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Local opinion: Tucson, Pima County work to break cycle of generational poverty

Local opinion: Tucson, Pima County work to break cycle of generational poverty

  • Jane Shurtleff Special to the Arizona Daily Star

The following is the opinion and analysis of the writer:

Tucson Speaks Out: September 19

Tucson Speaks Out: September 19

    Ruiz is the better candidate

    Local opinion: Who investigates when an Arizonan alleges misconduct by ICE?

    Local opinion: Who investigates when an Arizonan alleges misconduct by ICE?

    • Steven Davis Special to the Arizona Daily Star

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    Local opinion: AI fears aren’t new, but today’s technology raises old questions

    Local opinion: AI fears aren’t new, but today’s technology raises old questions

    • Frank Thompson Special to the Arizona Daily Star

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    Tucson Speaks Out: September 18

    Tucson Speaks Out: September 18

      Zelenskyy and diesel

      Local opinion: Tucson should reject Prop. 421 and explore public power

      Local opinion: Tucson should reject Prop. 421 and explore public power

      • Howard Weiss Special to the Arizona Daily Star

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      Local opinion: On Constitution Day, consider what holds us together

      Local opinion: On Constitution Day, consider what holds us together

      • Claire Scheuren Special to the Arizona Daily Star

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      Local opinion: Tucson, Pima County work to break cycle of generational poverty

      Local opinion: Tucson, Pima County work to break cycle of generational poverty

      • Jane Shurtleff Special to the Arizona Daily Star

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      Tucson Speaks Out: September 19

      Tucson Speaks Out: September 19

        Ruiz is the better candidate

        Letter: The Price of Gas

        Letter: The Price of Gas

        • Loran Hancock, Northwest side

        A lot of the Democrat commercials refer to the cost of living and how the candidate will make prices the highest priority, but, claiming they oppose Pres Trump's war with Iran. Perhaps it is just a matter of not understanding the purpose of the war with Iran. First, Iran is the biggest suppo…

        Letter: More Trump miracles

        Letter: More Trump miracles

        • Philip Reinecker, East side

        A recent photograph of Trumps ear that was allegedly struck by a bullet from a high powered rifle indicates no damage to the ear. Surprising because ear cartilage does not regenerate. But this is Trump. He just recently shot a 70 at his own golf course and went home with the trophy. A profes…

        Letter: Johnson Recesses The House To Avoid Vote

        Letter: Johnson Recesses The House To Avoid Vote

        • Gary Haslett, SaddleBrooke

        This week republican representative, Thomas Massie, introduced a bill to impeach Defense Secretary Pete “Big A” Hegseth for various offenses, including war crimes. With a republican majority in the House, and not wanting to upset Trump, this bill would be easily defeated, right?

        Letter: Poisoning the Kids Minds

        Letter: Poisoning the Kids Minds

        • Loran Hancock, Northwest side

        Do you trust AI? The response from AI provided that Arizona ranks 50th in overall public school quality in 2026. The first reaction is a willingness to believe based on rankings in previous years. Everyone in Tucson pays taxes that contribute to the education department and TUSD. Almost ever…

        Local opinion: Who investigates when an Arizonan alleges misconduct by ICE?

        Local opinion: Who investigates when an Arizonan alleges misconduct by ICE?

        • Steven Davis Special to the Arizona Daily Star

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        ANOTHER VIEW | Bill Day | Cagle Cartoons

        ANOTHER VIEW | Bill Day | Cagle Cartoons

        ANOTHER VIEW | John Darkow | Cagle Cartoons

        ANOTHER VIEW | John Darkow | Cagle Cartoons

        Local opinion: AI fears aren’t new, but today’s technology raises old questions

        Local opinion: AI fears aren’t new, but today’s technology raises old questions

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          China is a dangerous adversary that doesn't play by the rules | Roslyn Layton

          China is a dangerous adversary that doesn't play by the rules | Roslyn Layton

            Is China a competitor or an adversary? 

