Opinion

As the U.S. marks its 250th anniversary, this opinion urges Americans to celebrate the workers, farmers, teachers, soldiers, immigrants and other everyday people who built the nation — and to look beyond political divisions.

A retired Air Force officer reflects on celebrating the U.S. Bicentennial in 1976—and explains why he won't celebrate the nation's 250th anniversary, arguing the country has lost its way under President Donald Trump.

As Legislative District 21 voters receive their mail ballots, Democratic House candidate Maritza Higuera shares how decades as an educator, nonprofit leader, small business owner and community volunteer shaped her vision for Southern Arizona.

Why are people really becoming homeless? This opinion argues Arizona's response focuses too much on housing and not enough on health, urging leaders to rethink how homelessness is measured, understood and addressed.

Arizona's latest state budget skipped a proven investment in students, this opinion argues. Dual enrollment helps teens earn college credit, saves families money and builds the state's future workforce—but supporters say lawmakers failed to provide the funding it needs.

As the U.S. marks its 250th anniversary, this opinion urges Americans to celebrate the workers, farmers, teachers, soldiers, immigrants and other everyday people who built the nation — and to look beyond political divisions.

Barney Fife stole a few minutes of my time. Again.

A retired Air Force officer reflects on celebrating the U.S. Bicentennial in 1976—and explains why he won't celebrate the nation's 250th anniversary, arguing the country has lost its way under President Donald Trump.

"It was to be a party of special magnificence!" — JRR Tolkien

If you spend enough time watching cable news, scrolling social media or listening to political consultants, you could be forgiven for believing Americans agree on almost nothing. Every debate seems to reinforce the same message: The country is hopelessly polarized along partisan lines.