Celebrate the life of Maurice Grossman
Posted by AZBlueMeanie: Advertisement Last week I learned of the death of Maurice Grossman, an artist, community activist, and perhaps the most genuinely nice man I have ever known. Maurice was always ready to help whomever needed assistance. He did so with a ready smile and a warm sense of humor. He was an inspiration … Read more
The Arizona Budget Coalition responds to the GOP corporate bailout plan
Posted by AzBlueMeanie: Update to GOP insane clown posse headed down the wrong track. On Thursday, along a party line vote, House Republicans rushed through the bogus-named "Jobs Recovery Act," in reality a package of six bills providing tax cuts to large corporations and shifting the property tax burden to residential home owners. The GOP … Read more
A new low for Star headlines, or more of the same?
by David Safier Lighthearted? Obama is lighthearted? That's what the Star claims in its latest Creative Headline Writing effort: Lighthearted president brings job-creation message to Tampa Lighthearted. That means he doesn't have a care in the world. He's tiptoeing through the tulips with Tiny Tim. He's a lightweight. Who else could be lighthearted when he's … Read more
Congressman Grijalva endorses Chris Deschene for Arizona Secretary of State
Posted by AzBlueMeanie: Press release from Chris Deschene: Southern Arizona Congressman joins Secretary of State Candidate as Campaign Chair. Today, State Representative Chris Deschene (D – Window Rock) announced that Congressman Raul Grijalva (D – AZ 7) has endorsed his campaign for Arizona Secretary of State. “I am honored and privileged to receive his endorsement … Read more
Sen. Paula Aboud (D-LD28) on the state budget
Posted by AzBlueMeanie: The Arizona Daily Star's series continues today with Sen. Paula Aboud (D-LD28). Formatted for transcript format. Sen. Paula Aboud, D, District 28 Sen. Paula Aboud (D-LD28) Committees: Appropriations Committee (ranking Democrat); Health Committee; Education Committee; Joint Legislative Budget Committee; Joint Committee for Capitol Review; Administrative Oversight Committee The Arizona Daily Star asked … Read more
Rep. Steve Farley (D-LD28) on the state budget
Posted by AzBlueMeanie: The Arizona Daily Star's series continues today with Rep. Steve Farley (D-LD28). Formatted for transcript format. Rep. Steve Farley, D, District 28 Rep. Steve Farley (D-LD28) Committees: Transportation and Infrastructure; Ways and Means The Arizona Daily Star asked the following questions of each lawmaker: 1) Lawmakers have discretion over only 37 percent … Read more
