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Opinion

Local opinion: A nation still in the making

Local opinion: A nation still in the making

  • Rabbi Yehuda Ceitlin Special to the Arizona Daily Star

A visit to Washington, D.C., ahead of the nation's 250th anniversary inspired this reflection on the Constitution, Abraham Lincoln and the Jewish concept of Tikkun Olam. The opinion argues America's greatest strength lies in its ongoing work to become "a more perfect Union."

Tucson Speaks Out: July 6

Tucson Speaks Out: July 6

    King of Greed?

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

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

    • Sofia Garcia and Mike Carran Special to the Arizona Daily Star

    As Tucson faces another scorching summer, this opinion argues that rising TEP rates, utility profits and Arizona Corporation Commission elections are closely connected — and says voters should pay closer attention to the officials who regulate electric companies.

    Arizona opinion: Arizona counties making it harder to vote in Spanish

    Arizona opinion: Arizona counties making it harder to vote in Spanish

    • Natalia Sells and Justa Lopez Special to the Arizona Daily Star

    Arizona voters in several counties will no longer receive printed Spanish-language ballots, this opinion argues, raising concerns about language access and voting accessibility for Spanish-speaking and tribal communities ahead of future elections.

    Terry Bracy: Reclaiming democracy begins with confronting concentrated power

    Terry Bracy: Reclaiming democracy begins with confronting concentrated power

    • Terry Bracy Special to the Arizona Daily Star

    As billionaires wield growing political influence, this opinion argues that restoring public trust in government will require more than winning elections. The author points to antitrust history, the New Deal and recent Supreme Court rulings as central to the debate over America's democratic future.

    Local opinion: Diversity strengthens America, not weakens it

    Local opinion: Diversity strengthens America, not weakens it

    • Roger Pritzke Special to the Arizona Daily Star

    The Trump administration's efforts to dismantle diversity, equity and inclusion programs threaten equal opportunity and distort American history, this opinion argues, saying the nation's diversity has long been one of its greatest strengths.

    Tucson Speaks Out: July 5

    Tucson Speaks Out: July 5

      Buttigieg cancels

      Letter: Photo enforcement

      Letter: Photo enforcement

      • Paul Peterson, East side

      How can we view red light cameras as anything other than a revenue generating scheme when Chief Prieto says TPD’s top concerns are street racing and street takeovers. I would add speeding in general to her list. Red light cameras do little or nothing to stop these violations. If City Council…

      Letter: Karoline Leavitt Hard Worker

      Letter: Karoline Leavitt Hard Worker

      • Gary Haslett, SaddleBrooke

      Press secretary Karoline Leavitt said Gen Zs ( her age) are lazy, born with silver spoons in their mouths and had everything handed to them. She blames liberal indoctrination and woke schools that push communist ideas. She said they should quit complaining about the cost of living and accuse…

      Letter: ENOUGH IS ENOUGH

      Letter: ENOUGH IS ENOUGH

      • Loyal M Johnson Jr, Oro Valley

      Jews in New York and other locations are hesitant to display their religious preference because of violent antisemitic agitators. Jewish gatherings now require serious security. Remember Nazi Germany and Democrats turn a blind eye. These Hitler wannabes go unmolested. It is time to act, enou…

      Letter: The New Scare Word

      Letter: The New Scare Word

      • Barbara Hall, Midtown

      Recent successes of DSA candidates in NYC primaries have right-wing publications, pundits, podcasters, and politicians (including Trump} clutching their pearls and warning of the imminent takeover of the Democratic party by “communists.”

      Letter: Who Stole Trump's Crowd?

      Letter: Who Stole Trump's Crowd?

      • Gary Haslett, SaddleBrooke

      Jeanine Pirro found the scapegoat Trump wanted, arresting a man for “forcefully” sticking his hand in the reflecting pool.

      Sage reporter became hedge against false gods | Froma Harrop

      Sage reporter became hedge against false gods | Froma Harrop

        My sadly departed friend, Frank, was a unicorn. He lived 89 years in the town he grew up in, a village on the Connecticut shore. A reporter at his local newspaper for over half a century, he had turned down offers to work for more glamorous publications, among them Sports Illustrated and The…

        On the birthright matter, the US Constitution is pretty clear | Chicago Tribune

        On the birthright matter, the US Constitution is pretty clear | Chicago Tribune

          As constitutional amendments go, the 14th is straightforward. Ratified in 1868 after Republicans in Congress fiercely repudiated the notorious Dred Scott decision, it declares that “all persons born or naturalized in the United States, and subject to the jurisdiction thereof, are citizens of…

          Editorial cartoons

          ANOTHER VIEW | Dave Granlund | Cagle Cartoons

          ANOTHER VIEW | Dave Granlund | Cagle Cartoons

          ANOTHER VIEW | Steve Greenberg | Special to the Arizona Daily Star

          ANOTHER VIEW | Steve Greenberg | Special to the Arizona Daily Star

          Local opinion: A nation still in the making

          Local opinion: A nation still in the making

            A visit to Washington, D.C., ahead of the nation's 250th anniversary inspired this reflection on the Constitution, Abraham Lincoln and the Jewish concept of Tikkun Olam. The opinion argues America's greatest strength lies in its ongoing work to become "a more perfect Union."

