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Capitol Media Services @azcapmedia.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
Is Prop 144 a list of necessary changes to the AZ Constitution to deal with real election issues or just a Trojan Horse with some nice-sounding provisions really designed to undermine the state's long-standing practice of allowing anyone to vote early? tucson.com/news/state-r...
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KJZZ Phoenix @kjzz.org · 02/10/2026
"Just a couple of days ago, our last purchase for our school district was just over $5 a gallon. And so we could see that cost of fuel go from $240,000 up to $400,000, $500,000 if these prices continue."
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High diesel prices creating a big challenge for rural AZ school districts like Flagstaff Unified
Diesel prices are steadily increasing, affecting school districts across the state. The price jump is especially felt in rural areas, including the Flagstaff Unified School District.
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Save Our Schools Arizona @sosarizona.org · 21h
⚠️ 🗳️ Prop 320 removes local control and pushes public school districts into a one-size-fits all formula. But, districts’ needs vary widely across AZ. Spread the word - Vote #NoProp320‼️
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Prop. 320 asks voters if the state should dictate how much public schools spend in the classroom
Prop. 320 asks voters to change state law to override local control and force public schools to spend a bigger percentage of their funding on “direct instruction.”
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LD27 Democrats - Glendale, Peoria and NW Phoenix AZ @ld27democrats.bsky.social · 5h
On this day in 1965: President Lyndon Johnson signed the Immigration and Nationality Act of 1965, also known as the Hart-Celler Act. The law, which removed national origin quotas established in the 1920s, greatly impacted who could immigrate to the United States.
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KJZZ Phoenix @kjzz.org · 01/10/2026
Data centers consume large amounts of power and require upgrading infrastructure. But it's difficult to determine how much residential customers benefit and how much they actually pay for the benefit. www.kjzz.org/npr-top-stor...
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AI data centers: How much are ratepayers on the hook for?
Data centers consume large amounts of power and require upgrading infrastructure. But it's difficult to determine how much residential customers benefit and how much they actually pay for the benefit.
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KJZZ Phoenix @kjzz.org · 01/10/2026
Disability rights advocates are angered by the latest reversal but are rallying behind proposed legislation and working with states to strengthen protections for community integration. www.kjzz.org/npr-top-stor...
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Trump administration reverses stance on integration of people with disabilities
Disability rights advocates are angered by the latest reversal but are rallying behind proposed legislation and working with states to strengthen protections for community integration.
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KJZZ Phoenix @kjzz.org · 01/10/2026
Homebuilders say ramped up ICE enforcement is stoking fear in construction workforces and worsening a labor shortage in the industry. That’s according to a new survey conducted by the National Association of Home Builders.
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Homebuilders say ICE workplace raids are stoking fear, adding to already strained labor shortage
The association says immigrant workers account for more than 25% of the construction workforce. And the impact of immigration enforcement and workplace raids is felt across the board — with some marke...
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KJZZ Phoenix @kjzz.org · 01/10/2026
States will start to pay a larger share of the bill to run the food assistance program, as federal funding for operational costs shrinks. www.kjzz.org/npr-top-stor... 📷KJZZ
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Arizona Mirror @azmirror.com · 02/10/2026
Republican Jay Feely has called Social Security a "liability" and a "Ponzi scheme." His solutions include raising the retirement age and privatizing the system. story via @jerodmacevoy.com
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Jay Feely called Social Security a 'Ponzi scheme.' In CD1, 175,000 people rely on it.
Jay Feely has called Social Security a 'Ponzi scheme' that should be privatized, even as 175,000 in the swing district rely on it
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NPR @npr.org · 02/10/2026
U.S. employers added 29,000 jobs in September as the unemployment rate inched up to 4.2%. Job gains for July and August were revised down by a total of 60,000 jobs, extending a lackluster run for the job market. n.pr/4ARKWKD
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The U.S. added only 29,000 jobs in September as job market lacks spark
U.S. employers added 29,000 jobs in September as the unemployment rate inched up to 4.2%. Job gains for July and August were revised down by a total of 60,000 jobs, extending a lackluster run for the job market.
