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Opinion

Local opinion: Remembering the homeless on May Day

Local opinion: Remembering the homeless on May Day

  • Jon Dorschner Special to the Arizona Daily Star

Trump’s economic policies have increased inflation, making it more and more difficult for Americans living on the margins to meet their basic needs.

Arizona opinion: 'Do No Harm' could devastate state’s beauty and wellness workforce

Arizona opinion: 'Do No Harm' could devastate state’s beauty and wellness workforce

  • Cathy Koluch Special to the Arizona Daily Star

According to industry analysis, more than 92% of cosmetology programs and 89% of massage therapy programs would fail the proposed earnings test.

Local opinion: President Trump's $400 million ballroom response disgusts me

Local opinion: President Trump's $400 million ballroom response disgusts me

  • Katie Woodall Special to the Arizona Daily Star

President Trump chose not to focus on the real issue, which is the epidemic of gun violence and steps that need to be taken to ensure all citizens can live without the fear of being shot by a gun-wielding assailant.

Writers on the Range: Tucson Million Trees initiative is a shady success

Writers on the Range: Tucson Million Trees initiative is a shady success

  • Karen Mockler Writers on the Range

The mayor launched the Tucson Million Trees initiative in 2020 by planting a tree in her own yard. Five years later, 150,000 trees are in the ground. 

Local opinion: Fortress America, America First

Local opinion: Fortress America, America First

  • Gerald Farrington Special to the Arizona Daily Star

Donald Trump’s “Fortress America” is an attempt to wall us in by shutting out those who are culturally, racially, ethnically, and religiously unacceptable to his fascist idea of purity. 

Tucson Speaks Out: April 29

Tucson Speaks Out: April 29

    Is this a reason for a ballroom?

    Arizona opinion: No one should have to fight this hard for daily bread

    Arizona opinion: No one should have to fight this hard for daily bread

    • Deborah K. Hutterer Special to the Arizona Daily Star

    We recognize the importance of accountability in public programs. But accountability must not come at the cost of access.

    Local opinion: Remembering the homeless on May Day

    Local opinion: Remembering the homeless on May Day

    • Jon Dorschner Special to the Arizona Daily Star

    Trump’s economic policies have increased inflation, making it more and more difficult for Americans living on the margins to meet their basic needs.

    Arizona opinion: 'Do No Harm' could devastate state’s beauty and wellness workforce

    Arizona opinion: 'Do No Harm' could devastate state’s beauty and wellness workforce

    • Cathy Koluch Special to the Arizona Daily Star

    According to industry analysis, more than 92% of cosmetology programs and 89% of massage therapy programs would fail the proposed earnings test.

    Iran war talks stall. Defense chiefs get fired. Where’s the Senate? | Seattle Times

    Iran war talks stall. Defense chiefs get fired. Where’s the Senate? | Seattle Times

      Where is the Senate to rein in the president for waging directionless war in Middle East?

      Local opinion: President Trump's $400 million ballroom response disgusts me

      Local opinion: President Trump's $400 million ballroom response disgusts me

      • Katie Woodall Special to the Arizona Daily Star

      President Trump chose not to focus on the real issue, which is the epidemic of gun violence and steps that need to be taken to ensure all citizens can live without the fear of being shot by a gun-wielding assailant.

      Tucson Speaks Out: April 30

      Tucson Speaks Out: April 30

        Who gets protected?

        Gas prices hit wartime high as Trump weighs next Iran move

        Gas prices hit wartime high as Trump weighs next Iran move

        • Straight Arrow News

        Gas is now an average of $4.30/gallon and crude oil prices topped $125 Thursday morning as President Trump weighs his next moves in Iran.

        Why do ethics and morality so often get confused? | The Ethical Life podcast

        Why do ethics and morality so often get confused? | The Ethical Life podcast

        • scott.rada

        🎧 The conversation examines professional standards, personal judgment and why similar actions can lead to very different consequences across careers, institutions and public expectations.

