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Opinion

Tucson Speaks Out: April 15

Tucson Speaks Out: April 15

    Re: TEP needs a fact-checker

    Local opinion: Tucson’s TEP deal highlights concerns over costs and city response

    Local opinion: Tucson’s TEP deal highlights concerns over costs and city response

    • Jim Sinex Special to the Arizona Daily Star

    The blank stare that comes from our city’s elected officials when presented with a liberal or freethinking idea is almost as if there is a belief that “presented” is directly equal to “confronted.”

    National opinion: Next energy shock could be far worse

    National opinion: Next energy shock could be far worse

    • Matthew Kandrach Special to the Arizona Daily Star

    The very strategy that can help tackle today’s electricity inflation can also fortify our economy against the next global energy shock.

    National opinion: American's healthcare system is not in business for your health

    National opinion: American's healthcare system is not in business for your health

    • David R. Hoffman Special to the Arizona Daily Star

    This nation has also always had a two-tiered medical system, one for the rich and one for the poor.

    Tucson Speaks Out: April 14

    Tucson Speaks Out: April 14

      Misplaced priorities

      Arizona opinion: Every second matters in Pediatric Sudden Cardiac Arrest

      Arizona opinion: Every second matters in Pediatric Sudden Cardiac Arrest

      • Nya Clemons Special to the Arizona Daily Star

      When a youth collapses, it will not be legislation rushing to their side, it will be a bystander ... like you.

      Local opinion: Reflections on confronting climate change from Babad Do'ag (Frog Mountain -- Mount Lemmon)

      Local opinion: Reflections on confronting climate change from Babad Do'ag (Frog Mountain -- Mount Lemmon)

      • Richard Boren Special to the Arizona Daily Star

      A reckoning is upon us and with gasoline prices spiraling out of control there is no better time for the City of Tucson and residents of Southern Arizona to leave no stone unturned in combating climate change.

      Budgets used to be about fiscal control. Not anymore | Bloomberg News

      Budgets used to be about fiscal control. Not anymore | Bloomberg News

        The president's proposal makes some big assumptions, ignores mandatory spending

        Can RFK Jr. save Republicans’ midterms hopes? | Abby McCloskey

        Can RFK Jr. save Republicans’ midterms hopes? | Abby McCloskey

          Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the Health and Human Services secretary, is again out in front. HE launched his new podcast, which promises “fearless conversations” because “the government lies to us.”

          Tucson Speaks Out: April 15

          Tucson Speaks Out: April 15

            Re: TEP needs a fact-checker

            Local opinion: Tucson’s TEP deal highlights concerns over costs and city response

            Local opinion: Tucson’s TEP deal highlights concerns over costs and city response

            • Jim Sinex Special to the Arizona Daily Star

            The blank stare that comes from our city’s elected officials when presented with a liberal or freethinking idea is almost as if there is a belief that “presented” is directly equal to “confronted.”

            What the end of Viktor Orban means for the New Right | Jonah Goldberg

            What the end of Viktor Orban means for the New Right | Jonah Goldberg

              Viktor Orban, the proudly "illiberal" prime minister of Hungary, beloved by various New Right nationalists and MAGA American intellectuals, was crushed at the polls this past weekend.

              Young voters in Hungary played crucial role in ending Orbán's 16-year rule

              Young voters in Hungary played crucial role in ending Orbán's 16-year rule

              • ASSOCIATED PRESS, HUNGARIAN GOVERNMENT HANDOUT

              On Sunday, young voters celebrated the victory of pro-European candidate Péter Magyar. Polls showed 65% of voters under 30 supported Magyar before the vote.

              Letter: City budget

              Letter: City budget

              • Jerry Anderson, Midtown

              Thanks to Matt Somers for his letter to the editor "Fire Station Closures?" In an effort to assist Tucson Mayor and City Council in balancing our city's budget. If this elected body were truly committed to the seriousness of this current budget conundrum, they would cut their office budgets …

              Editorial cartoons

              ANOTHER VIEW | Pat Bagley | Cagle Cartoons

              ANOTHER VIEW | Pat Bagley | Cagle Cartoons

              ANOTHER VIEW | Dave Granlund | Cagle Cartoons

              ANOTHER VIEW | Dave Granlund | Cagle Cartoons

              Letter: City budget

              Letter: City budget

                Thanks to Matt Somers for his letter to the editor "Fire Station Closures?" In an effort to assist Tucson Mayor and City Council in balancing our city's budget. If this elected body were truly committed to the seriousness of this current budget conundrum, they would cut their office budgets …

                National opinion: Next energy shock could be far worse

                National opinion: Next energy shock could be far worse

                  The very strategy that can help tackle today’s electricity inflation can also fortify our economy against the next global energy shock.

                  National opinion: American's healthcare system is not in business for your health

                  National opinion: American's healthcare system is not in business for your health

                    This nation has also always had a two-tiered medical system, one for the rich and one for the poor.

                    Tucson Speaks Out: April 14

                    Tucson Speaks Out: April 14

                      Misplaced priorities

                      Arizona opinion: Every second matters in Pediatric Sudden Cardiac Arrest

                      Arizona opinion: Every second matters in Pediatric Sudden Cardiac Arrest

                        When a youth collapses, it will not be legislation rushing to their side, it will be a bystander ... like you.

