Opinion

Basketball is overtaking football as the king of sports in the U.S.

The NFL's identity crisis is a dream come true for basketball.

By Jacob Sloan | November 28, 2017

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ASU men’s basketball will make a deep NCAA tournament run

A hot start to the season has ASU in a position to be one of the best teams in the Pac-12.

By Paul Slobodzian | November 27, 2017

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Charlie Rose’s actions do not reflect excellence in journalism

Rose isn’t who we thought he was when he was awarded in 2015. 

By State Press Editorial Board | November 21, 2017

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CTE will be the end of football

CTE could bring an end to football, and ASU could be right in the mix.

By Paul Slobodzian | November 21, 2017

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Sororities are plagued by inaccurate stereotypes

These organizations are a great way for women to become empowered and get involved on college campuses.

By Adrienne Dunn | November 20, 2017

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It's time for Todd Graham to go

A fresh face at the head coaching position is needed for ASU football.

By Koki Riley | November 20, 2017

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Seasonal Affective Disorder needs more attention, even in Arizona

 Seasonal Affective Disorder is more than just the average "winter blues." 

By Heather Cumberledge | November 20, 2017

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The issue of gun control is not black and white

The issue of gun violence is far from a clear solution.

By Karishma Albal | November 19, 2017

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De'Quon Lake will be ASU basketball's top contributor this season

Junior transfer De'Quon Lake is turning heads in Tempe, but his rise to the top started long before that.

By Jacob Sloan | November 16, 2017

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The wage gap exists because women are discouraged from higher-paying careers

The stereotypes girls are exposed to from a young age form the foundation for a lifetime of lower pay.

By Karishma Albal | November 16, 2017

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Climate change needs a solution, not a debate

Sustainability initiatives, such as the ones taken by ASU, are far more important than debating or refuting human involvement in climate change.

By Karishma Albal | November 16, 2017

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Arizona needs firmer distracted driving legislation

Arizona lawmakers should be focusing on new laws to prevent distracted driving.

By Nina Plunkett | November 16, 2017

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Students need to take part in ASU's sustainability initiatives

Students should take an active role in ASU's sustainability initiatives. 

By Adrienne Dunn | November 15, 2017

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Politically-motivated students should get involved in the 2018 Senate race

The 2018 Arizona Senate campaign holds significant weight for students' futures.

By Anne Snyder | November 15, 2017

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EDM is not drug music

EDM is labeled as drug music under false pretenses.

By Trwska Kallye | November 14, 2017

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Students should pursue their creative passions, lucrative or not

Students should be encouraged to pursue their creative passions.

By Trwska Kallye | November 14, 2017

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Phoenix is not the place to be for seasoned sports fans

Being a sports fan is great, unless you're from or live in Arizona.

By Paul Slobodzian | November 13, 2017

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ASU dining halls are driving students to make unhealthy choices

Sun Devil dining halls are so unappetizing that students are beginning to turn to fast food.

By Jessica Ferrigno | November 13, 2017

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Abstinence-only education follows students into college

Adolescents who did not receive comprehensive sex education in high school are taught how to stay safe in college.

By Karishma Albal | November 12, 2017

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Overprescription is the root of the opioid crisis

Young adults should be aware of the ongoing opioid crisis as well as their personal susceptibility to it.

By Karishma Albal | November 9, 2017

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