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Sep 8, 2025

When conservatives need them, the Arizona Free Enterprise Club falls short

For many years, the Arizona Free Enterprise Club (AZFEC) served as an important watchdog for conservative causes, engaging at all levels to protect Arizonans from the overreach of big government […]

Jul 6, 2025

Sarah Porter: The future of Arizona’s water policy

Sarah Porter’s fondest memories of growing up in Phoenix include spending time with her family camping, hiking, and fishing. So when Porter saw an opportunity to transition from her career […]

Jun 13, 2025

A letter to House Speaker Montenegro concerning the American dream

The uncertain state of Arizona under Rep. Steve Montenegro has turned the younger generations’ experience from a pathway to accomplish the American dream into a battleground against the government. Arizonans […]

May 4, 2025

Megan Gilbertson: The transition from storyteller to advocate

Megan Gilbertson has held a number of journalism, communications and advocacy roles throughout her nearly 20-year career. Gilbertson started as an education reporter with The Arizona Republic. She then served […]

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Sep 23, 2022

Two groups merge to strengthen nonprofits

The merger of two organizations will help strengthen Arizona’s nonprofit sector by allowing it to work with government and business experts and create a “unified voice” on public policy issues that impact residents and the communities they serve. 

Jan 18, 2022

Brnovich must protect families from rogue school boards

Currently, Senate Bill 1487 acts to protect Arizonans from certain government actions which violate their rights under Arizona law. Specifically, SB 1487 states that “At the request of one or […]

Jan 9, 2020

House GOP policy plan covers old ground, unfinished battles

Republican leadership in the House of Representatives released a general framework of policy and spending goals for the upcoming legislative session on January 9, laying out a broad-stroke vision for nine key issues to watch in 2020.

Dec 26, 2018

Republican lawmaker takes aim at public schools

Rep. Kelly Townsend wants school district employees and board members investigated at the whim of any legislator who questions the legality of their policies.

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Nov 5, 2018

Bas Aja: Handing the herd to the next generation

Lobbyist Bas Aja’s name is synonymous with the cattle industry in Arizona. And now, he’s a part of the next chapter in Arizona agriculture history.

As the primary draws near — forcing Democrats to choose sides in the governor’s race — Farley is counting on his wonkiness to help him win it all.
Jul 27, 2018

Steve Farley: A wonk with a dream to be governor

As the primary draws near — forcing Democrats to choose sides in the governor’s race — state Sen. Steve Farley is counting on his wonkiness to help him win it all.

Feb 9, 2018

House adopts rules calling for anti-harassment policy

The House of Representatives has adopted new rules calling for a written anti-harassment policy and code of conduct.

Feb 2, 2018

Former ADOA director Brown resigned over clashes with new Ducey aide

The head of the Arizona Department of Administration quit his job because he was clashing with a new hire in Gov. Doug Ducey’s office, according to emails obtained through a public records request.

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