                        Local opinion: Reflections on confronting climate change from Babad Do'ag (Frog Mountain -- Mount Lemmon)

                        Local opinion: Reflections on confronting climate change from Babad Do'ag (Frog Mountain -- Mount Lemmon)

                          A reckoning is upon us and with gasoline prices spiraling out of control there is no better time for the City of Tucson and residents of Southern Arizona to leave no stone unturned in combating climate change.

                          Gary Varvel for Apr 14, 2026

                          Gary Varvel for Apr 14, 2026

                            Editorials

                            A note to readers

                            A note to readers

                            To our readers:

                            Arizona Daily Star editorial: Julia Benitez, 'la abuela,' must be released

                            Arizona Daily Star editorial: Julia Benitez, 'la abuela,' must be released

                            Arizona Daily Star border reporter Emily Bregel reported last Sunday that our government is in the business of jailing confused grandmothers with no criminal history.

                            Arizona Daily Star Editorial: The Star endorses Propositions 418, 419

                            Arizona Daily Star Editorial: The Star endorses Propositions 418, 419

                            The Arizona Daily Star endorses the passage of Propositions 418 and 419, the RTA Next plan and funding authorization.

                            Are we confusing outrage with truth in the age of algorithms? | The Ethical Life podcast

                            Are we confusing outrage with truth in the age of algorithms? | The Ethical Life podcast

                            🎧 The hosts examine how personalized feeds amplify conflict, bury progress and leave citizens exhausted and polarized, reinforcing a distorted picture of society that feels broken and perpetually on edge.

                            Columnists

                            Budgets used to be about fiscal control. Not anymore | Bloomberg News

                            Budgets used to be about fiscal control. Not anymore | Bloomberg News

                            The president's proposal makes some big assumptions, ignores mandatory spending

                            Can RFK Jr. save Republicans’ midterms hopes? | Abby McCloskey

                            Can RFK Jr. save Republicans’ midterms hopes? | Abby McCloskey

                            Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the Health and Human Services secretary, is again out in front. HE launched his new podcast, which promises “fearless conversations” because “the government lies to us.”

                            Local opinion: Tucson’s TEP deal highlights concerns over costs and city response

                            Local opinion: Tucson’s TEP deal highlights concerns over costs and city response

                            The blank stare that comes from our city’s elected officials when presented with a liberal or freethinking idea is almost as if there is a belief that “presented” is directly equal to “confronted.”

                            What the end of Viktor Orban means for the New Right | Jonah Goldberg

                            What the end of Viktor Orban means for the New Right | Jonah Goldberg

                            Viktor Orban, the proudly "illiberal" prime minister of Hungary, beloved by various New Right nationalists and MAGA American intellectuals, was crushed at the polls this past weekend.

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                            Local opinion: Tucson has a rare opportunity to direct $56 million in community investment

                            Local opinion: Tucson has a rare opportunity to direct $56 million in community investment

                            Local opinion: Reflections on confronting climate change from Babad Do'ag (Frog Mountain -- Mount Lemmon)

                            Local opinion: Reflections on confronting climate change from Babad Do'ag (Frog Mountain -- Mount Lemmon)

                            Tucson Speaks Out: April 14

                            Tucson Speaks Out: April 14

                            Shopping

                            How to Buy WLFI Token: Full Beginner Guide

                            How to Buy WLFI Token: Full Beginner Guide

                            Affiliate. Learn how to buy WLFI Token in this step by step guide for beginners. 

                            Solana Wallet for Beginners (2025): Setup, Safety, Staking & Swaps

                            Solana Wallet for Beginners (2025): Setup, Safety, Staking & Swaps

                            Affiliate. Learn how to create and use a Solana wallet, stake SOL, swap tokens, bridge assets, and stay secure with Best Wallet’s multi-chain features.

                            Web3 Wallet for Beginners: How to Set Up, Stay Safe, and Pick the Right App

                            Web3 Wallet for Beginners: How to Set Up, Stay Safe, and Pick the Right App

                            Affiliate. Learn what a Web3 wallet is, how to set one up, and how to stay safe while exploring DeFi, NFTs, and new crypto coins with beginner‑friendly apps like Best Wallet.​

                            Which Crypto May Boom in 2025? A Look at What’s Trending

                            Which Crypto May Boom in 2025? A Look at What’s Trending

                            Affiliate. Find out which crypto coins you should watch closely in 2025. 

                            Letters to the Editor

                            Tucson Speaks Out: April 15

                            Tucson Speaks Out: April 15

                            Re: TEP needs a fact-checker

                            Letter: City budget

                            Letter: City budget

                            Thanks to Matt Somers for his letter to the editor "Fire Station Closures?" In an effort to assist Tucson Mayor and City Council in balancing our city's budget. If this elected body were truly committed to the seriousness of this current budget conundrum, they would cut their office budgets …

                            Letter: City budget

                            Letter: City budget

                            Thanks to Matt Somers for his letter to the editor "Fire Station Closures?" In an effort to assist Tucson Mayor and City Council in balancing our city's budget. If this elected body were truly committed to the seriousness of this current budget conundrum, they would cut their office budgets …

                            Tucson Speaks Out: April 14

                            Tucson Speaks Out: April 14

                            Misplaced priorities

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