Posted by AzBlueMeanie: Apparently there is a special exemption in Arizona law for reckless speeding in excess of the posted speed limit of which I was totally unaware: "it's OK if you're a Republican" IOKIYAR Who knew? This may lead to a new black market in fake voter ID cards. "See officer, I'm a Republican." … Read more
by David SafierAs I read the latest on the budget (it passed both Senate and House, if you haven't read the morning news), I have to keep in mind that I'm not a politician, so I don't understand the subtleties of the game. I've said before, I don't play three dimensional chess, so all this … Read more
Posted by AzBlueMeanie: Now that the GOP insane clown possee leadership has passed its "practice budget" the real fun and games are set to begin next week. This is the time of year that the GOP Taliban wages jihad against their fellow Arizonans. GOP Taliban bills that have backed up in a log jam in … Read more
Posted by AzBlueMeanie: The main budget bill passed the House on a 32-24 vote, one vote more than needed. Legislature OKs budget but will talk with Brewer No Democrats voted for this turkey of a GOP budget. Three Republicans broke with party ranks and voted against the spending plans: Representatives Bill Konopnicki of Safford, Doug … Read more
by David SafierI'd only heard about this second hand, so I didn't post about it, but now the Arizona Guardian has an article saying, Sen. John Huppenthal has been collecting signatures for a campaign for Superintendent of Public Instruction in violation of state election law. I don't have one of those pricey subscriptions to the … Read more