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Opinion

Local opinion: TUSD School Closures: Independent Research Report

Local opinion: TUSD School Closures: Independent Research Report

  • Gene Ramsay
    Special to the Arizona Daily Star

The following is the opinion and analysis of the writer:

Tucson Speaks Out: October 3

Tucson Speaks Out: October 3

    Toxic politeness won’t solve serious problems

    Local opinion: Prop. 320 poses a threat to students

    Local opinion: Prop. 320 poses a threat to students

    • Ezra Mandel
      Special to the Arizona Daily Star

    The following is the opinion and analysis of the writer:

    Local opinion: Register! Vote early!

    Local opinion: Register! Vote early!

    • Phineas and Mitchell Anderson
      Special to the Arizona Daily Star

    The following is the opinion and analysis of the writer:

    Tucson Speaks Out: October 2

    Tucson Speaks Out: October 2

      Bipartisan? Really?

      Securing Tucson’s water future: Accountability, transparency, and what's next

      Securing Tucson’s water future: Accountability, transparency, and what's next

      • Miranda Schubert
        Special to the Arizona Daily Star

      The following is the opinion and analysis of the writer:

      Election experts warn of threats to democracy in November

      Election experts warn of threats to democracy in November

      • Jim Driscoll
        Special to the Arizona Daily Star

      The following is the opinion and analysis of the writer:

      Letter: A Stronger Future Starts At Pima Community College

      Letter: A Stronger Future Starts At Pima Community College

      • Jose Rincon, Midtown

      My education at Pima Community College helped shape my career, and I want to see that opportunity continue and reach even more students.

      Local opinion: TUSD School Closures: Independent Research Report

      Local opinion: TUSD School Closures: Independent Research Report

      • Gene Ramsay
        Special to the Arizona Daily Star

      The following is the opinion and analysis of the writer:

      David Hoffmann's inspirational playlist

      David Hoffmann's inspirational playlist

        Listen to the songs mentioned in David Hoffmann's column, along with other favorites.

        Letter: Adrian Fontes deserves our thanks

        Letter: Adrian Fontes deserves our thanks

        • Karen D. Grinfeld, Oro Valley

        In an on-going battle over Trump’s illegal demands to turn over voters' protected information, Fontes was steadfast in protecting our mail-in ballots used by over 80% of Arizonans. After repeatedly refusing to relinquish Arizonan’s private data, he won against the Trump Administration in cou…

        Letter: Why 'Yes' on Prop 425?

        Letter: Why 'Yes' on Prop 425?

        • Ford Burkhart, Midtown

        Ask yourself if you value Pima College, good roads, safety, health, public audits. That's what 425 is about. Go for it.

        Letter: Midterms at risk

        Letter: Midterms at risk

        • Glenn Kjos, East side

        Trump continues to talk about dealing with Iran “after the elections.” Here’s my fear: There will be no midterm elections. Trump will find a pretext to invoke the Insurrection Act, then federalize the National Guard and deploy it, along with the FBI and ICE, to block access to the polls. The…

        Local opinion: The First Amendment power of showing up

        Local opinion: The First Amendment power of showing up

        • David J. Bodney
          For the Arizona Republic

        The First Amendment’s right to peaceful assembly gives Americans the power to show up, build community and protect democracy through lawful, nonviolent action.

        Tucson Speaks Out: October 3

        Tucson Speaks Out: October 3

          Toxic politeness won’t solve serious problems

          David Hoffmann: A better chorus for the communities we serve

          David Hoffmann: A better chorus for the communities we serve

            In my first column last month, I told you where I’m coming from — both personally and geographically — as chairman of the board of Lee Enterprises, the parent company of your local newspaper.

            Gary Varvel for Oct 02, 2026

            Gary Varvel for Oct 02, 2026

              Letter: Ravens Cowboys game

              Letter: Ravens Cowboys game

                Man talk about an exciting finish for the man who won that game in Rio de Janeiro today the 27th of September! The UA’s Tyler Loop! Take that doubters from last year’s not so good season.

