An Arizona rabbi argues that people held in immigration detention have a constitutional and moral right to receive adequate medical care. The opinion piece calls attention to deaths and health concerns in ICE facilities and urges Americans across the political spectrum to support basic healt…
- Lane Santa Cruz Special to the Arizona Daily Star
A Tucson City Council member defends the city’s approach to homelessness, transit and public safety, arguing that investments in affordable housing, fare-free transit, community health programs and poverty reduction are essential to building a safer and more equitable city. The opinion piece…
- Mort Rosenblum Special to the Arizona Daily Star
In his final regular column, a longtime journalist looks back on six decades of reporting from around the world, reflects on political divisions, the importance of facts and the lessons learned from a life spent chasing stories. He also shares why Tucson remains a place of optimism, connecti…
- Trevor Nelson Special to the Arizona Daily Star
An opinion writer argues that the Defense Department’s decision to reorganize its list of recognized religious affiliations goes beyond administrative changes and raises broader questions about religious liberty. The piece contends that creating official categories of faith traditions risks …
- Curtis Lueck Special to the Arizona Daily Star
A long-awaited Tucson transportation project is finally becoming reality. After more than four decades of planning, delays and construction, Sunset Links Road is opening to traffic, creating a new connection between River Road, Interstate 10 and the Tucson Mountains Foothills while paving th…
- Jackie Biggs Special to the Arizona Daily Star
As several major U.S. orchestras search for new conductors, an opinion writer points to Tucson’s musical history as an example of how resident conductors can strengthen community ties. The piece highlights the legacy of Frederic Balazs, whose work with the Tucson Symphony helped create youth…
- Carlos A. Hernández Southern Arizona AIDS Foundation
An opinion writer says Pride Month comes at a critical time for Southern Arizona’s LGBTQ+ community as organizations face funding uncertainty and rising demand for services. The piece highlights the role of SAAF in providing housing, healthcare, HIV prevention and youth support, while urging…
Electric vehicles drivers should help pay for roads, but not more than other motorists
Ukraine is faring better on the battlefield. Russia’s costs are surging even as its military gains shrink. If Ukraine can sustain this trajectory, perhaps it can finally force Moscow to make a decent peace.
- Miranda Schubert Special to the Arizona Daily Star
City Council member argues that addressing homelessness, addiction and public safety requires more than enforcement alone. The opinion piece highlights investments in affordable housing, behavioral health services, transit access and community outreach programs, contending that meeting basic…
- Straight Arrow News
Russia launched 70 missiles and 611 drones at Ukraine, killing people in Kyiv and Kharkiv and damaging Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra, officials said.
- Shmuly Yanklowitz Special to the Arizona Daily Star
An Arizona rabbi argues that people held in immigration detention have a constitutional and moral right to receive adequate medical care. The opinion piece calls attention to deaths and health concerns in ICE facilities and urges Americans across the political spectrum to support basic healt…
- Lane Santa Cruz Special to the Arizona Daily Star
A Tucson City Council member defends the city’s approach to homelessness, transit and public safety, arguing that investments in affordable housing, fare-free transit, community health programs and poverty reduction are essential to building a safer and more equitable city. The opinion piece…
- Mort Rosenblum Special to the Arizona Daily Star
In his final regular column, a longtime journalist looks back on six decades of reporting from around the world, reflects on political divisions, the importance of facts and the lessons learned from a life spent chasing stories. He also shares why Tucson remains a place of optimism, connecti…
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An Arizona outdoorsman and military veteran is urging elected leaders to protect federal public lands from privatization and sale. The opinion piece argues that public lands support outdoor recreation, hunting, local economies and access for future generations, while warning that once public land is sold, it is rarely recovered.
An opinion writer criticizes Arizona’s push to attract large-scale data centers, arguing that AI-driven development raises concerns about water use, energy demand, public transparency and community impacts. The piece also challenges claims made by supporters of data center expansion and calls for greater public scrutiny of future projects.
The president of the Living Desert Alliance is urging Pima Community College to reconsider the elimination of its Office of Sustainability and Climate Action & Sustainability Plan. The opinion piece raises concerns about transparency, student impact and the future of sustainability initiatives as the college seeks voter approval for a $250 million bond.
An opinion writer is urging Arizonans to support the Protect Education Act, a proposed ballot measure that would add new accountability, safety and spending restrictions to the state’s Empowerment Scholarship Account voucher program. The proposal would also set income limits for universal ESA eligibility while preserving access for students with disabilities.
A former Air Force officer and Arizona public official argues that Congress should approve the full FY2027 defense budget, citing growing threats from China and Russia, the need to modernize America’s nuclear deterrent and the economic impact of defense programs that support thousands of jobs in Arizona.
A Tucson candidate for the Arizona Senate reflects on personal experiences with gun violence, immigration challenges, addiction and political upheaval, arguing that a new generation of leaders is needed in state government. The opinion piece also criticizes the voting record of the incumbent representative in the district.
To our readers:
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.
Electric vehicles drivers should help pay for roads, but not more than other motorists
Ukraine is faring better on the battlefield. Russia’s costs are surging even as its military gains shrink. If Ukraine can sustain this trajectory, perhaps it can finally force Moscow to make a decent peace.
City Council member argues that addressing homelessness, addiction and public safety requires more than enforcement alone. The opinion piece highlights investments in affordable housing, behavioral health services, transit access and community outreach programs, contending that meeting basic needs is one of the most effective ways to create safer, healthier neighborhoods.
Russia launched 70 missiles and 611 drones at Ukraine, killing people in Kyiv and Kharkiv and damaging Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra, officials said.
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One would think that after 2 &1/2 years of bombings and missile strikes in Lebanon and Gaza, and starting a war in Iran, Israel would have run out of arms. But that is not the case. Thanks to American largesse, Israel's supply of bombs and missies remains limitless, resulting in thousand…
Watching History Channel’s Tom Hanks World War II, the glaring observation is that inaction is fatal. During the late 1930’s, Western European leaders, abetted by the United States, ignored the actions of Germany, Japan, and Italy, actually excusing and permitting their vile actions. By 1938…
