by Carolyn Classen, blogger "We Democrats of Greater Tucson reverence and honor those who have given their last full measure of devotion to America’s experiment in human freedom and flourishing. Despite our ongoing and sometimes glaring deficiencies, we are still the essential nation that protects the world order that has created the most prosperous and ... Read more
Michael Bryan knows that the news environment is experiencing huge upheaval. Social media is playing a much bigger role in Americans’ news diets, while many traditional media outlets have shed staff or folded altogether. Register for this insightful program: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUldumuqjwrE9w3JwYrVQwhGvdpCA27xyXg In just three years, the share of U.S. adults who say they regularly get news from TikTok has more than quadrupled, ... Read more
by Carolyn Classen, blogger Action Alert!Mission:We are a community organization that stimulates and promotes democratic values. "Update on Hudbay Mineral’s Copper World Complex in the Santa Rita Mountainspresented byRob Peters Executive Director of Save the Scenic Santa RitasWednesday, May 29,1:30 pm Madera Clubhouse Ballroom (Quail Creek)The massive mining operation could destroy the Santa Ritas and have ... Read more
by Carolyn Classen, blogger LD 21 Incumbent Rep. Stephanie Stahl Hamilton (former LD 10 House Rep./Senator) and Rep. Consuelo Hernandez are being challenged by attorney Briana Ortega, a political newcomer in the July 30, 2024 primary. There is a Republican in this race, so the 2 winners for LD 21 House will face off with ... Read more
by Carolyn Classen, blogger "Arizona voters may get a chance to vote on abortion this year, but before that there are still questions about what the law is now. Join AZPM News for a town hall on abortion where the legal history in the state is explored and the current law and lawsuits are explained. ... Read more
by Carolyn Classen, blogger "Join the AZ Dems for a Tucson office opening with End Citizens United, Congressman Ruben Gallego, and Senator Mark Kelly! Come eat some great food, hear from democratic leaders, and find out how you can re-elect President Biden and support Arizona Democrats in the 2024 election!"Join the AZ Dems for a ... Read more
by Carolyn Classen, blogger You are invited to a Community Special Event Sponsored by Tucson Residents for Responsive Government GOOD-BYE, Michael and Steve; HELLO, Tim Saturday, June 1, 2024 Ward 6 Community Room, 3202 E. First St. 1:00-2:30 "2024 has become the year of transition. Residents are losing the two City of Tucson officials who were most ... Read more
by Carolyn Classen, blogger Event by Southern Arizona AIDS Foundation Tucson Convention Center Public · Anyone on or off Facebook "Kick-off Pride Month by joining us for the 34th Reno Gannon Jell-O Wrestling Extravaganza! We are so excited to announce that for the first time ever, Jell-O Wrestling will be held indoors at the Tucson Convention Center, ensuring ... Read more
by Carolyn Classen, blogger "Laughing Liberally returns this Sat., June 1 @ 7:30 pm. We may or may not have a verdict but we’ll have a visit from a Donald Trump. We’ll have standup from Jessie Sweeney and Tony Tony Kanani Bruhn. The policy Punchlines tickle your your improv bone and Dave Margolis and Phil ... Read more
by Carolyn Classen, blogger "Kurt is running for the Democratic nomination in a field of six Democratic candidates to defeat incumbent Republican David Schweikert and help Democrats take control of the U.S. House. Please Register in Advance for this Event: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcvfuqsqjMoE9ALJzpdrSO9QUOkRbmu2Lv9 Kurt has served as a successful senior executive in several iconic organizations including Senior ... Read more
i¿hablas español? Haga clic aquí. by Carolyn Classen, blogger "Connect, Educate, Engage — Igniting Change for a Better Future! Save Our Schools Arizona and a wide coalition of partner organizations are excited to invite you to a day of action on Saturday, June 8th, at the Pima County Action Summit! The event will take place from ... Read more
by Carolyn Classen, blogger Corporation Commission candidates Ylenia Aguilar, Jonathan Hill, & Joshua Polacheck&Pima County School Superintendent Dustin Williams. Saturday, June 8, 2024, 10:00am to 11:00 am Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87823472097?pwd=YTNwZVpFQURuWWVwYm9hVnBURmdIUT09 Joshua Polacheck "Joshua grew up across the rural West, the son of an immigrant mother and a father in the Indian Health Service. His middle and ... Read more
by Carolyn Classen, blogger Carolyn's note: Democrat Sheriff Chris Nanos was appointed by Pima County Bd. of Supervisors to Pima County Sheriff in August 2015, but lost the Nov. 2016 election to Republican Mark Napier. Then Nanos defeated Sheriff Napier in the Nov. 2020 rematch, and is now facing a Dem primary challenge from former ... Read more
