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Opinion

National opinion: Don’t just fix the school buildings — fix the model that emptied them

National opinion: Don’t just fix the school buildings — fix the model that emptied them

  • Raymond Merritt Special to the Arizona Daily Star

The historic Tucson campus is not a liability; it is a flagship. Blind and Deaf children deserve a campus that is a destination, not a compromise.

Local opinion: Main event: TEP ratepayers vs. TEP shareholders

Local opinion: Main event: TEP ratepayers vs. TEP shareholders

  • Rick Rappaport Special to the Arizona Daily Star

Ratepayers gifted TEP shareholders $340,000,000, which increased their dividends over a 25-year period. Are we going to do that again? 

Tucson Speaks Out: March 24

Tucson Speaks Out: March 24

    On bended knee

    Local opinion: Reliable power requires reliable facts

    Local opinion: Reliable power requires reliable facts

    • Erik Bakken Special to the Arizona Daily Star

    Providing utilities with equitable returns on equity generates earnings at levels that reflect the steep investments needed to maintain reliable service. 

    Local opinion: New admission review process puts Arizona students first

    Local opinion: New admission review process puts Arizona students first

    • Patricia A. Prelock Special to the Arizona Daily Star

    The University of Arizona has a new expanded application and comprehensive review process that considers the full picture of every student’s preparation and potential.

    Tucson Speaks Out: March 23

    Tucson Speaks Out: March 23

      MAGA, have you had enough yet?

      Terrry Bracy: When the perpetual money machine breaks down

      Terrry Bracy: When the perpetual money machine breaks down

      • Terry Bracy Special to the Arizona Daily Star

      America’s governmental systems are failing in front of our eyes, and the consequences will be profound. 

      The art of taxing Americans fairly is messy | Froma Harrop

      The art of taxing Americans fairly is messy | Froma Harrop

        "The rich should pay their fair share of taxes." Who can argue with that? But then we must decide who is rich and what is meant by fair. Neither political party has distinguished itself in making such distinctions.

        Letter: War dividends

        Letter: War dividends

        • Cynthia Duncan, Midtown

        Thank you, President Trump, for promoting renewable energy. Forcing the entire industrialized world to turn to solar, wind, and geothermal by decimating the Middle East’s capacity to produce fossil energy, brilliant! Once China and India fully adopt, it will be easy for the U.S. to import th…

        Why Oil Could Hit $150 if This Crisis Gets Worse

        Why Oil Could Hit $150 if This Crisis Gets Worse

        • WooGlobe - News

        Global oil prices are rising again as supply disruptions continue and tensions in the Middle East refuse to settle. With the Strait of Hormuz still effectively restricted, nearly 20% of the world’s oil flow remains at risk. Brent crude has climbed back above $100, and analysts warn prices co…

        Local opinion: Assault survivors should not be silenced

        Local opinion: Assault survivors should not be silenced

        • Melissa Cordero Special to the Arizona Daily Star

        Cesar Chavez is someone many of us were raised to respect. A veteran, a labor leader, a symbol of dignity and collective power. That legacy is real, and it matters deeply. But it cannot place him beyond accountability.

        National opinion: Don’t just fix the school buildings — fix the model that emptied them

        National opinion: Don’t just fix the school buildings — fix the model that emptied them

        • Raymond Merritt Special to the Arizona Daily Star

        The historic Tucson campus is not a liability; it is a flagship. Blind and Deaf children deserve a campus that is a destination, not a compromise.

        Local opinion: Main event: TEP ratepayers vs. TEP shareholders

        Local opinion: Main event: TEP ratepayers vs. TEP shareholders

        • Rick Rappaport Special to the Arizona Daily Star

        Ratepayers gifted TEP shareholders $340,000,000, which increased their dividends over a 25-year period. Are we going to do that again? 

        Tucson Speaks Out: March 24

        Tucson Speaks Out: March 24

          On bended knee

          Editorial cartoons

          ANOTHER VIEW | Dave Whamond | Cagle Cartoons

          ANOTHER VIEW | Dave Whamond | Cagle Cartoons

          ANOTHER VIEW | Jeff Koterba | Cagle Cartoons

          ANOTHER VIEW | Jeff Koterba | Cagle Cartoons

          Gary Varvel for Mar 24, 2026

          Gary Varvel for Mar 24, 2026

            Team Trump had to start a war to learn how the global economy works | Jonah Goldberg

            Team Trump had to start a war to learn how the global economy works | Jonah Goldberg

              Financial markets surged Monday morning when President Donald Trump claimed his administration had productive talks with Iran about ending the war. So he backed off a vow to bomb Iranian power plants if the Strait of Hormuz wasn't reopened by Monday evening. Iran denies any such talks took place.

              Local opinion: Reliable power requires reliable facts

              Local opinion: Reliable power requires reliable facts

                Providing utilities with equitable returns on equity generates earnings at levels that reflect the steep investments needed to maintain reliable service. 

                Letter: Letter on the 'but' party

                Letter: Letter on the 'but' party

                  "I am in complete agreement with Loyal Johnson that the Democratic Party is the 'but' party. While supposedly 'progressive,' they are consistently against anything that's reasonable and traditional."

