Opinion

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Opinion: Soundtracks are the key to a quality movie in the 21st century

Why movie soundtracks are the key to a memorable and quality film experience.

By Andrew Dirst | June 15, 2024

State Press Play: Times are Changing

Join hosts Tyler Abrams and Abby Bessinger for the last State Press Play of the semester. Tune in to hear about the changing times as an abortion ban from 1864 resurfaces, Devilpalooza moves to a different venue and the Coyotes announce their move to Utah. New episodes will begin again in Fall 2024!

By Tyler Abrams and Abby Bessinger | April 21, 2024