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Jane Andersen: Standing up to protect democracy
After the rash of accusations of fraudulent elections in 2020 and 2022, Jane Andersen was appointed as the Arizona state director for Mormon Women for Ethical Government, a nonprofit founded by members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Little-noticed statehouse races could reshape election policies next year
Americans agree the fate of democracy rests on the outcome of the 2024 presidential election, even if they don’t agree on what that outcome should be. But they may be […]
A student today, a leader tomorrow
An Arizona State University sophomore does much more than get good grades. Francesca Martin is a passionate and accomplished young lady who is the founder of Keep Arizona Blue.
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[...]
MAGA Republicans are jumping for joy
Will, the newly elected partisan, MAGA Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives make important decisions for the country based on his straight, white, Christian views? After researching Speaker Mike Johnson’s Trump-aligned voice and votes, I found his actions and rhetoric disturbing.
Anti-democratic laws wreak havoc on ability to cast ballot
Voter ID laws undermine and distort democracy. By creating extra barriers to the voting booth, they block millions of otherwise eligible voters from participating in the democratic process.
Schweikert can help America fix its failed China policy
It’s time to correct the mistakes made two decades ago—and begin the process of decoupling America’s economy from China. U.S. Rep. Schweikert can take a stand for his constituents and help to make this happen.
County mired in frivolous lawsuits, sketchy hire
We’re peeved about the costly elections-related tussles in Cochise County: failed attempts to conduct an illegal 100% hand count of ballots; a lawsuit filed by two supervisors during an Open Meeting Law violation to compel our elections director to break the law; the intentional delay of canvassing election results and the transfer of election duties to our partisan election skeptic recorder.
Arizona elections work, but they can be better
Arizona elections are free, fair, and secure — and that’s not a coincidence.
Very special woman passionate about advocating for diverse communities
Readers, your day will be brightened by meeting Civia Tamarkin, an amazing woman, who not only talks the talk but spends countless hours each day walking the walk to benefit Arizonians.
Bipartisan SB1324 would help restore trust in election’s process
SB1324 would bring public verifiability to an election process that is currently sagging under the weight of voter distrust and discord.
Time for country to wake up, show grit
Soul searching and immediate action are needed to stop what is transpiring in our country. It is time for those who LOVE the U.S. to step out of their comfort zone and work together for a far better tomorrow.