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Arizona Mirror @azmirror.com · 02/10/2026
The prison leader hired to fix Tennessee's protocol previously oversaw Arizona executions plagued by the same catheter problems
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How a Tennessee execution gone wrong connects to Arizona's capital punishment troubles
The official who oversaw Arizona's 2022 execution troubles now runs Tennessee's prison department, where a woman's execution was botched Wednesday
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Steven Beschloss @stevenbeschloss.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
“Just as the words of Judge Edelman provide us a picture of the kind of America we should demand, Pete Hegseth and Donald Trump provide us a picture of the kind of future we will have if Americans fail to stand up and curb their power.” www.americaamerica.news/p/fighting-f...
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Fighting for the Future We Want
Listen to the words of Trump, Hegseth and a federal judge. They are a warning of two different fates for America after the midterms.
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LD27 Democrats - Glendale, Peoria and NW Phoenix AZ @ld27democrats.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
On this day in 1967: Thurgood Marshall, a longtime champion of civil rights, was sworn in as the first Black Supreme Court justice. He was appointed by President Lyndon Johnson and served on the court until 1991.
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LD27 Democrats - Glendale, Peoria and NW Phoenix AZ @ld27democrats.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
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Arizona Mirror @azmirror.com · 01/10/2026
“The election deniers like Mr. Kolodin forget that convenience and access are actually the same thing. When you’re making it less convenient for voters, you’re reducing their access.” story via @caitlinsievers.bsky.social
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Fontes and Kolodin clash over mail voting and election results as debate devolves into name-calling
Arizona secretary of state debate: Fontes and Kolodin clash over mail voting, Prop. 144 and election results
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LD27 Democrats - Glendale, Peoria and NW Phoenix AZ @ld27democrats.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
On this day in 1957: The first U.S. paper currency with the motto “In God We Trust” was released into circulation.
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KJZZ Phoenix @kjzz.org · 30/09/2026
Arizona already has a law that bars trans girls from competing in girls sports at school. Proposition 318 — named the Protect Girls’ Sports in Arizona Act — focuses almost entirely on bathrooms and locker rooms. www.kjzz.org/the-show/202... 📷 Camryn Sanchez/KJZZ
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LD27 Democrats - Glendale, Peoria and NW Phoenix AZ @ld27democrats.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
On this day in 1962: Riots erupted at the University of Mississippi as segregationists violently opposed the enrollment of James Meredith, the first Black student at the university. The chaos resulted in two deaths, more than 100 people wounded and significant damage to campus property.
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Save Our Schools Arizona @sosarizona.org · 29/09/2026
📝🗳️ The 2026 SOSAZ Voting Guide is HERE!!! Check it out and share widely! Save a copy to your phone or computer to use when filling out your ballot, & send to all of your friends, family & neighbors! ✅ Don’t forget to vote your whole ballot, including YES on all school bonds & overrides & #NoProp320
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LD27 Democrats - Glendale, Peoria and NW Phoenix AZ @ld27democrats.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
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LD27 Democrats - Glendale, Peoria and NW Phoenix AZ @ld27democrats.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
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The sleeper seat
If Dems win here, they can flip the House ... Never thought we’d miss the vain billionaire ... And the one, the only, Howard Fischer.
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LD27 Democrats - Glendale, Peoria and NW Phoenix AZ @ld27democrats.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
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Save Mail-In Voting in AZ
Prop 144 is a Trojan Horse - Don't Let it In
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50501: The People’s Movement ❌👑 @50501movement.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
This training will cover best practices to keep participants safe & brave at a variety of event types. Whether you want to be prepared for common medical incidents or looking to brush up on deescalation skills, we’ll make sure you’re supported in making a plan.
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NPR @npr.org · 28/09/2026
The Trump administration says easing these standards will make cars more affordable. Critics say it's not so simple and could be costly for the environment. n.pr/4xNaqpG
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The Trump administration weakens fuel efficiency standards for new cars
The Trump administration says easing these standards will make cars more affordable. Critics say it's not so simple and could be costly for the environment.
