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Opinion

Local opinion: Why mental health education in schools cannot be repealed

Local opinion: Why mental health education in schools cannot be repealed

  • Annie Laguer, Monsi Barrios, Kassandra Sandoval and Rachel Figueroa Special to the Arizona Daily Star

Public health students at the University of Arizona are urging lawmakers to reject a bill that would end mental health education in schools, warning it could worsen an already growing youth mental health crisis and limit access to critical support.

Tucson Speaks Out: May 11

Tucson Speaks Out: May 11

    Fool me once ...

    Local opinion: Trump’s grip on GOP tested in Indiana primaries

    Local opinion: Trump’s grip on GOP tested in Indiana primaries

    • Ronald F Eustice Special to the Arizona Daily Star

    An opinion writer says recent Indiana primaries highlight former President Donald Trump’s growing influence over Republican politics, after several GOP lawmakers who opposed him lost their races. The piece argues the results reflect deepening party divisions and raise broader concerns about …

    Local opinion: 2026 midterms hit different as trust, truth collide

    Local opinion: 2026 midterms hit different as trust, truth collide

    • Kelley Benson Special the the Arizona Daily Star

    The 2026 midterms aren’t just about seats — they’re about trust, truth and what voters believe in a nonstop political information war.

    Terry Bracy: Trump’s 'village' threatens democracy

    Terry Bracy: Trump’s 'village' threatens democracy

    • Terry Bracy Special to the Arizona Daily Star

    An opinion writer argues that the Trump administration’s policies — from foreign conflicts to domestic agency decisions — are weakening democratic institutions and prioritizing political and corporate interests. The piece calls for accountability and warns of long-term impacts on government …

    Tucson Speaks Out: May 10

    Tucson Speaks Out: May 10

      TEP fees WILL increase

      Local opinion: Medicare pilot program draws criticism over prior authorization

      Local opinion: Medicare pilot program draws criticism over prior authorization

      • Katherine Hess Special to the Arizona Daily Star

      An Arizona health care activist says a new Medicare pilot program is delaying care and worsening patients’ quality of life. The program, which requires prior authorization for some treatments, is drawing criticism from doctors and patients who warn it could expand nationwide and shift more c…

      Letter: The deficit

      Letter: The deficit

      • Dave Bertagnoli, West side

      Regarding Mr Will's commentary on Sen Paul's efforts to do something about the national deficit: They are absolutely correct in that something needs to be done before a calamity happens. With Sen Paul's solution I fear balancing the budget will come on the backs of the poor. Not to mention h…

      Letter: Charlie Kirk Way

      Letter: Charlie Kirk Way

      • Jeffrey McConnell, West side

      In an earlier letter I wrote that Cesar Chavez be remembered for his historical accomplishments and not his foibles suggesting retaining signs and monuments in his honor. While Cesar was born in Yuma his achievements were in California and I also boycotted lettuce back then.

      Letter: Trump is not old!

      Letter: Trump is not old!

      • Pat Bannon, East side

      Trump is one cheeseburger away from the after life.

      Letter: Blindness abounds with mayor, council

      Letter: Blindness abounds with mayor, council

      • Peter Bisschop, East side

      " 'Blindness abounds' with mayor, council. The Mayor and City Council need to open their collective eyes to see the effect of their policies playing out in the streets and neighborhoods within city limits." The writer needs to share his solutions to the problem found in Las Vegas, the money …

      Letter: Military genius?

      Letter: Military genius?

      • Gary Haslett, SaddleBrooke

      On May 5 Trump ordered the start of Project Freedom, which was to have US military ships guide oil tankers through the Strait of Hormuz. He called this the “greatest military move in history.” He is putting his order on par with Hannibal crossing the Alps, Washington crossing the Delaware, D…

      At 250, America needs civic parenting, not just civics classes | Julie Silverbrook

      At 250, America needs civic parenting, not just civics classes | Julie Silverbrook

        From the founding, Americans understood that a republic depends on the character and judgment of its citizens. In the years after the Revolution, that insight took shape in what later came to be called “republican motherhood,” the belief that the success of the new nation required raising ch…

        Data centers aren’t the enemy — They’re the future | Bloomberg News

        Data centers aren’t the enemy — They’re the future | Bloomberg News

          For a bunch of unremarkable warehouses, they’re generating a lot of controversy. Data centers — low-slung facilities that house the server racks and energy systems that underpin the digital economy — have become a heated issue on the campaign trail.

          Editorial cartoons

          ANOTHER VIEW | Rick McKee | Cagle Cartoons

          ANOTHER VIEW | Rick McKee | Cagle Cartoons

          ANOTHER VIEW | Milt Priggee | Cagle Cartoons

          ANOTHER VIEW | Milt Priggee | Cagle Cartoons

          Local opinion: Why mental health education in schools cannot be repealed

          Local opinion: Why mental health education in schools cannot be repealed

            Public health students at the University of Arizona are urging lawmakers to reject a bill that would end mental health education in schools, warning it could worsen an already growing youth mental health crisis and limit access to critical support.

