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Opinion

Juan Ciscomani: Stop playing politics with our homeland security

Juan Ciscomani: Stop playing politics with our homeland security

  • Juan Ciscomani Special to the Arizona Daily Star

Every day this shutdown continues, the consequences grow more severe—for our workforce, for travelers, and for our national security.

Tucson Speaks Out: March 25

Tucson Speaks Out: March 25

    I'm unhappy

    Local opinion: Ed McCullough, teacher, humanitarian, pathfinder

    Local opinion: Ed McCullough, teacher, humanitarian, pathfinder

    • Charles Cameron Special to the Arizona Daily Star

    “Know where you are at all times.” “Know where your hike began.” “Keep your partner in sight.” That is not a bad general philosophy in life, Ed taught us.

    National opinion: Don’t just fix the school buildings — fix the model that emptied them

    National opinion: Don’t just fix the school buildings — fix the model that emptied them

    • Raymond Merritt Special to the Arizona Daily Star

    The historic Tucson campus is not a liability; it is a flagship. Blind and Deaf children deserve a campus that is a destination, not a compromise.

    Local opinion: Main event: TEP ratepayers vs. TEP shareholders

    Local opinion: Main event: TEP ratepayers vs. TEP shareholders

    • Rick Rappaport Special to the Arizona Daily Star

    Ratepayers gifted TEP shareholders $340,000,000, which increased their dividends over a 25-year period. Are we going to do that again? 

    Tucson Speaks Out: March 24

    Tucson Speaks Out: March 24

      On bended knee

      Local opinion: Reliable power requires reliable facts

      Local opinion: Reliable power requires reliable facts

      • Erik Bakken Special to the Arizona Daily Star

      Providing utilities with equitable returns on equity generates earnings at levels that reflect the steep investments needed to maintain reliable service. 

      Why do Americans see each other as morally broken? | The Ethical Life podcast

      Why do Americans see each other as morally broken? | The Ethical Life podcast

      • scott.rada

      🎧 Compared with other nations, public opinion here skews more negative. The hosts explore distance, perception and how limited interaction feeds misunderstanding and weakens civic life.

      China's fuel prices surge as the war on Iran disrupts oil supplies

      China's fuel prices surge as the war on Iran disrupts oil supplies

      • Aljazeera - AJ+

      China's fuel prices surge as the Iran war disrupts oil supplies. Gov't limits increases, but motorists fear higher costs.

      Russia launches record 948 drones in largest 24-hour attack on Ukraine

      Russia launches record 948 drones in largest 24-hour attack on Ukraine

      • Cover Media - Shareable

      Russia has carried out its largest aerial assault on Ukraine since the war began, launching 948 drones within 24 hours.

      Juan Ciscomani: Stop playing politics with our homeland security

      Juan Ciscomani: Stop playing politics with our homeland security

      • Juan Ciscomani Special to the Arizona Daily Star

      Every day this shutdown continues, the consequences grow more severe—for our workforce, for travelers, and for our national security.

      No constitutional right to sodas paid for by SNAP | Las Vegas Review-Journal

      No constitutional right to sodas paid for by SNAP | Las Vegas Review-Journal

        You should have to spend your own money to buy soda. Some people disagree.

        Tucson Speaks Out: March 25

        Tucson Speaks Out: March 25

          I'm unhappy

          Local opinion: Ed McCullough, teacher, humanitarian, pathfinder

          Local opinion: Ed McCullough, teacher, humanitarian, pathfinder

          • Charles Cameron Special to the Arizona Daily Star

          “Know where you are at all times.” “Know where your hike began.” “Keep your partner in sight.” That is not a bad general philosophy in life, Ed taught us.

