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SUMMARY:LD 17 Senate candidate Edgar Soto & JP Kristel Foster at TVVDC meeting
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n“Join the Tanque Verde Dems Drop-In on Saturday\, May 9th at 10:30am featuring candidates: Edgar Soto for LD17 Senate and Kristel Foster for Justice of the Peace Precinct 8. It will be held at the Kirk-Bear Canyon Library\, 8959 E Tanque Verde Rd. Go to http://tanqueverdedems.org for updates.” \n\n\n\nEdgar Soto\n\n\n\nJP Kristel Foster\, Precinct 8\n\n\n\nCarolyn’s note: Edgar Soto ran for Pima County Supervisor District 3 in the 4 way Dem primary of July\, 2024. Edgar came in 2nd. He is now running for the open Senate seat in LD 17\, since Senator Vince Leach (R) is retiring. He will face the winner of the July 21st Republican primary in the General Election. \n\n\n\nFoster was elected to Justice of the Peace seat for Precinct 8 in Nov. 2022. Prior to this she served 2 terms (8 years) on the Tucson United School District governing board (nonpartisan\, unpaid position) from 2013 thru 2020.  She is a teacher by trade\, not an attorney.
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/ld-17-senate-candidate-edgar-soto-jp-kristel-foster-at-tvvdc-meeting/
LOCATION:Kirk Bear Canyon Library\, 8959 E. Tanque Verde Rd.\, Tucson\, Arizona\, 85749
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SUMMARY:I.C.E. Out Community Assembly
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\nLocation: First Christian Church. 740 E Speedway Blvd. \n\n\n\nTogether\, we can put an end to the cruelty of immigration enforcement. With this intention\, we organize ourselves to defend our communities and care for each other. \n\n\n\nThis is a participatory meeting with small group discussions to make real plans together. \n\n\n\nAnyone who wants a world free of oppression and exploitation is welcome. Bring your loved ones and your ideas\, big or small. Everyone has something to offer. If you’re not sure\, please come! \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n“Organizer: Community Organized \n\n\n\nEvery 2nd Saturday. Childcare and English/Spanish interpretation provided. \n\n\n\nGather to imagine\, make plans\, and take action.”
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/i-c-e-out-community-assembly-4/
LOCATION:First Christian Church\, 740 E Speedway Blvd.\, Tucson\, Arizona\, 85719
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SUMMARY:Attorney Mark Robert Gordon\, candidate for CD 1 at DGT
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n“Please join us for a lively discussion and QA with Mark about his campaign for the open seat in AZ’s CD 1 on Monday.\, May 11th at Noon via Zoom. \n\n\n\nYou Must Register in Advance for this Event:\n\n\n\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/4varcU6MRgaeOCEjXBo0lQ\n\n\n\nMark Robert Gordon is a longtime voting and civil rights advocate\, Democratic leader\, and union activist. Mark grew up in North Central Phoenix\, the son of a disabled WWII veteran and a public school teacher. He attended Phoenix public schools and put himself through Princeton\, Columbia Law\, and Harvard by working part-time jobs and earning scholarships. \n\n\n\nFor more than 30 years\, Mark has worked as a voting rights attorney and advocate\, leading voter protection efforts across the country and founding a voting rights organization dedicated to electing pro-democracy leaders. He’s even taken that commitment to protecting democracy abroad\, delivering humanitarian aid to war-torn Ukraine on three missions. \n\n\n\nA small business owner and proud union member for over 30 years\, Mark was elected as National Chair of the DNC Small Business Council\, where he brings real-world experience to advocate for policies that support workers and small businesses. He’s running for Congress to bring honest\, experienced leadership to Arizona’s First Congressional District.” \n\n\n\nCarolyn’s note: CD 1 in Phoenix will be the open seat to be vacated by current Republican Congressman David Schweikert who is running for AZ Governor against another Congressman Andy Biggs in the primary. There are 5 Dems in the July 21 primary for CD 1 including Mark Robert Gordon\, who has run for AZ Sec. of State in the past. List of the five Dem candidates are here: https://apps.arizona.vote/electioninfo/Election/68. Their Citizens Clean Elections Commission debate will be on June 23. Their Arizona PBS Horizon debate is scheduled for June 9.  \n\n\n\nVoter stats for CD1: Dems 135\,963; Republicans 196\,411; Independents 169\,009.
