Opinion

Opinion: Renaming Downtown residence hall cements legacy of local leaders

Renaming Taylor Place after influential former Phoenix mayor Phil Gordon finally acknowledges the debt we owe to local lawmakers.

By Mia Osmonbekov | April 17, 2023

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Opinion: SCETL funding should be moved to progressive University institutions

ASU's SCETL is a waste of resources and promotes conservative ideals based in hatred and bigotry. The resources devoted to it would be much better used elsewhere. 

By Aaron Stigile | April 10, 2023

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Opinion: ASU NIL efforts inadequate for men's basketball

Austin Nunez, DJ Horne and Enoch Boakye have entered the transfer portal from ASU men's basketball team, signaling potential weakness in the University's existing NIL programs.

By Aaron Stigile | April 3, 2023

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Opinion: Bobby Hurley's extension keeps a trend of success in Tempe

Bobby Hurley's contract extension through the 2025-2026 college basketball season gives ASU men's basketball a chance to reach new heights in the coming seasons.

By Aaron Stigile | March 23, 2023

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Opinion: Tempe's transportation needs to innovate; an automated shuttle would help

Stantec recently released a study for the feasibility of an automated shuttle on the Tempe Campus, a step in the right direction for a school that's No. 1 in innovation.

By Sam McGee | March 22, 2023

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Opinion: Crow's comments on Desert Financial Arena conditions reflect ASU facility neglect

Michael Crow and Ray Anderson's conflicting statements regarding Desert Financial Arena conditions are problematic, and they need to get on the same page.

By Aaron Stigile | March 20, 2023

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Satire: A response from one of your 'Black Sun Devils'

On Feb. 16, ASU sent an email out to its Black students with information on celebrating Black History Month. But, for numerous reasons, the email is tone-deaf.

By Sam McGee | February 28, 2023

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Opinion: Kevin Durant trade jeopardizes Suns' future

The Phoenix Suns' trade for Kevin Durant cost the team two of its most beloved players and the future of its fans' loyalty. 

By Aaron Stigile | February 28, 2023

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Opinion: Universities are banning TikTok, ASU should follow suit

TikTok poses significant security risks to the privacy of ASU staff and students and should be banned from campus devices and servers.

By Selma Krantz | February 22, 2023

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Opinion: Banning TikTok limits student expression, community

As tempting as it sounds, banning TikTok doesn't solve actual problems, it only risks the future of ASU's vibrant campus culture.

By Mia Osmonbekov | February 22, 2023

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Opinion: Proposed South Pier Luxury Development is unnecessary, unwanted

The proposed South Pier development for Tempe Town Lake would be an unnecessary and expensive addition to an area that desperately needs affordable housing for students and workers. 

By Aaron Stigile | February 20, 2023

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Opinion: Want to curb youth smoking? Talk to the youth

Tempe City Council has recently released a new plan to attack youth vaping. Though they have the right idea, their approach should be more youth-focused.

By Sam McGee | February 20, 2023

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Opinion: ASU needs to listen to its union

The University needs to support its union, the United Campus Workers of Arizona, to show that it cares about the wellbeing of its workers.

By Sam McGee | February 16, 2023

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Opinion: Senate passed resolution undermines direct democracy while claiming to promote it

While SCR 1015 parades itself as a saving grace promoting statewide buy-in for ballot initiatives, it's actually an egregious attempt to dismantle direct democracy in Arizona. 

By Mia Osmonbekov | February 16, 2023

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SATIRE: Dick jokes, faux feminism and misogynistic men. Oh my!

SATIRE: Art forms dominated by men are bound to have their fair share of crude jokes, but come on, man.

By Claire Geare | February 14, 2023

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Opinion: ASU policing and dismissal of student activists delays needed change

ASU activists and students have been dismissed by the University, and if students disrupt the status quo to demand what they need, police could pose a danger to them.

By Aaron Stigile | February 9, 2023

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Opinion: Patrick Mahomes will cement his legacy in Super Bowl LVII victory

While Philadelphia fans are overly confident, Patrick Mahomes will humble the unproven Eagles. With a revamped offense, Chiefs head coach Andy Reid can beat any team.

By Jack Barron | February 8, 2023

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Opinion: Anti-drag legislation is a threat to ASU's LGBTQ+ community

Arizona lawmakers have proposed several bills that would hinder drag performances, which imposes on the creative expression of ASU's LGBTQ+ community.

By Selma Krantz | February 7, 2023

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Opinion: D? Let's get an F!

Turning Point USA gave ASU a D on its recently released "Dean's List." The University needs to be an F.

By Sam McGee | February 7, 2023

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Opinion: Jalen Hurts will lead the Eagles to a Super Bowl LVII victory

Philadelphia will defeat Kansas City thanks to its superior all-around talent and strong quarterback play; it's time to grease those poles, in Philadelphia and in Phoenix!

By Aaron Stigile | February 6, 2023

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