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Campaigns were windfall for TV
USA Todayhas reported media outlets will book more than $3.1 billion in ad revenue from candidates. A spokesman for a media research firm said the reason for the jump in... […]
Weiers retains top spot; Bee picked as Senate president replacing the term-limited Bennett
Arizona’s House Republicans have chosen to keep House Speaker Jim Weiers in the chamber’s top leadership post for the next two years starting in January, while GOP senators elected Tucson... […]
Governor: Voters are opting for checks and balances in state government
Governor Napolitano says Arizona voters want their elected leaders to work together and that her “resounding victory” means the Republican-led Legislature should help her achieve her agenda. “It’s time for... […]
Top independent expenditure groups active in Arizona
The following is a list of independent expenditure groups and political action committees that have reported spending solely to influence candidate campaigns during the 2006 election cycle, as reported to... […]
English language learners case began in 1992, continues today
1996: Tim Hogan of the Arizona Center for Law in the Public Interest enters the fray, joining the case as a co-counsel for the plaintiffs. In 2000, he will take... […]
Democrats post gains in state legislatures, governors
Democrats posted big gains Nov. 7, nearly doubling the number of states where they control both the legislature and the governor’s office as well as sweeping to power in the... […]
GOP edge frays
Going into the midterm elections, Republicans had a 28-to-22 advantage in governors. That number has now flipped. GOP governors hold on For the Republicans, the following retained their seats: •... […]
minority leader
With their numbers bolstered after the elections earlier this month, Democrats in the House of Representatives voted Nov. 9 to retain Phil Lopes as minority leader. (Senate Democratic leadership will... […]
Gaining ground?
Arizona a blue state? Not yet. One policy watcher said it’s more like plaid. In Arizona, Democratic Governor Napolitano won re-election with 62 percent of the vote. Here’s the breakdown:... […]
Lawmakers mourned this year
Sen. Jarrett remembered for forest, justice court legislation Senate president pro tem Marilyn Jarrett suffered a stroke in her office March 9. The 67-year-old Republican from Mesa, known for her... […]
Those remembered at the Capitol
Here’s a partial list of those who have lain in repose* at the state Capitol. Governor Joseph H. Kibbey 1924 Governor George W. P. Hunt 1934 Governor Benjamin B. Moeur... […]
Who runs Clean Elections?
Citizens Clean Elections Commission members are responsible for implementing the Clean Elections Act, enforcing its provisions, creating commission rules for candidates to abide by, and attending monthly meetings. The Clean... […]
