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Tucson Speaks Out: June 10

Tucson Speaks Out: June 10

    TEP and ACC partnership

    Local opinion: Two petitions, one real reform

    Local opinion: Two petitions, one real reform

    • Bruce Burke Special to the Arizona Daily Star

    An opinion writer is urging Arizonans to support the Protect Education Act, a proposed ballot measure that would add new accountability, safety and spending restrictions to the state’s Empowerment Scholarship Account voucher program. The proposal would also set income limits for universal ES…

    Local opinion: Congress should fully fund the FY2027 defense budget

    Local opinion: Congress should fully fund the FY2027 defense budget

    • Ted Vogt Special to the Arizona Daily Star

    A former Air Force officer and Arizona public official argues that Congress should approve the full FY2027 defense budget, citing growing threats from China and Russia, the need to modernize America’s nuclear deterrent and the economic impact of defense programs that support thousands of job…

    Tucson Speaks Out: June 9

    Tucson Speaks Out: June 9

      Suggestion for District 6 voters

      Local opinion: Tucson Senate candidate says personal losses drive campaign

      Local opinion: Tucson Senate candidate says personal losses drive campaign

      • Rocque Perez Special to the Arizona Daily Star

      A Tucson candidate for the Arizona Senate reflects on personal experiences with gun violence, immigration challenges, addiction and political upheaval, arguing that a new generation of leaders is needed in state government. The opinion piece also criticizes the voting record of the incumbent…

      Tucson Speaks Out: June 8

      Tucson Speaks Out: June 8

        Trump holding all the cards

        National opinion: Colorado River basin states head toward legal clash over post-2026 water rules

        National opinion: Colorado River basin states head toward legal clash over post-2026 water rules

        • Boyd T. Miller Special to the Arizona Daily Star

        An opinion writer says competing proposals from Upper and Lower Colorado River Basin states are setting the stage for a major legal battle over water rights and conservation. With a federal deadline looming in 2026, the dispute could ultimately be decided by the U.S. Supreme Court, carrying …

        Letter: "Same ol-Same ol"

        Letter: "Same ol-Same ol"

        • Fred Thompson, East side

        Food for thought: Donald Trump: In his 1987 book The Art of the Deal, he shared a business philosophy, writing, "Good publicity is preferable to bad, but from a bottom-line perspective, bad publicity is sometimes better than no publicity at all." What with all of his Media coverage over the …

        Letter: Who promoted Thomas/Kavanaugh?

        Letter: Who promoted Thomas/Kavanaugh?

        • Jim Sinex, Midtown

        This Sunday, as part of the Republican attack machine, Marc Short referred to the Democratic Senate candidate from Maine, Graham Platner as a nazi and child sex trafficker.

        Letter: It can't happen here

        Letter: It can't happen here

        • Michael Burdoo, West side

        The movie “Dr. Strangelove or How I learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb” is a black comedy. Watch it, especially if you like Peter Sellers. The plot features delusional and inept people. They include the military chain of command starting at the President and on through the Secretary …

        Letter: SB 1418 But They're Just Little Nukes

        Letter: SB 1418 But They're Just Little Nukes

        • Sheldon Clark, Vail

        I was taken aback by the statements made by the sponsors of Arizona SB 1418. Republican Frank Carroll publicly declared, “I don’t buy into being overly cautious because that’s not necessary here.” Similarly, Republican House Majority Leader Michael Carbone suggested that storing spent fuel r…

        How does servant leadership make workplaces stronger? | The Ethical Life podcast

        How does servant leadership make workplaces stronger? | The Ethical Life podcast

        • scott.rada

        🎧 From grocery stores to manufacturing plants, the hosts examine trust, listening and relationship-building as keys to long-term organizational success.

        Mike Pence’s new book is a challenge to all Americans | Baltimore Sun

        Mike Pence’s new book is a challenge to all Americans | Baltimore Sun

          Former Vice President Mike Pence is not merely promoting a new book. He is making a final argument for a vision of conservatism he believes is slipping away.

          America was much more of a mess at the bicentennial than today | Jonah Goldberg

          America was much more of a mess at the bicentennial than today | Jonah Goldberg

            As we approach the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, America is in a foul mood, and I understand why. For starters, Washington is broken, prices are high and rising, and artificial intelligence is scaring the stuffing out of people.

