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Arizona opinion: Arizona's SNAP numbers way down. It's not because of fraud

Arizona opinion: Arizona's SNAP numbers way down. It's not because of fraud

  • Stephen Richer, Josh Heywood Special to the Arizona Daily Star

An opinion writer examines why Arizona has seen one of the nation’s steepest drops in SNAP enrollment, with nearly 490,000 fewer recipients since early 2025. The piece explores changes to federal policy, state administrative challenges and the potential impact on hundreds of thousands of Ari…

Tucson speaks out: June 2

Tucson speaks out: June 2

    Billions and billions of gallons of water

    Tucson Speaks Out: June 1

    Tucson Speaks Out: June 1

      Judge: Trump can curb mail-in voting

      Local opinion: Arizona must protect funding for early childhood programs

      Local opinion: Arizona must protect funding for early childhood programs

      • Tiffany Jones Special to the Arizona Daily Star

      An opinion writer warns that declining tobacco tax revenue could threaten funding for First Things First, Arizona’s early childhood agency. The piece urges state leaders to consider taxing e-cigarettes and vaping products to help sustain programs that support young children, families and ear…

      Arizona opinion: Stop demonizing data centers — Arizona needs them to grow

      Arizona opinion: Stop demonizing data centers — Arizona needs them to grow

      • Justin Wilmeth Special to the Arizona Daily Star

      An Arizona lawmaker argues that data centers and artificial intelligence are fueling the state’s economic growth, supporting thousands of jobs and helping position Arizona as a technology leader. The opinion piece urges policymakers to continue supporting the industry while addressing concer…

      Arizona opinion: Arizona election confidence depends on public understanding

      Arizona opinion: Arizona election confidence depends on public understanding

      • Jonathan Lines Special to the Arizona Daily Star

      An opinion writer argues that voter confidence in Arizona elections depends on public understanding of how the system works. The piece highlights election security measures, support for mail voting and the importance of combating misinformation ahead of the 2026 election.

      Local opinion: Year into cell phone ban, results inconsistent but promising

      Local opinion: Year into cell phone ban, results inconsistent but promising

      • Heather Mace Special to the Arizona Daily Star

      A year after Arizona required schools to adopt cell phone policies, educators and researchers are reporting encouraging results. An opinion writer points to improved attendance, higher test scores and more student interaction as evidence that limiting phone use may be helping classrooms rega…

      Letter: "... demonizing data centers"?

      Letter: "... demonizing data centers"?

      • Christie Cummins, Midtown

      I believe that Justin Wilmeth doth protest too much in his article "Stop demonizing data centers". Here in the desert, pushback is about our extreme heat and conservation of precious water that should make it a no brainer. No one disagrees that data centers are necessary to power our digital…

      Letter: Where's Juan?

      Letter: Where's Juan?

      • Mary Zimmerman, SaddleBrooke

      Since those giant Juan Ciscomani signs are popping up at every intersection, I guess it's safe to assume he's still somewhere in Arizona. You would never know it when you try to get a response from his office, other than a form letter about how he's fighting for all of us. He's MIA. Have we …

      Letter: The Blame Game

      Letter: The Blame Game

      • Gary Haslett, SaddleBrooke

      Republicans say that Democrats have no platform other than being anti-Trump. Looking back at the last 17 months, I think that is enough for me. However, I find it hypocritical when every time a Republican spokesperson is faced with a question about the Iran War (yes, it is a war), inflation,…

      Letter: The Golden Age

      Letter: The Golden Age

      • Deb Klumpp, Oro Valley

      Recall Trump's meme of him flying overhead, dropping excrement onto people below. That's exactly what he's been doing in reality - crapping on the country and on Americans non-stop. His egregious grifting, use of office for personal gain - bilking us out of billions of tax dollars. Erecting …

      Arizona opinion: Arizona's SNAP numbers way down. It's not because of fraud

      Arizona opinion: Arizona's SNAP numbers way down. It's not because of fraud

      • Stephen Richer, Josh Heywood Special to the Arizona Daily Star

      An opinion writer examines why Arizona has seen one of the nation’s steepest drops in SNAP enrollment, with nearly 490,000 fewer recipients since early 2025. The piece explores changes to federal policy, state administrative challenges and the potential impact on hundreds of thousands of Ari…

      Tucson speaks out: June 2

      Tucson speaks out: June 2

        Billions and billions of gallons of water

        Gary Varvel for Jun 02, 2026

        Gary Varvel for Jun 02, 2026

          Editorial cartoons

          ANOTHER VIEW | Dave Granlund | Cagle Cartoons

          ANOTHER VIEW | Dave Granlund | Cagle Cartoons

          ANOTHER VIEW | Christopher Weyant | Cagle Cartoons

          ANOTHER VIEW | Christopher Weyant | Cagle Cartoons

          Letter: Trumps health

          Letter: Trumps health

            The report that Trump's in great health should be taken with a grain of sand. Historically Presidents health problems have been hidden from the public. Roosevelt's poor state of health was shielded from the electorate, he died months after last elected. Kennedy had Addison's disease, back pr…

            Bring back the ‘1990s summer.' Moms need it | Abby McCloskey

            Bring back the ‘1990s summer.' Moms need it | Abby McCloskey

              For most moms I know, summer is a mixed bag. It’s not hard to understand why.

