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Apr 23, 2010

Arizona Chamber stayed neutral, removing a big roadblock

Sen. Russell Pearce’s battles with Arizona’s business community over immigration policy have become legendary, but the Mesa Republican this year secured a ceasefire with the state’s largest business association by... […]

Apr 16, 2010

Senate panel advances ‘jobs’ bill, but fate is uncertain

A bill that aims to spur job growth through tax cuts to businesses and tax credits for companies that create new high-wage jobs has cleared one hurdle in the Senate, but its ultimate fate is still uncertain.

Jan 28, 2010

Jobs dilemma — government or private sector?

Republicans and Democrats couldn't be farther apart on the issues of corporate taxes and job creation.

Jan 19, 2010

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.

Dec 17, 2009

Republicans own state budget, for better or worse

While the rest of the nation is expected to see Republican resurgences in next year’s elections, Arizona may be poised to buck the national trend in legislative races, according to political strategists, pollsters and lawmakers.

Nov 23, 2009

Will legislative PACs be used to corral votes?

A pair of political committees created by top legislative Republicans will raise hundreds of thousands of dollars to spend in next year's elections, which is causing some to wonder if it's appropriate for them to wield that kind of power.

Oct 29, 2009

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.

Sep 22, 2009

Poll: Brewer’s ratings slip among Arizona Republicans

Another poll shows dismal approval ratings for Gov. Jan Brewer. This time, pollsters contrasted her performance, as judged by Arizona residents, with those of former governors Janet Napolitano and Jane... […]

Jun 27, 2009

Budget detailed, vote expected

The budget deal Republican lawmakers struck with the governor on June 26 includes $630 million in cuts, a dramatic change to a flat income tax system and a provision that will let voters decide this fall if a temporary sales tax increase should be used to bridge future deficits.

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