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Opinion

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.

    Tucson Speaks Out: July 8

    Tucson Speaks Out: July 8

      Birthright citizenship

      Local opinion: Ending fireworks a good decision

      Local opinion: Ending fireworks a good decision

      • Michael A. Chihak Special to the Arizona Daily Star

      The following is the opinion and analysis of the writer:

      National opinion: Birthright citizenship ruling was a win for democracy — and a warning about erasing history

      National opinion: Birthright citizenship ruling was a win for democracy — and a warning about erasing history

      • Anita Chabria Los Angeles Times

      The Supreme Court's birthright citizenship decision was about more than immigration, this opinion argues. It says Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson's opinion highlights how competing interpretations of the 14th Amendment reflect a broader fight over history, citizenship and the nation's future.

      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 ve…

          Letter: Quick question

          Letter: Quick question

          • Jeff Stephens, East side

          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

          • Ron Lancaster, North side

          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 prob…

            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

              • 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.

              Editorial cartoons

              ANOTHER VIEW | Dave Whamond | Cagle Cartoons

              ANOTHER VIEW | Dave Whamond | Cagle Cartoons

              Judge Orders Trump to Pay E. Jean Carroll $5 Million

              Judge Orders Trump to Pay E. Jean Carroll $5 Million

                A federal judge has ordered U.S. President Donald Trump to pay writer E. Jean Carroll more than $5 million after a jury found him liable for sexually abusing and defaming her.

                Congress is moving toward making college more affordable | Dallas Morning News

                Congress is moving toward making college more affordable | Dallas Morning News

                  As children make their way through school, they are often reminded college is the path toward a successful career and stability.

                  Local opinion: Democrats' self-immolation

                  Local opinion: Democrats' self-immolation

                    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.

                    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.

                      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

                          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.

                          Letter: Historical perspective

                          Letter: Historical perspective

                            It’s difficult to comprehend the total scale of corruption in the current administration. However, in a recent

                            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

                            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.

                            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.

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                            Local opinion: The work is not done: A letter to LD-21

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

                            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

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                            Letters to the Editor

                            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 …

                            Tucson Speaks Out: July 9

                            Tucson Speaks Out: July 9

                            Red light cameras

                            Letter: Historical perspective

                            Letter: Historical perspective

                            It’s difficult to comprehend the total scale of corruption in the current administration. However, in a recent

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