How Republicans Will Overthrow the 2024 Election

Following are highlights of “Tyranny of the Minority,” by Steven Levitsky, Professor of Government, Harvard University, presented in the April 27, 2023, Pitt Speaker Series talk. It’s pretty clear that American democracy is at a crossroads. On the one hand, we stand at the brink of multiracial democracy, which is an unparalleled achievement. On the … Read more

Tamale Bill was a Koch Ploy that Used Latinos as Props

The “tamale bill,” House Bill 2509, was ostensibly to help small families sell homemade food. But it was actually a ploy by the right-wing Americans for Prosperity, the Institute for Justice, and the Libre Initiative, which all oppose any regulation of businesses. House Bill 2509, sponsored by Republican Rep. Travis Grantham, would have expanded the list … Read more

Pima Supervisor Rex Scott Analyzes the 2022 Election

Rex Scott, the Pima County Supervisor from District 1, spoke at the Democrats of Greater Tucson meeting on November 21, 2022. Following is an edited transcript of his remarks. Highlights: Trump-endorsed extremists lost. The Republicans have eviscerated Clean Elections. Younger voters turned out for Democrats. With Katie Hobbs as Governor, Democrats will seek action on … Read more

44 Black Leaders in Arizona Endorse Katie Hobbs for Governor

This public letter below is signed by 44 Black leaders in Arizona (see below). Secretary Hobbs will be a steady hand who can guide our state toward opportunities for everyone she represents. Out of the two candidates running for governor, only one has a vision for Arizona that is based on truth and unmatched experience. … Read more