Politics

USG-Tempe announces funding cuts, student leaders voice underlying issues

USG-Tempe cut funding for the rest of the school year, leaving student organizations to find alternative funding methods. 

By Katrina Michalak | March 31, 2025

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The two tickets for USG-P debate ahead of 2025 Election Day

The Shreya and Gowda tickets presented their campaigns at the Undergraduate Student Government Polytechnic executive debate.

By Emma Bradford | March 31, 2025

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Students and local businesses prepare for a cost influx from tariffs

Students and business owners reflect on new tariffs put in place by the federal government.

By Natalia Rodriguez and Ellis Preston | March 31, 2025

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BREAKING: Tempe city council candidate condemned by students after controversial posts surfaced

A Tempe city council candidate running on a progressive platform is being condemned by student groups after Truth Social posts resurfaced. 

By George Headley | March 28, 2025

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Meet the two tickets for the 2025 USG-WV presidential election

The Undergraduate Student Government West Valley will vote for its executive ticket from April 1-2.

By Valeria Cruz Butrón | March 27, 2025

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USG West Valley executive candidates debate inclusion, CRU tabling and more

Sedra Shahin and Joshua Cole are leading executive tickets to head USG West Valley for the 2024-25 school year.

By Carsten Oyer | March 27, 2025

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Meet the two tickets for the 2025 USG-P presidential election

Executive ticket members for USG-P elections discuss their platforms for the upcoming 2025-2026 school year.

By Emma Bradford | March 27, 2025

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USG Tempe hosts executive ticket debate, candidates face off on key campus issues

Student candidates debated key issues between the University and the Undergraduate Student Government. 

By Sam Luba and Sophia Browder | March 26, 2025

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Meet the five candidates for the 2025 USG-T presidential election

The Undergraduate Student Government Tempe will host elections from April 1-2.

By Sam Luba and Sophia Browder | March 26, 2025

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American dreaming: Rise of traditionalism among Gen Z reflects subconscious desires

Online trends among Gen Z display the generation's hopes and fears. 

By Jazlyn Gonzales | March 26, 2025

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Crow says 80 ASU projects were canceled by federal administration at Tempe student forum

University President Michael Crow addresses key student questions in the Tempe forum.

By Cristina Robles-Ruiz | March 25, 2025

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Misinformation behind the medicine: Opposing views on health care and policy

Misinformation guiding government programs may lead to less healthy lifestyles and less funding for research and health care. 

By Pippa Fung | March 24, 2025

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'They can be defeated': Bernie and AOC stop in Tempe for 'Fighting Oligarchy Tour'

The "Fighting Oligarchy Tour" stopped at Mullett Arena with Bernie Sanders and special guest Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. 

By Alysa Horton | March 21, 2025

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Behind the scenes of USG: How ASU's student government serves you

The Undergraduate Student Government's role in campus life, providing resources and enhancing the student experience. 

By Natalia Rodriguez | March 20, 2025

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Students argue against changes to LGBTQ+ resources, administrators defend

Students are challenging the University's claim that the relocation of pages for LGBTQ+ community resources is solely to "condense and reorganize" ASU websites.

By Pippa Fung and Carsten Oyer | March 19, 2025

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YDSA at ASU launches 'Sanctuary Campuses' campaign to push for student protections

YDSA at ASU passed a unanimous vote to implement their "Sanctuary Campuses" campaign, to make University campuses safer for students. 

By Sam Luba and Valeria Cruz Butrón | March 19, 2025

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Community input shapes the plan to preserve 'A' Mountain and Papago Park

Tempe's new Hayden Butte and Papago Park Preserve Management Plan will shape the way the city preserves and cares for the areas.

By Cristina Robles-Ruiz | March 18, 2025

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Gender-defining legislation moves through AZ House, prompts concern from community

Students and faculty express concern regarding proposed Arizona legislation strictly defining gender.

By Sam Luba | March 17, 2025

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Satire: Nickelodeon replaces AP in White House press pool

The White House hires Dora the Explorer to ask important people the tough questions.

By Carsten Oyer | March 13, 2025

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Michael Crow speaks on CRU at ASU, science funding, inclusivity, men's basketball

The University president discusses government impacts, basketball, housing access and more.  

By Sophia Braccio | March 6, 2025

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