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Commentary

Oct 30, 2020

Border became more secure in the last four years

When Democratic candidates for President Joe Biden and Kamala Harris stood on stage earlier this year and pledged to give illegal immigrants free healthcare and a free college education, political... […]

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Oct 30, 2020

Regulators should be commended for moving on energy policy issues

The ACC should be commended for finally moving on important energy policy issues facing the state of Arizona with bipartisan agreement. There is significant common ground on energy and environmental issues that too often goes unnoticed, and making progress on updating and modernizing our state’s energy rules shows that pragmatic solutions, which voters hold as a priority, are possible.

Oct 29, 2020

Health care worker’s plea: Vote, make sure voice is heard

This year, more than ever, health care workers must let their voice be heard and cast a vote. COVID-19 has ruined the lives of far too many families, leading to heartbreak, frustration, anger, and fear. Just like wearing a facemask, do the responsible thing, and do your civic duty. A vote on Tuesday is a vote to end this pandemic.

Oct 29, 2020

Arizona leads the way in licensing reform

Arizona ignited a national bipartisan movement to reform occupational licensing laws. It can continue to lead with these additional steps.

Oct 29, 2020

Deploying body-worn cameras – next steps for DPS

On September 30, 2020, Gov. Doug Ducey announced a plan to deploy 150 body-worn cameras (BWCs) to troopers in the Arizona Department of Public Safety. This is an excellent first step for DPS to join the thousands of other law enforcement agencies across the United States that have already deployed BWCs. BWCs can produce numerous benefits, from improved citizen attitudes to reductions in complaints[...]

Oct 29, 2020

The Criminalization of Politics

Striking the right balance is hard. But there should be a strong presumption in favor of leaving politics – and its inherent passions and prejudices – at the courthouse door. Criminalizing politics doesn't just poison our government and undermine our justice system. It imperils our nation as a whole.

Oct 28, 2020

Arizona’s election system trusted by both parties

Arizonans know that politicians sounding the alarm on a stolen election in our state are simply trying to divide us and create distrust in a system we’ve relied on for... […]

Oct 28, 2020

For Arizona’s children of immigrants, this election is personal

One week ahead of the most consequential elections in our lifetime, I am wary that this country is not the same one that welcomed my father in 1982. In honor of his sacrifice, and that made by millions of immigrants around the United States who left their homelands to make this country a better place, my goal is to dedicate my life and privilege as a first-generation American citizen to vote for a[...]

Oct 28, 2020

This year we have ‘Election Season,’ not Election Day

These next few weeks will test the strength of our democracy. Remember: vote, reject false claims of victory, be patient, and stay safe. There are better days ahead.

Oct 28, 2020

Legalizing marijuana use will create jobs and new revenue

Guest columnist Lisa James’ fear-mongering commentary October 26 on why Proposition 207 is losing support has little basis in reality.

Oct 27, 2020

Voter beware: Dem-controlled Senate would harm Arizona workers

The Democrats' immigration agenda is reckless. America's workers can't afford for Republicans to lose the Senate majority.

Oct 27, 2020

Adult-use marijuana a failed policy, vote no on Prop 207

Only a few players, mainly large corporations, even some with investments from Big Tobacco, benefit from the commercialization of marijuana. By all other measures, it’s failed policy.

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