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Local opinion: Where have all the Democrats gone?

Local opinion: Where have all the Democrats gone?

  • Ronald Eustice Special to the Arizona Daily Star

The following is the opinion and analysis of the writer:

Tucson Speaks Out: July 27

Tucson Speaks Out: July 27

    Downtown living is great

    Local opinion: The real heroes are the first responders who deserve our highest praise

    Local opinion: The real heroes are the first responders who deserve our highest praise

    • Mike Storie and Natasha Wrae Special to the Arizona Daily Star

    The following is the opinion and analysis of the writer:

    Local opinion: Veterans bill would benefit Tucson and Southern Arizona

    Local opinion: Veterans bill would benefit Tucson and Southern Arizona

    • Polly Parks Special to the Arizona Daily Star

    The following is the opinion and analysis of the writer:

    Local opinion: Open letter to Banner and Pima County hospitals

    Local opinion: Open letter to Banner and Pima County hospitals

    • Libres Fronterizos, Coalición de Derechos Humanos, Matthew 25:34, Women’s International League for Peace and Freedom (Tucson Branch), Josefina Ahumada Worker Center, Tucson Peace Center, Arizona Palestinian Solidarity Alliance, Singing Resistance Tucson, Red de Defends AZ, Sagrado Wellness, Good Neighbor Interfaith Coalition, La Ristra

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    Local opinion: Trump’s relentless attacks on media spark concern

    Local opinion: Trump’s relentless attacks on media spark concern

    • Bill Goodykoontz Arizona Republic

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    Local opinion: Who will be Arizona lieutenant governor?

    Local opinion: Who will be Arizona lieutenant governor?

    • Michael A. Chihak Special to the Arizona Daily Star

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    Letter: Downtown Shooting

    Letter: Downtown Shooting

    • Ann Vanino, Downtown

    I read with dismay deflections regarding the downtown Tucson shooting last weekend. Guns injured the victims, not anything else. Mayor Romero’s response, emphasizing the importance of gun control, directly addresses the issue by calling for stricter gun control measures and state and federal…

    Americans are free to be suckers | Froma Harrop

    Americans are free to be suckers | Froma Harrop

      Many of today's consumer loans are legal but abusive. Payday lenders and used car sellers often steer customers into costly contracts they barely understand. Low-income borrowers with jobs and, therefore, dependable cash flow to siphon off, are favored targets.

      Why the socialist sugar high ultimately crashes for Democrats | Lynn Schmidt

      Why the socialist sugar high ultimately crashes for Democrats | Lynn Schmidt

        Democratic socialism has been winning in Democratic primaries lately, but it will ultimately lose — because it fails politically and economically.

        When it comes to war in Iran, Congress must wield power of the purse | Seattle Times

        When it comes to war in Iran, Congress must wield power of the purse | Seattle Times

          The war in Iran is nearing the five-month mark, and during that time at least 17 U.S. service members have been killed and more than 400 injured. For the war President Donald Trump said would take “a few days,” there is no end in sight and the stated objectives have yet to be accomplished.

          College sports are a mess. Can Congress help? | Bloomberg News

          College sports are a mess. Can Congress help? | Bloomberg News

            College sports have long been influenced by money.

            Local opinion: Where have all the Democrats gone?

            Local opinion: Where have all the Democrats gone?

            • Ronald Eustice Special to the Arizona Daily Star

            The following is the opinion and analysis of the writer:

            Tucson Speaks Out: July 27

            Tucson Speaks Out: July 27

              Downtown living is great

              Editorial cartoons

              ANOTHER VIEW | Pat Bagley | Cagle Cartoons

              ANOTHER VIEW | Pat Bagley | Cagle Cartoons

              ANOTHER VIEW | John Darkow | Cagle Cartoons

              ANOTHER VIEW | John Darkow | Cagle Cartoons

              Celebrities You Didn’t Realize Have Children Together - Part 2

              Celebrities You Didn’t Realize Have Children Together - Part 2

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              Some celebrity relationships may have ended years ago, but the families they created continue to connect these famous names. From Hollywood actors to music stars, several well-known celebrities share children together, including a few surprising pairings many fans may not even remember. Actr…

