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