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While Washington spirals, Arizona Democrats deliver real results
In Donald Trump’s Washington, chaos and cruelty are the norm. Politicians bicker, extremists grandstand, and government grinds to a halt. But here in Arizona, House Democrats are showing a different […]
No action to be taken on ethics complaint over Rep. Gillette’s anti-Muslim remarks
Key Points: House Democrats file ethics complaint against Rep. John Gillette Complaint follows Gillette’s anti-Muslim social media posts and statements Ethics Chairman Rep. Lupe Diaz will not hear the complaint […]
Session Wrap: Sen. Sundareshan, policy priorities and partisanship
For Senate Minority Leader Priya Sundareshan, the legislative session contained its share of accomplishments and challenges for the Democratic caucus. Some of the victories included working with Gov. Katie Hobbs […]
Session Wrap: Gov. Hobbs on 2025’s victories and ongoing battles
Gov. Katie Hobbs managed to score legislative wins and sign a bipartisan budget during her third legislative session on the Ninth Floor, but not without lengthy battles with Republicans and […]
Session Wrap: Warren Petersen’s priorities ahead of AG race
For Senate President Warren Petersen, the next legislative session will likely be his last opportunity to help advance the Republican caucus’ legislative policy priorities. Petersen is running for state attorney […]
Conflict defined the 2025 legislative session, will it set the stage for 2026?
Key Points: House left adrift by loss of chief of staff Conflicts followed, but likely won’t stick Election cycle to flare tensions next session Conflict — whether between lawmakers, caucuses […]
Arizona Democrats vote to remove party chair at chaotic, marathon meeting
Key Points: Arizona Democratic Party members ousted Chair Robert Branscomb after months of controversy The meeting was long and disorganized, resulting in frustration from many party members A new chair […]
State budget standoff looms over possible government shutdown
Key Points: Montenegro pushes $17B plan, defying veto threat House GOP resists Senate deal, demands more time Budget deadlock risks government shutdown July 1 Ignoring a veto threat, House Speaker […]
Special election in CD7 could provide crucial insight to Democrats in 2026
Key Points: CD7 will be the first election in the state since big losses for Democrats in 2024 Candidates hope the race will provide energy and clarity for Democrats running […]
CD7 Democrats differ sharply over the environment, taxes and economy
Key Points: Multiple democrats debated for a shot to replace late-Rep. Raúl Grijalva Grijalva daughter would continue her late father’s progressive agenda All candidates say Democrats need to fight Daniel […]
Republicans have a plan to fund Arizona’s disabilities programs, but Democrats aren’t happy with it.
Key points: Republicans passed the $122 million funding bill on party lines Democrats oppose the funding as it pulls from other social programs The House Majority Whip seeks a bipartisan […]
Democrats Must Counter Turning Point
Turning Point USA (TPUSA) is a wildfire that Democrats must quell. Headquartered in Phoenix, TPUSA is no longer a fringe organization that can be dismissed. They have a massive presence, […]
