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Category Archives: State and local
McSally and Ward’s silly fight over Trump
Neither are Never-Trumpers. Both will want a constructive working relationship with Trump and his administration.
There can be enough water for the San Pedro and Sierra Vista
The court got the application of the assured water supply statute right. But if water were treated more like a market commodity, there would enough to go around.
Gosar, Biggs brave political ill winds on Endangered Species reform
The act is long overdue for reform, but few will brave the hyperbolic overreaction from environmentalists.
Another failed federal corruption case
It’s unsurprising that the bribery case against former Corporation Commissioner Gary Pierce failed. The feds have a history of failed local corruption cases in Arizona.
Invest in Ed’s indexing faux pas
Proponents ask a judge not to interpret what they wrote literally.
Congress tries to take back power from Trump
Congress should reassert its constitutional authority, but shouldn’t intrude on the president’s power, even if that president is Trump.
‘Legislative immunity’ clause doesn’t actually grant immunity
Ducey want to ride the wave of public outrage over the serial-speeder legislator. But this isn’t a wave to ride clear to shore.
The real difference between McSally and Ward
The issue differences are not that large. The real choice is about a commitment to governing.
Bennett’s incomplete case against Ducey
Here’s how Bennett can salvage his campaign and his reputation.