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Downing rails against the system, says independents locked out
Ted Downing feels like can’t seem to get a word in edgewise as a nonpartisan candidate running for Senate in Legislative District 28.
Day 3: Tracking the special session
UPDATE: 4:14 p.m. The House will not be debating or voting on the other four special session bills today. Instead, they will do so next week.
Jobs dilemma — government or private sector?
Republicans and Democrats couldn't be farther apart on the issues of corporate taxes and job creation.
Democrats begin discussing smaller health bill
WASHINGTON - President Barack Obama and his Democratic allies are conceding for the first time that they may have to accept a less ambitious health overhaul bill than the massive one they've struggled for a year to assemble.
Election-year conundrum: Cooperate or not?
A whispered riddle is sweeping the halls of the Capitol: In an election year, Democrats and Republicans like to emphasize their differences, but this year, they'll probably have to cooperate to solve Arizona's massive budget problems.
GOP-passed election laws targeted by Democrats
Two electoral changes implemented by Republicans this year have attracted opposition and litigation from Democrats who argued the laws violate the state Constitution to advance partisan agendas. In July, Gov. Jan Brewer signed S1123 into law. The legislation, proposed by Tucson Sen. Jonathan Paton, banned local governments from including partisan affiliations for candidates on the ballot.
Dems back in?
The Senate has adjourned, which can’t be a good sign for those who were fond of the most recent budget proposal. It sounds like there will be lawmakers missing on Thursday... […]
Brewer frustrated by budget inaction
Gov. Jan Brewer said she is disappointed in the pace of the Legislature’s special session and urged lawmakers to move swiftly in approving a full budget.
Tax hike a tough sell; Dems may enter picture
The budget deal that legislative and Gov. Jan Brewer reached earlier remains a tough sell, as the Senate adjourned on June 27 without advancing the agreement.