by Carolyn Classen, blogger "Please join the Tucson Agenda and The Democrats of Greater Tucson for a live and in-person Democratic debate for Pima County Treasurer candidates Sami Hamed and Brian Johnson on Saturday, June 8th at 3pm to 5pm at the Flowing Wells Library (1730 West Wetmore Road). Moderating the debate will be local reporter Curt Pendergast of the Tucson Agenda ... Read more
REGISTER HERE Sunday, June 9 Program1. Welcome2. Announcements - CEBV Team3. Legislative Update and Q&A- Melinda Iyer, CEBV Policy Director4. Special Guest: Arizona Republic Reporter Mary Jo Pitzl
by Carolyn Classen, blogger "Please join us for a conversation with Dr. Andrew Horne, who is running in the six-way primary for the Democratic nomination to defeat the MAGA Rep. David Schweikert this fall. Andrew will join us on Monday Noon on Zoom on June 10th. Please Register in Advance for this Event: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcuf-CrrTMpH9O96YxL9tt3rRETF1pfnQ3T Andrew ... Read more
What’s that Sustainable Tucson volunteer doing in my furnace closet?! Tuesday, June 11, 2024 • 6:00pm(Zoom <https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85820524591?pwd=9m15a8Ogm5d9ZgoXUO7wbMItOEM3v5.1>) Helping mitigate climate change, of course! "What’s that Sustainable Tucson volunteer doing in my furnace closet?!Helping mitigate climate change, of course! Trained volunteer Home Electrification Coaches in ST’s new Go Electric AZ (GoEAZ) program are helping Tucsonans save money and reduce emissions ... Read more
by Carolyn Classen, blogger WEDNESDAY, JUNE 12 AT 5:30PM FREE ADMISSION TICKETS AVAILABLE DAY OF AT BOX OFFICE "Highlighting the voices of the youth in Southern Arizona as told by local students. Food trucks will be available before the show. This is a rental of The Loft Cinema, presented by the Tucson Juneteenth Festival Committee." ... Read more
by Carolyn Classen,blogger Join former Congressman Ron Barber and Tucson Vice Mayor Kevin Dahl for Biden Bingo!"As a part of the Biden-Harris campaign’s national launch of our “Seniors for Biden” coalition, we would like to extend a special invitation to YOU to join us for Biden Bingo! We are excited to announce that the Honorable Congressman Ron ... Read more
by Carolyn Classen, blogger "Mariana Sandoval currently serves as one of the Representatives for LD 23. She is seeking re-nomination in July and re-election this fall. Please Register in Advance for this Event: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAtceuqqj0rGtbkVBYlgmi0i_sb34m_ttFH Representative Mariana Sandoval graduated with a degree in Interdisciplinary and Paralegal Studies from Los Angeles Mission College. Rep. Sandoval believes education ... Read more
by Carolyn Classen, blogger Election Ready: Your Basic Guide to Getting Involved in Democracy Saturday, June 15, 2024Add to Calendar 10:00AM – 11:00AM "The Arizona Citizens Clean Elections Commission in collaboration with the Pima County Recorders Office present, Election Ready: Your Basic Guide to Getting Involved in Democracy where voters will get insight into the election process, discover voter ... Read more
by Carolyn Classen, blogger Event by Tucson Juneteenth Festival Kino Sports Complex Duration: 6 hr Public · Anyone on or off Facebook TUCSON AND SOUTHERN ARIZONA, ITS TIME AGAIN!! "The 54th Annual Week-long Tucson Juneteenth Festival Celebration is returning to the Kino Sports Complex for 2024. With adjusted hours from 4 PM to 10 PM on June 15th, ... Read more
by Carolyn Classen, blogger Event by Arizona Historical Society 1300 N College Ave Tempe, AZ 85288 Tickets shorturl.at/dhoC8 Public · Anyone on or off Facebook "Save The Date for our Annual Juneteenth Celebration! Please join us on Sunday, June 16, 2024 at the Arizona Heritage Center for our Annual Juneteenth Celebration. Community members will connect with each other ... Read more
by Carolyn Classen, blogger "Briana Ortega is running for Arizona State House from District 21 in a three-way primary for two nominations for the two House seats for that district. Please Register in Advance for this Event: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0vfuiqqjopH9K9M4R5qaETCoRPJjvqZdLp Briana is an attorney, small business owner, and lifelong Southern Arizonan. Throughout her life, she has developed two ... Read more
by Carolyn Classen, blogger The incumbents are Democrat attorney Laura Conover being challenged by former US Attorney Mike Jette for Pima County Attorney, and Democrat Sheriff Chris Nanos being challenged by former Deputy Sheriff Sandy Rosenthal. The other three (Terry Frederick, Heather Lappin & Bill Phillips) for Sheriff face off in the Republican primary, all ... Read more
