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New Arts Organization Plans To Influence Political Process
Responding to the blizzard of studies and reports proving the importance of having a viable arts and cultural environment to our state’s economic development, educational excellence, and economic health, Arizona […]
State Legislatures Slow To Launch School Vouchers
Despite a U.S. Supreme Court ruling legalizing school vouchers three years ago, the controversial school-choice option has been slow to spread. Now, the stage is set for the first new […]
Immigration In Arizona’s Political Debate
Once considered a black hole that few elected officials wished to enter, illegal immigration has taken a more prominent role in Arizona politics, thanks to a growing frustration that the […]
Governor Vetoed Meaningful Identity Theft Reform
The governor made a big show of sending a “bill” to the federal government for the costs of illegal immigration, complete with tough talk and finger pointing. However, by vetoing […]
Energy Efficiency Will Help Arizona Manage Growth
As an Arizona legislator, the underlying issue that I see in every bill every day is growth. Neighborhoods spring up seemingly overnight bringing increased demands on law enforcement, education, social […]
A ‘Platform For Future Growth’
Editor’s note: This column by Vice President and Publisher Ginger Lamb was published in our May 13 issue and contained garbled words caused by a corrupt computer program. Below is […]
Key Bills Didn’t Always Attract 16 And 31 GOP Votes
Democrats Aid Republicans In Passing Tax Relief, Unborn Child Measures
Grand Canyon’s El Tovar Marks Century, Reopens After Renovation
The view is timeless. But as the 19th century gave way to the 20th, getting a glimpse of the Grand Canyon required a lot of travel time — and a […]
Negotiations Stall — English Learner Funding Last Piece Of Budget Puzzle
Democrat leaders say there is little hope of a compromise with Republicans on a bill that would help satisfy a federal court order that the state increase spending on English […]
Citizens Have Right To Defend Themselves
Here’s a quote from your interview: “I totally support the Second Amendment, but I think we forget to talk about gun safety.” — Rep. Steve Gallardo [Phoenix Democrat Talks Immigration, […]