            Tucson Speaks Out: May 11

            Tucson Speaks Out: May 11

              Fool me once ...

              Letter: Empowerment Scholarship Account funding

              Letter: Empowerment Scholarship Account funding

                A common comment about the AZ voucher program is that “money moves with the student”. This is only partially correct. If a student moves from the public system to a private school, the voucher allocation is based on the amount the state pays for a charter school student, which is higher than…

                Letter: The biggest gerrymander of all

                Letter: The biggest gerrymander of all

                  Letter to the editor:

                  Letter: Are Trump and the Republican Party any better

                  Letter: Are Trump and the Republican Party any better

                    Given all of the ills that Mr. Dowdall assigns to the Democratic Party, I look forward to hiss next LTE in which he mentions all the great things that Trump and his administration are doing for our country.

                    Letter: A war against the sun?

                    Letter: A war against the sun?

                      By requiring performance-based ratemaking, some states have declared war against high electric bills. But Arizona's Republican Legislature and Corporation Commission (ACC) have declared war against our cheapest, most price stable, abundant energy source, to make it harder to develop solar an…

                      Letter: DOJ

                      Letter: DOJ

                        Has anyone else noticed that the Department of Justice(DOJ) has been turned into a "Toady" for the current administration?? It seems that they are investigating any and all of the man in office revenge subjects (most if not all democrats). I can only suspect that this will continue until thi…

                        Editorials

                        A note to readers

                        A note to readers

                        To our readers:

                        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.

                        Arizona Daily Star editorial: Julia Benitez, 'la abuela,' must be released

                        Arizona Daily Star editorial: Julia Benitez, 'la abuela,' must be released

                        Arizona Daily Star border reporter Emily Bregel reported last Sunday that our government is in the business of jailing confused grandmothers with no criminal history.

                        Columnists

                        At 250, America needs civic parenting, not just civics classes | Julie Silverbrook

                        At 250, America needs civic parenting, not just civics classes | Julie Silverbrook

                        From the founding, Americans understood that a republic depends on the character and judgment of its citizens. In the years after the Revolution, that insight took shape in what later came to be called “republican motherhood,” the belief that the success of the new nation required raising children with the virtue, knowledge and discipline necessary for citizenship.

                        Data centers aren’t the enemy — They’re the future | Bloomberg News

                        Data centers aren’t the enemy — They’re the future | Bloomberg News

                        For a bunch of unremarkable warehouses, they’re generating a lot of controversy. Data centers — low-slung facilities that house the server racks and energy systems that underpin the digital economy — have become a heated issue on the campaign trail.

                        Local opinion: Why mental health education in schools cannot be repealed

                        Local opinion: Why mental health education in schools cannot be repealed

                        Public health students at the University of Arizona are urging lawmakers to reject a bill that would end mental health education in schools, warning it could worsen an already growing youth mental health crisis and limit access to critical support.

                        Local opinion: Trump’s grip on GOP tested in Indiana primaries

                        Local opinion: Trump’s grip on GOP tested in Indiana primaries

                        An opinion writer says recent Indiana primaries highlight former President Donald Trump’s growing influence over Republican politics, after several GOP lawmakers who opposed him lost their races. The piece argues the results reflect deepening party divisions and raise broader concerns about political independence and democracy.

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                        Tucson Speaks Out: May 11

                        Tucson Speaks Out: May 11

                        Local opinion: Why mental health education in schools cannot be repealed

                        Local opinion: Why mental health education in schools cannot be repealed

                        Terry Bracy: Trump’s 'village' threatens democracy

                        Terry Bracy: Trump’s 'village' threatens democracy

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                        Letters to the Editor

                        Letter: The deficit

                        Letter: The deficit

                        Regarding Mr Will's commentary on Sen Paul's efforts to do something about the national deficit: They are absolutely correct in that something needs to be done before a calamity happens. With Sen Paul's solution I fear balancing the budget will come on the backs of the poor. Not to mention h…

                        Letter: Charlie Kirk Way

                        Letter: Charlie Kirk Way

                        In an earlier letter I wrote that Cesar Chavez be remembered for his historical accomplishments and not his foibles suggesting retaining signs and monuments in his honor. While Cesar was born in Yuma his achievements were in California and I also boycotted lettuce back then.

                        Letter: Trump is not old!

                        Letter: Trump is not old!

                        Trump is one cheeseburger away from the after life.

                        Letter: Blindness abounds with mayor, council

                        Letter: Blindness abounds with mayor, council

                        " 'Blindness abounds' with mayor, council. The Mayor and City Council need to open their collective eyes to see the effect of their policies playing out in the streets and neighborhoods within city limits." The writer needs to share his solutions to the problem found in Las Vegas, the money …

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