            China is a competor, not our enemy -- let's keep it that way | Jonathan Fritz

            China is a competor, not our enemy -- let's keep it that way | Jonathan Fritz

              Xi Jinping sees the United States as the primary obstacle to China’s ultimate ambitions: communism’s victory over capitalism, the forced “re-unification” of Taiwan, and China’s return to the center of the global stage.

              Tucson Speaks Out: September 18

              Tucson Speaks Out: September 18

                Zelenskyy and diesel

                Local opinion: Tucson should reject Prop. 421 and explore public power

                Local opinion: Tucson should reject Prop. 421 and explore public power

                  The following is the opinion and analysis of the writer:

                  Gary Varvel for Sep 18, 2026

                  Gary Varvel for Sep 18, 2026

                    Letter: Heisman trophy canidate

                    Letter: Heisman trophy canidate

                      Our football coach says that our QB should be allowed to be considered for the honor. How can he show his abilities if he is not given the chance because the offensive line does not protect him. The BYU game was a travesty!

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                      A note to readers

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                      Join Tucson’s conversation through the Star’s opinion pages

                      Join Tucson’s conversation through the Star’s opinion pages

                      The Arizona Daily Star’s opinion section aims to foster healthy engagement and debate on the best paths forward for Tucson. Here’s how you can be a part of it.

                      Local opinion: A subscriber’s hope for the Arizona Daily Star

                      Local opinion: A subscriber’s hope for the Arizona Daily Star

                      I read with genuine interest the Arizona Daily Star’s recent story about David Hoffmann’s investment in Lee Enterprises and his vision for local newspapers.

                      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.

                      Columnists

                      Local opinion: Tucson, Pima County work to break cycle of generational poverty

                      Local opinion: Tucson, Pima County work to break cycle of generational poverty

                      The following is the opinion and analysis of the writer:

                      Local opinion: Who investigates when an Arizonan alleges misconduct by ICE?

                      Local opinion: Who investigates when an Arizonan alleges misconduct by ICE?

                      The following is the opinion and analysis of the writer:

                      Local opinion: AI fears aren’t new, but today’s technology raises old questions

                      Local opinion: AI fears aren’t new, but today’s technology raises old questions

                      The following is the opinion and analysis of the writer:

                      China is a dangerous adversary that doesn't play by the rules | Roslyn Layton

                      China is a dangerous adversary that doesn't play by the rules | Roslyn Layton

                      Is China a competitor or an adversary? 

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                      Tucson Speaks Out: September 19

                      Tucson Speaks Out: September 19

                      Opinion: I spent two years living in an ancient tree to save it. Now history is repeating itself in Arizona — and Mexico

                      Opinion: I spent two years living in an ancient tree to save it. Now history is repeating itself in Arizona — and Mexico

                      Local opinion: Tucson, Pima County work to break cycle of generational poverty

                      Local opinion: Tucson, Pima County work to break cycle of generational poverty

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                      Letters to the Editor

                      Tucson Speaks Out: September 19

                      Tucson Speaks Out: September 19

                      Ruiz is the better candidate

                      Letter: The Price of Gas

                      Letter: The Price of Gas

                      A lot of the Democrat commercials refer to the cost of living and how the candidate will make prices the highest priority, but, claiming they oppose Pres Trump's war with Iran. Perhaps it is just a matter of not understanding the purpose of the war with Iran. First, Iran is the biggest suppo…

                      Letter: More Trump miracles

                      Letter: More Trump miracles

                      A recent photograph of Trumps ear that was allegedly struck by a bullet from a high powered rifle indicates no damage to the ear. Surprising because ear cartilage does not regenerate. But this is Trump. He just recently shot a 70 at his own golf course and went home with the trophy. A profes…

                      Letter: Johnson Recesses The House To Avoid Vote

                      Letter: Johnson Recesses The House To Avoid Vote

                      This week republican representative, Thomas Massie, introduced a bill to impeach Defense Secretary Pete “Big A” Hegseth for various offenses, including war crimes. With a republican majority in the House, and not wanting to upset Trump, this bill would be easily defeated, right?

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