It seems there’s a rather interesting turn of events unfolding, where a prominent conservative organization, Turning Point USA, and its political arm, Turning Point Action, are reportedly engaging in a practice that their leaders have spent years vehemently criticizing and attempting to outlaw: “ballot harvesting.” This practice involves collecting and delivering absentee ballots from voters directly to election officials, a method often employed by Democratic campaigns, particularly in Latino communities. The irony here is quite striking, as it appears the very tactics they’ve decried as a pathway to election fraud are now being utilized by their own operatives.
The focus of this particular operation is the April 7th Salt River Project (SRP) board election.… Continue reading
Arizona has officially decided against bestowing the honor of having a freeway named after Charlie Kirk, following a veto by Governor Katie Hobbs. This decision effectively halts a proposal from the Republican party that aimed to dedicate a portion of the state’s highway system to the prominent conservative commentator. The bill, which passed the legislature, sought to memorialize Kirk, a move that sparked considerable debate and ultimately faced a decisive rejection from the governor’s office.
The impetus for this legislative push appears to stem from a fervent admiration for Kirk within certain political circles, with some observers noting an almost cult-like devotion.… Continue reading
Former Arizona state legislator Austin Smith pleaded guilty to charges related to forging over 100 signatures on his reelection petitions. Smith admitted to signing a deceased person’s name and attempting to deceive the Secretary of State’s Office by filing petitions with forged signatures. The plea agreement allows Smith to potentially avoid a felony conviction, but he will face probation, a fine, and a five-year ban from public office, pending the sentencing judge’s decision. Despite initially denying the accusations, Smith resigned from his position at Turning Point Action around the time of the allegations, but may have been rehired.
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The Arizona Senate’s recent vote on the “Donald J. Trump Highway” proposal, which failed by a single vote, has sparked a wide range of reactions. It’s a fascinating case study in political maneuvering, highlighting the intense polarization within the state and the country as a whole. The sheer fact that such a proposal even reached the Senate floor speaks volumes about the current political climate.
The proposal, spearheaded by Senator Wendy Rogers, aimed to rename State Route 260, a highway traversing rural Arizona, in honor of the former president. The tight vote, however, suggests a significant level of dissent, even within the Republican party.… Continue reading
Kari Lake Is Losing in Arizona and She’s Taking MAGA With Her
Bless their hearts, I love that for them. As I reflect on the current political landscape in Arizona, I can’t help but feel a sense of anticipation for what is to come. Kari Lake, the once hopeful candidate for governor, now finds herself struggling in the political arena. The sentiment of “NO MEANS NO” resonates, urging us to check our registration status and not let anyone purge us out of our right to vote.
The upcoming election in Arizona will undoubtedly have far-reaching implications. The down-ballot clobberings could potentially affect the presidential results, putting candidates like Kari Lake under the microscope.… Continue reading
The chaos and controversy surrounding the recent events in the Arizona House regarding the abortion ban have left me aghast. The shouts of ‘Shame! Shame!’ reverberating through the halls as lawmakers engage in a fierce battle over a law from the 1800s is a stark reminder of the regressive nature of politics in our society. The blatant corruption and power-hungry maneuvers on display are enough to make anyone’s blood boil.
The sheer audacity of the speaker to rush through the process without allowing a proper vote speaks volumes about the disregard for democracy and the will of the people. The accusations flying back and forth, with insinuations of extremist behavior and insurrection, only serve to muddy the waters further.… Continue reading
A wave of relief washes over Arizona as the news breaks that Senator Kyrsten Sinema will not seek re-election in 2024. This announcement comes as a much-needed reprieve for many who feel let down, deceived, and outright betrayed by the senator. As someone who put in time, money, and effort to support her during her election campaign in 2018, I can’t help but feel a sense of dismay at how far she strayed from the values and ideas she once purported to stand for.
Sinema’s decision not to seek re-election is, in many ways, a reflection of her inability to secure the support and trust of her constituents.… Continue reading
Matt Underwood 
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