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/mark-robert-gordon-candidate-for-cd-1-at-dgt/
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SUMMARY:"Free Speech\, Right Speech & the Protection of Our Planet" at Sustainable Tucson meeting
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\nFree Speech\, Right Speech\, and the Protection of Our Planet\n\n\n\nTuesday\, May 12\, 6:00 pmZoom: <https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85728582913?pwd=ZzA8oG8gyF3rn6hNUkIyU9be3Xk3Mk.1>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n“It would be hard to identify an issue more pressing than the preservation of our precious planet. To complicate things\, there is a gnawing sense that we are running out of time and the task is now impossible. The First Amendment gives us wide berth to advocate for the survival of life on Earth. But is anger-fueled or sensational speech skillful and effective? What do our spiritual traditions\, including Buddhism\, have to say about “right speech”? And how might its tenets be employed to help us protect the planet — and keep our sanity? This talk by David Bodney aims to shed some light on these issues.\n\n\n\nOur Speaker:David J. Bodney serves as Senior Counsel at Ballard Spahr LLP\, where he practices media and constitutional law\, and teaches media law as a Professor of Practice at the College of Law at UA. A graduate of Yale College (B.A.\, ’76) and the University of Virginia (J.D./M.A.\, Foreign Affairs\, ’79)\, he served as a legislative aide to Sen. John V. Tunney (D – CA) and began his legal practice at Brown & Bain (now Perkins Coie) in Phoenix.\n\n\n\nHe served as editor and general counsel to New Times (1990-92)\, spent 22 years developing an international media law practice at Steptoe & Johnson LLP\, and founded the Media and Entertainment Law Group at Ballard Spahr in 2014. David was drawn to Arizona in substantial part to practice Indian law\, and he has represented one tribe on a wide array of issues\, including natural resources and water law\, for over 30 years\, a relationship that began through his partnership at Steptoe with Bruce Babbitt. His professional bio can be found at www.ballardspahr.com. In 2020\, David moved to Tucson\, where he continues to practice and teach—a move that has allowed him to deepen his 50-year practice of Zen Buddhism through Upaya Tucson\, an affiliate of the Upaya Zen Center of Santa Fe\, New Mexico.”
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/free-speech-right-speech-the-protection-of-our-planet/
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SUMMARY:Democratic Az Superintendent of Public Instruction candidates debate
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\nAz Citizens Clean Elections Commission debate for 2 Dems running for Az Superintendent of Public Instruction in the July 21 Primary. Winner will face off in Nov. 3rd General Election with winner of Republican primary\, either incumbent Supe Tom Horne or Az Treasurer Kimberly Yee. Dem candidates are all political newcomers. \n\n\n\nDr. Michael Butts\, https://www.electmdb.com/ (name removed due to candidate challenge per CCEC and SOS website) \n\n\n\nBrett Newby\, https://www.brettnewby.com/ \n\n\n\nDr. Teresa Ruiz\, https://www.drruizforarizona.com/ \n\n\n\nhttps://www.azcleanelections.gov/debate-information Both candidates have indicated their participation per CCEC website.  \n\n\n\nBrett Newby\n\n\n\nDr. Teresa Leyba Ruiz
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/democratic-az-superintendent-of-public-instruction-candidates-debate/
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SUMMARY:Democratic LD 20 Senate & House candidates debate