                  Local opinion: New admission review process puts Arizona students first

                  Local opinion: New admission review process puts Arizona students first

                    The University of Arizona has a new expanded application and comprehensive review process that considers the full picture of every student’s preparation and potential.

                    Global oil crisis once again makes the case for renewable energy| Elizabeth Shackelford

                    Global oil crisis once again makes the case for renewable energy| Elizabeth Shackelford

                      In 1979, President Jimmy Carter installed solar panels on the White House and introduced an ambitious solar strategy to Congress. This came on the heels of the oil shocks of the 1970s caused first by the Yom Kippur War between Israel and Arab states and then the Iranian Revolution — both Middle East crises that reverberated across the globe due to the region’s central role in energy markets.

                      Tucson Speaks Out: March 23

                      Tucson Speaks Out: March 23

                        MAGA, have you had enough yet?

                        Editorials

                        A note to readers

                        A note to readers

                        To our readers:

                        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.

                        Arizona Daily Star Editorial: The Star endorses Propositions 418, 419

                        Arizona Daily Star Editorial: The Star endorses Propositions 418, 419

                        The Arizona Daily Star endorses the passage of Propositions 418 and 419, the RTA Next plan and funding authorization.

                        Are we confusing outrage with truth in the age of algorithms? | The Ethical Life podcast

                        Are we confusing outrage with truth in the age of algorithms? | The Ethical Life podcast

                        🎧 The hosts examine how personalized feeds amplify conflict, bury progress and leave citizens exhausted and polarized, reinforcing a distorted picture of society that feels broken and perpetually on edge.

                        Columnists

                        The art of taxing Americans fairly is messy | Froma Harrop

                        The art of taxing Americans fairly is messy | Froma Harrop

                        "The rich should pay their fair share of taxes." Who can argue with that? But then we must decide who is rich and what is meant by fair. Neither political party has distinguished itself in making such distinctions.

                        Why Oil Could Hit $150 if This Crisis Gets Worse

                        Why Oil Could Hit $150 if This Crisis Gets Worse

                        Global oil prices are rising again as supply disruptions continue and tensions in the Middle East refuse to settle. With the Strait of Hormuz still effectively restricted, nearly 20% of the world’s oil flow remains at risk. Brent crude has climbed back above $100, and analysts warn prices co…

                        Local opinion: Assault survivors should not be silenced

                        Local opinion: Assault survivors should not be silenced

                        Cesar Chavez is someone many of us were raised to respect. A veteran, a labor leader, a symbol of dignity and collective power. That legacy is real, and it matters deeply. But it cannot place him beyond accountability.

                        National opinion: Don’t just fix the school buildings — fix the model that emptied them

                        National opinion: Don’t just fix the school buildings — fix the model that emptied them

                        The historic Tucson campus is not a liability; it is a flagship. Blind and Deaf children deserve a campus that is a destination, not a compromise.

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                        Local opinion: New admission review process puts Arizona students first

                        Local opinion: New admission review process puts Arizona students first

                        National opinion: Don’t just fix the school buildings — fix the model that emptied them

                        National opinion: Don’t just fix the school buildings — fix the model that emptied them

                        Tucson Speaks Out: March 24

                        Tucson Speaks Out: March 24

                        Shopping

                        How to Buy WLFI Token: Full Beginner Guide

                        How to Buy WLFI Token: Full Beginner Guide

                        Affiliate. Learn how to buy WLFI Token in this step by step guide for beginners. 

                        Solana Wallet for Beginners (2025): Setup, Safety, Staking & Swaps

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                        Affiliate. Learn how to create and use a Solana wallet, stake SOL, swap tokens, bridge assets, and stay secure with Best Wallet’s multi-chain features.

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                        Web3 Wallet for Beginners: How to Set Up, Stay Safe, and Pick the Right App

                        Affiliate. Learn what a Web3 wallet is, how to set one up, and how to stay safe while exploring DeFi, NFTs, and new crypto coins with beginner‑friendly apps like Best Wallet.​

                        Which Crypto May Boom in 2025? A Look at What’s Trending

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                        Affiliate. Find out which crypto coins you should watch closely in 2025. 

                        Letters to the Editor

                        Letter: War dividends

                        Letter: War dividends

                        Thank you, President Trump, for promoting renewable energy. Forcing the entire industrialized world to turn to solar, wind, and geothermal by decimating the Middle East’s capacity to produce fossil energy, brilliant! Once China and India fully adopt, it will be easy for the U.S. to import th…

                        Tucson Speaks Out: March 24

                        Tucson Speaks Out: March 24

                        On bended knee

                        Letter: Letter on the 'but' party

                        Letter: Letter on the 'but' party

                        "I am in complete agreement with Loyal Johnson that the Democratic Party is the 'but' party. While supposedly 'progressive,' they are consistently against anything that's reasonable and traditional."

                        Tucson Speaks Out: March 23

                        Tucson Speaks Out: March 23

                        MAGA, have you had enough yet?

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