“I enthusiastically support Jennifer as she runs for Scottsdale City Council and I look forward to working with her and seeing how her leadership and pragmatic approach to governing will help build a better Scottsdale. Please join me in supporting her campaign by visiting her website at www.electjenniferpetersen.com.” – Suzanne Klapp Scottsdale City Council Member
Leaving On Top
If there were a Mount Rushmore in Paradise Valley, Arizona – or more appropriately a Mount Camelback, current Mayor Scott Lemarr would be on it. Only six decades old Lemarr has served the town in a variety of capacities for over a third of that time on a variety of citizen commissions and currently as the first directly elected mayor … Read More
From the Arizona Republic: Why Pat Tillman should be in NFL Hall of Fame
What about them, they ask? What about Bob Kalsu? Until Tillman died in Afghanistan 10 years ago today, Kalsu, a rising star lineman for the Buffalo Bills, had been the last NFL player to die in service to his country. Kalsu was killed in South Vietnam in 1970. In all, 26 young men who played in the NFL died in … Read More
Invite From Senator Jeff Flake
Please join U.S. Senator Jeff Flake at the Coffee and Cocoa Club Breakfast. (formerly known as the Coffee Cup Club). Saturday, May 10th, 2014 The Scottsdale Plaza Resort 7200 N Scottsdale Rd. Scottsdale, AZ 85253 (North of Indian Bend on Scottsdale Rd.) Registration begins at 7:30 a.m. Breakfast and Program begins at 8:00 a.m. Seating is limited $25 for members … Read More
From the Kathy Littlefield Campaign: Jane Rau Endorsement
I am proud to announce that Desert Preservationist and McDowell Sonoran Land Trust Founder Jane Rau has endorsed me for Scottsdale City Council. Jane wants people on the City Council who can be trusted to not break faith with the voters on issues such as completing the Preserve, which Scottsdale residents have approved at the ballot box seven times! I … Read More
From Doug Wead To Tom Horne
In 1992 one-time GOP presidential nominee Barry Goldwater shocked many by crossing party lines to endorse Democratic congressional candidate Karan English over Republican standard-bearer Doug Wead. A former Amway salesman and political slickster, Wead had spent about 5 minutes in Arizona before entering the fray for Arizona’s new congressional seat. Goldwater put the state above party. There’s a lesson there … Read More
News Release: Colangelo Endorses Ducey
When it comes to the governor’s race, Doug Ducey is the best candidate who truly represents the spirit of Arizona’s business community. Doug is a proven leader with an executive background and conservative heart. He knows what it takes to improve the state’s economy, create jobs and reform our education system and will make it his mission to streamline government … Read More
From the Tom Horne Campaign: Judge Clears Horne of Campaign Finance Charge
An impartial, nonpartisan judge announced this week that the campaign finance allegations against me were without merit and I was cleared of all charges. Many people advised me to settle, and while that may have been the politically correct thing to do, I could not, in good conscience, admit to something that I did not do. I’m disappointed by the … Read More
News Release: McCain Endorses Hallman For State Treasurer
A Message From Senator John McCain Dear Friend: Arizona is at an important crossroads. It’s critical that we have strong, conservative leadership at the statewide level to help improve our economy and enable us to achieve our best possible future. The Arizona State Treasurer can serve a crucial role in our State’s position in the country. We need someone committed … Read More
Stayings & Goings
Although it won’t be for almost a year we regret Paradise Valley Town Manager Jim Bacon is stepping down. He has served with humor and effectiveness. Arriving in Paradise Valley at just about the hour of the day of the year when the economy cliff-dived we can envision few better captains in stormy seas. At ease with his extensive experience … Read More