        Editorial cartoons

        ANOTHER VIEW | Dave Granlund | Cagle Cartoons

        ANOTHER VIEW | Dave Granlund | Cagle Cartoons

        Report cards are sending parents the wrong signals | Bloomberg News

        Report cards are sending parents the wrong signals | Bloomberg News

          Achievement mirage has consequences, hurts disadvantaged students the most

          Shooter's real problem was in his head, not politics | Froma Harrop

          Shooter's real problem was in his head, not politics | Froma Harrop

            "Shots Fired at Correspondents' Dinner" dominated TV headlines following the gun attack at the Washington Hilton. Correction: Shots were not fired at the dinner but in the corridor outside. That's where security had pinned the accused gunman, Cole Tomas Allen, on his stomach and handcuffed him.

            When political violence erupts, Washington plays the blame game | Jonah Goldberg

            When political violence erupts, Washington plays the blame game | Jonah Goldberg

              A heavily armed California man was caught trying to storm the White House correspondents' dinner Saturday with the apparent intent to kill the president.

              Writers on the Range: Tucson Million Trees initiative is a shady success

              Writers on the Range: Tucson Million Trees initiative is a shady success

                The mayor launched the Tucson Million Trees initiative in 2020 by planting a tree in her own yard. Five years later, 150,000 trees are in the ground. 

                Local opinion: Fortress America, America First

                Local opinion: Fortress America, America First

                  Donald Trump’s “Fortress America” is an attempt to wall us in by shutting out those who are culturally, racially, ethnically, and religiously unacceptable to his fascist idea of purity. 

                  Tucson Speaks Out: April 29

                  Tucson Speaks Out: April 29

                    Is this a reason for a ballroom?

                    Trump Assassination Attempt: International Leaders React With Outrage

                    Trump Assassination Attempt: International Leaders React With Outrage

                      Trump assassination attempt: international leaders react with outrage after Correspondents’ Dinner shooting. A shooting incident near the White House Correspondents’ Dinner in Washington, D.C., where President Donald Trump and senior officials were present, has triggered strong reactions fro…

                      Editorials

                      A note to readers

                      A note to readers

                      To our readers:

                      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.

                      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.

                      Columnists

                      Local opinion: Remembering the homeless on May Day

                      Local opinion: Remembering the homeless on May Day

                      Trump’s economic policies have increased inflation, making it more and more difficult for Americans living on the margins to meet their basic needs.

                      Arizona opinion: 'Do No Harm' could devastate state’s beauty and wellness workforce

                      Arizona opinion: 'Do No Harm' could devastate state’s beauty and wellness workforce

                      According to industry analysis, more than 92% of cosmetology programs and 89% of massage therapy programs would fail the proposed earnings test.

                      Iran war talks stall. Defense chiefs get fired. Where’s the Senate? | Seattle Times

                      Iran war talks stall. Defense chiefs get fired. Where’s the Senate? | Seattle Times

                      Where is the Senate to rein in the president for waging directionless war in Middle East?

                      Local opinion: President Trump's $400 million ballroom response disgusts me

                      Local opinion: President Trump's $400 million ballroom response disgusts me

                      President Trump chose not to focus on the real issue, which is the epidemic of gun violence and steps that need to be taken to ensure all citizens can live without the fear of being shot by a gun-wielding assailant.

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                      Writers on the Range: Tucson Million Trees initiative is a shady success

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                      Report cards are sending parents the wrong signals | Bloomberg News

                      Report cards are sending parents the wrong signals | Bloomberg News

                      ANOTHER VIEW | Dave Granlund | Cagle Cartoons

                      ANOTHER VIEW | Dave Granlund | Cagle Cartoons

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                      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

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

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                      Letters to the Editor

                      Tucson Speaks Out: April 30

                      Tucson Speaks Out: April 30

                      Who gets protected?

                      Tucson Speaks Out: April 29

                      Tucson Speaks Out: April 29

                      Is this a reason for a ballroom?

                      Tucson Speaks Out: April 27

                      Tucson Speaks Out: April 27

                      GOP budget

                      Tucson Speaks Out: April 26

                      Tucson Speaks Out: April 26

                      Local youth music

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