            Editorial cartoons

            ANOTHER VIEW | Steve Greenberg | Special to the Arizona Daily Star

            ANOTHER VIEW | Steve Greenberg | Special to the Arizona Daily Star

            ANOTHER VIEW | Jeff Koterba | Cagle Cartoons

            ANOTHER VIEW | Jeff Koterba | Cagle Cartoons

            Tucson Speaks Out: June 10

            Tucson Speaks Out: June 10

              TEP and ACC partnership

              Local opinion: Two petitions, one real reform

              Local opinion: Two petitions, one real reform

                An opinion writer is urging Arizonans to support the Protect Education Act, a proposed ballot measure that would add new accountability, safety and spending restrictions to the state’s Empowerment Scholarship Account voucher program. The proposal would also set income limits for universal ESA eligibility while preserving access for students with disabilities.

                Gary Varvel for Jun 10, 2026

                Gary Varvel for Jun 10, 2026

                  Letter: Political sign overload

                  Letter: Political sign overload

                    Driving from Dove Mountain to Target on Ina, I have to endure miles & miles of political signs. Is bigger better? For me, the answer is simple: NO. Ciscomani has the largest signs & the most with 22 by the time I got to Ina Road. My thought: does he have such a high opinion of himsel…

                    Letter: Rachel Keshel and the law

                    Letter: Rachel Keshel and the law

                      A matter of concern has arisen among voters in Arizona’s Legislative District 17: that being, where does our representative, Rachel Keshel, actually reside?

                      Letter: Education

                      Letter: Education

                        Arizona's schools consistently are ranked 48 - 50 when compared to the rest of the country. Recent articles relate success to the lack of funding, that is a factor but never have I read a critique of the curriculum or the lack of discipline in the class. Allowing students to have cell phones…

                        Letter: THE SHOWER

                        Letter: THE SHOWER

                          When I take a shower, all I have to do is look down to realize I am a male. With that in mind, I also realize that I will never conceive a child, breast feed a child, or have a period. No matter how much I may wish to be a different sex, basic biology absolutely forbids it. One can wish all …

                          Editorials

                          A note to readers

                          A note to readers

                          To our readers:

                          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

                          How does servant leadership make workplaces stronger? | The Ethical Life podcast

                          How does servant leadership make workplaces stronger? | The Ethical Life podcast

                          🎧 From grocery stores to manufacturing plants, the hosts examine trust, listening and relationship-building as keys to long-term organizational success.

                          Mike Pence’s new book is a challenge to all Americans | Baltimore Sun

                          Mike Pence’s new book is a challenge to all Americans | Baltimore Sun

                          Former Vice President Mike Pence is not merely promoting a new book. He is making a final argument for a vision of conservatism he believes is slipping away.

                          America was much more of a mess at the bicentennial than today | Jonah Goldberg

                          America was much more of a mess at the bicentennial than today | Jonah Goldberg

                          As we approach the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, America is in a foul mood, and I understand why. For starters, Washington is broken, prices are high and rising, and artificial intelligence is scaring the stuffing out of people.

                          Local opinion: Two petitions, one real reform

                          Local opinion: Two petitions, one real reform

                          An opinion writer is urging Arizonans to support the Protect Education Act, a proposed ballot measure that would add new accountability, safety and spending restrictions to the state’s Empowerment Scholarship Account voucher program. The proposal would also set income limits for universal ESA eligibility while preserving access for students with disabilities.

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                          Letter: Tucson a Socialist Community?

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                          Letters to the Editor

                          Letter: "Same ol-Same ol"

                          Letter: "Same ol-Same ol"

                          Food for thought: Donald Trump: In his 1987 book The Art of the Deal, he shared a business philosophy, writing, "Good publicity is preferable to bad, but from a bottom-line perspective, bad publicity is sometimes better than no publicity at all." What with all of his Media coverage over the …

                          Letter: Who promoted Thomas/Kavanaugh?

                          Letter: Who promoted Thomas/Kavanaugh?

                          This Sunday, as part of the Republican attack machine, Marc Short referred to the Democratic Senate candidate from Maine, Graham Platner as a nazi and child sex trafficker.

                          Letter: It can't happen here

                          Letter: It can't happen here

                          The movie “Dr. Strangelove or How I learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb” is a black comedy. Watch it, especially if you like Peter Sellers. The plot features delusional and inept people. They include the military chain of command starting at the President and on through the Secretary …

                          Letter: SB 1418 But They're Just Little Nukes

                          Letter: SB 1418 But They're Just Little Nukes

                          I was taken aback by the statements made by the sponsors of Arizona SB 1418. Republican Frank Carroll publicly declared, “I don’t buy into being overly cautious because that’s not necessary here.” Similarly, Republican House Majority Leader Michael Carbone suggested that storing spent fuel r…

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