Opinion

Insight Gallery: From preseason underdogs to conference champions

The State Press covered the Sun Devils from Atlanta to Arizona as the team defied expectations and rose from the bottom to the top of the Big 12 Conference.

| December 9, 2024

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Review: 'Y2K' is an unhinged blast from the past bringing the millennial nightmare to life

The anticipated film is likely to be a hit with nostalgia-consumed Gen Z.

By Jazlyn Gonzales | December 6, 2024

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State Press, wrapped: Top 5 reporter Spotify Wrappeds

The brightest minds in arts and culture journalism get their tastes harshly ranked by their tyrannical editor. 

By Andrew Dirst | December 4, 2024

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Cartoon: Opinionated illustrations surrounding the 2024 election

Opinionated political cartoons based on the 2024 presidential election.

By Morgan Kubasko | November 22, 2024

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'Gladiator II' is a gory epic that fails where 'Gladiator' succeeded

"Gladiator II" is a brutal, adrenaline-filled epic that does not meet the quality of its predecessor, but it is still a rewarding experience. 

By George Headley | November 22, 2024

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Review: 'Melania' is a look into the extravagant life of the woman herself, not just the persona

The New York Times Best-Selling book showcases the complicated person that Melania really is. 

By Emma Bradford | November 21, 2024

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Opinion: Meal swipes are out, M&G is in

How eliminating meal swipes would benefit students will food allergies.

By Audrey Lippert | November 13, 2024

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Opinion: ASU should excuse classes on Election Day to encourage civic engagement

Excusing ASU classes on Election Day would boost student civic engagement, help voter turnout and foster lifelong democratic participation among young voters.

By Emra Muslim | November 5, 2024

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Sticking to Democracy: The top five 2024 'I voted' stickers for Maricopa County

Your meticulous guide to the best stickers you can find in Maricopa County ... and maybe beyond.

By Senna James and Natalia Jarrett | November 5, 2024

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Opinion: Look beyond persona and party, the country depends on it

Voter education is more important than ever. 

By Natalia Rodriguez | October 30, 2024

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State Press'd for Opinions: The 2024 Election

We invite all members of the ASU community to take this poll: this month's topic — the 2024 Election.

By Paul Pascual | October 29, 2024

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Review: 'Anora' dazzles audiences with thrills and rhinestones

The film, starring Mikey Madison and directed by Sean Baker, will be in theaters nationally on Nov. 1.

By Natalia Jarrett | October 29, 2024

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Opinion: On-campus housing is becoming more dangerous, the University should do better

On-campus residents have more to worry about as campus safety alerts increase.

By Emma Bradford | October 28, 2024

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Review: 'Piece by Piece' is a refreshing take on the musician biopic genre

The Lego "bio-brick" of Pharrell Williams is a refreshing, entertaining take on the genre.

By Matthew Marengo | October 28, 2024

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Opinion: Greek Life at ASU is distant from actual Greek values and standards

The meaning of the actual Greek values is more than what it is represented by the Greek life at ASU.

By Dimitra Manatou | October 24, 2024

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Review: 'Smile 2' is fun, but a similar take on the original horror film

As the smile curse continues to spread, Naomi Scott must face her trauma to successfully stop the curse.

By Gokul Achaththekoot | October 18, 2024

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Review: 'We Live in Time' is an honest and hopeful ode to family and passion

Florence Pugh and Andrew Garfield deliver strong performances in the highly anticipated A24 film. 

By Andrew Dirst | October 17, 2024

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Opinion: The romance in rom-coms is gone — and online dating is to blame

Why viewers find themselves gravitating toward decades-old romance films.

By Jazlyn Gonzales | October 3, 2024

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Opinion: Luck, not Leavitt, explains ASU football success

ASU football is 3-0 for the first time since 2019 but the team's undefeated record is thanks to weak opponents, not a team ready for the Big 12.

By Jack Barron | September 18, 2024

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Opinion: McCain made a career in public service, modern Republicans only serve themselves

Sen. John McCain put his country first, in stark contrast to Republicans today.

By Morgan Kubasko | September 17, 2024

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