Life is too short
- 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.
- 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.
- Duane Barbour, Midtown
You know, with this president, the "white" in White House stands for something completely different.
- John Stark, Southeast side
Our congressman is a weak man who succumbs to Trump’s threats. I urge everyone to remember Juan Ciscomani’s vote last year to defund public broadcasting. Trump bullied weak kneed congressmen like Juan Ciscomani. He said, “Any Republican that votes to allow this monstrosity to continue broadc…
- Dave Abbott, Southeast side
Life is too short to watch a Trump Speech - the lowlights on the news and comedy shows are OK - but, even those are a bit much. It takes a special person who enjoys the speeches and actually takes time out of their day to attend one. When i do watch a lowlight or two, i am most interested in…
- Kathleen Fordney, Green Valley
I grew up in Tucson when it was a small town and remember when I was young, having two newspapers. One newspaper was the morning paper, the Star. The other newspaper was the afternoon paper, the Citizen. My family subscribed to the Citizen. Since then, the city of Tucson has multiplied many …
- Barbara Benjamin, Foothills
Graham Platner is just the latest example but both the Democrat and Republican parties are not performing a function they did so well before we opened primary elections to just anyone! Whether we liked the terminology or not, the proverbial smoke filled room performed a service to the Countr…
- Larry Hammond, Southwest side
As I observe the current Trump administration, I am reminded of the movie "Blazing Saddles." Trump is the character portrayed by Mel Brooks, Governor William Lepetomane. And Trump's advisor, Stephan Miller is the character portrayed by Harvey Korman, State Procurer, Hedley Lamarr.
- Melissa Cordero, West side
Reading Jordan Ochoa's "Nana's Rights" platform gave me whiplash. For a moment, I thought I was reading a Democratic campaign.
If you believe Arizona deserves independent representation that puts constituents first, please join us along with hundreds of others on Friday, July 17, as we peacefully demonstrate our commitment to accountable government, voting rights and economic opportunity for all.
America’s media are constantly putting out headlines like, “U.S. and Iran Trade Fresh Strikes.”
It’s an obvious conclusion. Trump is not just demented, running on gas his body stored from years of gorging on McDonald’s, he is completely and totally delusional.
July 09, 1868, Congress passed the landmark amendment that guaranteed citizenship to all, ". Born or naturalized in the United States. ". And will be provided with ". Equal protection under the Laws. ". Happy Birthday 14th Amendment!!!
I was saddened to see Frank Bergen's obituary in today's, 7/8, paper. Frank was part of a group of wise people who had worked in and/or around politics and people, like me, who were just politics wonks. Former Tucsonan, Norm Sherman, moved to Iowa to be near his children, and started writing…
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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.
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.
Juan Ciscomani has a pivotal role to play in protecting public lands. It's a role that he must fulfill.
If you believe Arizona deserves independent representation that puts constituents first, please join us along with hundreds of others on Friday, July 17, as we peacefully demonstrate our commitment to accountable government, voting rights and economic opportunity for all.
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Many people know Jake Martin by his title as Chief Deputy Treasurer. Those of us who have worked alongside him know something more important: he has already been leading.
The need to reform Social Security — to keep by far the most important government assistance program solvent — has long been obvious.
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You know, with this president, the "white" in White House stands for something completely different.
Our congressman is a weak man who succumbs to Trump’s threats. I urge everyone to remember Juan Ciscomani’s vote last year to defund public broadcasting. Trump bullied weak kneed congressmen like Juan Ciscomani. He said, “Any Republican that votes to allow this monstrosity to continue broadc…
Life is too short to watch a Trump Speech - the lowlights on the news and comedy shows are OK - but, even those are a bit much. It takes a special person who enjoys the speeches and actually takes time out of their day to attend one. When i do watch a lowlight or two, i am most interested in…
I grew up in Tucson when it was a small town and remember when I was young, having two newspapers. One newspaper was the morning paper, the Star. The other newspaper was the afternoon paper, the Citizen. My family subscribed to the Citizen. Since then, the city of Tucson has multiplied many …