As the 2014 election cycle gets underway there may be no easier endorsement, even at this early date, than current Vice Mayor Michael Collins to assume the top position. With Mayor Scott LeMarr leaving on top after more than two decades of public service to the town, Collins offers the compelling combination of continuation, experience and talent. He chaired the … Read More
News Release: Paradise Valley Vice Mayor Michael Collins To Run For Mayor
(PARADISE VALLEY, Ariz.) Paradise Valley Vice Mayor and local businessman Michael Collins is announcing his candidacy for Mayor. Collins was first elected to the Paradise Valley Town Council in 2010. During his time on the council, Collins chaired the Public Safety Task Force which has revolutionized the Police Department and improved public safety. He also served as Chairman of the … Read More
News Release From Michele Reagan: Creating a More Business-Friendly Arizona
Friends, Building a stronger Arizona is what we all want. Bringing economic recovery, high-paying jobs and revenue to our state is the best way we can elevate Arizona and keep our standard of living high. It is now time to figure out the best use of our resources to attract new businesses to Arizona and work to adjust our regulatory … Read More
News Release: Klapp Endorses Petersen In Scottsdale Council Race
“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

