Recent Articles from Joey Chenoweth
Wild horse decisions should be led by science
Karen Schutte’s recent Arizona Capitol Times op-ed, “Arizona Should Not Manage Wild Horses by Straw Poll,” raises an important question that deserves serious consideration: How should public agencies establish population targets for free-roaming wildlife?
Lawmakers debate election security, voter confidence
Lawmakers and election administrators debated voter access and election confidence in Chicago, as disputes over proof of citizenship requirements continue to divide states.
Judge says anti-union ballot item unconstitutional
A Maricopa County Superior Court judge ruled Tuesday that Proposition 143, a Republican-backed ballot measure targeting public employee unions, is unconstitutional and cannot appear on Arizona's November ballot.
DEI restrictions can go on the Arizona ballot, judge rules
A Maricopa County Superior Court judge said this week Arizona voters can decide the fate of Proposition 142, which aims to eliminate DEI requirements from public job postings.
Arizona Prop. 314 remains in effect after ruling
A judge is allowing Arizona’s new voter-approved law allowing the state’s police more immigration enforcement authority to remain in effect.
Judge allows comprehensive election measure to proceed
Arizona voters can be asked to decide on sweeping proposed changes in state election laws in a single take-it-or-leave-it ballot measure, a Maricopa County Superior Court judge has ruled.
Arizona built the Fabs – now let’s build the supply chains
When Congress passed the CHIPS and Science Act, it recognized a simple truth: the United States had become too dependent on overseas manufacturing for one of the world's most strategic technologies.
The most competitive governor’s races of 2026
In an age of hyperpartisan politics, governors stand apart. Voters see them differently than they view federal candidates: Your governor fixes roads and bridges, funds your local public school, handles issues that don’t break down along the neat lines of party preference.
Let’s protect American breweries
For years, I’ve been fortunate enough to own and operate the Sunrise Market in Phoenix. As a store owner, I keep a close eye on what products my customers gravitate toward. When it comes to beer, Sunrise shoppers often tell me they love our selection of small, independent, American-made craft beers. These are our best sellers by a wide margin. That’s why I’m gravely concerned about the press[...]
7 govs have banned state employees from prediction market wagering
At least seven governors have banned state employees from using insider information to place bets, as questions around ethics and insider trading continue to hound prediction market operators.
Legislative roundup: Where the closest primaries stand
Several key legislative primaries remained undecided Tuesday night as candidates in competitive districts vied for spots on the November ballot that will decide the Arizona Legislature’s balance of power.

















