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CD1 candidates put up big numbers, but Kirkpatrick still dominating
In the race to represent Arizona’s 1st Congressional District, former Democratic Rep. Ann Kirkpatrick and Republican Jonathan Paton boasted their best, and somewhat comparable, fundraising quarters.
Quayle tops Schweikert with huge fundraising quarter
Congressman Ben Quayle had a commanding second quarter, raising nearly twice as much as fellow Republican incumbent David Schweikert.
McCain backs Quayle over Schweikert
U.S. Sen. John McCain is endorsing U.S. Rep. Ben Quayle in his campaign against fellow Republican Congressman David Schweikert, according to the Schweikert campaign.
Kyl, McCain warn that Cardon could hurt GOP’s chances in November
Arizona’s two longtime U.S. senators lambasted political newcomer Wil Cardon for what they described as inaccurate attack ads that they say will hurt Republican frontrunner Jeff Flake’s chances against a formidable Democratic opponent in the race for an open Senate seat in November.
Open primary foes organizing, but money is biggest hurdle
The Open Government Committee has had the campaign trail all to itself for the past year as it collected signatures and spread the word about the “top-two” primary election system it hopes to create in Arizona.
New Arizona voter registration figures show Republican gains in key races
New voter registration figures show that although both major parties continue to lose numbers to independent voters, some of the most competitive upcoming elections may favor Republican candidates more than previously thought.
Carmona raises $1.1M in 2nd quarter
Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Richard Carmona has raised $1.1 million in the second quarter of 2012. Carmona's haul for April through June was his most lucrative to date, and left him with about $1.6 million cash on hand, according to fundraising figures obtained by The Associated Press.
‘Top-2’ foes preparing lawsuit to stop ballot measure
A former Republican congressman and the Maricopa County attorney are spearheading an effort to oppose a proposed constitutional amendment that would end partisan primaries in Arizona.
Cardon, Flake slam each other with slate of new TV ads
Republican U.S. Senate rivals Wil Cardon and Jeff Flake announced a slew of new television ads, with Cardon passing the $3 million mark in spending on the air.
Brewer opposes proposed Arizona sales tax increase
Arizona Gov. Jan Brewer says she opposes a proposed state sales tax increase. Initiative petitions filed last month would have Arizona voters decide in November on a permanent increase of a penny on the dollar.
Brewer says she’s against proposed primary changes
Gov. Jan Brewer says she's not taking any further steps to have legislators consider election-law changes but that it doesn't mean she likes an initiative measure to dramatically change Arizona's primary system.
Rise in independents may reflect frustration
An increase in Arizonans registering to vote as independents may be fueled by voter frustration over partisanship.