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger  \n\n\n\nAz Citizens Clean Elections debate for LD20 prior to July 21 primary. No Republicans running in LD 20 so the winners for both Senate and House seats will be decided in the Primary. \n\n\n\n2 Dem challengers for open LD 20 Senate seat. (Senator Sally Gonzales is termed out\, running for House seat. ) Awaiting result of an appeal from lawsuit filed by Rocque against Alma over her unpaid campaign fees over the years. Alma Hernandez\, House Rep.\, sister to LD 21 House Rep. Consuelo Hernandez\, brother is former House Rep. Daniel Hernandez\, https://www.almaforarizona.org/about_alma \n\n\n\nRocque Perez\, former Tucson Ward 5 Councilmember in 2025\, https://www.rocqueperez.com/ \n\n\n\nLD 20 House Rep. Alma Hernandez\n\n\n\nRocque Perez\n\n\n\n______________ \n\n\n\n4 way Dem primary in LD20 for 2 House seats.  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nGenoveva Diaz\, political newcomer\, https://diazforarizona.com/ \n\n\n\nSally Gonzales\, Senator\, https://www.facebook.com/AZStateHouse \n\n\n\nBen Koehler\, political newcomer\, https://benforaz.com/ \n\n\n\nBetty Villegas\, incumbent\, https://www.bettyvillegasaz.com/ \n\n\n\nGenoveva Diaz\n\n\n\nLD 20 Senator Sally Gonzales\n\n\n\nBen Koehler\n\n\n\nLD 20 House Rep. Betty Villegas\n\n\n\nhttps://www.azcleanelections.gov/debate-information. All 6 candidates have indicated their participation.
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/democratic-ld-20-senate-house-candidates-debate/
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SUMMARY:AZ Luminaria's Making Moves for Local News
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent by AZ Luminaria \n\n\n\nSunshine Wine\, 15 N. Santa Rita Ave.\, Tucson 85719 \n\n\n\nPublic  · Anyone on or off Facebook \n\n\n\n“Join the Arizona Luminaria team to close out spring together. Raise a glass — you’re the reason local news keeps shining \n\n\n\nThis spring\, you helped us listen\, learn and light a path for Southern Arizona. Now let’s celebrate together. \n\n\n\nJoin the Arizona Luminaria team on the beautiful patio of Sunshine Wine for an evening of community\, conversation and good cheer. This is our thank you — to the members\, donors and neighbors who make truly local\, community-centered journalism possible. \n\n\n\nWe’ll raise a glass (be among the first to try the new Sunshine Wine Summer Spritz!)\, share stories\, and dance to the sounds of local DJ Knight Moves — who will also challenge you to a game of chess while they spin. Sunshine Wine brings the perfect backdrop: local wines\, seasonal bites and a space that knows how to bring community together. \n\n\n\nLocal news takes all of us. You are the reason we keep shining the light.” \n\n\nRegister on Eventbrite
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/az-luminarias-making-moves-for-local-news/
LOCATION:Sunshine Wine\, 15 N. Santa Rita Ave.\, Tucson\, Arizona\, 85719
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SUMMARY:Secular AZ talk - "Furious Minds: The Making of the MAGA New Right"
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDr. Laura Field: Furious Minds: The Making of the MAGA New Right\n\n\n\nMay 15 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pmWebinar \n\n\n\n“Please join us on May 15 at noon (AZT) as we welcome Dr. Laura Field to discuss her new book Furious Minds: The Making of the MAGA New Right. \n\n\n\nRegister for this virtual presentation \n\n\n\nDonald Trump is not a big thinker\, but his 2016 presidential victory presented a grand opportunity for people who are\, and it set off a radicalization and reconfiguration of the American conservative intellectual world. In Furious Minds\, Laura Field chronicles the rise of the New Right—the network of academics\, public intellectuals\, and influencers who provide ideological fuel to Trumpism\, and to Vice President JD Vance. Perhaps above all else\, the MAGA New Right is engaged in a vast culture war against modern liberal pluralism. Field will discuss what inspired her to write the book and provide an overview of the ideological radicalization that is shaping contemporary politics in American and around the world. \n\n\n\nLaura K. Field is an associate with the Illiberalism Studies Program at George Washington University\, a nonresident fellow at the Brookings Institution\, and visiting scholar in residence at American University. A political theorist by training\, she holds a PhD in government from the University of Texas at Austin\, and has held faculty positions at Rhodes College in Memphis\, Georgetown University\, and American University in Washington\, DC. In addition to her academic work she has written for The New Republic\, Politico\, The Bulwark\, Le Monde\, The New York Times and The Atlantic. Her book Furious Minds: The Making of the MAGA New Right is now out with Princeton University Press. She lives in Washington\, DC. “