          Editorial cartoons

          ANOTHER VIEW | Jeff Koterba | Cagle Cartoons

          ANOTHER VIEW | Jeff Koterba | Cagle Cartoons

          ANOTHER VIEW | Dave Whamond | Cagle Cartoons

          ANOTHER VIEW | Dave Whamond | Cagle Cartoons

          The art of taxing Americans fairly is messy | Froma Harrop

          The art of taxing Americans fairly is messy | Froma Harrop

            "The rich should pay their fair share of taxes." Who can argue with that? But then we must decide who is rich and what is meant by fair. Neither political party has distinguished itself in making such distinctions.

            Letter: War dividends

            Letter: War dividends

              Thank you, President Trump, for promoting renewable energy. Forcing the entire industrialized world to turn to solar, wind, and geothermal by decimating the Middle East’s capacity to produce fossil energy, brilliant! Once China and India fully adopt, it will be easy for the U.S. to import th…

              Why Oil Could Hit $150 if This Crisis Gets Worse

              Why Oil Could Hit $150 if This Crisis Gets Worse

                Global oil prices are rising again as supply disruptions continue and tensions in the Middle East refuse to settle. With the Strait of Hormuz still effectively restricted, nearly 20% of the world’s oil flow remains at risk. Brent crude has climbed back above $100, and analysts warn prices co…

                Local opinion: Assault survivors should not be silenced

                Local opinion: Assault survivors should not be silenced

                  Cesar Chavez is someone many of us were raised to respect. A veteran, a labor leader, a symbol of dignity and collective power. That legacy is real, and it matters deeply. But it cannot place him beyond accountability.

                  National opinion: Don’t just fix the school buildings — fix the model that emptied them

                  National opinion: Don’t just fix the school buildings — fix the model that emptied them

                    The historic Tucson campus is not a liability; it is a flagship. Blind and Deaf children deserve a campus that is a destination, not a compromise.

                    Local opinion: Main event: TEP ratepayers vs. TEP shareholders

                    Local opinion: Main event: TEP ratepayers vs. TEP shareholders

                      Ratepayers gifted TEP shareholders $340,000,000, which increased their dividends over a 25-year period. Are we going to do that again? 

                      Tucson Speaks Out: March 24

                      Tucson Speaks Out: March 24

                        On bended knee

                        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

                        Why do Americans see each other as morally broken? | The Ethical Life podcast

                        Why do Americans see each other as morally broken? | The Ethical Life podcast

                        🎧 Compared with other nations, public opinion here skews more negative. The hosts explore distance, perception and how limited interaction feeds misunderstanding and weakens civic life.

                        China's fuel prices surge as the war on Iran disrupts oil supplies

                        China's fuel prices surge as the war on Iran disrupts oil supplies

                        China's fuel prices surge as the Iran war disrupts oil supplies. Gov't limits increases, but motorists fear higher costs.

                        Russia launches record 948 drones in largest 24-hour attack on Ukraine

                        Russia launches record 948 drones in largest 24-hour attack on Ukraine

                        Russia has carried out its largest aerial assault on Ukraine since the war began, launching 948 drones within 24 hours.

                        Juan Ciscomani: Stop playing politics with our homeland security

                        Juan Ciscomani: Stop playing politics with our homeland security

                        Every day this shutdown continues, the consequences grow more severe—for our workforce, for travelers, and for our national security.

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                        Shopping

                        How to Buy WLFI Token: Full Beginner Guide

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

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                        Letters to the Editor

                        Tucson Speaks Out: March 25

                        Tucson Speaks Out: March 25

                        I'm unhappy

                        Letter: War dividends

                        Letter: War dividends

                        Thank you, President Trump, for promoting renewable energy. Forcing the entire industrialized world to turn to solar, wind, and geothermal by decimating the Middle East’s capacity to produce fossil energy, brilliant! Once China and India fully adopt, it will be easy for the U.S. to import th…

                        Tucson Speaks Out: March 24

                        Tucson Speaks Out: March 24

                        On bended knee

                        Letter: Letter on the 'but' party

                        Letter: Letter on the 'but' party

                        "I am in complete agreement with Loyal Johnson that the Democratic Party is the 'but' party. While supposedly 'progressive,' they are consistently against anything that's reasonable and traditional."

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