Over the past 24 hours, Vladimir Putin’s intentions toward Ukraine have become clearer with his announcement yesterday that he was recognizing two eastern (separatist influenced) Ukrainian regions (Luhansk and Donetsk) as independent breakaway republics. Putin has already sent forces there. Approximately 150,000 Russian troops are massed on the Russian and Belarus borders with Ukraine. Mr. … Read more
Reaction among progressive circles to the seven to two United States Supreme Court decision upholding the constitutionality of the Affordable Care Act has been universally jubilant in Arizona and across the country. President Joe Biden issued a statement that read: “The Affordable Care Act remains the law of the land. Today’s U.S. Supreme Court decision … Read more
AZ Central reporter Maria Polleta has provided an excellent summary of what Arizona will receive from the American Rescue Plan. The Grand Canyon State is slated to receive just over $16 billion in aid. $15 billion is targeted toward state and local government assistance. Specifically, funds are earmarked for: Paying essential workers. Infrastructure projects like … Read more
President-Elect Biden and Vice President-Elect Harris have revealed their climate team for the incoming Administration. These historic selections include: Former Michigan Governor Jennifer Granholm for Secretary of Energy. New Mexico First Congressional House District Representative Deb Haaland for the Secretary of the Interior. Former E.P.A. Administrator Gina McCarthy for National Climate Advisor. Brenda Mallory for … Read more
In what will be very helpful for health care patients, students, teachers, and other rural residents in Arizona, the Grand Canyon State will receive close to $200 million in Federal Communications Commission Rural Digital Opportunity Fund Phase I Auction Grants. These monies, according to the office of Arizona Congressional District One House Representative Tom O’Halleran, … Read more