Drowning Public Education in the Bathtub
January 10, 2023
Those of you who’ve been around a while will remember lobbyist Grover Norquist, who founded Americans for Tax Reform in 1985. This was during the Reagan years when government was seen as a drag on the free market. Norquist is probably best known for this quote in 2001: “I don’t want to abolish government. I
Why Do Conservatives and Liberals Hold Conflicting Views on Policing in America?
January 10, 2023
There is a widely held and little examined stereotype among many that the GOP is pro-police and Dems are anti-police: this is entirely wrong, of course. I have a take on that cheap trope that could prove useful: as a former criminal prosecutor, I have what I believe to be a realistic viewpoint on police,
New faces on PCC Governing Board
January 10, 2023
On Jan. 3, 2023 Pima County School Superintendent Dustin Williams appointed Dr. Wade McLean to the District 1 vacancy on the Pima Community College Governing Board. Former Board member Catherine Ripley resigned in November after serving for 2 years. Excerpt from their press release: “Dr. McLean is former Superintendent of the Marana Unified School District
White Christian Nationalist GQP State Legislators Target The LGBTQ Community In A Coordinated Nationwide Assault
January 10, 2023
Above: The Emmy-winning reality competition series “Rupaul’s Drag Race,” is in its 16th season. RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 16 Episode Guide. White Christian Nationalist Republican state legislators are bringing the hate again this year for the LGBTQ community out of their ignorance, fear and religious bigotry. This is a coordinated nationwide effort in Republican controlled
Steven Gallardo Will Partner with all 15 County Chairs to Make the Grand Canyon State Blue
January 10, 2023
Maricopa County Supervisor Steven Gallardo has declared his candidacy to become the next Chairperson of the Arizona Democratic Party. For over 20 years I have fought back against Russell Pearce, Kari Lake, Donald Trump, and other far-right extremists who continue to attack our Democracy. As your State Chair, I will grow our Democratic party and
In her first State of the State, Governor Katie Hobbs Outlines Her Priorities for a “Resilient, Innovative and Prosperous Arizona for Everyone”
January 9, 2023
In a call for Arizonans and their public servants “to work together to make a significant impact in the lives and communities of this state today and for years to come by lowering costs and investing in public education, securing our water future, tackling the affordable housing crisis, and other real issues that are holding
“Who Is This New MAGA Representative Eli Crane?” You Might Wonder After the Speaker Fiasco
January 9, 2023
You can find the basic facts about Eli Crane in his Wikipedia entry, but this post will go well beyond those facts. Let’s start with a little background on the Congressional District in which Crane was elected. Congressional District 2 was redistricted into existence in the 2021 round of redistricting. It was previously represented by
George Santos: Just Another Self-Hating Minority Riding MAGA Coattails
January 8, 2023
It appears newly-elected Congressman George Santos (R-NY) made a white power symbol while in the House Chambers. Now before you say, “Stahhhhhp. No, he did not!,” I’ll explain. No one casually rests a hand in this awkward, backward position. It’s purposeful, made as a public statement, as in “Wink, wink. Nudge, nudge.” to MAGA buddies.
