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Loophole candidates
Eleven write-in candidates won the Green Party nomination in August, including a handful of “street people” who exploited a little-known loophole that allowed them to win the primary with only one vote. Now, some of those candidates, whom Democrats allege were recruited by Republicans, threaten to take votes from Democrats in key races.
Name ID, party domination spur uncontested races
While most politicians have to battle their way to the Capitol, a small group of House and Senate candidates only need one vote each to win this November.
Independent surge, tight primaries change election battlefield
Voter turnout in Arizona’s primary election Aug. 24 reflected historical trends that have defined mid-term primaries. But the statewide rise in independent registration and results that were either unexpectedly close or surprisingly decisive could mean tactical shifts by campaigns and perhaps upsets in races where voter registration figures would naturally favor one party.
Major makeover for Senate, but still quite conservative
Half of the Senate is being replaced next year, but its tone and ideological temperament aren’t likely to change much from the group that was elected two years ago.
Kirkpatrick wants 5 debates with GOP challenger
Congresswoman Ann Kirkpatrick is challenging her opponent in the Nov. 2 election to a series of five debates.
Big surprises last night; Quayle win among them
There were some big surprises last night: Chris Deschene toppled Sam Wercinski on the Democratic side of the secretary of state race; Cloves Campbell Jr. lost his House seat; and David... […]
Leader emerges in LD2 Senate race
Former legislator Jack Jackson, Jr. holds the early lead in the Democratic Senate primary in Legislative District 2, an expansive area in Northeast Arizona. Jackson, who is in the four-way... […]
Driggs wins LD11 Senate race
If the public held an anti-incumbent sentiment, it didn't extend to the Republican primary race in a North-Central Phoenix district, where voters chose a known name over relative newcomers.
Barto defeats Barnes in LD7 Senate race
Rep. Nancy Barto out-campaigned her main rival, Rep. Ray Barnes, to win the four-way Republican primary for the Senate in Legislative District 7. Barto has cornered 46 percent out of... […]
Nelson wins in LD12
A known name and a flush war chest proved to be an unbeatable combination in the Senate primary race in a West Valley District. Sen. John Nelson, a veteran politician, has captured 56 percent of the votes in Legislative District 12, according to the latest unofficial tally by the Secretary of State.
Klein knocks off Braswell in LD6 Senate primary
Republican activist Lori Klein holds a slight advantage over incumbent Sen. David Braswell in Legislative District 6, according to early election results.
Wide-open race for state treasurer’s job
Three current or former Arizona lawmakers, a former presidential adviser and a business executive are among the candidates in Tuesday's primary election for state treasurer.