            Tucson Speaks Out: July 6

            Tucson Speaks Out: July 6

              King of Greed?

              Letter: Sports Section - BORING!

              Letter: Sports Section - BORING!

                Please! DELETE the Sports Section from my delivery. I finished school @ the UofA in 1964 & finished following its sport the same year.

                Letter: SOCIAL DEMOCRATS

                Letter: SOCIAL DEMOCRATS

                  With the surprising uprising of Social Democrats, this is what we ALL will look forward to:

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

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

                    As Tucson faces another scorching summer, this opinion argues that rising TEP rates, utility profits and Arizona Corporation Commission elections are closely connected — and says voters should pay closer attention to the officials who regulate electric companies.

                    Arizona opinion: Arizona counties making it harder to vote in Spanish

                    Arizona opinion: Arizona counties making it harder to vote in Spanish

                      Arizona voters in several counties will no longer receive printed Spanish-language ballots, this opinion argues, raising concerns about language access and voting accessibility for Spanish-speaking and tribal communities ahead of future elections.

                      Terry Bracy: Reclaiming democracy begins with confronting concentrated power

                      Terry Bracy: Reclaiming democracy begins with confronting concentrated power

                        As billionaires wield growing political influence, this opinion argues that restoring public trust in government will require more than winning elections. The author points to antitrust history, the New Deal and recent Supreme Court rulings as central to the debate over America's democratic future.

                        Editorials

                        A note to readers

                        A note to readers

                        To our readers:

                        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.

                        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.

                        Columnists

                        Sage reporter became hedge against false gods | Froma Harrop

                        Sage reporter became hedge against false gods | Froma Harrop

                        My sadly departed friend, Frank, was a unicorn. He lived 89 years in the town he grew up in, a village on the Connecticut shore. A reporter at his local newspaper for over half a century, he had turned down offers to work for more glamorous publications, among them Sports Illustrated and The New York Times.

                        On the birthright matter, the US Constitution is pretty clear | Chicago Tribune

                        On the birthright matter, the US Constitution is pretty clear | Chicago Tribune

                        As constitutional amendments go, the 14th is straightforward. Ratified in 1868 after Republicans in Congress fiercely repudiated the notorious Dred Scott decision, it declares that “all persons born or naturalized in the United States, and subject to the jurisdiction thereof, are citizens of the United States.”

                        Local opinion: A nation still in the making

                        Local opinion: A nation still in the making

                        A visit to Washington, D.C., ahead of the nation's 250th anniversary inspired this reflection on the Constitution, Abraham Lincoln and the Jewish concept of Tikkun Olam. The opinion argues America's greatest strength lies in its ongoing work to become "a more perfect Union."

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

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

                        As Tucson faces another scorching summer, this opinion argues that rising TEP rates, utility profits and Arizona Corporation Commission elections are closely connected — and says voters should pay closer attention to the officials who regulate electric companies.

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                        Letters to the Editor

                        Letter: Photo enforcement

                        Letter: Photo enforcement

                        How can we view red light cameras as anything other than a revenue generating scheme when Chief Prieto says TPD’s top concerns are street racing and street takeovers. I would add speeding in general to her list. Red light cameras do little or nothing to stop these violations. If City Council…

                        Letter: Karoline Leavitt Hard Worker

                        Letter: Karoline Leavitt Hard Worker

                        Press secretary Karoline Leavitt said Gen Zs ( her age) are lazy, born with silver spoons in their mouths and had everything handed to them. She blames liberal indoctrination and woke schools that push communist ideas. She said they should quit complaining about the cost of living and accuse…

                        Letter: ENOUGH IS ENOUGH

                        Letter: ENOUGH IS ENOUGH

                        Jews in New York and other locations are hesitant to display their religious preference because of violent antisemitic agitators. Jewish gatherings now require serious security. Remember Nazi Germany and Democrats turn a blind eye. These Hitler wannabes go unmolested. It is time to act, enou…

                        Letter: The New Scare Word

                        Letter: The New Scare Word

                        Recent successes of DSA candidates in NYC primaries have right-wing publications, pundits, podcasters, and politicians (including Trump} clutching their pearls and warning of the imminent takeover of the Democratic party by “communists.”

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