              Who Is the Best Quarterback in College Football Our 2026 Preseason Rankings

              Who Is the Best Quarterback in College Football Our 2026 Preseason Rankings

              • Updated 44 mins ago

              The 2026 college football season is loaded with elite quarterback talent, and we're ranking the five biggest stars expected to dominate this year. From Oregon's Dante Moore to Ohio State's Julian Sayin and Notre Dame's C.J. Carr, these quarterbacks have the talent to chase the Heisman Trophy…

              US-Iran War: US says Trump pausing strikes to give space to diplomacy

              US-Iran War: US says Trump pausing strikes to give space to diplomacy

              • Updated 44 mins ago

              The United States has said President Donald Trump is pausing further strikes on Iran to create space for diplomacy and potential negotiations. The move comes amid heightened tensions between Washington and Tehran, with global leaders watching for signs of de-escalation and a possible diploma…

              Tom Brady's New Ventures: The NFL Legend's Next Moves

              Tom Brady's New Ventures: The NFL Legend's Next Moves

              • Updated 44 mins ago

              Exploring Tom Brady post-NFL: From playfully hitting Logan Paul to eyeing SummerSlam, he embraces new roles. Brady is trying everything from crypto to WWE.

              Local opinion: The real heroes are the first responders who deserve our highest praise

              Local opinion: The real heroes are the first responders who deserve our highest praise

                The following is the opinion and analysis of the writer:

                Local opinion: Veterans bill would benefit Tucson and Southern Arizona

                Local opinion: Veterans bill would benefit Tucson and Southern Arizona

                  The following is the opinion and analysis of the writer:

                  Local opinion: Open letter to Banner and Pima County hospitals

                  Local opinion: Open letter to Banner and Pima County hospitals

                    The following is the opinion and analysis of the writer:

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                    A note to readers

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                    Local opinion: A subscriber’s hope for the Arizona Daily Star

                    Local opinion: A subscriber’s hope for the Arizona Daily Star

                    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.

                    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.

                    Columnists

                    Americans are free to be suckers | Froma Harrop

                    Americans are free to be suckers | Froma Harrop

                    Many of today's consumer loans are legal but abusive. Payday lenders and used car sellers often steer customers into costly contracts they barely understand. Low-income borrowers with jobs and, therefore, dependable cash flow to siphon off, are favored targets.

                    Why the socialist sugar high ultimately crashes for Democrats | Lynn Schmidt

                    Why the socialist sugar high ultimately crashes for Democrats | Lynn Schmidt

                    Democratic socialism has been winning in Democratic primaries lately, but it will ultimately lose — because it fails politically and economically.

                    When it comes to war in Iran, Congress must wield power of the purse | Seattle Times

                    When it comes to war in Iran, Congress must wield power of the purse | Seattle Times

                    The war in Iran is nearing the five-month mark, and during that time at least 17 U.S. service members have been killed and more than 400 injured. For the war President Donald Trump said would take “a few days,” there is no end in sight and the stated objectives have yet to be accomplished.

                    College sports are a mess. Can Congress help? | Bloomberg News

                    College sports are a mess. Can Congress help? | Bloomberg News

                    College sports have long been influenced by money.

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                    Local opinion: School calendar survey prompts more questions than answers

                    Local opinion: Open letter to Banner and Pima County hospitals

                    Local opinion: Open letter to Banner and Pima County hospitals

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                    Tucson Speaks Out: July 27

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                    Letters to the Editor

                    Letter: Downtown Shooting

                    Letter: Downtown Shooting

                    I read with dismay deflections regarding the downtown Tucson shooting last weekend. Guns injured the victims, not anything else. Mayor Romero’s response, emphasizing the importance of gun control, directly addresses the issue by calling for stricter gun control measures and state and federal…

                    Tucson Speaks Out: July 27

                    Tucson Speaks Out: July 27

                    Downtown living is great

                    Tucson Speaks Out: July 26

                    Tucson Speaks Out: July 26

                    Slow death

                    Letter: Vote

                    Letter: Vote

                    Vote in Nov, Impeach and Convict in Jan, no King in Feb!

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