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Local opinion: Mainstream media still matters
Newspapers and national news networks are the only forms of media trying to provide an overview of the important stories. Do they always get it right? Of course not. But at least reputable news organizations have established procedures to verify sources and admit when they get something wrong.
Local opinion: The unfounded fear of social emotional learning and diversity, equity, and inclusion: A disservice to our communities
For many, the association of SEL and DEI with progressive political agendas creates a knee-jerk opposition, viewing these educational frameworks as vehicles for indoctrination rather than tools for personal and communal growth.
Tucson Speaks Out: June 20 letters of the day
Letters to the Editor for June 20
Mexico opinion: To Mexican scientist and environmentalist President-elect Claudia Sheinbaum
Mexico's new president has a historic opportunity to enforce Mexicans' constitutional right to a clean environment.
Arizona opinion: Juneteenth: A moment of reflection, celebration, rededication
As a black female executive, I draw profound inspiration from the resilience and determination that Juneteenth represents.
Local opinion: Ciscomani's efforts to secure needed infrastructure funding supports housing
Congresswoman Kay Granger (R-Texas), former Chair of the House Appropriations Committee, recently noted the efforts of our congressman, Rep. Juan Ciscomani, to secure $26 million for our district and state to fund community projects.
Tucson Speaks Out: June 19 letters of the day
Letters to the Editor for June 19
Letter: Gaslighting Opinions
The European Union's Copernicus Earth-monitoring service recently announced that we've now gone a full year where every single month has been the warmest version of that month since we've had enough instruments in place to track global temperatures. Yet, individuals associated with the petro…
Letter: Tyranny versus Freedom
The world sits on a seesaw between “Tyranny versus Freedom”. During World War II a “Tyranny” of countries tried to conquer the world. It was only when America sat on the “Freedom” side of the seesaw that “Freedom” was victorious. Over 400,000 Americans died in WWII. Today a new “Axis of Tyra…
Letter: Reflecting on Sacrifice
On D-Day, 4,415 Allied soldiers died, with U.S. servicemen accounting for 2,502 deaths. It was our family members who sacrificed their lives for the constitutional freedoms we enjoy today. How can a man who is clearly an "elite"—an economic, social, and political elite—who never served, who …
Letter: Honor our heroes
We just celebrated the 80th anniversay of D-DAY. Seeing the footage from that assualt is horrifying, but gives cause to reflect on Tom Brokaw's book "The Greatest Generation". We had our brave young men full of fear as the waters off Normandy were filled with American soldiers' blood, yet th…
Letter: Hudbay Mines
Two recent posts in this paper addressed proposed new mines in the Santa Ritas. Per Canadian mining company Hudbay’s own data, these mines will require water usage equivalent to a city of 100,000 people, every year.
Letter: Of presidents and automobiles
I have spent the last couple of months looking for a new car. I have visited all the new car showrooms and even have checked out used car lots. I have quizzed my friends about their cars, what they like and don’t. I think I have done all the due diligence required and am almost ready to buy.…
Letter: What's Next for Trump
The latest chapter of the Trump saga is now written. The
Letter: UA ATHLETES' VS SWIMMERS
I am struck by two stories in Sunday's Star: one saying that the University now has to pay student athletes $20,000,000 (yes, 20 MILLION dollars) for their efforts. The other story saying that the City of Tucson has cut back on swimming pool hours for our kids and citizens because there is n…
Letter: Free Speech
response to letter in today's Star, 6/12/2024. As submitted by P. Redecker
John Adams, second President of the United States, had an outstanding, first-born son, John Quincy Adams, besides 2 other sons, Charles and Thomas. John Quincy had a stellar career as a politician, diplomat, and lawyer, culminating in becoming the 6th US president. Charles and Thomas became …
Letter: Think Twice about Laura Conover
Re the June 12 letter, Re-Elect Laura Conover. The letter writer said, "She (Conover) has stopped pushing to treat juveniles as adults in court. We know teen brains are not fully developed and need the justice system to account for that." Really? Neurological SCIENCE tells us that the human …
Letter: Phil "Bulldog" Bentley is 80!
I am writing to announce the 80th birthday of Phil "Bulldog" Bentley on June 25th. He is one of your regular contributors and a loyal reader. He is an example of why America IS great! Phil has served his country, raised a lovely family, and is an avid volunteer in his community. His passion …
Letter: Understanding bullies
As the fog slowly lifts, it is clear that, for years, the previous Administration, the MAGA Party, the conservative media and a number of your readers are simply schoolyard bullies. For mystifying reasons, this group has convinced their own followers that they are superior, more intelligent …
Letter: Two-Sided Nation
Not a person disputes that we are currently a divided nation. Some may relish the chaos, but in terms of this letter, our nation is defined as being divided into conservative and liberal. A conservative nation has the inclination to restore what it considers traditional conditions and instit…
Editorials
A note to readers
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Arizona Daily Star editorial: The folly of using impeachment as an outlet for political pique
An all-Republican committee of the Arizona House of Representatives has decided to call for the impeachment of Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes.
Arizona Daily Star editorial: Violent-crime trend encouraging, not cataclysmic
In a recent opEd, incomplete and therefore wildly inaccurate violent-crime data led to a bad take on Tucson and Pima County public policy. We're happy to report that Tucson's violent crime rate, while still too high, is trending in the right direction
Arizona Daily Star editorial: Indictments good for democracy in Arizona and across nation
Arizona Daily Star editorial: Arizona's indictments of "fake electors" and Trump attorneys and aides are a regrettable but necessary step toward recalibrating our fevered political landscape.
Columnists
Biden and Trump face off on CNN in one week
CNN's Steve Contorno looks at the preparations by the Biden and Trump teams ahead of the CNN debate.
Wall Street Journal: The cost of forgiving medical debt
The Biden administration is canceling student loans and easing mortgage payment terms. Now the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) wants to erase unpaid medical bills, too. Does this administration believe in having to repay any debt?
Local opinion: Mainstream media still matters
Newspapers and national news networks are the only forms of media trying to provide an overview of the important stories. Do they always get it right? Of course not. But at least reputable news organizations have established procedures to verify sources and admit when they get something wrong.
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Letters to the Editor
Letter: Gaslighting Opinions
The European Union's Copernicus Earth-monitoring service recently announced that we've now gone a full year where every single month has been the warmest version of that month since we've had enough instruments in place to track global temperatures. Yet, individuals associated with the petro…
Letter: Tyranny versus Freedom
The world sits on a seesaw between “Tyranny versus Freedom”. During World War II a “Tyranny” of countries tried to conquer the world. It was only when America sat on the “Freedom” side of the seesaw that “Freedom” was victorious. Over 400,000 Americans died in WWII. Today a new “Axis of Tyra…
Letter: Reflecting on Sacrifice
On D-Day, 4,415 Allied soldiers died, with U.S. servicemen accounting for 2,502 deaths. It was our family members who sacrificed their lives for the constitutional freedoms we enjoy today. How can a man who is clearly an "elite"—an economic, social, and political elite—who never served, who …
Letter: Honor our heroes
We just celebrated the 80th anniversay of D-DAY. Seeing the footage from that assualt is horrifying, but gives cause to reflect on Tom Brokaw's book "The Greatest Generation". We had our brave young men full of fear as the waters off Normandy were filled with American soldiers' blood, yet th…
