Opinion

Gentrification: Yep, it's still happening

If it is not struck down, SB1072 will be the final nail in Tempe's gentrified coffin.

By Editorial Board | February 23, 2015

Firearms not a solution for sexual assault

Using sexual assault prevention as a vehicle to allow guns on campus is ridiculous. If sexual assault is going to be brought up in Legislature, let it be alongside a plan to stop it completely.

By Sydney Maki | February 23, 2015

Greece needs to say 'Goodbye, Eurozone!'

There is no doubt that leaving the Eurozone will be both difficult and devastating, but it is necessary.

By Noah Smith | February 23, 2015

New Year, but no new you

Why we always fall short on our New Year's resolutions and why we should get back to that excitement.

By Yesenia Brewster | February 23, 2015

Let's put the word 'whore' to bed

Amber Rose and Khloé Kardashian need to be adults and stop calling each other names, for the sake of women everywhere.

By Allie Bice | February 22, 2015

Boos & Bravos: Feb 19

Bravo to the newest post-humous Dr. Suess book, but boo to accidents caused by bra holsters.

By Editorial Board | February 19, 2015

The Congressional Republican majority is struggling

Despite John Boehner's promise after the midterm elections, the new Republican majority in Congress is failing to put forth or pass important legislation.

By Zach Josephson | February 19, 2015

Sharing is caring: Obama's new cyber security executive order

Recent cyber crime and cyber attacks have led to an executive order by President Barack Obama ordering information sharing. Here's why that's a good thing.

By Jordan Brunner | February 19, 2015

Proposed bicycle law lacks grip, stuck in wrong gear

The answer to solving crime does not always lie in over-criminalization. By fostering awareness and proper bike ownership courtesies, ASU students and locals will be able to combat bike theft more effectively than law enforcement.

By Editorial Board | February 18, 2015

Staring into someone's eyes for four whole minutes (and the 36 preceding questions) won't guarantee love

The recent interest in a relationship study featured in a "Modern Love" column has been piqued thanks to the wrong assumptions.

By Kayla Chan | February 18, 2015

Oklahoma, where ign'ance comes sweepin' down the plain

It’s time for the education debate to graduate to a higher level.

By Harrison Finzel | February 18, 2015

The United States' addiction to overmedication

It’s more profitable to treat a disease than it is to cure one.

By Derrik Rochwalik | February 18, 2015

Medical amnesty: a long overdue protection of students

In pushing to enact Medical Amnesty initiatives, USG is taking a realistic look at college life and promoting legislation that protects students.

By Connor Murphy | February 17, 2015

Three cheers for Sen. Kelli Ward

Concern for the safety of Arizona drivers is legitimate, but photo radar is not the solution.

By Joan Lebeau | February 17, 2015

We can't blame religion for terrorism

The villains of the world are not picky. For sadistic mass murderers and antebellum slaveholders alike, any god will do.

By Harper Neidig | February 17, 2015

Editorial cartoon by Kelcie Grega/The State Press

Diane Douglas’ childish antics overshadow important school issues

It’s unfortunate that we live in a state where petty rivalries between same-party office holders are more important than handling hard-hitting issues, but unfortunately, that’s the hand that’s been dealt to the Grand Canyon State.

By Editorial Board | February 16, 2015

Why subminimum wage is still a problem

The Fair Wages for Workers with Disabilities Act is a great way to solve the problems of the FLSA, but Congress must first give it a chance in this new session if U.S. citizens with disabilities hope to have any chances at protection from subminimum wage.

By Noah Smith | February 16, 2015