Christy Kelly, Author at Arizona Globe

Senator Shawnna Bolick's historic vote repealing Arizona's 1864 abortion ban.

LD2 Spotlight: Shawnna Bolick v. Judy Schwiebert

October 14, 2024 8:30 amOctober 22, 2024 2:56 pm

Early voting has officially begun in Arizona, setting the stage for some of the most closely contested races in recent history. The Arizona State Legislature is Republican-led by a one-vote margin. Democrats need to flip just one seat in each...

BREAKING: AZ Conservatives Clash Over Prop 137

October 11, 2024 3:28 pmOctober 18, 2024 8:04 am

Arizona’s judicial system could face a dramatic shift with Proposition 137 on the November 2024 ballot, which seeks to eliminate retention elections for judges. The proposal has ignited fierce debate, not just between political parties but also within conservative circles....

Lake Crushes Gallego in First Debate

October 10, 2024 1:18 pmOctober 17, 2024 10:38 am

Kari Lake’s Senate race against Ruben Gallego starkly contrasts their willingness to engage directly with the voters. While Lake repeatedly called for debates to discuss critical issues facing Arizona, Gallego has been notably reluctant to engage. As a result, Lake...

State Representative John Gillette speaking with the media at a press conference hosted by Border 911 at the Arizona State Capitol building in Phoenix, Arizona.

Gillette, Hoffman Call on ASU to Uphold Public Trust

October 7, 2024 7:38 amOctober 14, 2024 4:35 pm

On Sunday, October 6, 2024, ASU College Republicans took to X, alleging, “Election Interference: 70,000 Arizona State students received a text from the Kamala Harris campaign, using data allegedly obtained from the Arizona state database, which is supposed to remain...

Communist Party Endorses Prominent Arizona Legislators

October 4, 2024 2:59 pmOctober 10, 2024 1:34 pm

The Arizona Working Families Party (WFP) recently announced its endorsements for the 2024 state legislative races, backing several Democratic candidates in key districts. While Bernie Sanders has openly called the WFP “the closest thing” to socialism, a statement that should...

Sheriff Mark Lamb at Vance Debate Watch Party

AZ Sheriff Lamb, ‘Latinos for Trump’ Headline Vance-Walz Debate Party

October 2, 2024 11:41 amOctober 10, 2024 1:34 pm

Trump’s campaign held a lively debate watch party in Phoenix last night, packed with supporters and featuring strong representation from the Phoenix Trump 47 team and Latinos for Trump. Sheriff Mark Lamb (R) headlined, delivering powerful opening remarks that set...

AZ Rep. Raúl Grijalva’s Campaign Struggles Amid Health Issues

October 1, 2024 6:00 amOctober 8, 2024 10:04 am

Arizona’s 7th Congressional District is facing a crisis of uncertainty due to the absence of its elected representative, Democrat Raúl Grijalva. An incumbent since 2003, Grijalva’s health struggles and decreased public presence have sparked growing concerns over the future of...