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Tucson Speaks Out: May 12

Tucson Speaks Out: May 12

    Bicyclists beware

    National opinion: Climate change reshapes rivers, routines and identity

    National opinion: Climate change reshapes rivers, routines and identity

    • Auden Schendler Special to the Arizona Daily Star

    A Colorado kayaker reflects on how climate change is reshaping rivers — and the traditions and friendships tied to them.

    Local opinion: Why mental health education in schools cannot be repealed

    Local opinion: Why mental health education in schools cannot be repealed

    • Annie Laguer, Monsi Barrios, Kassandra Sandoval and Rachel Figueroa Special to the Arizona Daily Star

    Public health students at the University of Arizona are urging lawmakers to reject a bill that would end mental health education in schools, warning it could worsen an already growing youth mental health crisis and limit access to critical support.

    Tucson Speaks Out: May 11

    Tucson Speaks Out: May 11

      Fool me once ...

      Local opinion: Trump’s grip on GOP tested in Indiana primaries

      Local opinion: Trump’s grip on GOP tested in Indiana primaries

      • Ronald F Eustice Special to the Arizona Daily Star

      An opinion writer says recent Indiana primaries highlight former President Donald Trump’s growing influence over Republican politics, after several GOP lawmakers who opposed him lost their races. The piece argues the results reflect deepening party divisions and raise broader concerns about …

      Local opinion: 2026 midterms hit different as trust, truth collide

      Local opinion: 2026 midterms hit different as trust, truth collide

      • Kelley Benson Special the the Arizona Daily Star

      The 2026 midterms aren’t just about seats — they’re about trust, truth and what voters believe in a nonstop political information war.

      Terry Bracy: Trump’s 'village' threatens democracy

      Terry Bracy: Trump’s 'village' threatens democracy

      • Terry Bracy Special to the Arizona Daily Star

      An opinion writer argues that the Trump administration’s policies — from foreign conflicts to domestic agency decisions — are weakening democratic institutions and prioritizing political and corporate interests. The piece calls for accountability and warns of long-term impacts on government …

      Tucson Speaks Out: May 12

      Tucson Speaks Out: May 12

        Bicyclists beware

        National opinion: Climate change reshapes rivers, routines and identity

        National opinion: Climate change reshapes rivers, routines and identity

        • Auden Schendler Special to the Arizona Daily Star

        A Colorado kayaker reflects on how climate change is reshaping rivers — and the traditions and friendships tied to them.

        Gary Varvel for May 12, 2026

        Gary Varvel for May 12, 2026

          Letter: The deficit

          Letter: The deficit

          • Dave Bertagnoli, West side

          Regarding Mr Will's commentary on Sen Paul's efforts to do something about the national deficit: They are absolutely correct in that something needs to be done before a calamity happens. With Sen Paul's solution I fear balancing the budget will come on the backs of the poor. Not to mention h…

          Letter: Charlie Kirk Way

          Letter: Charlie Kirk Way

          • Jeffrey McConnell, West side

          In an earlier letter I wrote that Cesar Chavez be remembered for his historical accomplishments and not his foibles suggesting retaining signs and monuments in his honor. While Cesar was born in Yuma his achievements were in California and I also boycotted lettuce back then.

          Letter: Trump is not old!

          Letter: Trump is not old!

          • Pat Bannon, East side

          Trump is one cheeseburger away from the after life.

          Letter: Blindness abounds with mayor, council

          Letter: Blindness abounds with mayor, council

          • Peter Bisschop, East side

          " 'Blindness abounds' with mayor, council. The Mayor and City Council need to open their collective eyes to see the effect of their policies playing out in the streets and neighborhoods within city limits." The writer needs to share his solutions to the problem found in Las Vegas, the money …

          Editorial cartoons

          ANOTHER VIEW | Rick McKee | Cagle Cartoons

          ANOTHER VIEW | Rick McKee | Cagle Cartoons

          ANOTHER VIEW | Milt Priggee | Cagle Cartoons

          ANOTHER VIEW | Milt Priggee | Cagle Cartoons

          Letter: Military genius?

          Letter: Military genius?

