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Maricopa County, Arizona Republican Party,presidential preference, election, GOP, Republicans,
Nov 13, 2023

Time is right to reform Arizona’s primary elections

The 2024 election is fast approaching, and many Americans are wondering if Arizona will be a red state or a blue state next fall. But the reality is that Arizona is neither.

small businesses, tax code, Congress
Nov 9, 2023

Federal tax issue threatens Arizona jobs, employers  

A recent change in our tax code has left Arizona small businesses grappling with debilitating tax burdens, jeopardizing their ability to innovate and serve their clients effectively.  

right-to-work state, Arizona, Arizona Works Together Act
Nov 9, 2023

Democrat group pushes repeal of ‘right-to-work’ statute 

Arizona Works Together (AWT), a Democrat-backed organization, has filed an initiative petition with the state of Arizona to repeal Arizona’s long-standing “right-to-work” statute. 

Nov 9, 2023

Scottsdale voters are heard loud and clear

Thank you! The overwhelming support of the continuation of the Maintenance and Operations Override means that the Scottsdale Unified School District can continue to meet the needs of students.

Native American Heritage Month, Tribes, Phoenix Indian Center
Nov 7, 2023

Fostering prosperity: supporting National Native American Heritage Month for Arizona business  

Yá’át’ééh! (Hello!) This month marks Native American Heritage Month, a time to celebrate the rich cultural heritage and histories of the 574 federally recognized Tribes in the United States.

voting rights, incarceration, Hobbs
Nov 7, 2023

My right to vote: restoring the voice of the reformed

Governor Hobbs’ recent push to restore voting rights in Arizona struck me profoundly—not as a mere headline in the morning paper, but as an example of hope that the world I re-entered after 15 years of incarceration might finally recognize me as a person, not just a past mistake. Yet, as hopeful as I am, I am equally troubled by the reality that for too long, individuals with criminal historie[...]

Phoenix Police Department, officers, consent decree, the Phoenix Law Enforcement Association
Nov 3, 2023

Phoenix deserves better

The recent article titled “Phoenix really needs federal monitoring of police” is both dangerous and deceitful. While it’s hard to comprehend how someone without any law enforcement experience, in any of the areas discussed, could so boldly write a piece designed to inflame the emotions of our citizens through emotionally laden rhetoric, it certainly is not a surprising tactic.

Nov 3, 2023

Maricopa County tackling 3 major health issues

One of public health’s primary jobs is to identify the biggest health issues faced by residents and develop strategies to educate and prevent those issues from causing harm. We take a different view than health care.

Wolf, Pinal County assessor, Barry Goldwater Jr., Johnson, House speaker, Republicans
Nov 3, 2023

Barry Goldwater Jr. whitewashes the past 

In response to the opinion piece by Barry Goldwater Jr. and with all due respect, his arguments contradict themselves.  

Creighton University, healthcare workers, Catholic, RSV, flu, Covid
Nov 3, 2023

Creighton University addresses health care staffing shortage 

Over the next 10 years, Creighton University expects to help fill more than 23,000 jobs and add an estimated $3.6 billion in economic output to Arizona; yet this will not be enough.

SUSD, budget override, election, ballots
Nov 2, 2023

Curious about how an all-mail election works? You’re not alone! 

Especially with the upcoming Scottsdale Unified School District (SUSD) budget override vote next week, it's essential to know what's what to be sure we renew vital funding to our public schools. 

ESA, tuition, costs, Horne, Lewis
Oct 27, 2023

Latest ESA data strengthens my support for ESAs

ESA opponents can’t get enough of sharing ABC 15’s recent “investigative” report. I couldn’t understand what they were so excited about because the report actually pointed out the program’s success.

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