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Opinion

Heather Mace opinion: Making a difficult — but just — decision

Heather Mace opinion: Making a difficult — but just — decision

  • Heather Mace
    Special to the Arizona Daily Star

To paraphrase Nikole Hannah-Jones: I may always wonder whether we made the right decision, I know we made the just one.

Opinion: What makes Yellowstone unique is at risk

Opinion: What makes Yellowstone unique is at risk

  • Andrew Hansen
    Special to the Arizona Daily Star

New policies from Washington, D.C., would dramatically reduce the size of wildlands and threaten wildlife’s ability to survive.

Tucson Speaks Out: Oct. 4

Tucson Speaks Out: Oct. 4

    Mandatory retirement for Congress

    Terry Bracy: A president Is a person, not a country

    Terry Bracy: A president Is a person, not a country

    • Terry Bracy
      Special to the Arizona Daily Star

    The only way we can begin reclaiming the America we love is to beat Trump at the polls.

    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:

      Heather Mace opinion: Making a difficult — but just — decision

      Heather Mace opinion: Making a difficult — but just — decision

      • Heather Mace
        Special to the Arizona Daily Star

      To paraphrase Nikole Hannah-Jones: I may always wonder whether we made the right decision, I know we made the just one.

      Opinion: What makes Yellowstone unique is at risk

      Opinion: What makes Yellowstone unique is at risk

      • Andrew Hansen
        Special to the Arizona Daily Star

      New policies from Washington, D.C., would dramatically reduce the size of wildlands and threaten wildlife’s ability to survive.

      Tucson Speaks Out: Oct. 4

      Tucson Speaks Out: Oct. 4

        Mandatory retirement for Congress

        Terry Bracy: A president Is a person, not a country

        Terry Bracy: A president Is a person, not a country

        • Terry Bracy
          Special to the Arizona Daily Star

        The only way we can begin reclaiming the America we love is to beat Trump at the polls.

        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.

          Editorial cartoons

          ANOTHER VIEW | Thomas H. Beck | Special to the Arizona Daily Star

          ANOTHER VIEW | Thomas H. Beck | Special to the Arizona Daily Star

          ANOTHER VIEW | Dave Whamond | Cagle Cartoons

          ANOTHER VIEW | Dave Whamond | Cagle Cartoons

          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…

              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…

                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.

                  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

                        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

                        Heather Mace opinion: Making a difficult — but just — decision

                        Heather Mace opinion: Making a difficult — but just — decision

                        To paraphrase Nikole Hannah-Jones: I may always wonder whether we made the right decision, I know we made the just one.

                        Opinion: What makes Yellowstone unique is at risk

                        Opinion: What makes Yellowstone unique is at risk

                        New policies from Washington, D.C., would dramatically reduce the size of wildlands and threaten wildlife’s ability to survive.

                        Terry Bracy: A president Is a person, not a country

                        Terry Bracy: A president Is a person, not a country

                        The only way we can begin reclaiming the America we love is to beat Trump at the polls.

                        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:

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                        Tucson Speaks Out: September 26

                        Tucson Speaks Out: September 26

                        Tucson Speaks Out: October 3

                        Tucson Speaks Out: October 3

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                        Buying or Selling a Midwest Home? What the HVAC System Is Really Worth at Closing

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

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                        Letters to the Editor

                        Tucson Speaks Out: Oct. 4

                        Tucson Speaks Out: Oct. 4

                        Mandatory retirement for Congress

                        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: 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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