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Writers on the Range: Tucson Million Trees initiative is a shady success

Writers on the Range: Tucson Million Trees initiative is a shady success

  • Karen Mockler Writers on the Range

The mayor launched the Tucson Million Trees initiative in 2020 by planting a tree in her own yard. Five years later, 150,000 trees are in the ground. 

Local opinion: Fortress America, America First

Local opinion: Fortress America, America First

  • Gerald Farrington Special to the Arizona Daily Star

Donald Trump’s “Fortress America” is an attempt to wall us in by shutting out those who are culturally, racially, ethnically, and religiously unacceptable to his fascist idea of purity. 

Tucson Speaks Out: April 29

Tucson Speaks Out: April 29

    Is this a reason for a ballroom?

    Arizona opinion: No one should have to fight this hard for daily bread

    Arizona opinion: No one should have to fight this hard for daily bread

    • Deborah K. Hutterer Special to the Arizona Daily Star

    We recognize the importance of accountability in public programs. But accountability must not come at the cost of access.

    Local opinion: Trump's walls are crumbling

    Local opinion: Trump's walls are crumbling

    • Ronald F. Eustice Special to the Arizona Daily Star

     The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research for April 21 showed a whopping 72% of Americans say the country is heading in the wrong direction, and the president’s overall approval rating is a dismal 33%.

    National opinion: The SAVE America Act would rig our elections

    National opinion: The SAVE America Act would rig our elections

    • Jordan Liz Special to the Arizona Daily Star

    The SAVE America Act is not about preventing election fraud. It is about paving the way for Trump to abuse his legal powers to rig the election in his favor.

    Local opinion: Our congressman is devoted to dirty fossil fuels

    Local opinion: Our congressman is devoted to dirty fossil fuels

    • Shelly Burgoyne Special to the Arizona Daily Star

    Rep Ciscomani supported legislation that rescinded $5.5 billion in federal funding meant for home energy-efficiency rebates.

    Tucson Speaks Out: April 30

    Tucson Speaks Out: April 30

      Who gets protected?

      Why do ethics and morality so often get confused? | The Ethical Life podcast

      Why do ethics and morality so often get confused? | The Ethical Life podcast

      • scott.rada

      🎧 The conversation examines professional standards, personal judgment and why similar actions can lead to very different consequences across careers, institutions and public expectations.

      Report cards are sending parents the wrong signals | Bloomberg News

      Report cards are sending parents the wrong signals | Bloomberg News

        Achievement mirage has consequences, hurts disadvantaged students the most

        Shooter's real problem was in his head, not politics | Froma Harrop

        Shooter's real problem was in his head, not politics | Froma Harrop

          "Shots Fired at Correspondents' Dinner" dominated TV headlines following the gun attack at the Washington Hilton. Correction: Shots were not fired at the dinner but in the corridor outside. That's where security had pinned the accused gunman, Cole Tomas Allen, on his stomach and handcuffed him.

          When political violence erupts, Washington plays the blame game | Jonah Goldberg

          When political violence erupts, Washington plays the blame game | Jonah Goldberg

            A heavily armed California man was caught trying to storm the White House correspondents' dinner Saturday with the apparent intent to kill the president.

            Writers on the Range: Tucson Million Trees initiative is a shady success

            Writers on the Range: Tucson Million Trees initiative is a shady success

            • Karen Mockler Writers on the Range

            The mayor launched the Tucson Million Trees initiative in 2020 by planting a tree in her own yard. Five years later, 150,000 trees are in the ground. 

            Local opinion: Fortress America, America First

            Local opinion: Fortress America, America First

            • Gerald Farrington Special to the Arizona Daily Star

            Donald Trump’s “Fortress America” is an attempt to wall us in by shutting out those who are culturally, racially, ethnically, and religiously unacceptable to his fascist idea of purity. 

            Editorial cartoons

            ANOTHER VIEW | Dave Granlund | Cagle Cartoons

            ANOTHER VIEW | Dave Granlund | Cagle Cartoons

            Tucson Speaks Out: April 29

            Tucson Speaks Out: April 29

              Is this a reason for a ballroom?

