G.I.’s Schlomach says it, but leaves room for deniability
by David Safier I was told recently by someone at the Goldwater Institute that they are absolutely honest with their numbers and data. Advertisement Does purposeful deception fall under G.I.'s definition of "absolutely honest"? It's possible, I guess. If bus drivers can be called bureaucrats by torturing the language in a way that probably violates … Read more
No change. G.I. still AWOL on SB 1070
by David Safier The Goldwater Institute still thinks the anti-immigrant bill, which has made Arizona the biggest story in the country, isn't worthy of comment. Or, more accurately, G.I. is still afraid of messing with that big ol' 800 pound gorilla. It's safer hiding behind the sofa. Commenter Todd had an interesting insight on G.I.'s … Read more
Meet Kris Kobach, the man behind SB 1070
Posted by AzBlueMeranie: I introduced you to Kris Kobach in an earlier post, but Zachary Roth at talkingpointsmemo.com has more. AZ Immigration Bill Writer's Resume: GOP Activist, Ashcroft Aide, Arpaio Ally: The controversial Arizona immigration bill signed into law last week was written in part by a conservative immigration law expert and Republican activist who's … Read more
The Dupnik Rebellion: “Hell No!” to enforcing SB 1070
Posted by AzBlueMeanie: Pima County's Sheriff-for-Life Clarence Dupnik says "Hell no!" to enforcing the unconstitutional and discriminatory "papers please" anti-immigrant law (SB 1070). OK, he did not do his impression of House Minority Leader John Boehner, but you know he was thinking it. The Dupnik rebellion: Pima's top cop says "no" to SB 1070: TUCSON … Read more
My conclusion: No red flags at Sonoran Science Academy
by David Safier I've listened to a number of people and read quite a bit of material, and I've come to the conclusion there is no reason to condemn Sonoran Science Academy. In fact, the Sonoran Science schools appear to be very serious about their educational mission, and the students appear to benefit from going … Read more
“People at the top of corporations go where they want to live”
by David Safier AZ Blue Meanie mentioned this Star article already, but I think it deserves spotlighting. A Harvard economist who is also a Tucson native said tax incentives and clever framing won't attract businesses if the city or the state isn't attractive as a place to live. [Joseph] Kalt said studies of state and … Read more
McCain’s poll numbers collapsing in Public Policy Polling poll
Posted by AzBlueMeanie: At the Arizona Democratic Party state committee meeting this past Saturday, there was some sage advice offered by one politico about the U.S. Senate race: Rodney Glassman does not need to spend his money on bumper stickers; stop by J.D. Hayworth's campaign office for bumper stickers and let him spend his money. … Read more
