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Tucson Speaks Out: July 11

Tucson Speaks Out: July 11

    Red-light camera violations

    Tucson Speaks Out: July 10

    Tucson Speaks Out: July 10

      Welcome to Tucson

      Local opinion: House expansion, popular vote, ranked choice could reshape elections

      Local opinion: House expansion, popular vote, ranked choice could reshape elections

      • Gail Kamaras Special to the Arizona Daily Star

      As the U.S. marks its 250th anniversary, this opinion calls for major election reforms, including expanding the U.S. House, adopting a national popular vote for president and implementing ranked-choice voting to create a more representative democracy.

      Local opinion: Arizona needs stronger heat safety laws

      Local opinion: Arizona needs stronger heat safety laws

      • Sara Becker Special to the Arizona Daily Star

      As extreme heat drives hundreds of deaths in Arizona each year, this opinion argues that voluntary workplace guidelines are not enough. The author calls for enforceable heat-safety standards to better protect outdoor workers from preventable illness and death.

      Local opinion: Democrats' self-immolation

      Local opinion: Democrats' self-immolation

      • Jeffrey Rogers Special to the Arizona Daily Star

      A longtime Arizona Democratic Party leader argues that some progressive voices are pushing the party in a dangerous direction on Israel and Hamas. The opinion calls on Democrats to reject extremism while supporting Israel's right to exist and condemning terrorism.

      Tucson Speaks Out: July 9

      Tucson Speaks Out: July 9

        Red light cameras

        National opinion: Nature gives us the strength to keep going

        National opinion: Nature gives us the strength to keep going

        • Pepper Trail Special to the Arizona Daily Star

        Wildflowers, mountain trails and time outdoors can do more than lift your spirits, this opinion argues. A conservation biologist reflects on why reconnecting with nature is essential for resilience, civic engagement and hope during difficult times.

        Local opinion: The most dangerous person to ever hold the presidency

        Local opinion: The most dangerous person to ever hold the presidency

        • Sheldon Metz Special to the Arizona Daily Star

        Open question to Republicans, MAGAites, Trump-Golden-Idol worshippers and those who believe he walks on water, especially in algae-filled pools. You claim to be “patriots,” "loyalists to America," nationalists, devotees, conservatives, visionaries, and profess your loyalty to the very Consti…

        Tucson Speaks Out: July 11

        Tucson Speaks Out: July 11

          Red-light camera violations

          Letter: Sore loser

          Letter: Sore loser

          • John Kautz, Midtown

          It shouldn’t come as a surprise that Trump would whine about a call in the USA soccer match. We continually see his response any time he loses, eg. 2020 election. “Unfair” “Cheating “. Whether the call was correct when Balogun got a red card, it was the referee’s call and our appeal was deni…

          Letter: Thank You

          Letter: Thank You

          • Ray Omdahl, Green Valley

          I am so glad you continue to report on ICE atrocities. Please keep it up. NPR reported they are snatching (my word) 2,000 non-white people a day with the goons working 7 days a week. They will need to buy more concentration camps from their billionaire buddies.

          Tucson Speaks Out: July 10

          Tucson Speaks Out: July 10

            Welcome to Tucson

            Local opinion: House expansion, popular vote, ranked choice could reshape elections

            Local opinion: House expansion, popular vote, ranked choice could reshape elections

            • Gail Kamaras Special to the Arizona Daily Star

            As the U.S. marks its 250th anniversary, this opinion calls for major election reforms, including expanding the U.S. House, adopting a national popular vote for president and implementing ranked-choice voting to create a more representative democracy.

            Supreme Court's conservative majority weakens the rule of law | Devon Ombres

            Supreme Court's conservative majority weakens the rule of law | Devon Ombres

              In its 2025-26 term, the U.S. Supreme Court continued to weaken the Constitution in its quest to aggrandize itself and the presidency while diminishing Congress.  

              Editorial cartoons

              ANOTHER VIEW | Dave Whamond | Cagle Cartoons

              ANOTHER VIEW | Dave Whamond | Cagle Cartoons

              ANOTHER VIEW | Harley Schwadron | Cagle Cartoons

              ANOTHER VIEW | Harley Schwadron | Cagle Cartoons

              Supreme Court favors a colorblind society, dings the deep state | Chris Talgo

              Supreme Court favors a colorblind society, dings the deep state | Chris Talgo

                The U.S. Supreme Court recently concluded its 236th annual term after hearing 74 cases and holding 58 oral arguments. In most cases, the nine justices did not reach unanimous agreement. Likewise, the public reaction to many of these rulings was mixed. Even scholars and academics disagreed vehemently on many decisions.

