Politics

ASU public policy experts address low voter participation 'crisis'

In recent elections, people have simply chosen not to cast their vote, leading to what experts call a local and nationwide crisis.

By Mackenzie Shuman | August 28, 2018

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Primaries are tomorrow: Your guide on who's running for office near ASU

Here's a rundown of Arizona candidates' positions on key issues for Tuesday's primary.

By Isaac Windes | August 27, 2018

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The Arizona sun sets on one of its most formidable voices

Arizona Senator John McCain leaves a legacy of public service, bipartisanship and civility at ASU and the whole state of Arizona.

By Isaac Windes | August 26, 2018

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Letter to the Editor: The college vote is key to progressive victories in November

The success of progressive causes this election season depends on youth voter turnout. 

By Nicolette Del Palacio | August 26, 2018

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Sen. John McCain, Arizona's 'maverick,' dies at 81

Arizona Senator John McCain died Saturday, a day after he announced that he would stop seeking treatment for a brain tumor.

By Isaac Windes | August 25, 2018

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John McCain ends brain cancer treatment effective Friday

McCain's family announced the Arizona Senator is ending treatment for glioblastoma, an aggressive brain cancer. 

By Mackenzie Shuman | August 24, 2018

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Former McCain Institute employee accused of sexual assault, suspended from CNN

CNN commentator Paris Dennard was suspended after the Washington Post uncovered he was fired from ASU for sexual misconduct allegations in 2015.

By Isaac Windes | August 23, 2018

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What brought protestors to Tempe's Original ChopShop?

Republican protesters shouted chants on the Tempe sidewalk as billionaire Tom Steyer spoke to progressive organizers. 

By Chris Scragg | August 18, 2018

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How much more will ASU build in the next three years?

ASU to add new research laboratories, parking structures and dorm renovations.

By Parker Shea | August 9, 2018

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Lawrence Krauss replaced as director of The Origins Project

School of Earth and Space Exploration Director Lindy Elkins-Tanton to step in as new director 

By Parker Shea | August 2, 2018

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Students and politicians petition Jeff Flake to overturn 'global gag rule' on reproductive health NGOs

ASU students and state legislators gathered Friday in front of Senator Flake’s office to protest the Trump administration’s ‘global gag rule’ against family planning and reproductive aid NGOs. 

By Parker Shea | July 20, 2018

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Anderson Cooper to be awarded the 35th Walter Cronkite Award for Excellence in Journalism

Emmy award winning anchor Anderson Cooper will receive the Walter Cronkite Award for Excellence in Journalism this fall. 

By Jessica Myers | July 17, 2018

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The attorney general against Tempe over property taxes: What happened?

The City of Tempe and Attorney General Mark Brnovich settled out of court a lawsuit over property taxes. What started this issue, and what does the settlement mean?

By Parker Shea | July 7, 2018

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ASU officials discuss harmful effects on children detained at the US-Mexico border

Even if children and parents are kept together at the border, ASU researchers say it still causes psychological and physical stress. 

By Jessica Myers | July 3, 2018

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Attorney General Brnovich and City of Tempe settle lawsuit over property taxes

Attorney General Mark Brnovich and the City of Tempe have settled a lawsuit alleging the illegal use of a property tax loophole. 

By Parker Shea | June 26, 2018

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Tempe looks to regulate dockless bike-sharing

 The City of Tempe has received complaints from some residents about the bikes. 

By Parker Shea | June 13, 2018

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President Crow getting salary increase, votes Arizona Board of Regents

All three Arizona public university presidents received base salary increases in a new ABOR decision.

By Parker Shea | June 1, 2018

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Self-driving Uber vehicle that struck woman in Tempe was not programmed to brake

A federal report found that the system relied on the driver, who was distracted, to apply the brake.

By Parker Shea | June 1, 2018

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Autonomous weapons and racist computers

Highlights from the Sixth Annual Conference on Governance of Emerging Technologies & Science (GETS). 

By Parker Shea | May 21, 2018

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Politics Weekly Roundup: From deferred maintenance to emergency preparedness

This week, reporters learned how ASU responds to a school shooting and why the University is lagging on maintenance requests.

By Andrew Nicla | April 26, 2018

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