by Carolyn Classen, blogger Register at : https://www.tucsonhispanicchamber.org/mayors-summit UNIVERSITY PRESIDENTS: Dr. Robert Robbins, President, University of Arizona Dr. Michael Crow, President, Arizona State University Dr. Jose Luis Cruz Rivera, President, Northern Arizona University Dr. Fernando Leon Garcia, Rector, CETYS Universidad, Baja California Dr. Luis Enrique Palafox Maestre, Rector, Universidad Autonoma d Baja California Dra. Rita ... Read more
by Carolyn Classen, blogger Democrats of Greater Tucson Happy HourDATE: June 19th, 2024TIME: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PMLOCATION: Brother John’s Beer Bourbon & BBQ, 1801 N Stone Ave, Tucson, AZ 85705FREE TICKETS (Donations Welcome!) "Want to get involved in your local political scene? Spend time with a wonderful group of fellow Democrats? Enjoy some good food? Join ... Read more
by Carolyn Classen, blogger This is a harrowing tale of survival & deprivation in post-Nazi Germany in American Prisoner of War camps for 16 months. My UA Professor husband Albrecht Classen translated it and I assisted in editing it, published by the grandson of the German soldier. This book is available on amazon.com. From book ... Read more
by Carolyn Classen, blogger THURSDAY, JUNE 20 AT 11:00AM REGULAR ADMISSION PRICES PASSES ACCEPTED Experience the greatest films from Hollywood’s Golden Age back on the big screen, every week at The Loft Cinema! "12 Angry Men, by acclaimed filmmaker Sidney Lumet, may be the most radical courtroom drama in cinema history. A behind-closed-doors look at the ... Read more
by Carolyn Classen, blogger John McLean for LD 17 Senate and Kevin Volk (single shot) for LD 17 House face no opponents in the AZ Primary on July 30, 2024. They are challenging the current LD 17 Republican incumbents, who face opposition in their primaries.
by Carolyn Classen, blogger Update: AZ CCEC website indicates this debate is now cancelled, as Matt Welch has withdrawn his candidacy per AZ SOS website. LD 18 Incumbent State Senator Priya Sundareshan, elected in Nov. 2022 was facing a Dem challenger activist Matt Welch. The AZ primary is on July 30, 2024. No Republican or ... Read more
by Carolyn Classen, blogger UPDATE: this event was cancelled w/o notification to those who had signed up, including my husband. Hope they do better next time as he drove down to El Pueblo center from mid-town.
by Carolyn Classen, blogger Meet the Candidates:Vanessa Bechtol for District 4 Brian Johnson and Sami Hamed for PC Treasurer Saturday, June 22, 2024, 3 pmRoom 203, Continental Shopping Plaza, Green Valley Vanessa Bechtol is a candidate for Pima County Board of Supervisors, District 4. Vanessa’s nearly 20 years professional experience in public service includes working with nonprofit organizations focused ... Read more
by Carolyn Classen, blogger "Each year, the world celebrates World Refugee Day, the international day to honor people who have been forced to flee. Tucson is fortunate to have refugees from all over. They enrich our lives, create new businesses, and become our friends. Come learn from and about the refugees who live here for ... Read more
by Carolyn Classen, blogger For Immediate ReleaseContact: Patricia Socarras, psocarras@azdem.org ***MEDIA ADVISORY***Arizona Democrats to Rally for Abortion Access on 2nd Anniversary of Dobbs Decision ARIZONA– On the two-year anniversary of the Dobbs decision that jeopardized reproductive freedom for everyone across the country, Arizona Democrats will come together to highlight all the ways Republicans have eroded reproductive freedom ... Read more
by Carolyn Classen, blogger "Join us Monday at Noon on Zoom to meet Andrei Cherny, Democratic candidate in the intense 6 way primary for nomination in the super competitive Congressional District 1. The winner of the primary will go on to finally defeat incumbent Republican David Schweikert. See our Primary Page for other candidates’ appearances Please ... Read more
by Carolyn Classen, blogger "Reproductive Freedom Event with Vice President Kamala Harris & Special Guest Francia Raisa Two years ago, Trump's Supreme Court appointees overturned Roe, stripping away rights women had held for nearly 50 years. Dear Friend, We invite YOU to join us for a Reproductive Freedom Event on the second anniversary of the ... Read more
by Carolyn Classen, blogger UPDATE: Debate has been cancelled on CCEC website, not sure why. Usually if one candidate cancels, then the debate is still held, but both candidates must have cancelled. Found out from Clean Elections office that they could not find a convenient date from both campaigns before the primary. Really? Incumbent Laura ... Read more
by Carolyn Classen, blogger from Ward 1 Councilmember Lane Santa Cruz's e-newsletter: Día de San Juan Fiesta "Be in community, bring a friend or two, and welcome the monsoons with us! Celebrate this new season at the 26th Annual Día de San Juan Event with music, dancing, food, and more!"