            On May 5 Trump ordered the start of Project Freedom, which was to have US military ships guide oil tankers through the Strait of Hormuz. He called this the “greatest military move in history.” He is putting his order on par with Hannibal crossing the Alps, Washington crossing the Delaware, D…

            At 250, America needs civic parenting, not just civics classes | Julie Silverbrook

            At 250, America needs civic parenting, not just civics classes | Julie Silverbrook

              From the founding, Americans understood that a republic depends on the character and judgment of its citizens. In the years after the Revolution, that insight took shape in what later came to be called “republican motherhood,” the belief that the success of the new nation required raising children with the virtue, knowledge and discipline necessary for citizenship.

              Data centers aren’t the enemy — They’re the future | Bloomberg News

              Data centers aren’t the enemy — They’re the future | Bloomberg News

                For a bunch of unremarkable warehouses, they’re generating a lot of controversy. Data centers — low-slung facilities that house the server racks and energy systems that underpin the digital economy — have become a heated issue on the campaign trail.

                Local opinion: Why mental health education in schools cannot be repealed

                Local opinion: Why mental health education in schools cannot be repealed

                  Public health students at the University of Arizona are urging lawmakers to reject a bill that would end mental health education in schools, warning it could worsen an already growing youth mental health crisis and limit access to critical support.

                  Tucson Speaks Out: May 11

                  Tucson Speaks Out: May 11

                    Fool me once ...

                    Letter: Empowerment Scholarship Account funding

                    Letter: Empowerment Scholarship Account funding

                      A common comment about the AZ voucher program is that “money moves with the student”. This is only partially correct. If a student moves from the public system to a private school, the voucher allocation is based on the amount the state pays for a charter school student, which is higher than…

                      Letter: The biggest gerrymander of all

                      Letter: The biggest gerrymander of all

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                        A note to readers

                        A note to readers

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                        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

                        National opinion: Climate change reshapes rivers, routines and identity

                        National opinion: Climate change reshapes rivers, routines and identity

                        A Colorado kayaker reflects on how climate change is reshaping rivers — and the traditions and friendships tied to them.

                        At 250, America needs civic parenting, not just civics classes | Julie Silverbrook

                        At 250, America needs civic parenting, not just civics classes | Julie Silverbrook

                        From the founding, Americans understood that a republic depends on the character and judgment of its citizens. In the years after the Revolution, that insight took shape in what later came to be called “republican motherhood,” the belief that the success of the new nation required raising children with the virtue, knowledge and discipline necessary for citizenship.

                        Data centers aren’t the enemy — They’re the future | Bloomberg News

                        Data centers aren’t the enemy — They’re the future | Bloomberg News

                        For a bunch of unremarkable warehouses, they’re generating a lot of controversy. Data centers — low-slung facilities that house the server racks and energy systems that underpin the digital economy — have become a heated issue on the campaign trail.

                        Local opinion: Why mental health education in schools cannot be repealed

                        Local opinion: Why mental health education in schools cannot be repealed

                        Public health students at the University of Arizona are urging lawmakers to reject a bill that would end mental health education in schools, warning it could worsen an already growing youth mental health crisis and limit access to critical support.

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                        Tucson Speaks Out: May 12

                        Tucson Speaks Out: May 12

                        Letter: Charlie Kirk Way

                        Letter: Charlie Kirk Way

                        Local opinion: Why mental health education in schools cannot be repealed

                        Local opinion: Why mental health education in schools cannot be repealed

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                        Letters to the Editor

                        Tucson Speaks Out: May 12

                        Tucson Speaks Out: May 12

                        Bicyclists beware

                        Letter: The deficit

                        Letter: The deficit

                        Regarding Mr Will's commentary on Sen Paul's efforts to do something about the national deficit: They are absolutely correct in that something needs to be done before a calamity happens. With Sen Paul's solution I fear balancing the budget will come on the backs of the poor. Not to mention h…

                        Letter: Charlie Kirk Way

                        Letter: Charlie Kirk Way

                        In an earlier letter I wrote that Cesar Chavez be remembered for his historical accomplishments and not his foibles suggesting retaining signs and monuments in his honor. While Cesar was born in Yuma his achievements were in California and I also boycotted lettuce back then.

                        Letter: Trump is not old!

                        Letter: Trump is not old!

                        Trump is one cheeseburger away from the after life.

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