              Trump Assassination Attempt: International Leaders React With Outrage

              Trump Assassination Attempt: International Leaders React With Outrage

                Trump assassination attempt: international leaders react with outrage after Correspondents’ Dinner shooting. A shooting incident near the White House Correspondents’ Dinner in Washington, D.C., where President Donald Trump and senior officials were present, has triggered strong reactions fro…

                King Charles Makes Pointed Jabs At Trump In Historic US Address

                King Charles Makes Pointed Jabs At Trump In Historic US Address

                  King Charles III delivered a historic address to the US Congress, calling for better relations between Britain and the US and delivering subtle jabs at his host, US President Donald Trump. The Monarch’s visit to the US was to commemorate America’s 250th anniversary of the signing of the Decl…

                  King Charles Earns Standing Ovation with Call for Unity in Uncertain Times

                  King Charles Earns Standing Ovation with Call for Unity in Uncertain Times

                    King Charles III delivered a landmark speech to the U.S. Congress, receiving multiple standing ovations as he urged stronger unity between the United Kingdom and the United States.

                    First grader’s love of ties inspires children’s book in Montville

                    First grader’s love of ties inspires children’s book in Montville

                      A simple daily choice by a young student at William Mason Elementary is now encouraging others to embrace their individuality.

                      Donald Trump Reveals He Held Up the Secret Service From Rushing Him Out of Chaotic WHCD Shooting

                      Donald Trump Reveals He Held Up the Secret Service From Rushing Him Out of Chaotic WHCD Shooting

                        Former President Donald Trump said he briefly hesitated as agents evacuated him during gunfire at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner on Saturday, April 26. In a 60 Minutes interview with Norah O’Donnell, Trump said he told the Secret Service, “Wait a minute, let me see,” before complying…

                        Arizona opinion: No one should have to fight this hard for daily bread

                        Arizona opinion: No one should have to fight this hard for daily bread

                          We recognize the importance of accountability in public programs. But accountability must not come at the cost of access.

                          Editorials

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                          A note to readers

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                          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.

                          Arizona Daily Star Editorial: The Star endorses Propositions 418, 419

                          Arizona Daily Star Editorial: The Star endorses Propositions 418, 419

                          The Arizona Daily Star endorses the passage of Propositions 418 and 419, the RTA Next plan and funding authorization.

                          Columnists

                          Why do ethics and morality so often get confused? | The Ethical Life podcast

                          Why do ethics and morality so often get confused? | The Ethical Life podcast

                          🎧 The conversation examines professional standards, personal judgment and why similar actions can lead to very different consequences across careers, institutions and public expectations.

                          Report cards are sending parents the wrong signals | Bloomberg News

                          Report cards are sending parents the wrong signals | Bloomberg News

                          Achievement mirage has consequences, hurts disadvantaged students the most

                          Shooter's real problem was in his head, not politics | Froma Harrop

                          Shooter's real problem was in his head, not politics | Froma Harrop

                          "Shots Fired at Correspondents' Dinner" dominated TV headlines following the gun attack at the Washington Hilton. Correction: Shots were not fired at the dinner but in the corridor outside. That's where security had pinned the accused gunman, Cole Tomas Allen, on his stomach and handcuffed him.

                          When political violence erupts, Washington plays the blame game | Jonah Goldberg

                          When political violence erupts, Washington plays the blame game | Jonah Goldberg

                          A heavily armed California man was caught trying to storm the White House correspondents' dinner Saturday with the apparent intent to kill the president.

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                          Report cards are sending parents the wrong signals | Bloomberg News

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                          ANOTHER VIEW | Dave Granlund | Cagle Cartoons

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                          How to Buy WLFI Token: Full Beginner Guide

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                          Letters to the Editor

                          Tucson Speaks Out: April 30

                          Tucson Speaks Out: April 30

                          Who gets protected?

                          Tucson Speaks Out: April 29

                          Tucson Speaks Out: April 29

                          Is this a reason for a ballroom?

                          Tucson Speaks Out: April 27

                          Tucson Speaks Out: April 27

                          GOP budget

                          Tucson Speaks Out: April 26

                          Tucson Speaks Out: April 26

                          Local youth music

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