Crossposted from DemocraticDiva.com
Per Howie Fischer of Capitol Media Services:
In a new formal opinion, [AZ Attorney General] Brnovich acknowledged there are laws prohibiting the use of public funds to influence the outcome of elections — a restriction he noted that applies even before a proposal has qualified for the ballot.
But Brnovich said no law prohibits public education campaigns — even ones that are not fair and balanced. He said even one-sided arguments are permitted “so long as they do not unambiguously urge the electorate to cast a vote for or against the measure.”
The opinion is a significant victory for Yavapai County Attorney Sheila Polk.