Is ‘wave’ permanent? That’s a political question, not a hairstyle
WASHINGTON - Democrats made impressive inroads in Arizona on Election Day, but experts say it may be too early to determine whether the voting was a "blue wave" - or just "blue-ish."
‘Long time coming’: Latino voters help flip Arizona, tighten key races
PHOENIX – Arizona appears to have selected a Democratic presidential candidate for the first time since Bill Clinton’s reelection in 1996. Latino voters have been mobilizing since the state enacted the divisive immigration law known as SB 1070 in 2010.
As most House members head to reelection, Schweikert trails Tipirneni
WASHINGTON - Democratic challenger Hiral Tipirneni clung to a narrow lead Tuesday over embattled Rep. David Schweikert, R-Fountain Hills, in early returns in the race for Arizona's 6th District seat in Congress.
Proposition 208 on path to victory; would provide school funds that legislators have not
Proposition 208, which has roots in the statewide Red for Ed movement two years ago, would provide millions for public education by imposing a surtax on earnings over $250,000 for individuals and $500,000 for couples. Opponents say this is no time for tax hikes on anyone.
Kelly leads McSally after high-profile, high-cost campaign for Senate
WASHINGTON - Senate Democratic challenger Mark Kelly opened a sizable lead in early returns Tuesday over Republican Sen. Martha McSally, who was desperately fighting to hold the seat she was appointed to just two years ago.
Arizona on path to approve Prop 207 to legalize marijuana, clear criminal records
PHOENIX – Arizona voters appeared poised to approve the legalization of recreational marijuana, with the Associated Press declaring the measure had passed Tuesday night. The measure also would allow certain marijuana offenders to seek to have their criminal records expunged.
Officials ‘braced for the worst,’ but report little voter intimidation
WASHINGTON - Elections officials feared cases of voter intimidation would mar Election Day in Arizona, but said Tuesday they had seen few problems over the course of the day and that the issues they did encounter were quickly resolved.
Maricopa County voters lean toward Democrats for sheriff, county attorney
PHOENIX – Democrats took an early lead for some of the most high-profile offices in a county that has historically leaned Republican. Maricopa County also saw historic turnout for this election.
Blue wave in the Grand Canyon State: Biden, Kelly projected winners as Arizona takes center stage in 2020
PHOENIX – Amid a pandemic that changed the way Americans live and vote, Joe Biden was called the winner over Donald Trump in Arizona, leading a blue wave that flipped the longtime Republic stronghold to a Democratic presidential candidate for only the second time since 1952.
Party? Hardly. COVID-19 puts a damper on post-election celebrations
WASHINGTON - In an election year like no other, election night Tuesday will look like no other as campaigns scramble to find pandemic-safe ways to gather supporters together to celebrate their hard work and to announce a victory. Or a concession.
Campaign donors gladly put their money where candidates’ mouths are
WASHINGTON - All politics may be local, but it's also personal for donors who put their money - often again and again, only a few dollars at a time - where candidates' mouths are, helping presidential campaigns raise $25.7 million in Arizona this year.
Election updates: Voters defy COVID, misgivings to make their voices heard
Millions of Arizona residents have already voted in this swing state but people are showing up in person at polls around Arizona to vote for President Trump or Joe Biden for president, for or against Proposition 207 to legalize recreational marijuana and Prop 208 to fund education.