Nationally-known Democratic activist and newsletter author Simon Rosenberg will discuss his new Making June Count campaign to support Democrats nationwide. He has already raised $175,000 for US Senate Candidate Ruben Gallego. Sign up in advance for LD18’s monthly general meeting on Zoom. Click https://bit.ly/LD18Rosenberg Rosenberg is the author of the Hopium Chronicles, a Democratic newsletter with 9,000 subscribers. Click on this link to ... Read more
We’re Back….More Fabulous than Ever! Join us for an evening of divine performances and fantabulous fun! This year there are two splendid shows. When: Wednesday, June 26 Afternoon Show: 3:30 pm - Click to buy tickets https://secure.actblue.com/donate/drag-extravaganza-matinee-event Evening Show: 7:00 pm - Click to buy tickets: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/drag-extravaganza-evening-event Where: Unscrewed Theater 4500 E. Speedway, Tucson, AZ ... Read more
by Carolyn Classen, blogger Time Thursday, June 27 5:15 – 8pm MST Location This event's address is private.Sign up for more details. About this event "Join AZ Dems for our Presidential Debate Watch Party in Phoenix with community leaders! Have a friend you want to bring? Share this link with them! Can’t wait to see ... Read more
by Carolyn Classen, blogger "Join AZ Dems Coordinated Campaign and the Pima County Democratic Party to connect with fellow supporters and root on Joe! Food and drinks will be provided! Date/Time: Thursday, June 27th @ 5:00pmLocation: Tucson (specific location TBA)Please RSVP HERE by Wednesday, June 26 at 5pm. SPACE IS LIMITED! Have a friend you want to bring? Share ... Read more
by Carolyn Classen, blogger' From Karin Uhlich's 6/7/24 newsletter: "In the Ward 6 office we’re bidding farewell to Ann Charles, long-time Chief of Staff. Ann wants to take more time to enjoy her precious family and no doubt find new ways to keep helping Tucson. Ann served with former Councilmember Kozachik from day one and leaves ... Read more
by Carolyn Classen, blogger "Tune in tomorrow June 27 at 6 p.m. to watch the presidential debate live with LUCHA! We’ll be streaming the debate virtually and fact-checking in real time to combat any misinformation from the candidates. Be sure to join us as we watch the sitting president and former president debate for the first time ... Read more
by Carolyn Classen, blogger " "Don’t miss the opportunity to hear from Jen Allen, Edgar Soto, and Miguel Cuevas, three of the four Democratic candidates for Pima County Supervisor District 3. This debate is your chance to learn about their visions, policy proposals, and plans for the future of our community. Engage directly with the ... Read more
by Carolyn Classen, blogger Please join us for a conversation with Miguel Cuevas, candidate for the Democratic nomination to Supervisorial District 3 of Pima County, who describes himself as proud first-generation US citizen, high school and college graduate, and homeowner in the District. Please Register in Advance for this Event: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIsc-yppj4rG9LWZF7IpLLdcXdd8MK7MB-u Miguel introduces his campaign: ... Read more
by Carolyn Classen, blogger “BAD FAITH” SCREENING & DISCUSSION WITH NANCY MACLEAN July 1 @ 5:00 pm – 7:30 pm "TUCSON: You’re invited to a watch party and discussion of Bad Faith with acclaimed author Nancy MacLean. Dr. MacClean will discuss the book after a screening of the film Bad Faith, which documents the rise of Christian nationalism in ... Read more
by Carolyn Classen, blogger Students of all ages attend for FREE Join us to celebrate America on Thursday, the 4th of July, from 4 pm to 7 pm with the Democrats of Greater Tucson. For a $25 donation, you’ll enjoy hot dogs, hamburgers, ice-cold soda and water. We have a pool so bring your swimsuit! ... Read more