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/secular-az-talk-furious-minds-the-making-of-the-maga-new-right/
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SUMMARY:ADLCC House Party hosted by former State Senator Kristen Engel
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n“Come join us for a fundraiser to help flip one of the most critical state legislatures in America alongside Former State Senator Kirsten Engel!”Carolyn’s note:  Kristen was a State Senator and House Rep. in then -LD 10\, prior to running twice for CD 6. She was a UA Environmental Law professor for a # of years. \n\n\n\nGet Tickets Here!Info on ADLCC: https://adlcc.com/
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/adlcc-house-party-hosted-by-former-state-senator-kristen-engel/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260516T080000
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SUMMARY:Protest at Juan Ciscomani's office
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSaturday Protest Outside Ciscomani’s Office\n\n\n\nMay 16 @ 8:00 am – 11:00 am \n\n\n\nJoin us on Saturdays as early as 8AM at the corner of Pima and Swan\, where we be protesting peacefully outside Rep. Ciscomani’s office. With our presence and our signs\, we will tell him to properly represent his constituency\, and uphold the constitution! We will have extra signs; chillin’ chairs; and a letter-writing station for you to write a letter to Ciscomani and deliver it personally to his office! Indivisible Tucson’s Pressure Ciscomani Team and others will have information tables at these events. Please join us to protest Rep. Ciscomani’s voting record and hypocritical messaging. RSVP if you like\, but no need to – just show up any Saturday morning! \n\n\n\nJoin the FUN – https://youtube.com/shorts/NMwCDwp55aQ \n\n\n\nSee you there!
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/protest-at-juan-ciscomanis-office-2/
LOCATION:Congressman Juan Ciscomani’s office\, 1636 N. Swan Rd.\, Tucson\, Arizona\, 85712
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SUMMARY:Az Dems AANHPI Cactus Club
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTime\n\n\n\nSaturday\, May 16 \n\n\n\n2 – 3:30pm MST \n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\nThis event’s address is private.Sign up for more details. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this event\n\n\n\n“You are invited to the Arizona Democratic Party’s Cactus Club Event\, hosted by the ADP AAPI Caucus in Mesa\, AZ. \n\n\n\nJoin us for an afternoon of conversation\, community\, amazing food\, and words from both Tempe City Councilwoman Arlene Chin and Arizona State Representative Junelle Cavero!  \n\n\n\nPlus\, meet the new ADP AAPI Caucus Chair and ASU Dem President Dhruv Rebba! \n\n\n\nBring a friend or three. \n\n\n\nMesa\, AZ Restaurant (Location Upon RSVP) Saturday\, May 16th\, 2026 2:00-3:30pm.” \n\n\n\nCarolyn’s note: AAPI stands for Asian American Pacific Islanders; AANHPI stands for Asian American Native Hawaiian Pacific Islanders. I’m Asian/Japanese American from Hawaii. Councilwoman Arlene Chin is Chinese American and LD 11 Rep. Junelle Cavero is Filipina American.
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/az-dems-aanhpi-cactus-club/
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SUMMARY:Afternoon of Fun with Fitz
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCarolyn’s note:  Fitz was a cartoonist at the AZ Daily Star for decades\, and has continued his activism into his retirement.
