Opinion

Ducey inherits mixed education legacy, unlikely to enact needed reforms

Gov. Ducey and the state Legislature must enact substantial appropriations increases, as other states with more successful public education systems have done.

By Connor Murphy | January 13, 2015

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Minimum wage creates cycle of debt

While politicians and older generations continue to suggest getting a job to pay the way through school, perhaps they should ensure that those working receive the money they rightly deserve.

By Alec Grafil | January 13, 2015

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Congress should act to fix roads

With gas prices currently so low, Congress has a perfect opportunity to slightly increase the federal gas tax in a way that would provide necessary funding for the nation's crumbling roads.

By Zach Josephson | January 13, 2015

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Ducey sprinkles talking points, skimps on substance

Doug Ducey continues to be a real vanilla man — unable to take risks, capitalize on tough issues or show any signs of breaking from Arizona’s current status quo.

By Editorial Board | January 12, 2015

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Immunization: science that must be trusted

We must put our trust in the very science and advancement in which we pride ourselves and immunize our children.

By Olivia Richard | January 12, 2015

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Civic education vital for school-age children

Arizona Senate Bill 1029 might not be the ultimate solution, but it is a step in the right direction towards fixing voter apathy in the state of Arizona.

By Noah Smith | January 12, 2015

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Je Suis Charlie? What we’re missing

"Je Suis Charlie" has become a rallying cry for those mourning the deaths of 12 French journalists. Here’s why the response may be missing something.

By Jordan Brunner | January 11, 2015

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Consent and Respect education won't change rape culture at ASU

The required Consent and Respect course is a feeble and misguided attempt to educate the ASU population about sexual assault.

By Nicole Tyau | January 11, 2015

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Books: an unwavering adoration

Despite the perception of young adults favoring technology, statistics show they still enjoy a good printed copy, proving books will be around for awhile.

By Desiree Pharias | January 11, 2015

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POINT: Doug Ducey can make this century Arizona’s greatest

If Ducey uses the tools and resources he has to the best of his advantage and to the advantage of all other Arizonans, focusing on duty, reality, and arithmetic as he promised, Arizona’s new century will indeed be its greatest.

By Jordan Brunner | January 6, 2015

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COUNTERPOINT: Ducey's administration will be a continuation of Brewer's

As Gov. Doug Ducey takes office, his inauguration represents a continuation of the past administration's failed policies and a potential reversal of its most successful ones. In 2000, voters passed Proposition 301, which mandated that school funding be annually adjusted for inflation.

By Zach Josephson | January 6, 2015

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Boos & Bravos: Dec. 4

Bravo to Psy for truly breaking the internet, but boo to 'Terminator: Genysis' for confusing us.

By Editorial Board | December 5, 2014

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A look back at fall 2014 at ASU

Here are some of the main things that we think defined fall 2014 at ASU.

By Editorial Board | December 4, 2014

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It's time to put on that uniform

Everyone needs to work customer service once in their life, the set of life skills you will develop will make it worth the pain.

By Desiree Pharias | December 4, 2014

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Private drone market threatens our privacy

The use of drones shouldn’t be terminated, but strictly regulated for the average Joe.

By Becca Smouse | December 4, 2014

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Criticizing Barrett students unfair

An instilled sense of separation ironically exists between the student population of higher education institution that prides itself on being 'One University.'

By Sydney Maki | December 4, 2014

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TIME Person of the Year honor far too broad

The range of individuals has no bounds and the different contestants are often incomparable.

By Kayla Chan | December 3, 2014

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Roberto Bolaños proved value of clean humor

The clean humor he incorporated into his many works is what made him transcend generational gaps.

By Taylette Nunez | December 3, 2014

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COUNTERPOINT: New Star Wars trailer— “It's a trap!”

Episode VII has stirred emotions across the Internet, but it's much too early to declare it a fan favorite because of a few glaring departures from traditional Star Wars lore.

By Stefan Modrich | December 2, 2014

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POINT: 'Star Wars: Episode VII — The Force Awakens' will create new generation of fans

Directed by J.J. Abrams, the seventh installment of "Star Wars" will bring nostalgia to long-time fans and excitement to the new ones.

By Ryan Clarke | December 2, 2014

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