Opinion

Editorial: Crowd control

On the Tempe campus, the human traffic congestion on the malls is nearly as bad as trying to drive your car down University Drive at 5 p.m.

By Editorial Board | March 29, 2010

Wrestlemania: good for economy, but not a sport

Wrestlemania came to the Valley Sunday, attracting fans from around the world. It’s great for the economy, but that doesn’t make it any less weird.

By Jack Fitzpatrick | March 29, 2010

Letters to the Editor: March 30

(In response to Kyle Daly's Monday article, "Phoenix demonstrations take both sides of Proposition 100.")

By Letters | March 29, 2010

Health bill should cover alternative medicines

Natural medicine should be invested in because it provides a safer alternative that is based on preventative, rather than reactionary, measures.

By Nicole Gilbert | March 29, 2010

Free speech: Does Canada have it right?

Do Canada's more stringent speech laws protect its citizens from harmful speech, and should the U.S. consider adopting stricter laws?

By Zach Fowle | March 29, 2010

Health care’s seismic passage leaves unanswered questions in its wake

"What is most clear from our recent legislative endeavors is this: The law of unintended consequences is nearly universal. In many cases questions persist about the effectiveness of large reforms for years after their enactment."

By Will Munsil | March 29, 2010

Editorial: Penny savers

The only thing pennies are good for is to improve your luck when you find them on the street or toss them into a fountain. But if Proposition 100 passes in May, pennies may just be the saving grace of Arizona’s education.

By Editorial Board | March 28, 2010

POINT: Reform necessary step

For all the fear mongering about the government stepping in to reform health care services, people seem to forget how our essential amenities for daily life are already regulated.

By Osman Salim | March 28, 2010

COUNTERPOINT: Government insensitive to cost

Government does not conduct activities efficiently since it has no reason to. The government activity in health care will be no different and will detract from the system.

By Benjamin Morin | March 28, 2010

Is Catholic clergy good with God? Not necessarily

In light of the recent sex scandals of the Catholic Church, it’s time to question whether we should grant religious leaders such high levels of trust and reverence.

By Becky Rubenstrunk | March 28, 2010

The ugly truth about Arizona’s struggling housing market

Arizona’s real estate market is no longer a golden goose. The state’s recovery depends on long-term financial discipline and economic diversification.

By John Gaylord | March 28, 2010

Letters to the Editor: March 29

In response to Dustin Volz’s March 24 column, “Falling off the Platform.”

By Letters | March 28, 2010

Boos & Bravos: March 26

We approve and disapprove.

By Editorial Board | March 25, 2010

Substantive conversations contribute to the happy life

A recent study indicates that less small talk and more substantive conversations could be a component in a person living a happy life.

By Austin Yost | March 25, 2010

Letters: March 26

Community economics

By Letters | March 25, 2010

Liberty or death, the true conservatives

The opposition to Obama’s presidency has fueled a new generation of true conservatives. Sometimes misunderstood, the movement stands for the free-market, individual liberties, and limited government.

By Brian Anderson | March 25, 2010

Editorial: History no longer ‘in the books’

You may think Thomas Jefferson was an influential figure in American history. Well, according to the Texas Board of Education, you would be mistaken.

By Editorial Board | March 24, 2010

The benefits of blogging

Done right, blogging is a great way to create community and help yourself at the same time.

By Ryan Sweeney | March 24, 2010

Vices over virtues?

As the country continues to struggle economically, business owners and politicians are turning to the dark side to solve their problems: the industry of alcohol, marijuana, and strip clubs.

By Dante Graves | March 24, 2010

Falling off the platform

Student-government election season has arrived in Tempe. One of the pressing issues found on the campaign trail this year? The ever-growing demand for a fall break. But is there merit on running on a fall-break platform?

By Dustin Volz | March 24, 2010

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