Category Archives: Arizona

Wisconsin Politician: Arizona Not A Border State

I know Americans have a bad reputation with world geography, but I thought most of us, especially politicians, knew some basic American geography. In this video, County Supervisor Peggy West of Milwaukee,Wisconsin, knows that Texas is a border state but … Continue reading

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Arpaio Finds No Humor In Mexican Tourism Ad

Sheriff Joe Arpaio of Maricopa County, Arizona, is demanding that Arizona apologize for a tourism ad. The ad appears menacing with a soldier looking through binoculars with the headline “In Sonora, we are looking for people from Arizona.” At first … Continue reading

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Arizona “Birther” Bill Is A Joke On The Birthers

The Arizona state House passed its version of the “birther” bill with the minimum 31 votes needed to passage. The 31-29 vote included four Republicans who voted in the minority withe the Democrats. The bill now needs to be reconciled with the Senate … Continue reading

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John McCain, The Senator Formerly Known As A Maverick, Turns Right On Immigration

John McCain, who now calls himself a “fighter” instead of a “maverick,” has always been a bit liberal for many conservatives on immigration. Facing a hard primary challenge from J.D. Hayworth, McCain has swung hard to the right. The recent anti-immigration bill in … Continue reading

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Water, Water Everywhere … Just Not Good Enough for Making Snow

You might imagine that if a city proposed manufacturing snow out of reclaimed wastewater, for use at a nearby ski area, that some people might have a problem with it. After all, it might be considered a tad distasteful to … Continue reading

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More Guns At Obama Rally

It is not just handguns appearing at Obama rallies, now there are AK-15s appearing in Arizona. It may not be only right-wing conservatives carry these guns to Presidential events either. There is some indication liberals are joining in. When questioned … Continue reading

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Sheriff Stages Computer Coup In Arizona

You know Sheriff Joe. Joe Arpaio is the flamboyant sheriff of Maricopa County in Arizona. He dresses prisoners up in pink underwear and makes them bake in the desert in jails filled with tents. Apparently, Arpaio thinks because he has … Continue reading

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Arizona State Senator Says Earth Is 6,000 Years Old

There are so many elected officials with this belief that it is scary. They vote on school issues, science programs and even history issues. The facts never matter. The Milky Way Galaxy is about 120,000 light years in diameter; the Grand … Continue reading

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ASU Snubs Obama; Deems Him Unworthy Of Honorary Degree

When President Barack Obama comes to Arizona State University to give a commencement speech, he will not be getting an honorary diploma. Why is that? That is because honorary degrees are given for “for an achievement of eminence.” According to … Continue reading

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In Arizona, Break The Law, Pay A Politician

If you speed in Arizona and get caught, then you are supporting the local politician. In 1999, a 10% surcharge was imposed on all traffic tickets to create the “Citizens Clean Elections Commission.” Actually, its more than just speeding. There … Continue reading

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Arizona Sheriff Plans To Transport Prisoners To Jail Using Mass Transit

In Arizona, Maricopa County Sheriff Joe Arpaio has a new cost-cutting measure. He plans to transport prisoners to the jail using the new light rail system. Arpaio said this would save about $72,000 because it will eliminate the need for … Continue reading

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Arizona Lawmaker Denies Wrestling Campaign Sign From 78-Year-Old Woman

Police are recommending that two misdemeanor charges be filed against Arizona state Senator John Huppenthal for removing a campaign sign critical of him. The two charges are for theft and tampering with a  political sign. The political sign stated that … Continue reading

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Is Arizona The New Battleground State? Polls Show Obama Closing In

Of all places, Arizona is on the verge of becoming a battleground state. Two new polls out of Arizona show John McCain barely holding onto his home state. Rasmussen has McCain 51% to 46% over Obama. The Zimmerman poll has … Continue reading

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Florida Democrat Runs As Republican Candidate In Arizona

The Arizona Republic has reported that legislative candidate and former NFL player Tony Bouie lied about his party registration. Bouie, who moved from Florida to Arizona to run in the predominantly Republican District 6, stated that he had been a … Continue reading

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Congressional Candidate Puts Cart Before Horse In Debate Quest

Laura Knaperek, Republican candidate for the 5th Congressional District in Arizona, has invited Harry Mitchell, the Democratic incumbent, to a series of debates.     I propose that over the next 90 days Rep. Mitchell and I conduct no fewer … Continue reading

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