Democrats running for key statewide offices expanded narrow leads over their Republican opponents Thursday.
Read More »Survey shows election campaigns don’t address issues voters care about 
A new survey indicates that what Arizona voters care about is different from the talking points taking center stage in election campaigns.
Read More »Inflation looms as major issue in general election 
Inflation is already taking a toll on local residents' wallets and it’s shaping up to be an important theme in general elections this fall.
Read More »Ducey to decide on first 2022 election bill 
The first election bill of the 2022 legislative session made its way to Gov. Doug Ducey’s desk, setting up a test for the governor, who has largely avoided talking about what election-related measures he supports.
Read More »Promises to complete border wall iffy
Seizing on one of the most potent and polarizing symbols in national politics, some GOP candidates for Arizona governor are promising to finish the wall along Arizona's border with Mexico.
Read More »Verdict weakens Hobbs – opens door for challengers? 
Democratic gubernatorial candidate Marco Lopez is trying to seize an opportunity opened up by Katie Hobbs’ missteps in responding to a multimillion-dollar discrimination verdict.
Read More »Primaries 1-year away, races taking shape 
Legislative and congressional districts could change dramatically after redistricting, and some newcomers and incumbents alike are waiting to see what the new districts look like before they decide whether to jump into a race.
Read More »Voters out to veto 2021 legislation 
The 2022 election may feature a clash of titans: citizens versus lawmakers.
Read More »Early voting an auspicious sign for Democrats, but … 
As Democrats lead in turning out new and infrequent voters – for example, those who haven’t voted in the last four elections – Republicans are poised to see an influx of loyal frequent voters on Election Day who could sway the election back in favor of the GOP.
Read More »Shy of historic victory in 2018, Knecht returns in LD21 
In the years since her defeat, Democrats tapped Kathy Knecht to run for House in LD21 as part of their push for the majority in that chamber. If they succeed, not only will Democrats break the Republican trifecta that has dominated state politics since the Janet Napolitano days, it’ll be the party’s first majority in the House since the 1960s.
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