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Opinion

Local opinion: Medicare pilot program draws criticism over prior authorization

Local opinion: Medicare pilot program draws criticism over prior authorization

  • Katherine Hess Special to the Arizona Daily Star

An Arizona health care activist says a new Medicare pilot program is delaying care and worsening patients’ quality of life. The program, which requires prior authorization for some treatments, is drawing criticism from doctors and patients who warn it could expand nationwide and shift more c…

Tucson Speaks Out: May 9

Tucson Speaks Out: May 9

    Trump's favorite Rep.

    Local opinion: Arizona teachers deserve more than appreciation

    Local opinion: Arizona teachers deserve more than appreciation

    • Kristina Chumpol Special to the Arizona Daily Star

    Arizona teachers are making a lasting impact in classrooms — but many say appreciation alone isn’t enough. With thousands of vacancies and the state ranking near the bottom in education funding, educators continue to face growing challenges, prompting calls for long-term investment and stron…

    Tucson Speaks Out: May 8

    Tucson Speaks Out: May 8

      Richard Nixon

      Local opinion: Raising our voices for something, not against everything

      Local opinion: Raising our voices for something, not against everything

      • Frank Thompson Special to the Arizona Daily Star

      I am hoping that some protests can be focused on what we want to accomplish moving forward.

      Local opinion: Republican state budget puts Southern Arizona last

      Local opinion: Republican state budget puts Southern Arizona last

      • Kevin Volk Special to the Arizona Daily Star

      I will fight for a budget is fair to our region - not one where it seems like we're taking all the hits.

      Tucson Speaks Out: May 7

      Tucson Speaks Out: May 7

        Trump threatens NATO

        Local opinion: Medicare pilot program draws criticism over prior authorization

        Local opinion: Medicare pilot program draws criticism over prior authorization

        • Katherine Hess Special to the Arizona Daily Star

        An Arizona health care activist says a new Medicare pilot program is delaying care and worsening patients’ quality of life. The program, which requires prior authorization for some treatments, is drawing criticism from doctors and patients who warn it could expand nationwide and shift more c…

        Tucson Speaks Out: May 9

        Tucson Speaks Out: May 9

          Trump's favorite Rep.

          Letter: Letter the better car prevail

          Letter: Letter the better car prevail

          • Jeffrey Zelmanow, SaddleBrooke

          I read with some dismay of congressional efforts to ban Chinese vehicles from entering the United States market. The concern is that allowing such vehicles in the US will harm American manufactures. Does anyone else see something wrong with this picture? If American consumers are given the c…

          Letter: Suing before printing?

          Letter: Suing before printing?

          • Dan Pendergrass, West side

          I recently read an article about how the rich and powerful are suing publications before they even print. Maybe it's just me, but if you file suit before even seeing the article aren't you basically saying you did something bad and you just don't want anyone to know about it? Sounds like an …

          Letter: Ceasefire, what ceasefire?

          Letter: Ceasefire, what ceasefire?

          • Philip Reinecker, East side

          "Washington said Iran had not breached a fragile ceasefire" But Iran fired missiles at US ships on Monday and attacked the United Arab emirates. During the non-ceasefire the US military said it had destroyed six Iranian small boats as well as cruise missiles and drones. I realize that Trumps…

          Letter: TPD no longer provides information to the public since they encrypted their police calls

          Letter: TPD no longer provides information to the public since they encrypted their police calls

          • Cheryl Kelli, Downtown

          When I hear a police helicopter and/or police sirens where I am at, I need to know what is going on. Previously, I could pull up dispatch and learn if it was a threat to my safety. This gave me peace of mind. Now, that is no longer an option and it makes me feel unsafe.

          Local opinion: Arizona teachers deserve more than appreciation

          Local opinion: Arizona teachers deserve more than appreciation

          • Kristina Chumpol Special to the Arizona Daily Star

          Arizona teachers are making a lasting impact in classrooms — but many say appreciation alone isn’t enough. With thousands of vacancies and the state ranking near the bottom in education funding, educators continue to face growing challenges, prompting calls for long-term investment and stron…

          Editorial cartoons

          ANOTHER VIEW | Bob Englehart | Cagle Cartoons

          ANOTHER VIEW | Bob Englehart | Cagle Cartoons

          ANOTHER VIEW | Bill Day | Cagle Cartoons

          ANOTHER VIEW | Bill Day | Cagle Cartoons

          Tucson Speaks Out: May 8

          Tucson Speaks Out: May 8

            Richard Nixon

            Trump right to waive mandate for US vessels | Katelyn Bledsoe

            Trump right to waive mandate for US vessels | Katelyn Bledsoe

              The Trump administration’s recent waiver of the Jones Act during the conflict in the Middle East recognizes that this law restricts the efficient movement of critical resources.

