Opinion

Approval of new skyscraper downtown puts Phoenix one step closer to an urban paradise

Building a skyscraper in downtown Phoenix is a baby step — an admittedly expensive baby step, but one with definite long-term potential.

By Ryan Lynch | October 23, 2014

Boos & Bravos: Oct. 23

Boo to UNC for making a mockery of higher education, but bravo to the heroic actions of an ASU police officer.

By Editorial Board | October 23, 2014

ASU students should take course evaluations seriously

Course evaluations are not just a bunch of questions that you can answer without much thought; they require you to think carefully before giving your feedback.

By Anima Sahu | October 23, 2014

ASU's Zero Waste by 2015 initiative is incomplete

2014 is coming to a rapid conclusion and the Zero Waste policy has not been completely adopted at ASU.

By Kaelyn Polick-Kirkpatrick | October 22, 2014

Graham exceeding expectations, alleviating concerns

How has Todd Graham performed in the third year of his tenure?

By Editorial Board | October 22, 2014

The folly of expensive weddings

Shouldn’t a wedding be a celebration of two people, not a show for the audience?

By Becca Smouse | October 22, 2014

Millennials must prepare early for financial burdens

While some people may think preparing a will or starting to contribute to a retirement fund before you're 30 is too early, it should be on the minds of many Millennials.

By Kayla Chan | October 22, 2014

NBA season is fine just the way it is

There just isn't enough backing for the argument other than the complaints of a few superstars.

By Ryan Clarke | October 21, 2014

Letter: APS’s proposed use of ratepayer dollars to monopolize the solar market is wrong

Libertarians believe a lack of completion perpetuates the status quo and stifles innovation in both politics and the private sector.

By Letters | October 21, 2014

Lessons not learned on the Internet

The goal of making debate should be to grow and learn, not to be victorious.

By Harrison Finzel | October 21, 2014

Ebola in media consists of rumors, stupidity

The media blows up Ebola in America to insane levels.

By Megan Janetsky | October 21, 2014

The LGBTQ hierarchy of needs

It’s a monumental victory, but marriage equality is not the most pressing issue in the LGBTQ community.

By Editorial Board | October 20, 2014

Egg freezing benefit is response to employee goals, not coercion

Facebook and Apple are simply responding to the lifestyle and work habits that modern women have willfully created for themselves.

By Donnell Probst | October 20, 2014

Nobel-winner Malala Yousafzai represents fantastic generation

Yousafzai represents a new generation of awesome minds passionately committed to making a better world.

By Jordan Brunner | October 20, 2014

COUNTERPOINT: Ban on face paint would promote an inclusive ASU

The history of the blackface is bleak and has no place in modern society, even if it is subtle and unintentional.

| October 19, 2014

POINT: Face paint expresses Sun Devil pride, not racism

If students really thought their reputations were in jeopardy, these types of actions would not even occur.

By Taylette Nunez | October 19, 2014

Political debates are now just gaffes waiting to happen

Political debates have devolved to a point where candidates show up to give their opponents the opportunity to make a mistake.

By Zach Josephson | October 19, 2014

Letter: Support for Rep. Kyrsten Sinema

I will be voting for Congresswoman Sinema and urging others to do the same.

By Letters | October 19, 2014

Boos & Bravos: Oct. 16

Boo to Nikki Haley for using "no one complained" as an excuse for racism, but bravo to HBO and CBS for giving the people what they want!

By Editorial Board | October 17, 2014

Anita Sarkeesian's canceled speech sets dangerous precedent

Anyone who has their life legitimately threatened will not willingly walk into a situation where there is no protection afforded.

By Editorial Board | October 16, 2014

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