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/afternoon-of-fun-with-fitz/
LOCATION:Madera Clubhouse at Quail Creek\, 2055 E. Quail Crossing Blvd.\, Green Valley\, AZ\, 85614\, United States
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SUMMARY:Community Sing
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n“Hi  Lover of Song\, \n\n\n\nThe Month of May has begun. International Workers’ Day (May First)\, Pete Seeger’s Birthday\, Cinco de Mayo and Mother’s Day will have passed but will not be forgotten when we meet on May 17 to sing.   \n\n\n\nLooking for some more to sing about I see May is Mental Health Awareness Month\, Jewish American Heritage Month\,  Bicycle Month\, National Burger Month\, and international Huntington’s Awareness month (thinking Woody Guthrie) \n\n\n\nSo let’s see with what fruit and flower basket of songs we can celebrate. \n\n\n\nJoin me? \n\n\n\nTed Warmbrand  \n\n\n\nFREE COMMUNITY SING \n\n\n\nSUNDAY MAY 17 \n\n\n\n2:30-4 PM \n\n\n\nPIMA FRIENDS MEETING HALL \n\n\n\n931 N 5TH AVE
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/community-sing-2/
LOCATION:Pima Friends Meeting House\, 931 N. 5th Avenue\, Tucson\, Arizona\, 85706
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SUMMARY:Happy Hour with DGT
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDemocrats of Greater Tucson Happy HourDATE: May 20th\, 2026TIME: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PMLOCATION: Brother John’s Beer Bourbon & BBQ\, 1801 N Stone Ave\, Tucson\, AZ 85705\n\n\n\n“Want to get involved in your local political scene? Spend time with a wonderful group of fellow Democrats? Enjoy some good food? \n\n\n\nJoin us at Brother John’s Beer\, Bourbon & BBQ’s Bourbon Lounge for drinks and great conversation\, and make some new friends! \n\n\n\nCome meet our Mystery Guests!We’ll have a mystery guest at every happy hour\, and you might get a chance to meet local\, city\, state\, and even national volunteers\, activists\, and organizers. \n\n\n\nCome have a conversation you won’t have anywhere else\, and feel free to bring a plus one! We can’t wait to see you there!”
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/happy-hour-with-dgt/
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SUMMARY:Special LD 17 Happy Hour with DGT
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n“TheDGT.org and Legislative District 17 are partnering up to bring you a very special in-person Happy Hour event on Weds\, May 27th at 4-6pm at Brother John’s Beer. Bourbon\, and BBQ! We were so darn pleased with the enthusiasm and energy at our last partnered Happy Hour with Vets Forward\, we decided to do another one with Arizona’s Legislative District 17 to focus on our fantastic slate of Democratic candidates for the Arizona State House and Senate in that district. Come and join us to meet these wonderful folks who are going to turn the Arizona legislature Blue this fall! \n\n\n\nPlease help us estimate our head-count for Brother John’s by pre-registering through Mobilize:\n\n\n\nhttps://mobilize.us/s/nmpzAj\n\n\n\nAttendance and pre-registration is FREE\, as always. This event would be a GREAT opportunity for you to personally hand a check to your chosen candidate or candidates\, so don’t forget your checkbook! Hope to see you there!” \n\n\n\nCarolyn’s note: LD 17 Senate is an open seat with retirement of Republican Senator Vince Leach. Edgar Soto ran for District 3 Pima County Supervisor in July 2024 Dem primary (came in 2nd in 4 way race). He will face off in the General Election with the winner of the July 21 Republican primary. \n\n\n\nIncumbent Dem LD 17 Rep. Kevin Volk holds one of the House seats\, so Dem Holly Lyon is trying to unseat current 2nd term Republican Rachel Jones Keshel for that other seat. Lyon ran for a House seat in then-LD 11 in 2014. \n\n\n\nCurrent voter stats for LD 17: Dems 51\,352\, Republicqns 69\,636\, Independents 60\, 613.
