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Tight budget could split parties in 2008
Entering a presidential election year with a potential for splits, spats and solutions, the Arizona Legislature faces a troublesome session that one lobbyist summed up in three words: budget, budget,... […]
Presidential nominees will sway AZ elections
Whoever wins the Democratic and Republican nomination for president will have an impact on Arizona elections this year, experts say.ASU Professor Bruce Merrill, a prominent pollster, observes that President Bush... […]
AGs push for increased safety on Myspace.com
Terry Goddard and 49 other attorneys general have entered into an agreement with social networking giant Myspace.com to continue the push for enhanced safety measures meant to protect children from... […]
Freshmen lawmakers, especially Dems, face struggle to get noticed
Legislative process often not what they imagined
Gov. tells lawmakers to focus on future, not budget cuts
Napolitano proposes tuition solutions; lawmakers skeptical
Democrats finding an open door to business community
Republicans tasked with repairing damaged relationship with former allies
Sen. Waring introduces bill to ban officials from questionable ads
A state senator is pursuing legislation that would ban the use of public money for commercials starring elected officials, questioning the advertisements’ effectiveness and the legitimacy of the practice.Sen. Jim... […]
Clinton supporters feel betrayed by Obama endorsement
Arizona began looking like a much friendlier place for Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama after Gov. Janet Napolitano endorsed him last week. Many political experts say the endorsement could push... […]
Property tax a small burden considering the size of the budget deficit
How much is the future of Arizona worth to you? If you’re state Sen. Jim Waring or House Speaker James Weiers, not much.On Wednesday, the two held a press conference... […]
Bee says he can balance congressional bid and job in Legislature
The Republicans’ highest-ranking Senate official said he can juggle between his legislative work and the demands of a congressional campaign, and vowed to maintain cooperation with Democrats in tackling the... […]
Hugs and kisses likely to fade from Legislature
Budget deficit likely to pit lawmakers against each other
Top 10 issues
EducationThe issue:An economic picture that seems to be getting worse at every turn means lawmakers will feel increased pressure to cut spending wherever they can. And while funding of Arizona... […]
