A breath of fresh air
- Alma Hernadez Special to the Arizona Daily Star
Arizona Rep. Alma Hernandez is making her case for the State Senate, highlighting her legislative record, funding secured for Southern Arizona and advocacy on issues including labor, education, health care and reproductive rights. In the opinion piece, Hernandez argues that experience and pr…
- Sarah Smallhouse Special to the Arizona Daily Star
A No Labels Party leader argues that Arizona’s election system limits voter choice by concentrating power in low-turnout primary elections and heavily partisan districts. The opinion piece encourages broader participation in primary elections and promotes independent-minded candidates as a w…
- Shelly Burgoyne Special to the Arizona Daily Star
A veterans advocacy group is criticizing ICE’s renewed deportation case against Tucson DACA recipient Karla Toledo, arguing the move unfairly targets a longtime resident with legal protections under the DACA program. The group is calling for the case to be permanently dismissed.
- Chris Reichel Special to the Arizona Daily Star
An outdoor industry executive argues that Arizona’s federally managed public lands are vital to recreation, tourism and the state’s economy. Citing a recent fiscal impact study, the opinion piece warns that transferring federal lands to state control could increase costs, reduce access and p…
- Duane Barbour, Midtown
It seems that a dirt bike circus and UFC cage fight on our White House lawn are treated like it is a normal annual event at the people's house. Media showed it, reported it. Not one opinion have I seen or heard. Does this paper have an opinion on this? Am I the only person hearing the Twilig…
- Philip Reinecker, East side
An article in todays Star spoke about vicious homophobic words written about Becky Burke's social media announcement of the birth of her and wife's newborn. I condemn those who feel the need to be repulsive when addressing others. Their is another side to this however. When you and I welcome…
- Sheldon Clark, Vail
James Carville famously penned the phrase “It’s the economy stupid” during Clinton’s 1992 presidential campaign against George H.W. Bush. This year expect to hear variations on the theme, including - “It’s the war stupid”; “It’s the Iran MOU stupid”; “It’s the tariffs stupid”; “It’s the infl…
- Larry Bodine, Foothills
In a colossal surrender, Trump’s MOU (memo of understanding, or concept of a plan) gives Iran everything it wants and leaves the US worse off than Obama’s 2015 settlement with Iran.
- Gary Haslett, SaddleBrooke
On June 18 the Obama Presidential Center opened. Performing were musical legends Stevie Wonder, Jennifer Hudson, Bono, Eddie Vetter, Marc Anthony, Bruce Springsteen, John Legend, and Christina Aguilera. Time restraints prevented several more artists, who volunteered, from performing.
- Jim Percival, East side
Is the Arizona Daily Star trying to destroy literacy single handed? Fridays "A peak inside Gibson Food Hall And Market must be telling us that there is a mountain inside this establishment. Then the incomplete sentence "The artwork be auctioned to benefit local nonprofits". It was bad enough…
Editorial cartoons
To keep my blood pressure at a reasonable level, I have to believe that there will be enough informed voters in November to reject this reign of corruption and ineptitude that we have been enduring since January 20, 2025. But then what?
The great dealmaker wants to brag about his agreement with Iran, but in reality, he is the big loser (not to speak of Israel) and had to negotiate with the very Iranian leadership he had wanted to destroy. We now face a huge political and military fiasco. The Iranians managed to resist and e…
The morning Star has an article that includes, Arizonans will be asked to decide who can participate in girls sports. Wow, theirs a tricky one, how about GIRLS. Forget the children who don't know up from down or the parents who are decidedly WITH IT, make a decision based on reality. A child…
If missiles were fired into Tucson, Phoenix, or any other city in the United States, how would one expect our government to respond. Direct retaliation, as the Republicans would immediately do, or similarly Israel as another example. In contrast, forgiveness and passivity as the Democrats wo…
Arizona Rep. Alma Hernandez is making her case for the State Senate, highlighting her legislative record, funding secured for Southern Arizona and advocacy on issues including labor, education, health care and reproductive rights. In the opinion piece, Hernandez argues that experience and proven results are critical as families face economic challenges and federal policy changes.
A No Labels Party leader argues that Arizona’s election system limits voter choice by concentrating power in low-turnout primary elections and heavily partisan districts. The opinion piece encourages broader participation in primary elections and promotes independent-minded candidates as a way to reduce polarization and expand representation.
To our readers:
A defining moment from John McCain’s 2008 campaign is being revisited as a reminder of political integrity, highlighting the importance of correcting misinformation — even within one’s own party — in today’s polarized climate.
Juan Ciscomani has a pivotal role to play in protecting public lands. It's a role that he must fulfill.
The Herald has missed its mark in offering us reassurance of the court’s stability and the strength of democracy. And when it values confidence over honest scrutiny, its words ring hollow.
Arizona Rep. Alma Hernandez is making her case for the State Senate, highlighting her legislative record, funding secured for Southern Arizona and advocacy on issues including labor, education, health care and reproductive rights. In the opinion piece, Hernandez argues that experience and proven results are critical as families face economic challenges and federal policy changes.
A No Labels Party leader argues that Arizona’s election system limits voter choice by concentrating power in low-turnout primary elections and heavily partisan districts. The opinion piece encourages broader participation in primary elections and promotes independent-minded candidates as a way to reduce polarization and expand representation.
A veterans advocacy group is criticizing ICE’s renewed deportation case against Tucson DACA recipient Karla Toledo, arguing the move unfairly targets a longtime resident with legal protections under the DACA program. The group is calling for the case to be permanently dismissed.
An outdoor industry executive argues that Arizona’s federally managed public lands are vital to recreation, tourism and the state’s economy. Citing a recent fiscal impact study, the opinion piece warns that transferring federal lands to state control could increase costs, reduce access and place new burdens on Arizona taxpayers while threatening outdoor recreation opportunities.
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A breath of fresh air
It seems that a dirt bike circus and UFC cage fight on our White House lawn are treated like it is a normal annual event at the people's house. Media showed it, reported it. Not one opinion have I seen or heard. Does this paper have an opinion on this? Am I the only person hearing the Twilig…
An article in todays Star spoke about vicious homophobic words written about Becky Burke's social media announcement of the birth of her and wife's newborn. I condemn those who feel the need to be repulsive when addressing others. Their is another side to this however. When you and I welcome…
James Carville famously penned the phrase “It’s the economy stupid” during Clinton’s 1992 presidential campaign against George H.W. Bush. This year expect to hear variations on the theme, including - “It’s the war stupid”; “It’s the Iran MOU stupid”; “It’s the tariffs stupid”; “It’s the infl…