Old people steal. Then they use an excuse such as retirement to get out of trouble.

'My grandmother stole my $50. Dammit! I hate it when old people steal!'

by AJAW July 7, 2004

party people

party people: collective noun for group of people. Sometimes used sarcastically to refer to people who under no circumstances would party, eg. drivers from MA.

Come on party people, learn to drive.

by Slagathor July 14, 2004

them people

Slang term used by many rappers when referring to law enforcement.

I heard if I sell it hard, it'll rush. But if them people come, if it's soft, it'll flush

by cheekzillatrilla September 9, 2010