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Opinion

Local opinion: Arizona deserves the truth about data centers

Local opinion: Arizona deserves the truth about data centers

  • Russ Walker Special to the Arizona Daily Star

An opinion writer argues that public concerns about data centers are being fueled by misinformation rather than facts. Citing polling data, the piece contends that support for data centers increases when voters learn about water recycling, infrastructure investments, tax revenue and data sec…

Tucson Speaks Out: June 16

Tucson Speaks Out: June 16

    Bike crashes rise

    Tucson Speaks Out: June 15

    Tucson Speaks Out: June 15

      Data vs alfalfa

      Arizona opinion: ICE detainees have a constitutional right to health care

      Arizona opinion: ICE detainees have a constitutional right to health care

      • Shmuly Yanklowitz Special to the Arizona Daily Star

      An Arizona rabbi argues that people held in immigration detention have a constitutional and moral right to receive adequate medical care. The opinion piece calls attention to deaths and health concerns in ICE facilities and urges Americans across the political spectrum to support basic healt…

      Local opinion: Tucson's 'basics vs. ideology' debate is a false choice

      Local opinion: Tucson's 'basics vs. ideology' debate is a false choice

      • Lane Santa Cruz Special to the Arizona Daily Star

      A Tucson City Council member defends the city’s approach to homelessness, transit and public safety, arguing that investments in affordable housing, fare-free transit, community health programs and poverty reduction are essential to building a safer and more equitable city. The opinion piece…

      Tucson Speaks Out: June 14

      Tucson Speaks Out: June 14

        The Colosseum

        Mort Rosenblum: Veteran columnist signs off after decades of reporting

        Mort Rosenblum: Veteran columnist signs off after decades of reporting

        • Mort Rosenblum Special to the Arizona Daily Star

        In his final regular column, a longtime journalist looks back on six decades of reporting from around the world, reflects on political divisions, the importance of facts and the lessons learned from a life spent chasing stories. He also shares why Tucson remains a place of optimism, connecti…

        Letter: entertainment?

        Letter: entertainment?

        • Ron Lancaster, North side

        Presidents in the past put on concerts in the East Room that featured classical American music performers, like Aretha Franklin and Paul McCartney. The audience came dressed in their best duds, black ties, and expensive dresses.

        Letter: Republican Principals

        Letter: Republican Principals

        • Gary Haslett, SaddleBrooke

        Mike Johnson brags about the Republican core principles:

        Letter: History repeats?

        Letter: History repeats?

        • Alan Barreuther, Foothills

        I am not an astute student of world history but I do have an interest in my probable ancestral origins in Bavaria. King Ludwig II ascended to the throne in 1864 at the age of 18. Legend has it he grew bored with the tasks of leadership and took interest in music and building extravagant arch…

        Local opinion: Arizona deserves the truth about data centers

        Local opinion: Arizona deserves the truth about data centers

        • Russ Walker Special to the Arizona Daily Star

        An opinion writer argues that public concerns about data centers are being fueled by misinformation rather than facts. Citing polling data, the piece contends that support for data centers increases when voters learn about water recycling, infrastructure investments, tax revenue and data sec…

        Tucson Speaks Out: June 16

        Tucson Speaks Out: June 16

          Bike crashes rise

          Gary Varvel for Jun 16, 2026

          Gary Varvel for Jun 16, 2026

            Letter: Sports

            Letter: Sports

            • Mike Perlman, Foothills

            The second shot heard round the world happened last night in New York City at Madison Square Garden. My Knicks made the shot of the century. One more and its a victory for the ages.

            Editorial cartoons

            ANOTHER VIEW | Paul Duginski | Cagle Cartoons

            ANOTHER VIEW | Paul Duginski | Cagle Cartoons

            ANOTHER VIEW | Monte Wolverton | Cagle Cartoons

            ANOTHER VIEW | Monte Wolverton | Cagle Cartoons

            Federal transportation bill shouldn't punish EV drivers | Seattle Times

            Federal transportation bill shouldn't punish EV drivers | Seattle Times

              Electric vehicles drivers should help pay for roads, but not more than other motorists

              Ukraine is winning — at least for now | Hal Brands

              Ukraine is winning — at least for now | Hal Brands

                Ukraine is faring better on the battlefield. Russia’s costs are surging even as its military gains shrink. If Ukraine can sustain this trajectory, perhaps it can finally force Moscow to make a decent peace.

