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Kalivianakis: Aggressive politics are infecting our …

5/14/2024
Most people enjoy the simple, friendly, neighborhood charm that comes with living in a small town. Part of the appeal is that small-town governments …

Muha: May 7 meeting new low for Peoria mayor, city …

5/14/2024
The meeting of May 7 hit a new low for providing information, scheduling topics and listening to Peoria residents.

Silverstein: Carbon credit market gets a reset

5/14/2024
Those who oversee the voluntary carbon markets say they have gotten the message loud and clear — to rid the landscape of greenwashing and help people understand what makes a good carbon offset …

Dime: Democracy is at stake in the 2024 election

5/14/2024
A 300-word letter must quickly make a point, leaving no room for elaboration or counterpoints. The long list of political failures from Bidenomics to withholding congressionally approved support …

Sanor: Voters should have choices on abortion rights

5/13/2024
Arizona Democrats delivered on the one thing Republicans promised to never do — repeal the 1864 abortion ban. During the weeks Democrats fought tirelessly to win the repeal, Arizona Republicans …

Hansen: Lesko should follow DOD on climate change

5/13/2024
Rep. Debbie Lesko, R-Ariz., justifies the need for her Hands Off Our Home Appliances Act by asserting: “No government bureaucrat should ever scheme to take away Americans’ appliances in …

Lundin: Stay on the sunny side

5/13/2024
My goodness, we have had a wonderful Arizona spring. We live in a town that for decades has been a model of decency and common sense.   Let's join together in resolving to not …

Speak Up: Governments, Organizations Stepping Up to …

5/13/2024
Homelessness is an ongoing issue in the state and around the country. As the number of unhoused individuals rises, government and nonprofit organizations continue to assist those impacted — with the help of federal funding.

Martinez: Protesters bring reminders of Israel-Hamas …

5/13/2024
The recent remarks from President Joseph Biden on colleges protesters seem more than good enough. After all, he supports the rule of law and condemns the clearly commendable, like antisemitism and …

Sacco: Celebrating National Travel and Tourism Week

5/13/2024
National Travel and Tourism Week will be celebrated May 19-25 this year. The week spotlights travel’s essential role in stimulating economic growth, cultivating vibrant communities, creating …

Koch: Bad legislation on drones is flying under the …

5/10/2024
“Is this good policy?” “Or is this merely a political maneuver cloaked as such?” These are questions I ask when reviewing a policy proposal.

Speak up: Arizona GOP looks to send border enforcement …

5/10/2024
Rejecting claims it will lead to racial profiling, House and Senate panels dominated by Republicans on Wednesday were moving to ask voters to let state and local police arrest some people not in the country legally.