Opinion

If Prop. 100 fails, so will Arizona’s education system

Arizona’s proposed Prop. 100 to implement a 1 percent sales tax will be on the Arizona ballot in May. If it fails, Arizona’s K-12 and higher education systems are in for a world of hurt.

By Hal Cohen | March 23, 2010

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Stamping out Mother Teresa

It was difficult not to giggle out loud when “Daily Show” correspondent Jason Jones held up a photograph of Mother Teresa in front of Freedom From Religion Foundation (FFRF) Co-president Dan Barker and mockingly stated, “This is the fight you are picking?”

By Noah Lewkowitz | March 23, 2010

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Government programs exacerbate poverty trap

When government policies make it hard to escape poverty, your best option is to stay poor.

By Benjamin Morin | March 23, 2010

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Editorial: A hero’s work

In his new position, Byrne will keep busy trying to help the development of severely disadvantaged young men and women who could previously be described as nothing more than helpless.

By Editorial Board | March 22, 2010

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United Nations won’t save the polar bears, or bluefin tuna

The trade of polar bear skins and Atlantic bluefin tuna will continue after the U.N. voted against a U.S.-backed ban. These endangered species have the potential to drastically affect the environment, and the human population, if they go extinct.

By Nicole Gilbert | March 22, 2010

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Release of crime photos in gray area

Does the media have a right to obtain and publish crime scene footage? Various instances test the boundaries of how far the media can go when tragedy strikes.

By Alana Arbuthnot | March 22, 2010

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Letters to the editor: March 23

As a graduate of Arizona State University, I was pleased when one of my children told me he has a substantial interest in attending ASU. However, after reading the tuition increase article, I will strongly attempt to dissuade him from this course of action.

By Letters | March 22, 2010

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Fiery attitudes in DC turn hearts cold

Fiery partisan attitudes are giving no one respite. Fifty years ago, politicians and lobbyists could often set aside their hard feelings once outside of the congressional chambers – a much different atmosphere than the contentious manners of today.

By Catherine Smith | March 22, 2010

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Considering a simple complexity

Humans naturally seek simplicity. By making simple choices, and sticking to them, we eliminate complexity in our lives and are more in tune with our natural tendencies.

By Alex Petrusek | March 22, 2010

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Editorial: A troubling prognosis

The debate on the health care reform bill has been escalating in the past few weeks — drowning out reason and allowing legislators to put politics ahead of people.

By Editorial Board | March 21, 2010

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Sexting seeking parental supervision

Sexting has taken on too harsh of a punishment and minors should not have to be registered sex offenders for their immature mistake.

By Monique Zatcoff | March 21, 2010

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Consumerism stealing our identities

Companies spend billions making sure they manufacture an image that you want to represent you as a person. But what are we losing?

By Becky Rubenstrunk | March 21, 2010

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Lessons from the campaign trail

Two recent insider accounts of the 2008 Presidential race give a series of lessons for candidates, their staff, and voters.

By Will Munsil | March 21, 2010

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Letters to the Editor — March 22

I cannot walk out to the street after class or before because I use the disability cart to get to my classes because of my knees. Although if you do make designated areas, one nice place would be near the MU across from Student Services where there are benches and trees.

By Letters | March 21, 2010

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Firing teachers won’t fix slumping education system

Slumping education has hit us locally and nationally, and teachers’ unions are fighting over tenure. Firing bad teachers can help, but it’s not the most important thing.

By Jack Fitzpatrick | March 21, 2010

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Boos & Bravos: March 11

Boo to the massive tuition increases approved yesterday by the Arizona Board of Regents and to the lack of effort to stop them.

By Editorial Board | March 11, 2010

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Tuition protest faltered, ignored real culprits

A rowdy student protest that ended up at ASU President Michael Crow’s office door does not address the problem of tuition hikes and the ever-dwindling college student’s bank fund.

By Andrew Hedlund | March 11, 2010

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Sending Post Office away would be troubling for US

The Post Office is reporting a record deficit of $7 billion this fiscal year. Many have called for the Post Office to be privatized, but prices would sky rocket and service would decrease.

By Max Feldhake | March 11, 2010

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Cause of Nigerian conflict still in question

Last week, violence struck Nigeria again. Hundreds of people were slaughtered, and it opened the door for questions about the reasons behind the ongoing conflict between Nigeria’s major ethnic groups.

By Austin Yost | March 11, 2010

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Student, MDA collaboration puts education in action

An entertainment industries course with Kevin Sandler at ASU recently paired up with the Muscular Dystrophy Association to update its brand image.

By Megan Mattox | March 11, 2010

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