New Poll: Gov. Hobbs Leads MAGA Challenger Biggs by 15 Points

Democratic Governor Katie Hobbs has opened a sizable lead over Republican nominee Andy Biggs in the race for Arizona Governor, according to the latest statewide survey from HighGround Public Affairs.  Hobbs now holds a 15-point advantage (49.5% to 34.3%) bolstered by strong numbers among female voters (56.7% Hobbs/28.8% Biggs) and independent voters (54.5% Hobbs/19.3% Biggs). … Read more

(UPDATE)Scottsdale City Council Candidate Zubia Calls Out Opponent Graham’s Inconsistent Showing of Support for the Preserve

Run off elections are wonderful things. With one last opportunity to impress voters before they cast their ballots, candidates move Heaven and Earth to impress them, hoping to convince residents to choose them over their opponent. One example of this is the Scottsdale City Council race, where three candidates, Michelle Ugenti-Rita, Barry Graham, and Raoul … Read more

(UPDATED)Differing Arizona Reactions to Interior Department Plans for Colorado River Operations During 2027-2028

Arizona Reaction to the Interior Department’s plans for Colorado River Operations during 2027 and 2028 has covered the full gamut of possibilities. The guidance, which appears to place less onerous requirements on Lower Basin States like Arizona during this period generated an optimistic reaction from Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs who posted: “I’m glad the federal … Read more

Mayes and Fontes React to Supreme Court Technical Ruling Allowing Trump’s Executive Order on Restricting Mail In Voting

Timing is everything. That was the theme of the United States Supreme Court Conservative Majority, allowing the Trump Executive Order restricting mail-in voting for millions of Americans, including Trump supporters, saying in a ten-page Shadow Docket ruling that the states, including Arizona, suing to block Trump’s voting suppressing measure that they lacked standing because the … Read more