We are teetering on the edge of a MAGA shutdown that threatens devastating consequences for communities nationwide. Meanwhile, the adorable little Republicans are once again locked into a cult-driven, rage-filled mission of political maneuvering and bloodlust. It’s sheer madness. “I don’t think there’s enough time to work out a deal,” said former Congressman Ron Barber … Read more
Ten out of Fifteen Arizona Counties have lost major election officials thanks in part to MAGA-Trumpist intimidation efforts. Updates need to be made to election cybersecurity to ensure no foreign or domestic interference at the ballot. Helping get vital electoral information to voters. Strengthening Arizona’s economy by making it easier for small businesses to function. … Read more
The Biden agenda remains on track in the Senate. Senate Democrats approved a budget resolution early Wednesday morning that will allow them to pass a $3.5 trillion spending plan without GOP support later this year. Senate Democrats approve budget resolution, teeing up $3.5T spending plan: The Senate voted 50-49 to adopt the resolution, capping off … Read more
Governor Doug Ducey and Arizona Republicans are promoting a 2.5% flat tax on personal income and have included it in the budget package, currently under negotiation in the Arizona Legislature. They are also proposing that income over $250,000 for individuals and $500,000 for couples be taxed at 1%. Usually excess profits are taxed at a … Read more
Arizona’s Jeff Flake built his entire political career around getting rid of “earmarks.” Earmarks – funding for specific projects usually inserted into broad spending bills – were eliminated in 2011 by Republicans who had just recaptured the House riding a wave of Tea Party support. It was a stupid idea that made negotiations over major … Read more