When I first ran for public office, I said that our public schools needed a relentless optimist. I’m proud to say at the end of this journey as Arizona’s Superintendent, that my optimism has only grown through the work we have accomplished together at ADE. I am truly grateful for your partnership and dedication to … Read more
Democratic Candidates for the Arizona State Legislature, despite a new legislative map that tilted towards the Republicans, defied electoral expectations in 2022 and maintained their numbers of 29 House and 14 Senate seats. With many new faces in both chambers and a Democratic Governor taking the helm in the first week in January, there is … Read more
Back in 2013, Mullah Cathi Herrod and her Christian Taliban at the Center for Arizona Policy (CAP) got then-Rep. John Kavanagh (R-Fountain Hills) to sponsor its transphobic “show me your papers to pee” bill based upon ignorance, fear and loathing for a distinct class of individuals whom they want state law to sanction discrimination against … Read more
It has been an exciting year of progress for Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego, the City Council, and local residents. Among the many positive developments have been: The commencement of projects funded by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and CHIPS Act for areas like low-no emission buses, the semiconductor industry, and places like Sky Harbor Airport. Increased … Read more
In one of her final acts as Superintendent of Public Instruction, Kathy Hoffman showed why her supporters were wise to vote for her to lead Arizona’s schools in 2018 and 2022. Using federal pandemic relief funds, the Superintendent has ordered the allocation of $6.75 million to waive reduced school meal fees for families that make … Read more