                Gary Varvel for Jul 10, 2026

                Gary Varvel for Jul 10, 2026

                  Letter: Quick question

                  Letter: Quick question

                    Does anyone else out there believe that they are actually living in the prequel to the movie Idiocracy? Just wondering.

                    Letter: Without penalty

                    Letter: Without penalty

                      Donald Trump’s influence can never be erased. Long after he is gone, his actions will still affect the nation and its people that gave him carte blanche to do his worst. The wealthy tycoons who surround him, the politicians who are under his sway, and his hand-picked administrators who have …

                      The gig economy should help save Social Security | Kathryn Anne Edwards

                      The gig economy should help save Social Security | Kathryn Anne Edwards

                        The Social Security trust fund will run out of money by late 2032, according to an annual report last month. The specific date is new, but the overall trend is not: Social Security’s long-run imbalance was first projected in 1985. Even for Congress, ignoring 41 years of warnings about a problem that is both consequential and easy to fix is breathtaking.

                        The Fed’s independence is unfinished business

                        The Fed’s independence is unfinished business

                          The Supreme Court has recognized the Federal Reserve as a special case among the government’s numerous independent agencies — one that requires protection from White House interference.

                          Local opinion: Arizona needs stronger heat safety laws

                          Local opinion: Arizona needs stronger heat safety laws

                            As extreme heat drives hundreds of deaths in Arizona each year, this opinion argues that voluntary workplace guidelines are not enough. The author calls for enforceable heat-safety standards to better protect outdoor workers from preventable illness and death.

                            Editorials

                            A note to readers

                            A note to readers

                            To our readers:

                            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.

                            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.

                            Columnists

                            Local opinion: The most dangerous person to ever hold the presidency

                            Local opinion: The most dangerous person to ever hold the presidency

                            Open question to Republicans, MAGAites, Trump-Golden-Idol worshippers and those who believe he walks on water, especially in algae-filled pools. You claim to be “patriots,” "loyalists to America," nationalists, devotees, conservatives, visionaries, and profess your loyalty to the very Consti…

                            Local opinion: House expansion, popular vote, ranked choice could reshape elections

                            Local opinion: House expansion, popular vote, ranked choice could reshape elections

                            As the U.S. marks its 250th anniversary, this opinion calls for major election reforms, including expanding the U.S. House, adopting a national popular vote for president and implementing ranked-choice voting to create a more representative democracy.

                            Supreme Court's conservative majority weakens the rule of law | Devon Ombres

                            Supreme Court's conservative majority weakens the rule of law | Devon Ombres

                            In its 2025-26 term, the U.S. Supreme Court continued to weaken the Constitution in its quest to aggrandize itself and the presidency while diminishing Congress.  

                            Supreme Court favors a colorblind society, dings the deep state | Chris Talgo

                            Supreme Court favors a colorblind society, dings the deep state | Chris Talgo

                            The U.S. Supreme Court recently concluded its 236th annual term after hearing 74 cases and holding 58 oral arguments. In most cases, the nine justices did not reach unanimous agreement. Likewise, the public reaction to many of these rulings was mixed. Even scholars and academics disagreed vehemently on many decisions.

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                            Local opinion: Democrats' self-immolation

                            Local opinion: Democrats' self-immolation

                            Tucson Speaks Out: July 10

                            Tucson Speaks Out: July 10

                            Local opinion: Arizona Corporation Commission elections are critical to electricity cost

                            Local opinion: Arizona Corporation Commission elections are critical to electricity cost

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                            What Your Home's Age Reveals About the HVAC Problems Coming Your Way

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                            Humidity: The Midwest's Hidden Comfort and Health Problem

                            Humidity: The Midwest's Hidden Comfort and Health Problem

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                            Letters to the Editor

                            Tucson Speaks Out: July 11

                            Tucson Speaks Out: July 11

                            Red-light camera violations

                            Letter: Sore loser

                            Letter: Sore loser

                            It shouldn’t come as a surprise that Trump would whine about a call in the USA soccer match. We continually see his response any time he loses, eg. 2020 election. “Unfair” “Cheating “. Whether the call was correct when Balogun got a red card, it was the referee’s call and our appeal was deni…

                            Letter: Thank You

                            Letter: Thank You

                            I am so glad you continue to report on ICE atrocities. Please keep it up. NPR reported they are snatching (my word) 2,000 non-white people a day with the goons working 7 days a week. They will need to buy more concentration camps from their billionaire buddies.

                            Tucson Speaks Out: July 10

                            Tucson Speaks Out: July 10

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