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Opinion

Opinion: Arizona hunters aren't buying Trump's conservation pitch

Opinion: Arizona hunters aren't buying Trump's conservation pitch

  • Alex Trimble Young
    Special to the Arizona Republic

Trump's hunting executive order emphasizes access and tradition, but protecting hunting's future depends on conserving the public lands and wildlife habitat that sustain it.

Local opinion: Raw politics primer as midterms approach

Local opinion: Raw politics primer as midterms approach

  • Jeffrey McConnell
    Special to the Arizona Daily Star

With midterms approaching, polarized stakeholders are pulling out all the financial stops to ensure victory.

Local opinion: The modern magic of stamp collecting

Local opinion: The modern magic of stamp collecting

  • Bob Davis
    Special to the Arizona Daily Star

You might be surprised where one little stamp will take you.

Tucson Speaks Out: October 7

Tucson Speaks Out: October 7

    Catalina Highway

    Local opinion: The hidden agenda of vouchers

    Local opinion: The hidden agenda of vouchers

    • Jon Dorschner
      Special to the Arizona Daily Star

    GOP’s argument is deliberately deceptive and covers up the real agenda behind vouchers.

    Opinion: Building Careers and Community: Investing in Pima JTED Fuels Tucson’s Future

    Opinion: Building Careers and Community: Investing in Pima JTED Fuels Tucson’s Future

    • Jesus Quintero
      Special to the Arizona Daily Star

    JTED met me where I was and opened doors I never knew existed.

    Tucson Speaks Out: October 6

    Tucson Speaks Out: October 6

      Donny One Note

      Letter: 8 Props, 8 No Votes

      Letter: 8 Props, 8 No Votes

      • Gretchen Winters, Oro Valley

      We are right to doubt every legislative proposition. Their proponents want us to pass what they knew Governor Hobbs would veto along with their other 151 bad bills this year.

      Letter: Safe and Secure Voting for Everyone

      Letter: Safe and Secure Voting for Everyone

      • Betsy Wexler, Oro Valley

      If you vote by mail, you can drop off your signed and completed mail-in ballot at a secure Ballot Drop Box near you. They open Wednesday, October 7 at 8 am and will remain open 24 hours 7 days a week until Election Day, November 3 at 7 pm. Ballots are picked up twice a day and are carefully …

      Is gossip actually good for us? | The Ethical Life podcast

      Is gossip actually good for us? | The Ethical Life podcast

      • scott.rada

      🎧 Talking about others can strengthen relationships, build trust and reinforce social norms — but knowing when to stay quiet still matters.

      How to beat the incivility virus as town halls vanish | William Lyons

      How to beat the incivility virus as town halls vanish | William Lyons

        Recently, a Washington Post editorial bemoaned the disappearing town hall -- the events where elected officials invite their constituents to hear from them and to explain their positions on important issues. How right they were in pointing out yet another symptom of our inability to navigate…

        Data center plan provides soid path | Virginian-Pilot

        Data center plan provides soid path | Virginian-Pilot

          Responsible management of data centers and the resources they consume is among the most important and contentious national debates, and no place is that more consequential than in Virginia. The commonwealth has more of the facilities than any other state, with about 400 in operation and anot…

          America is making progress on women’s health | Jennifer Weiss-Wolf

          America is making progress on women’s health | Jennifer Weiss-Wolf

            Menopause has been having a moment lately, and Washington is noticing. On Sept. 16, the Senate held its first hearing on the dismal state of federally funded menopause research and vast gaps in treatment and care.

            Opinion: Arizona hunters aren't buying Trump's conservation pitch

            Opinion: Arizona hunters aren't buying Trump's conservation pitch

            • Alex Trimble Young
              Special to the Arizona Republic

            Trump's hunting executive order emphasizes access and tradition, but protecting hunting's future depends on conserving the public lands and wildlife habitat that sustain it.

            Editorial cartoons

            ANOTHER VIEW | Dave Whamond | Cagle Cartoons

            ANOTHER VIEW | Dave Whamond | Cagle Cartoons

            ANOTHER VIEW | Harley Schwadron | Cagle Cartoons

            ANOTHER VIEW | Harley Schwadron | Cagle Cartoons

            Don’t let hubris get in the way of ending the Iran war | Bloomberg News

            Don’t let hubris get in the way of ending the Iran war | Bloomberg News

              Iranian leaders arguably overplayed their hand over the summer, attacking oil tankers even after signing a memorandum of understanding to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. If the U.S. hopes to end the conflict in the Persian Gulf, it should be wary of its own bout of hubris.

              Local opinion: Raw politics primer as midterms approach

              Local opinion: Raw politics primer as midterms approach

                With midterms approaching, polarized stakeholders are pulling out all the financial stops to ensure victory.

                Local opinion: The modern magic of stamp collecting

                Local opinion: The modern magic of stamp collecting

                  You might be surprised where one little stamp will take you.