              Don't let foreign ships move into America's domestic market | Jennifer Carpenter

              Don't let foreign ships move into America's domestic market | Jennifer Carpenter

                Only American-built, American-crewed and American-flagged vessels can deliver goods between U.S. ports, under the Jones Act.

                Gary Varvel for May 08, 2026

                Gary Varvel for May 08, 2026

                  The bigger debate behind the voting rights case | Stephen L. Carter

                  The bigger debate behind the voting rights case | Stephen L. Carter

                    I agree with those who think the Supreme Court made a mistake in narrowing the scope of Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act. But rather than join in the ritual and perhaps overheated condemnation of the decision in Louisiana v. Callais, perhaps we might consider its place in the larger conversation about righting racial wrongs.

                    Democrats deserve some blame for Spirit Airlines' downfall  | Dace Potas

                    Democrats deserve some blame for Spirit Airlines' downfall | Dace Potas

                      In the wake of crippling jet fuel costs, Spirit Airlines has gone out of business, disrupting passengers’ travel plans, leaving 15,000 employees facing uncertainty and creating a major void in the budget travel market.

                      Local opinion: Raising our voices for something, not against everything

                      Local opinion: Raising our voices for something, not against everything

                        I am hoping that some protests can be focused on what we want to accomplish moving forward.

                        Editorials

                        A note to readers

                        A note to readers

                        To our readers:

                        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.

                        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.

                        Columnists

                        Local opinion: Medicare pilot program draws criticism over prior authorization

                        Local opinion: Medicare pilot program draws criticism over prior authorization

                        An Arizona health care activist says a new Medicare pilot program is delaying care and worsening patients’ quality of life. The program, which requires prior authorization for some treatments, is drawing criticism from doctors and patients who warn it could expand nationwide and shift more control to private companies.

                        Local opinion: Arizona teachers deserve more than appreciation

                        Local opinion: Arizona teachers deserve more than appreciation

                        Arizona teachers are making a lasting impact in classrooms — but many say appreciation alone isn’t enough. With thousands of vacancies and the state ranking near the bottom in education funding, educators continue to face growing challenges, prompting calls for long-term investment and stronger support.

                        Trump right to waive mandate for US vessels | Katelyn Bledsoe

                        Trump right to waive mandate for US vessels | Katelyn Bledsoe

                        The Trump administration’s recent waiver of the Jones Act during the conflict in the Middle East recognizes that this law restricts the efficient movement of critical resources.

                        Don't let foreign ships move into America's domestic market | Jennifer Carpenter

                        Don't let foreign ships move into America's domestic market | Jennifer Carpenter

                        Only American-built, American-crewed and American-flagged vessels can deliver goods between U.S. ports, under the Jones Act.

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                        Tucson Speaks Out: May 8

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                        Arizona opinion: We are still paying high price for DEI at state's public universities

                        Arizona opinion: We are still paying high price for DEI at state's public universities

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                        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: May 9

                        Tucson Speaks Out: May 9

                        Trump's favorite Rep.

                        Letter: Letter the better car prevail

                        Letter: Letter the better car prevail

                        I read with some dismay of congressional efforts to ban Chinese vehicles from entering the United States market. The concern is that allowing such vehicles in the US will harm American manufactures. Does anyone else see something wrong with this picture? If American consumers are given the c…

                        Letter: Suing before printing?

                        Letter: Suing before printing?

                        I recently read an article about how the rich and powerful are suing publications before they even print. Maybe it's just me, but if you file suit before even seeing the article aren't you basically saying you did something bad and you just don't want anyone to know about it? Sounds like an …

                        Letter: Ceasefire, what ceasefire?

                        Letter: Ceasefire, what ceasefire?

                        "Washington said Iran had not breached a fragile ceasefire" But Iran fired missiles at US ships on Monday and attacked the United Arab emirates. During the non-ceasefire the US military said it had destroyed six Iranian small boats as well as cruise missiles and drones. I realize that Trumps…

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