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LD27 Democrats - Glendale, Peoria and NW Phoenix AZ @ld27democrats.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
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LD27 Democrats - Glendale, Peoria and NW Phoenix AZ @ld27democrats.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
In 1868: The Opelousas Massacre occurred in Opelousas, Louisiana, resulting in the deaths of an estimated 150 to 300 Black citizens.
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Save Our Schools Arizona @sosarizona.org · 28/09/2026
It was another great day on the doors with #TeamSOSAZ, spreading the message to vote #NoProp320 and #FlipTheLeg! There are just 1️⃣0️⃣ DAYS until early ballots are mailed, and we need YOU to jump in and talk to voters! Sign up to knock doors, drive, and/or make calls ⏩ bit.ly/flip-doors
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LD27 Democrats - Glendale, Peoria and NW Phoenix AZ @ld27democrats.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Congratulations Kristin and Cheri! Rocking it in LD27!
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Arizona Mirror @azmirror.com · 24/09/2026
The same aircraft used in Iran and other foreign wars is now surveilling U.S. communities, with no answers on what data it collects story via @jerodmacevoy.com
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War-zone surveillance comes home as Predator drones fly loops over Arizona border towns
Arizona border drone: An Army Predator built for warzones is flying over border towns, alarming privacy advocates
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LD27 Democrats - Glendale, Peoria and NW Phoenix AZ @ld27democrats.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
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FLIP LD27 & the AZ Legislature - Sunday Canvass with Save Our Schools - Arizona · LD27 Democrats
Join Save Our Schools volunteers and LD27 State Senate Candidate Kyle Clayton and State Representative Candidate Deborah Howard for a Sunday afternoon canvass. Help us elect pro-public education lawma...
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LD27 Democrats - Glendale, Peoria and NW Phoenix AZ @ld27democrats.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
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Flip LD27 and the AZ Legislature - Canvass with the Candidates Saturday Mornings · LD27 Democrats
Join LD27 State Senate Candidate Kyle Clayton and State Representative Candidate Deborah Howard for the de rigeur Saturday morning canvass. Sure, every campaign has a canvass scheduled for Saturday mo...
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LD27 Democrats - Glendale, Peoria and NW Phoenix AZ @ld27democrats.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
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LD27 Democrats - Glendale, Peoria and NW Phoenix AZ @ld27democrats.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Right here in LD27!
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LD27 Democrats - Glendale, Peoria and NW Phoenix AZ @ld27democrats.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
On this day in 1957: The “Little Rock Nine” began their first full day of classes at Central High School in Little Rock, Arkansas, under the protection of the U.S. Army’s 101st Airborne Division. Arkansas Gov.
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Save Our Schools Arizona @sosarizona.org · 21/09/2026
🗳️School vouchers are a key issue this election, with AZ’s universal ESA program leading the conversation nationwide. AZ’s ESA voucher program is a central issue on your ballot — in elections for offices up & down the ballot from school board to the Governor. Learn more ⏩ bit.ly/September21EdReport
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NPR @npr.org · 21/09/2026
Reporters from CNN, MS NOW and Politico say they were prevented from entering the White House grounds after President Trump announced plans to ban all three outlets. n.pr/4xxe1rF
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CNN, MS NOW and Politico will sue Trump after being barred from White House
Reporters from CNN, MS NOW and Politico say they were prevented from entering the White House grounds after President Trump announced plans to ban all three outlets.
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Civic Engagement Beyond Voting @azcebvus.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
"Barely scraping by": Engineers give AZ's roads a D+, thanks in large part to our lack of funding for upkeep. By banning future funding sources, #Prop141 would keep AZ stagnant, turning us into a run-down disaster. Vote NO! #NoProp141
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Arizona's infrastructure is barely scraping by, engineers say
The state received a "not acceptable" C grade.