                  Tucson Speaks Out: October 7

                  Tucson Speaks Out: October 7

                    Catalina Highway

                    Local opinion: The hidden agenda of vouchers

                    Local opinion: The hidden agenda of vouchers

                      GOP’s argument is deliberately deceptive and covers up the real agenda behind vouchers.

                      Iran War WRECKS 81 U.S. Aircraft Worth $3.3 Billion, Dealing A Devastating Blow To Air Power

                      Iran War WRECKS 81 U.S. Aircraft Worth $3.3 Billion, Dealing A Devastating Blow To Air Power

                        The Iran war has taken a major toll on the U.S. Air Force, with 81 American military aircraft reportedly destroyed or damaged, according to the Congressional Research Service.The losses include F-15E fighters, an F-35, 45 MQ-9 Reaper drones, refueling tankers and an E-3 surveillance aircraft…

                        A.I Data Center Boom Hits a Supply Chain Wall

                        A.I Data Center Boom Hits a Supply Chain Wall

                          Nokia CEO Justin Hotard says the global AI data center buildout could move twice as fast if companies weren’t facing shortages of key equipment and resources.

                          Editorials

                          A note to readers

                          A note to readers

                          To our readers:

                          Join Tucson’s conversation through the Star’s opinion pages

                          Join Tucson’s conversation through the Star’s opinion pages

                          The Arizona Daily Star’s opinion section aims to foster healthy engagement and debate on the best paths forward for Tucson. Here’s how you can be a part of it.

                          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.

                          Columnists

                          Is gossip actually good for us? | The Ethical Life podcast

                          Is gossip actually good for us? | The Ethical Life podcast

                          🎧 Talking about others can strengthen relationships, build trust and reinforce social norms — but knowing when to stay quiet still matters.

                          How to beat the incivility virus as town halls vanish | William Lyons

                          How to beat the incivility virus as town halls vanish | William Lyons

                          Recently, a Washington Post editorial bemoaned the disappearing town hall -- the events where elected officials invite their constituents to hear from them and to explain their positions on important issues. How right they were in pointing out yet another symptom of our inability to navigate disagreement in public spaces.

                          Data center plan provides soid path | Virginian-Pilot

                          Data center plan provides soid path | Virginian-Pilot

                          Responsible management of data centers and the resources they consume is among the most important and contentious national debates, and no place is that more consequential than in Virginia. The commonwealth has more of the facilities than any other state, with about 400 in operation and another 280 or so under construction or in the planning stages.

                          America is making progress on women’s health | Jennifer Weiss-Wolf

                          America is making progress on women’s health | Jennifer Weiss-Wolf

                          Menopause has been having a moment lately, and Washington is noticing. On Sept. 16, the Senate held its first hearing on the dismal state of federally funded menopause research and vast gaps in treatment and care.

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                          Tucson Speaks Out: October 7

                          Tucson Speaks Out: October 7

                          Opinion: Arizona hunters aren't buying Trump's conservation pitch

                          Opinion: Arizona hunters aren't buying Trump's conservation pitch

                          Don’t let hubris get in the way of ending the Iran war | Bloomberg News

                          Don’t let hubris get in the way of ending the Iran war | Bloomberg News

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                          What Really Happens When You Call for Emergency HVAC Help at 2 AM

                          Affiliate content. Learn what to do if you need an emergency HVAC repair. 

                          Buying or Selling a Midwest Home? What the HVAC System Is Really Worth at Closing

                          Buying or Selling a Midwest Home? What the HVAC System Is Really Worth at Closing

                          Affiliate content.  Learn why it is important to check the HVAC system when buying or selling home. 

                          Your utility bill is telling you something: what rising costs reveal about your HVAC system

                          Your utility bill is telling you something: what rising costs reveal about your HVAC system

                          Affiliate content. Learn what to do about rising energy costs from your HVAC system. 

                          What Your Home's Age Reveals About the HVAC Problems Coming Your Way

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                          Letters to the Editor

                          Letter: 8 Props, 8 No Votes

                          Letter: 8 Props, 8 No Votes

                          We are right to doubt every legislative proposition. Their proponents want us to pass what they knew Governor Hobbs would veto along with their other 151 bad bills this year.

                          Letter: Safe and Secure Voting for Everyone

                          Letter: Safe and Secure Voting for Everyone

                          If you vote by mail, you can drop off your signed and completed mail-in ballot at a secure Ballot Drop Box near you. They open Wednesday, October 7 at 8 am and will remain open 24 hours 7 days a week until Election Day, November 3 at 7 pm. Ballots are picked up twice a day and are carefully …

                          Tucson Speaks Out: October 7

                          Tucson Speaks Out: October 7

                          Catalina Highway

                          Letter: I gotta vent

                          Letter: I gotta vent

                          I have lived through Eisenhower, Carter, Reagan, GHW Bush, Obama, and Biden. In my lifetime I have never seen or heard of a President being scrutinized over every word he speaks. I have never heard of their wives or children threatened, insulted, and humliiated. I am truly ashamed of the beh…

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