              Upending green card process will hinder legal paths | Dallas Morning News

              Upending green card process will hinder legal paths | Dallas Morning News

                An abrupt shift in U.S. green card policy threatens to pointlessly complicate the lives of immigrants here legally and further erode paths to citizenship.

                Tucson Speaks Out: June 1

                Tucson Speaks Out: June 1

                  Judge: Trump can curb mail-in voting

                  Local opinion: Arizona must protect funding for early childhood programs

                  Local opinion: Arizona must protect funding for early childhood programs

                    An opinion writer warns that declining tobacco tax revenue could threaten funding for First Things First, Arizona’s early childhood agency. The piece urges state leaders to consider taxing e-cigarettes and vaping products to help sustain programs that support young children, families and early education services.

                    Arizona opinion: Stop demonizing data centers — Arizona needs them to grow

                    Arizona opinion: Stop demonizing data centers — Arizona needs them to grow

                      An Arizona lawmaker argues that data centers and artificial intelligence are fueling the state’s economic growth, supporting thousands of jobs and helping position Arizona as a technology leader. The opinion piece urges policymakers to continue supporting the industry while addressing concerns about water and energy use.

                      Three TV shows you do not want to miss this summer

                      Three TV shows you do not want to miss this summer

                        USA TODAY TV reporter Kelly Lawler shares three must watch shows coming this summer including "The Bear" and "Ted Lasso"

                        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

                        Arizona opinion: Arizona's SNAP numbers way down. It's not because of fraud

                        Arizona opinion: Arizona's SNAP numbers way down. It's not because of fraud

                        An opinion writer examines why Arizona has seen one of the nation’s steepest drops in SNAP enrollment, with nearly 490,000 fewer recipients since early 2025. The piece explores changes to federal policy, state administrative challenges and the potential impact on hundreds of thousands of Arizona children and families.

                        Bring back the ‘1990s summer.' Moms need it | Abby McCloskey

                        Bring back the ‘1990s summer.' Moms need it | Abby McCloskey

                        For most moms I know, summer is a mixed bag. It’s not hard to understand why.

                        Upending green card process will hinder legal paths | Dallas Morning News

                        Upending green card process will hinder legal paths | Dallas Morning News

                        An abrupt shift in U.S. green card policy threatens to pointlessly complicate the lives of immigrants here legally and further erode paths to citizenship.

                        Local opinion: Arizona must protect funding for early childhood programs

                        Local opinion: Arizona must protect funding for early childhood programs

                        An opinion writer warns that declining tobacco tax revenue could threaten funding for First Things First, Arizona’s early childhood agency. The piece urges state leaders to consider taxing e-cigarettes and vaping products to help sustain programs that support young children, families and early education services.

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                        Letters to the Editor

                        Letter: "... demonizing data centers"?

                        Letter: "... demonizing data centers"?

                        I believe that Justin Wilmeth doth protest too much in his article "Stop demonizing data centers". Here in the desert, pushback is about our extreme heat and conservation of precious water that should make it a no brainer. No one disagrees that data centers are necessary to power our digital…

                        Letter: Where's Juan?

                        Letter: Where's Juan?

                        Since those giant Juan Ciscomani signs are popping up at every intersection, I guess it's safe to assume he's still somewhere in Arizona. You would never know it when you try to get a response from his office, other than a form letter about how he's fighting for all of us. He's MIA. Have we …

                        Letter: The Blame Game

                        Letter: The Blame Game

                        Republicans say that Democrats have no platform other than being anti-Trump. Looking back at the last 17 months, I think that is enough for me. However, I find it hypocritical when every time a Republican spokesperson is faced with a question about the Iran War (yes, it is a war), inflation,…

                        Letter: The Golden Age

                        Letter: The Golden Age

                        Recall Trump's meme of him flying overhead, dropping excrement onto people below. That's exactly what he's been doing in reality - crapping on the country and on Americans non-stop. His egregious grifting, use of office for personal gain - bilking us out of billions of tax dollars. Erecting …

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