Here are your Best of the Capitol winners for 2026!
We can think of no better way to celebrate the Arizona Capitol Times’ 120th anniversary than by honoring the individuals and organizations acting as the state’s chief changemakers. From legislators […]
SB1458 would be a huge hit to basic patient rights at the pharmacy counter
Every day behind the pharmacy counter I see the consequences of a system that quietly steers my patients away from me. A longtime patient of mine recently came into my […]
Say hello to the ‘New’ guy: Comedian aims to shake up Arizona governor’s race
Key Points: Fictional character New Amato enters Arizona governor’s race Amato takes aim at real politicians like Gov. Katie Hobbs and Congressman Andy Biggs Votes for Amato likely won’t count, […]
Educator-legislator pipeline highlights shortfalls of state education
Key Points: About 52% of Arizona lawmakers have one or more ties to education, according to their biographies Despite that, Arizona ranks below the national average for per-pupil spending Lawmakers, […]
$2M arts appropriation pales to $15B potential state profit, expert says
Key Points:Â State appropriations to its art commission fuel $15.8 billion in economic value The Arizona Commission on the Arts relies on one-time legislative appropriations, leaving the level of funding […]
Rebecca Gau: Taking the right next step for Arizona’s children
Since 1993, Rebecca Gau has worked in education policy and has advocated for continuous improvement in education performance. From working in Washington D.C. as an intern to former Arizona Governor […]