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/special-ld-17-happy-hour-with-dgt/
LOCATION:Brother John’ s Beer\, Bourbon & Barbecue\, 1801 N. Stone Ave.\, Tucson\, Arizona\, 85705\, United States
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SUMMARY:Democratic LD 21 House candidates debate
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n4 way Dem primary for 2 House seats in LD 21.  This is Citizens Clean Elections Debate prior to the July 21 primary. There is one Republican challenger to face in the General Election. \n\n\n\nConsuelo Hernandez\, incumbent\, sister to LD 20 House Rep. Alma Hernandez\, and former House Rep. Daniel Hernandez\, https://www.consueloforarizona.com/ \n\n\n\nMaritza Higuera\, political newcomer\, https://maritzaforaz.com/ \n\n\n\nMiranda Lopez\, political newcomer\, https://lopezforarizona.com/ \n\n\n\nStephanie Stahl Hamilton\, incumbent\, also former LD10 House Rep.\, https://stahlhamiltonforaz.com/ \n\n\n\nLD 21 House Rep. Consuelo Hernandez\n\n\n\nMaritza Higuera\n\n\n\nMiranda Lopez\n\n\n\nLD 21 House Rep. Stephanie Stahl Hamilton\n\n\n\nhttps://www.azcleanelections.gov/debate-information (link indicates that all four candidates will be participating in this debate).
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/democratic-ld-21-house-candidates-debate/
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SUMMARY:14th Annual PCDP Udall dinner
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nUdall Dinner 2026\n\n\n\nSave the date!  \n\n\n\n“The Pima County Democratic Party’s 14th annual Udall Dinner will take place on the evening of Saturday May 30th. \n\n\n\nReserve your table or ticket now. \n\n\n\nGuest Speakers\, Award Winners & Master of Ceremonies to be announced! \n\n\n\nGeneral questions: director@pimadems.org \n\n\n\nWe will of course accept a check made out to: Pima County Democratic Party for “Udall 2026”. \n\n\n\nMail Checks to 2302 E Speedway Blvd. Suite 106. Tucson\, AZ 85719.” \n\n\n\nhttps://secure.actblue.com/donate/udall2026 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCarolyn’s note: Nick Mansour is the Dem candidate running for AZ Treasurer\, an open seat since current Republican Treasurer Kimberly Yee is running for AZ Superintendent of Public Instruction. Mansour will face off with the winner of the Republican primary for Treasurer on July 21. \n\n\n\nDavid Fitzsimmons aka Fitz is a retired cartoonist from AZ Daily Star.  \n\n\n\nNick & David will be joining an already incredible lineup including:\n\n\n\nSecretary of State Adrian FontesCongresswoman Adelita Grijalva (CD 7)Congressional Candidate JoAnna Mendoza  (CD 6)& others to be announced!
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/14th-annual-pcdp-udall-dinner/
LOCATION:Desert Diamond Casino\, 7350 S. Nogales Hwy\, Tucson\, Arizona\, 85756
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SUMMARY:Champagne Brunch with Arizona Sec. of State Adrian Fontes in Tucson
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n“On Sunday\, May 31st\, we will be hosting an event marking 10 years of public service for Secretary of State Adrian Fontes.In early 2016\, Adrian announced his run for Maricopa County Recorder to defeat the longtime Republican Recorder Helen Purcell. That moment marked the start of something special and meaningful and the beginning of a long career defined by selfless service in the name of the public good.We owe Adrian a great deal for his leadership in protecting our voter rolls and safeguarding Arizonans’ private information\, and we want to make sure this is a night to remember for him and for everyone in attendance.To help make that possible\, RSVP today to celebrate with Adrian! We look forward to celebrating with you!”Carolyn’s note: Arizona Sec. of State Adrian Fontes (D) was elected in Nov. 2022 and is up for re-election in November. He served as Maricopa County Recorder in 2017 to 2021. \n\n\n\nClick Here to Get Tickets 
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/champagne-brunch-with-arizona-sec-of-state-adrian-fontes-in-tucson/
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SUMMARY:Celebrate Juneteenth in Tempe
