A credible presidential candidate should pledge to reduce their own power, embodying the concept of a citizen president who leads temporarily and returns to ordinary life with humility and restraint.
- Doug Pickrell Special to the Arizona Daily Star
An opinion writer argues Rep. Juan Ciscomani was wrong to support President Donald Trump's Iran policy, comparing it to the Iraq War and urging Congress to cut off funding for the conflict rather than continue U.S. involvement.
- John R. Welch For the Arizona Republic
The Tohono O'odham Nation is suing to block a proposed 62-mile border wall in southern Arizona, arguing it would unlawfully cross reservation land and damage sacred cultural sites.
- Betty Villegas Special to the Arizona Daily Star
A longtime Arizona housing leader argues the new 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act gives the state a chance to expand affordable housing, modernize outdated policies and invest in infrastructure. The opinion says solving the housing crisis will require collaboration, innovation and accountability.
The Food and Drug Administration this past weekend sent Americans trying to navigate the cyclospora outbreak into a tailspin. A day after Taylor Farms announced a voluntary recall of iceberg lettuce in 27 states — generating one set of alarming headlines — the FDA said that a test linking th…
Services for the late Sen. Lindsey Graham will take place this month in Washington, D.C., and his home state of South Carolina. In the meantime, Congress could honor his legacy by passing the bipartisan Russian sanctions bill he spent his last months working to advance.
President Donald Trump recently justified renewed military action against Iran by saying Tehran “did not obey what they’re supposed to obey” under a memorandum of understanding intended to halt the fighting. Whether one believes Iran violated that agreement or not, One word deserves closer e…
- Gerald Farrington Special to the Arizona Daily Star
A credible presidential candidate should pledge to reduce their own power, embodying the concept of a citizen president who leads temporarily and returns to ordinary life with humility and restraint.
- Straight Arrow News
President Trump is threatening to strike an Iranian nuclear plant, while State Secretary Rubio says Iran is not serious about negotiations.
- Don Ries, Southeast side
Trump lied throughout his address on Thursday night. Some examples: The US was never Dead. When Trump took over in January of 2025 the US economy was the best in the world according to “The Wall Street Journal” and “The Economist”. Inflation was lower than in most of Trump’s second term, emp…
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The Democratic Socialists of American plans a platform update calling for eliminating the Senate and replacing the President and Supreme Court with an executive and judiciary chosen by Congress. Interestingly, any Democratic Socialist who is elected as a Senator or Representative must take a…
While Mr. Fredericks makes some interesting observations on how #47 has transformed the Republican Party and has redefined American politics, I do not think a lying misogynistic narcissistic racist with no moral compass belongs up there.
The FDA is backtracking on a positive lab test as it tries to identify the source of a cyclosporiasis outbreak. Reporter Jonathan Serrie has the latest on the outbreak as more states report cases of the severe intestinal disease.
Darline Graham Nordone, the sister of the late Sen. Lindsey Graham, confirmed Monday that she plans to seek the Republican nomination for a full term next month.
An opinion writer argues Rep. Juan Ciscomani was wrong to support President Donald Trump's Iran policy, comparing it to the Iraq War and urging Congress to cut off funding for the conflict rather than continue U.S. involvement.
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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.
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 Food and Drug Administration this past weekend sent Americans trying to navigate the cyclospora outbreak into a tailspin. A day after Taylor Farms announced a voluntary recall of iceberg lettuce in 27 states — generating one set of alarming headlines — the FDA said that a test linking the company’s lettuce to the parasite had been wrong, leading to seemingly contradictory coverage.
Services for the late Sen. Lindsey Graham will take place this month in Washington, D.C., and his home state of South Carolina. In the meantime, Congress could honor his legacy by passing the bipartisan Russian sanctions bill he spent his last months working to advance.
President Donald Trump recently justified renewed military action against Iran by saying Tehran “did not obey what they’re supposed to obey” under a memorandum of understanding intended to halt the fighting. Whether one believes Iran violated that agreement or not, One word deserves closer examination: obey.
A credible presidential candidate should pledge to reduce their own power, embodying the concept of a citizen president who leads temporarily and returns to ordinary life with humility and restraint.
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Trump lied throughout his address on Thursday night. Some examples: The US was never Dead. When Trump took over in January of 2025 the US economy was the best in the world according to “The Wall Street Journal” and “The Economist”. Inflation was lower than in most of Trump’s second term, emp…
LINDSEY GRAHAM DIED IN 2018
The Democratic Socialists of American plans a platform update calling for eliminating the Senate and replacing the President and Supreme Court with an executive and judiciary chosen by Congress. Interestingly, any Democratic Socialist who is elected as a Senator or Representative must take a…