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KJZZ Phoenix @kjzz.org · 21/09/2026
Two West Valley residents have filed action to remove Arizona legislator, Republican Sen. Janae Shamp, from office, claiming residency violation. Shamp is running for reelection in Legislative District 29, where she calls Surprise home. www.kjzz.org/elections/20... 📸 Sam Ballesteros/Cronkite News
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Save Our Schools Arizona @sosarizona.org · 21/09/2026
🗳️ Ballots drop in 1️⃣7️⃣ days‼️ #TeamSOSAZ is talking with voters across the state about the future of public education. Every conversation matters, and we need YOU with us! 👟📋☎️ Sign up to knock doors, make calls, or get involved with #TeamSOSAZ ⏩ bit.ly/flip-doors
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Arizona Mirror @azmirror.com · 21/09/2026
“Do we not buy a new firetruck? Do we go out and cut our personnel? We don’t fill as many potholes, we don’t keep the swimming pool open as long, we don’t buy new books in the library.” story via @glorihuh.bsky.social
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Prop. 316 would cap Arizona grocery taxes. Rural cities say it will cost them, and their residents.
Arizona grocery tax: Prop. 316 would cap rates at 2% and require voter approval to raise them this November
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Save Our Schools Arizona @sosarizona.org · 19/09/2026
🗳️ In AZ and across the U.S., private school vouchers are key election issue 💪 Join our efforts to #FlipTheLeg and elect pro-public education candidates up and down the ballot! 🍿Don’t miss events! Learn more in our latest #WeeklyEdReport 👉 bit.ly/September21EdReport
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Brahm Resnik @brahmresnik.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
#SquareOff: 🔽Debate on #Prop320 requiring 60% of public school operating expenses to be spent in classrooms. ▶️Fmr US Capitol Police Officer Harry Dunn on why Jan 6 matters, despite many voters' desire to move on. ▶️Remembering Sen. Jon Kyl. 📺💻8am Sun 12News streaming app
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Civic Engagement Beyond Voting @azcebvus.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
#Prop319 would micromanage cities that make their streets safer with red light cameras, even banning the cameras in some cases. This hurts public safety. These cameras work, reducing fatal crashes by 21%. The life they save could be yours. #NoProp319
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Prop. 319 Slams the Door on an Evidence-Based Core Injury Prevention Tool - AZ Public Health Association
Prop 319 Debate on Arizona PBS KAET Thursday at 5 and 10pm Arizona voters will have several ballot propositions this fall. One that hasn’t gotten much attention yet is Proposition 319, the…
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Kris Mayes @krismayes.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
The time is now. Early voting starts in 18 days 🚨
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Save Our Schools Arizona @sosarizona.org · 20/09/2026
💥 We kicked off our #Vote4PublicEd #WeekendOfAction today — volunteers from all corners of Arizona showed up to help elect #PublicSchoolProud candidates up and down the ballot this November! 🗳️ There are just 6 more weekends to #FlipTheLeg, find an event near you and join us: bit.ly/flip-doors
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LD27 Democrats - Glendale, Peoria and NW Phoenix AZ @ld27democrats.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
On this day in 2019: At 16, Greta Thunberg led a global climate strike that saw roughly 4 million people, mostly students, participate in demonstrations across over 150 countries.
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LD27 Democrats - Glendale, Peoria and NW Phoenix AZ @ld27democrats.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
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SecularAZ @secularaz.org · 15/09/2026
As Republicans move to restrict divorce, advocates fear for abuse victims azmirror.com/2026/09/14/r...
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As Republicans move to restrict divorce, advocates fear for abuse victims | Arizona Mirror
As Republicans push to restrict or end no-fault divorce, advocates warn the changes could trap domestic violence victims
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KJZZ Phoenix @kjzz.org · 15/09/2026
The Department of Justice filed suit against Arizona's law at the end of August. Legal filings against the remaining laws — in Hawaii, D.C., Arkansas and Utah — were filed this month, bringing the total number of tuition-related suits to 25.
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Trump administration is now suing 2 dozen states over in-state tuition laws for undocumented students
The Department of Justice filed suit against Arizona's law at the end of August. Legal filings against the remaining laws — in Hawaii, D.C., Arkansas and Utah — were filed this month, bringing the tot...
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Save Our Schools Arizona @sosarizona.org · 15/09/2026
School vouchers have become a major issue in elections across several battleground states, & AZ continues to be ground zero in the national debate. AZ's $1 billion ESA voucher program is a central issue in this year’s election for offices up and down the ballot from school board to the Governor.
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