                Letter: Definitely NO on 421

                Letter: Definitely NO on 421

                  9/27/26 LTE: No on 421? Yes, I will vote no on 421.

                  Letter: Why I’m Voting NO on Prop 421

                  Letter: Why I’m Voting NO on Prop 421

                    TEP is a privately held entity. That is a fact so many don’t realize. They do not care about us, only their shareholders. They can give us all the greenwashing, ebike rebates, and freebies in the mail and events they want, but in the end they double down on data centers and rate hikes. They …

                    Talent isn't the problem for rural students. Access is | Kirsten Lane

                    Talent isn't the problem for rural students. Access is | Kirsten Lane

                      As high school seniors gear up for the hustle and grind of the college admissions process, the experience can be different for students in rural and urban area.

                      Editorials

                      A note to readers

                      A note to readers

                      To our readers:

                      Join Tucson’s conversation through the Star’s opinion pages

                      Join Tucson’s conversation through the Star’s opinion pages

                      The Arizona Daily Star’s opinion section aims to foster healthy engagement and debate on the best paths forward for Tucson. Here’s how you can be a part of it.

                      Local opinion: A subscriber’s hope for the Arizona Daily Star

                      Local opinion: A subscriber’s hope for the Arizona Daily Star

                      I read with genuine interest the Arizona Daily Star’s recent story about David Hoffmann’s investment in Lee Enterprises and his vision for local newspapers.

                      Local opinion: What leaders like John McCain understood about the truth

                      Local opinion: What leaders like John McCain understood about the truth

                      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.

                      Columnists

                      Local opinion: TUSD School Closures: Independent Research Report

                      Local opinion: TUSD School Closures: Independent Research Report

                      The following is the opinion and analysis of the writer:

                      David Hoffmann's inspirational playlist

                      David Hoffmann's inspirational playlist

                      Listen to the songs mentioned in David Hoffmann's column, along with other favorites.

                      Local opinion: The First Amendment power of showing up

                      Local opinion: The First Amendment power of showing up

                      The First Amendment’s right to peaceful assembly gives Americans the power to show up, build community and protect democracy through lawful, nonviolent action.

                      David Hoffmann: A better chorus for the communities we serve

                      David Hoffmann: A better chorus for the communities we serve

                      In my first column last month, I told you where I’m coming from — both personally and geographically — as chairman of the board of Lee Enterprises, the parent company of your local newspaper.

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                      Salomón Baldenegro deserves recognition at city park

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                      What Your Home's Age Reveals About the HVAC Problems Coming Your Way

                      What Your Home's Age Reveals About the HVAC Problems Coming Your Way

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                      Letters to the Editor

                      Letter: A Stronger Future Starts At Pima Community College

                      Letter: A Stronger Future Starts At Pima Community College

                      My education at Pima Community College helped shape my career, and I want to see that opportunity continue and reach even more students.

                      Letter: Adrian Fontes deserves our thanks

                      Letter: Adrian Fontes deserves our thanks

                      In an on-going battle over Trump’s illegal demands to turn over voters' protected information, Fontes was steadfast in protecting our mail-in ballots used by over 80% of Arizonans. After repeatedly refusing to relinquish Arizonan’s private data, he won against the Trump Administration in cou…

                      Letter: Why 'Yes' on Prop 425?

                      Letter: Why 'Yes' on Prop 425?

                      Ask yourself if you value Pima College, good roads, safety, health, public audits. That's what 425 is about. Go for it.

                      Letter: Midterms at risk

                      Letter: Midterms at risk

                      Trump continues to talk about dealing with Iran “after the elections.” Here’s my fear: There will be no midterm elections. Trump will find a pretext to invoke the Insurrection Act, then federalize the National Guard and deploy it, along with the FBI and ICE, to block access to the polls. The…

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