David Gordon

Living in Arizona since his family moved to Tempe from New York in 1982, David Gordon has three degrees from Arizona State University and the University of Phoenix in History, Political Science, and Secondary School Administration. A highly qualified Social Studies instructor and Certified School Principal, Mr. Gordon owned his own charter school, Grand Canyon College Preparatory Academy from 1997-2016. The school served students in grades 6-12 in the East Valley of Maricopa County. Many of the graduates of GCP earned college credit for free while still attending high school, some completing the first year of college before graduating. Among the speakers at the school's graduations were noted figures in Arizona Politics like Harry Mitchell, David Schweikert, Juan Mendes, Andrew Sherwood, and John Huppenthal. Mr. Gordon also participated in the revisions of the Arizona History and Social Studies standards. In January 2017, Mr. Gordon started the political blog Twenty-First Century Progressive Bull Moose. It has a global following and routinely comments on the political events of the day. Mr. Gordon also helps administer the Facebook page Living Blue in Arizona. He is also a science fiction writer and has just completed two series. The first one, Jigsaw: Beginnings, Warheads, and Full Circle. All are available on Amazon. The second Jigsaw Series: History's Forgotten: Parts One, Two, and Three are also out on Amazon. The seventh book, Jigsaw: Powder Keg should be released in November 2023. Mr. Gordon is very happy to be asked to join the Blog for Arizona team and hopes to spread the progressive word to make Arizona a better place for everyone.

Governor Hobbs Launches Political Operation to Turn the Legislature Blue

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Citing a riveting piece by AZ Mirror’s Jim Small that outlined all the extremist legislative proposals Arizona Republican Legislators are processing at the State Capitol this session (and getting subsequently vetoed on the Ninth Floor,) Governor Katie Hobbs has launched a new political operation, with an initial $500,000 investment designed to turn the State Legislature … Read more

No Surprise: Governor Hobbs Vetoes the Republican Only Budget

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In the latest turn in the Fiscal Year 23/24 budget chess game at the Arizona State Capitol, Governor Katie Hobbs predictably vetoed the Republican only skinny budget passed along party lines over the last two weeks. In a press release explaining her justified veto, Governor Hobbs offered: “Arizonans deserve a budget that takes the real … Read more

Governor Hobbs and Mayor Gallego Highlight SPARKBOX Housing Units at Second Street and Roosevelt

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Imagine an opportunity for the homeless or new residents in Arizona to be able to live in an affordable transition residence before settling in a permanent setting. Furthermore, imagine these houses, small office spaces, or housing recreation rooms to be fully sustainable, powered by lithium battery solar panels and equipped with bathroom toilet units that … Read more

Mayor Regina Romero Announces Her Campaign for Re-Election

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In a move that should surprise no one, Tucson Mayor Regina Romero has announced her intentions to seek re-election to her Mayoral position this year. Re-elect Regina Romero For Mayor Campaign Launch Press Release.docx In a press release from her campaign, Mayor Romero’s team highlighted her considerable achievements while in the office including helping to: … Read more