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n“Join us as we commemorate Juneteenth\, honoring the end of slavery in the United States and celebrating Black history\, culture\, and community. This year’s event will feature performances\, local historians\, storytellers\, and opportunities to learn and reflect on Arizona’s Black history and its lasting impact. Sunday\, June 14\, 2026 | 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.Embassy Suites Tempe4400 S Rural Rd\, Tempe\, AZ 85282We invite you to gather with us for a meaningful day of remembrance and celebration. “\n\n\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/celebrate-juneteenth-in-tempe/
LOCATION:Embassy Suites Tempe\, 4400 S. Rural Rd.\, Tempe\, Arizona\, 85282
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SUMMARY:Republican Gubernatorial debate
DESCRIPTION:AZ Citizens Clean Elections Commission is hosting a debate for the 4 male Republicans running in the July 21 AZ Primary for Governor. The winner will face off with Democratic Governor Katie Hobbs\, running for re-election.  There are also Green and No Labels (Independent) candidates running.  \n\n\n\nAndy Biggs\, CD 1 Congressman \n\n\n\nKen Miceli\, businessman \n\n\n\nScott Neely\, businessman \n\n\n\nDavid Schweikert\, CD 5 Congressman \n\n\n\nhttps://www.azcleanelections.gov/debate-information (all 4 candidates will be participating in the debate).
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/republican-gubernatorial-debate/
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SUMMARY:"Rustin" film showing for Juneteenth
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/ruskin-film-showing-for-juneteenth/
LOCATION:Dunbar Pavilion\, 325 W. 2nd Street\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85705\, United States
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SUMMARY:Tucson Juneteenth celebration 2026
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n“Tucson\, we’re calling in the helpers\, the do-ers\, the legacy builders.  \n\n\n\nThe Tucson Juneteenth Festival is growing\, blooming\, and stepping into a new season — and we can’t do it without community hands guiding the way. \n\n\n\nIf your spirit pulls you toward service… if you believe in honoring our history while shaping tomorrow… if you’re ready to be part of something bigger than yourself… \n\n\n\nwe want you on the team. \n\n\n\nWe’re recruiting volunteers across every committee — from education to logistics\, entertainment to fundraising\, vendors to social media. Whether you love teaching\, organizing\, uplifting artists\, welcoming guests\, or just making sure things run smooth\, there’s a place for you. \n\n\n\n Your time becomes tradition. Your service becomes legacy. \n\n\n\nJoin us\, and let’s build the 2025 Festival together. \n\n\n\nTo sign up or learn more\, drop a comment or message us directly. \n\n\n\nThe gates are open\, fam — come be part of the movement. \n\n\n\nemail info@tucsonjune19.org or go to: \n\n\n\nhttps://forms.gle/TqMy3T87DtNmakdd8 to sign up.”
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/tucson-juneteenth-celebration-2026/
LOCATION:Kino Sports Complex\, 2500 E. Ajo Way\, Tucson\, Arizona\, 85713
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260721T060000
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SUMMARY:Arizona Primary election
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\nUp for election this year 2026 are 9 Az Congressional seats (2 year terms); \n\n\n\nArizona state offices\, including 2 on Az Corporation Commission (Kevin Thompson\, Nick Myers); \n\n\n\nAll Arizona Senate (30) and House (60) legislative offices (for 2 year terms); \n\n\n\nOne seat (District 5) on Pima County Bd. of Supervisors (Andres Cano appointed for remainder of a term); \n\n\n\nsome School districts including two on TUSD Governing Board (Jennifer Eckstrom & Val Romero); \n\n\n\nEarly ballots go out on June 24\, 2026. Stay tuned for primary candidate info for Dem and Republican parties. \n\n\n\nhttps://azsos.gov/elections/calendar-dates \n\n\n\ncandidate listings: \n\n\n\nhttps://apps.arizona.vote/electioninfo/Election/68
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/arizona-primary-election/
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