                Local opinion: Tucson's challenges require more care, not more control

                Local opinion: Tucson's challenges require more care, not more control

                  City Council member argues that addressing homelessness, addiction and public safety requires more than enforcement alone. The opinion piece highlights investments in affordable housing, behavioral health services, transit access and community outreach programs, contending that meeting basic needs is one of the most effective ways to create safer, healthier neighborhoods.

                  Tucson Speaks Out: June 15

                  Tucson Speaks Out: June 15

                    Data vs alfalfa

                    One of Ukraine’s most sacred sites burns after Russian strike

                    One of Ukraine’s most sacred sites burns after Russian strike

                      Russia launched 70 missiles and 611 drones at Ukraine, killing people in Kyiv and Kharkiv and damaging Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra, officials said.

                      Letter: Aid to Israel but not Ukraine

                      Letter: Aid to Israel but not Ukraine

                        One would think that after 2 &1/2 years of bombings and missile strikes in Lebanon and Gaza, and starting a war in Iran, Israel would have run out of arms. But that is not the case. Thanks to American largesse, Israel's supply of bombs and missies remains limitless, resulting in thousand…

                        Letter: THE RESULT OF INACTION

                        Letter: THE RESULT OF INACTION

                          Watching History Channel’s Tom Hanks World War II, the glaring observation is that inaction is fatal. During the late 1930’s, Western European leaders, abetted by the United States, ignored the actions of Germany, Japan, and Italy, actually excusing and permitting their vile actions. By 1938…

                          Editorials

                          A note to readers

                          A note to readers

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                          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.

                          Arizona Daily Star Editorial: New tactic to come after public lands must be stopped

                          Arizona Daily Star Editorial: New tactic to come after public lands must be stopped

                          Juan Ciscomani has a pivotal role to play in protecting public lands. It's a role that he must fulfill.

                          Local opinion: A dismissive editorial peers through rose-colored glasses

                          Local opinion: A dismissive editorial peers through rose-colored glasses

                          The Herald has missed its mark in offering us reassurance of the court’s stability and the strength of democracy. And when it values confidence over honest scrutiny, its words ring hollow.

                          Columnists

                          Local opinion: Arizona deserves the truth about data centers

                          Local opinion: Arizona deserves the truth about data centers

                          An opinion writer argues that public concerns about data centers are being fueled by misinformation rather than facts. Citing polling data, the piece contends that support for data centers increases when voters learn about water recycling, infrastructure investments, tax revenue and data security, and calls for a more informed public debate about Arizona’s growing technology sector.

                          Federal transportation bill shouldn't punish EV drivers | Seattle Times

                          Federal transportation bill shouldn't punish EV drivers | Seattle Times

                          Electric vehicles drivers should help pay for roads, but not more than other motorists

                          Ukraine is winning — at least for now | Hal Brands

                          Ukraine is winning — at least for now | Hal Brands

                          Ukraine is faring better on the battlefield. Russia’s costs are surging even as its military gains shrink. If Ukraine can sustain this trajectory, perhaps it can finally force Moscow to make a decent peace.

                          Local opinion: Tucson's challenges require more care, not more control

                          Local opinion: Tucson's challenges require more care, not more control

                          City Council member argues that addressing homelessness, addiction and public safety requires more than enforcement alone. The opinion piece highlights investments in affordable housing, behavioral health services, transit access and community outreach programs, contending that meeting basic needs is one of the most effective ways to create safer, healthier neighborhoods.

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                          Letters to the Editor

                          Letter: entertainment?

                          Letter: entertainment?

                          Presidents in the past put on concerts in the East Room that featured classical American music performers, like Aretha Franklin and Paul McCartney. The audience came dressed in their best duds, black ties, and expensive dresses.

                          Letter: Republican Principals

                          Letter: Republican Principals

                          Mike Johnson brags about the Republican core principles:

                          Letter: History repeats?

                          Letter: History repeats?

                          I am not an astute student of world history but I do have an interest in my probable ancestral origins in Bavaria. King Ludwig II ascended to the throne in 1864 at the age of 18. Legend has it he grew bored with the tasks of leadership and took interest in music and building extravagant arch…

                          Tucson Speaks Out: June 16

                          Tucson Speaks Out: June 16

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