Opinion

Editorial: Gabrielle Giffords remains an inspiration

Take all the time you need to recover, Gabby, and like the ever-inviting and welcoming Arizona sunset, we can’t wait to have you back.

By Editorial Board | January 22, 2012

Overexposed: Sex on the brain

Before we can even make a conscious decision to seek it out, it’s slapping us in the face. Studies show that of our most basic instincts — sex, sleep and eating — sex occupies our thoughts more than the others.

By Alesha Rimmelin | January 22, 2012

World without money is world of bread lines

A short lesson in history and economics shows that claims like "distribution of wealth will make us equal", or "business owners are merely people who cut the checks," are not just inaccurate but fatal for economic progress and the advancement of mankind.

By Carlos Alfaro | January 22, 2012

The brink of war

America may soon be at war with Iran. Americans don’t seem too concerned.

By John Gaylord | January 22, 2012

Letters: Jan. 23

An opportunity for the Teachers College to be recognized for its efforts.

By Letters | January 22, 2012

Boos & Bravos: Jan. 20

Boo to this mess with the ASURITE system, but bravo to the IT departments for helping us out.

By Editorial Board | January 19, 2012

‘Big government’ is a big lie

The “big government” argument frequently employed by the conservative right loses its weight when it is constantly changing in definition and context.

By Daniel Mills | January 19, 2012

Arizona’s education policies oppress minorities

Censoring books pertinent to Mexican-American heritage and terminating ethnic-studies programs reinforces a system of oppression.

By Christine Truong | January 19, 2012

Things you might have done while Wikipedia was down

This week, Wikipedia and a number of other websites “went dark” in protest of SOPA. Here are some things that you may have been doing during the madness.

By Ashley Mentzer | January 19, 2012

Editorial: A ban on racial profiling

We are taking crucial steps toward an immigration plan that isn’t founded on legalized racism.

By Editorial Board | January 18, 2012

Fear, greed and insider trading

Seven hedge fund traders were charged Tuesday with making a $62 million profit from insider information. What does this say about the behavior of human beings, let alone the moral climate of Wall Street?

By William Hamilton | January 18, 2012

A world without money

While most of us spent the long weekend sleeping in, watching football or worrying about how a one-day-Wikipedia-less lifestyle would affect us, the Occupy movement was making its final preparations for its march on our nations capitol.

By Jonathan Fortner | January 18, 2012

Presidents' lives of luxury

The Kennedys, the Nixons, the Bushs; our presidential families have a knack for living lives of luxury. Are the Obamas any different? An observation of presidential spending on personal vacations, parties, clothing and celebrations.

By Olivia Brunacini | January 18, 2012

Editorial: Coachella gets nostalgic

A change of culture has given Coachella more of a national reach, attracting music lovers from all over the country.

By Editorial Board | January 17, 2012

Occupy protests spark debate over inequality

The Occupy protests draw attention to income inequality and high unemployment. What does this mean for policymakers?

By Savannah Thomas | January 17, 2012

Insensitive assignment raises uproar

Last week, third grade students at a Georgia elementary school brought home a controversial math assignment that upset parents and caused problems within the district.

By Arselia Gales | January 17, 2012

The conservative and libertarian divide

With the emergence of Ron Paul, R-Texas, the Republican Party suggests a shift away from traditional conservatism to libertarian conservatism.

By Sean McCauley | January 17, 2012

Editorial: SOPA, PIPA and the future of the Internet

In an age that moves at a speed measurable only in megabytes per second, SOPA could have profound changes to the way we educate our youth, obtain information and go about our daily lives.

By Editorial Board | January 16, 2012

Venture capitalists: 2 legit 2 quit

The ironically popular hipster subculture is becoming more mainstream, thanks to venture capitalists.

By William Hamilton | January 16, 2012

Bringing back the boy band

Whether you like them or not, boy bands are an essential part of popular culture. Pop music would simply not be the same without them.

By Raffy Ermac | January 16, 2012

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