Arizona Ballot Measure Guide 2006 for All Propositions
With an astonishing number of measures on the ballot this election, going to the polls is going to be almost like being a legislator. You are going to need a lobbyist in your pocket to keep everything straight. I’ve compiled some information on each of the ballot questions for you in case you want to … Read more
Drinking Liberally 7/20
It’s time for Liberals to gather for the epicurian ritual of Drinking Liberally. As always, Drinking Liberally will be held at The Shanty on 9th Street at 4th Avenue downtown by the underpass. We kick off at 6pm. This week State Representative Ted Downing will be joining us. Ted has worked hard to put a … Read more
Pederson and Kyl July Polling
The latest SurveyUSA poll (whose methodologies I find to be somewhat low quality) has released the latest in a series of polls on the Pederson/Kyl race. The poll shows Kyl at 52% and Pederson at 40% with the balance undecided. What is most important about this poll is the trend line in the race that … Read more
Obama, Franken, and Dessert in the Desert
Signup up now to attend a MoveOn.org Dessert House Party. There will be desserts (just and otherwise) served and a teleconference with Al Franken and Senator Barrak Obama. Find out what you can do to help ensure a Democratic majority in Congress next year.
Gregoire Follows Janet’s Lead, Sends Attorney General Alberto Gonzalez $50 Million Bill
Link: Gregoire sends Attorney General Alberto Gonzalez $50 million bill. Wahington Governor Christine Gregoire followed Janet’s example in holding the Federal government accountable for its promise to reimburse states for the cost of housing criminals who are also NAFTA refugees in state prisons. Next up: Arnie has also promised to take action on this issue. … Read more
Patty Weiss Gets Creative
Patty Weiss’ campaign found an new way to make those increasingly dreary campaign e-mails interesting again. Rather than fancier formatting and interactive gew-gaws, she went the opposite direction with a hand-drawn cartoon note from her father. The total effect is little hokey, but it’s also very sweet, personal, and genuine. This is the sort of … Read more
July Quarterly Reports in AZ CD 8 race
Not all of the FEC filings are in, but enough are to be able to report a few interesting facts. Latas’ report is still unretrievable. Huffman’s was finally processed and reviewable on July 20th. Patty Weiss brought in $134,589.14 this quarter, giving her a grand total of $308,308.14. Expenditures of $130K left her with $175K … Read more
