Supporters say allowing Arizonans to opt out of government health care mandates would protect individual rights. Opponents say the measure could derail health care reform and expose the state to costly litigation. Read more >>
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Ward Connerly has carved a career, and a reputation, out of striking down affirmative action in California and several other states. Now Connerly and his American Civil Rights Institute are bringing the fight to Arizona. Read more >>
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Supporters say Proposition 109, which would establish a constitutional right to hunt and fish, is long overdue. But wildlife advocates call it a power grab that would limit citizens’ ability to make changes. Read more >>
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A diverse coalition ranging from environmentalists to military leaders to ranchers is backing Proposition 110. The measure would allow the state to swap trust land for parcels elsewhere if the goal is preserving military bases or conservation. Read more >>
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This would designate the office of secretary of state as lieutenant governor, forcing that nominee to run with the party’s gubernatorial nominee. Opponents call it a ploy to ensure a cycle of incumbency for the party in power. Read more >>
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Proposition 112 would move up the deadline from four to six months before an election for turning in signatures to get citizens’ initiatives on the ballot. Supporters say election officials who verify signatures need the extra time. Read more >>
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This would require secret ballots when workers in Arizona wish to organize. Supporters say it would prevent unions from bullying workers. Unions say the measure would buy time for businesses to do the bullying.
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Supporters say legalizing medical marijuana would help people suffering from painful conditions. Opponents say the measure overly broad and would be a first step toward legalizing all uses of marijuana.
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In 1998, Arizona voters concerned about unchecked growth approved a fund to help local governments purchase and preserve state trust land. Now, voters will decide whether to transfer that fund to help the state budget. Read more >>
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Families would lose services offered by the First Things First early childhood development program under Proposition 302. GOP lawmakers acknowledge it’s a difficult move, but they say the state budget needs the money. Read more >>
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