Opinion

Opinion: Shock-value misogyny like Andrew Tate's becoming increasingly disturbing

The shock-value misogyny displayed by social media personalities like Andrew Tate has real-life consequences and shouldn't be taken lightly.

By Haleigh Branstetter | November 15, 2022

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Satire: Yeah, we're definitely a dry campus

It’s time to look around and finally stare the problem in the face, because right now all we have are students quietly developing addictions.

By Claire Geare | November 14, 2022

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Opinion: Student loan forgiveness is a good thing

Student loan debt relief is a useful resource for many students, regardless of what the GOP says.

By Haleigh Branstetter | November 10, 2022

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Opinion: Arizona's water crisis needs more political attention

Drought conditions and water cuts are actively heightening Arizona's water crisis, and Arizona politicians need to prioritize this issue. 

By Mia Osmonbekov | November 7, 2022

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Opinion: ASU must do more to fight voter suppression and intimidation

Ballot drop box monitors in Maricopa County lead to intimidation and suppression of voters. ASU needs to do more to combat it.

By Aaron Stigile | November 7, 2022

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Guest column: When voting, we need to look long-term

We need elected leaders who care about the future of the state and are willing to act now.

By Peter Schlosser | November 7, 2022

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Guest column: Politicians should lead forward through humility

The leaders of this state must be able to lead past today's challenges and lean into tomorrow's possibilities.

By Ebony Anderson | November 7, 2022

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Satire: Can we stop talking about politics?

As a white, middle-class, documented owner of a trust fund, I just don't feel like my vote matters anymore.

By Claire Geare | November 7, 2022

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Opinion: ASU should not collectively charge residents in student housing for damages

Tooker House residents should not have to collectively pay for damages to the dorm building when ASU has neglected its students and dorm buildings. 

By Aaron Stigile | November 2, 2022

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Satire: Floods and flames projected in this week's weather report

For the average non-billionaire-oil-tycoon citizen, staying informed, voting wisely and holding companies accountable are ways we can make a difference. 

By Claire Geare | October 31, 2022

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Opinion: In a post-Roe landscape, ASU needs to make resources more accessible

ASU needs to better advertise and expand access to reproductive health care resources in order to adequately serve and protect students. 

By Mia Osmonbekov | October 27, 2022

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Opinion: Amidst protests in Iran, ASU needs to officially condemn the regime

In the wake of the situation in Iran, ASU needs to stand on the right side of history and condemn the Iranian regime.

By Mia Osmonbekov | October 26, 2022

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Opinion: Arizona voters should oppose anti-democratic candidates and propositions

Arizona votes should strongly oppose anti-democratic candidates and propositions in the upcoming midterm elections, as they pose an extreme danger to democratic processes. 

By Aaron Stigile | October 26, 2022

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Opinion: The political splendor of the Lake campaign continues to grow amid Arizona PBS debate controversy

The recent Arizona PBS controversy shines light on the rise of political sensationalism, even in local politics, and the importance of voters focusing on what truly matters.

By Haleigh Branstetter | October 26, 2022

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Opinion: ASU Counseling Services won't help your seasonal depression

ASU Counseling Services should focus on improving their free services. Instead, they remain consistent with poor advice and scheduling issues. 

By Drew Stanek | October 26, 2022

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Satire: We live in a Sun Devil-themed utopia

The students at ASU live in a bubble a culturally diverse, inclusive and academically challenging bubble, but a bubble nonetheless.

By Claire Geare | October 25, 2022

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Opinion: Too much emphasis is placed on binary politics

When voting this November, it's essential to look beyond party labels and vote for the candidate that will serve the community best.

By Zach Bradshaw | October 25, 2022

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Opinion: Advocacy and awareness of cold cases give families hope

There must be more that can be done than waiting for that one-in-a-million chance of a witness coming forward after years of silence in cold cases.

By James Doyle Brown Jr. | October 19, 2022

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Opinion: Arizona Democratic candidates' contradictions create vulnerability

Voters should look to Mark Kelly and Katie Hobbs over their right-wing opponents, but more radical left-wing politics are needed to defeat authoritarianism. 

By Aaron Stigile | October 18, 2022

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Opinion: ASU can support youth facing parental incarceration by expanding financial options

ASU should expand scholarship options for students affected by parental incarceration and other adversities.

By Haleigh Branstetter | October 17, 2022

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