Nelson Morgan 
Generally speaking, I prefer to write these columns about local issues, or political matters that are less covered in the national media. But there are times when national (or even international) issues are extremely relevant to our state and district-level politics. This is one of those times. Supreme Court Draft Decision re: Roe v. Wade … Read more
Over a period of about 21 hours, a Democratic candidate for Maricopa County Attorney, Julie Gunnigle, exceeded the 4289 (electronic) signatures that were required for her to be in the ballot in August. This was a shock to many, since the resignation of County Attorney Alister Adel had come as a surprise, and the need … Read more
Over a period of about 21 hours, a Democratic candidate for Maricopa County Attorney, Julie Gunnigle, exceeded the 4289 (electronic) signatures that were required for her to be in the ballot in August. This was a shock to many, since the resignation of County Attorney Alister Adel had come as a surprise, and the need … Read more
Redistricting is done for another decade. Maybe. There will be litigation, and changes could come, but the primary design of Arizona’s Independent Redistricting Commission (AIRC) is complete. But before this AIRC’s work fades from our memory, we should consider what could be improved for the future. Here, I’ll comment on one aspect of the process: … Read more
The Arizona voters approved a promise made by Prop. 106. The 2000 Prop. 106 promised fair and competitive districts to be drawn by members of the Arizona Independent Redistricting Commission (AIRC). There are serious flaws in the construction of the Commission and the appointment process. That will have to be an article for another day. … Read more