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Politicos say Reagan is toughest challenge for Goddard in secretary of state race
Democrat Terry Goddard and Republican Michele Reagan will face off for Arizona attorney general. Democrat Terry Goddard and Republican Michele Reagan will face off for Arizona Secretary of State's Office. Democrats often struggle to compete in down-ballot, low-profile races like secretary of state, and having a candidate with the history and name identification of Terry Goddard has given t[...]
Smith alleges illegal Ducey coordination
Attorneys for Scott Smith filed a complaint with the Arizona Secretary of State's Office and the Citizens Clean Elections Commission today alleging illegal coordination between Doug Ducey’s campaign for governor and an outside group that funded an ad blasting Smith.
Voter turnout lower than expected
Voter turnout sputtered in the general election after a strong showing in the primary. About 52 percent of the state's registered voters cast ballots in the general election, according to the latest tally. And while the breakdown of voters by party registration is still unavailable, the lower numbers appear to have hurt Democratic candidates, according to political consultants and pollsters.
Bennett cruises to reelection as secretary of state
Republican Ken Bennett will continue as Arizona's secretary of state. Bennett, who was appointed to the position when Jan Brewer was elevated to governor last year, defeated Democrat Chris Deschene in the Nov. 2 election.
Horne seeks injunction against Arpaio ads; SOS investigating
Tom Horne wants a judge to bar Maricopa County Sheriff Joe Arpaio from attacking him in campaign ads, and the Arizona Secretary of State's Office is investigating the television commercial that sparked the case.
The politics and practicality of lieutenant governor
Sixteen years ago, Jan Brewer laid out a two-pronged argument for creating a lieutenant governor position in Arizona, memorializing the irony of her opposition to a system that later allowed her to become governor.
Bennett: Ariz. would benefit from a lieutenant governor
Electing a governor and lieutenant governor as a ticket would provide greater consistency and be truer to the voice of voters when a governor leaves midterm, Secretary of State Ken Bennett said Sept. 1.
Wercinski announces candidacy for Secretary of State
Former Arizona Real Estate Commissioner Sam Wercinski has announced he will run for Secretary of State. Wercinski, a former Air Force officer, issued a press release and a call for contributions on Aug. 28 after concluding a six week campaign organizing effort.
Budget delay could stall referral for months
Gov. Jan Brewer is hoping to get her temporary tax increase on the ballot for November's election, but if lawmakers don't act soon, the vote may have to wait until January.
