Arizona GOP fundraising drops significantly under Ward
The Arizona Democratic Party is out raising the state GOP by a lot.
Republicans paint Democrat Hoffman as state’s political fiend
The 2018 election gave Arizona Democrats their biggest wins in a decade, with three statewide victories and narrower margins in the state House.
Future of dull historical naming board about to become political
What’s in a name? If you sit on the State Board on Geographic and Historic Names, a lot of research, socio-geographical considerations and, now and then, a bit of drama – one might even say a bit of Shakespearean drama.
Sentiment towards APS could affect various political races
The outcome of several key races on next week's ballot could turn on how Arizonans feel about their utility company -- especially if it’s Arizona Public Service.
Water wars an issue in Arizona’s Senate race
One of the country’s hottest U.S. Senate races could turn on how to quench the state’s thirst — that is, if any of the candidates manage to come up with a coherent plan.
Elections chief candidates unknown across the state
Steve Gaynor and Katie Hobbs have one thing in common: They’re relative unknowns across the state as they make their bids to be Arizona’s next secretary of state
Democrats surge in voter registration, still trail significantly
It may not be the signs of a "blue wave.'' But a new report from the Secretary of State's Office suggests that Arizona Democrats appear to be more energized this year than Republicans
Candidates find pros and cons of digging into own pocket
While self-funders haven’t been very successful at the state and federal level in Arizona, the strategy has paid off for candidates aiming for lower-level offices, such as the Legislature or a city council.
Tainted GOP candidates dot campaign trail to Legislature
A handful of would-be Republican lawmakers stand out from a crowded field of legislative candidates this election cycle for their tarnished reputations, but some may still land in office.
It’s Maricopa vs. Yuma in LD13 GOP House primary
If Republicans in Maricopa County have their way, nobody from Yuma County will represent Legislative District 13 in the state House of Representatives.
Bad blood, ineffective legislating threaten Mosley in LD5 primary
A crowded Republican primary race in Legislative District 5 and friction among the candidates could pose a threat to Rep. Paul Mosley’s run for a second term in the House.
Behind the Ballot: Riding the wave
Democrats are fielding a candidate in nearly every federal, statewide and legislative race this year, using a strategy of saturation that has been successful elsewhere.


















