Now that Q2 campaign finance reports are in for all candidates, as are many of their required “pre-primary” reports showing financial activity between July 1st and 13th, we have gotten some additional insight into the strength of the campaigns of Scottsdale City Council candidates. Again, Tammy Caputi is dominating the competition raising an impressive nearly $89K during Q2 and spending … Read More
Looking Forward to July 30th: Q2 Update on Contested Primaries
Recently we took a look at some of the more contested and interesting primaries in our area, and with the 2nd quarter campaign finance reports now submitted, we finally got a final look at how the finances of the top four campaigns are looking, and as such, additional insight into the strength of those campaigns and their odds of success. … Read More
There Will Be a New State Representative in Scottsdale/Phoenix, and It’s Stunningly Boring
Democrat State Representative Laura Terech recently stepped down in the latest iteration of an incredible amount of attrition from the Democratic caucus; she represented Legislative District 4, which covers much of central Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, and a large swatch of Phoenix. As a swing district it is a particularly important seat in a district that traditionally elects relative moderates. Recently … Read More
Will Tammy Caputi Avoid a Run-Off and Win This Month?
Scottsdale residents who are registered on the early voter list have already received their ballots and have likely noticed an overabundance of options for Scottsdale City Council; nine, to be exact, all vying for one of three seats. We have written about these races a few times (you can check them out here), but one name stands out not just … Read More
Former Mayor Manross Nails It Regarding Parks Initiative
By Ronald Sampson As a relatively fiscally conservative person and a natural Republican, I **want** to dislike most government spending that I see. It’s a happy place to distrust it. But the activists on both sides of any issue tend to ruin it for everybody, finding any reason to be angry, even if it means resorting to half-truths, ignorance, or … Read More
Looking Towards July 30th: the Democratic Primary for Maricopa County Sheriff
In our “Looking Towards July 30th” series we have been looking at contested primaries that may shape the future of our area. In our last installment, we look at one of the more unusual primaries, the Democratic primary for Maricopa County Sheriff. This seat was never a truly intriguing one until Joe Arpaio and his particular style of bravado and … Read More
Paradise Valley Town Council Candidates Spell Out Their Vision of the City
While it doesn’t get as much attention as bigger ticket elections, the town of Paradise Valley will choose both its next mayor as well as several town councilmembers this year. We have recently covered the race to be the next mayor as the candidates make their case (get up to date here), but recently the prospective councilmembers had a chance … Read More
Sparks Fly in Recent Scottsdale Mayoral Debate
As you almost certainly know, Scottsdale voters will decide on July 30th whether or not to give David Ortega a second term. Former councilmembers Lisa Borowsky and Linda Milhaven are taking him on and attempting to make it to a run-off election in November, and a recent forum demonstrated both that the knives have officially come out, and what specific … Read More
Guest Editorial: My Picks for the Scottsdale Primary
By Councilwoman Betty Janik Over the past several months, Scottsdale residents have had the opportunity to assess the agendas and goals of the candidates for City Council. For me, the ideal candidate has actively participated in civic engagement, respects and listens to all voices, builds consensus with diverse groups, and does not shy away from compromise. The candidate has strong … Read More
Arizona Born Musical “Ghost Of John McCain” Makes Its Off-Broadway Debut September 3rd With Opening Night September 24th
Running Labor Day Through Election Day, The Show Features John McCain’s Ascent into the Wild Psyche of Donald Trump’s Brain Along With a Bevy of Historical Icons Taking the Stage at Soho Playhouse in New York Arizona’s Quixote Productions, founded by political strategist and public relations executive Jason Rose, in conjunction with long-time John McCain consultant and public affairs executive Max Fose, eagerly awaits … Read More