Politics

Cuts to education anticipated despite Prop 100 passage

Despite the passage of a special election ballot measure meant to financially revive the state’s education system, some legislative officials still predict large budget cuts to education.

By Cale Ottens | September 30, 2010

Union leader: boycott gave Republicans a pass

An international labor union ended its boycott of Arizona last week, citing recent developments on Senate Bill 1070 and the use of the boycotts as political ammunition.

By Yvonne Gonzalez | September 29, 2010

Student organization working to promote Prop 203

Student members of NORML wait with great enthusiasm on the outcome of medical marijuana legalizing initiative Proposition 203.

By Mauro Whiteman | September 28, 2010

FAILED REFORM: On Tuesday, the U.S. Senate decided to block the repeal of the military's "Don't ask, Don't tell" policy. The current policy allows a service member to be dishonorably discharged if they are openly gay or bisexual. (Photo by Damien Maloney)

Students weigh in on failed ‘Don’t ask’ reform

For many gay rights activists, including those at ASU, Tuesday’s vote came as a disappointing blow to the civil rights of gays.

By Danielle Legler | September 22, 2010

DREAM ARMY: Former JROTC students stand in front of the State Capitol building Tuesday performing military drills in connection to the Dream Act. (Photo by Anthony Sandoval)

Students rally for McCain’s support of DREAM Act

A group of college students gathered at the state Capitol Monday morning to garner support for the DREAM Act.

By Uriel J. Garcia | September 20, 2010

Arizonans give Legislature bad review

Two-thirds of Arizona voters are dissatisfied with the state Legislature, according to a poll released last week.

By Yvonne Gonzalez | September 20, 2010

Brewer signs common course-numbering bill at West campus

Gov. Jan Brewer arrived on the West campus Wednesday morning for a ceremonial signing of a student-drafted bill.

By Cale Ottens | September 15, 2010

Meghan McCain to sign 'Dirty Sexy Politics' in Tempe

Meghan McCain makes an appearance Thursday at 7:00 p.m. at Changing Hands Bookstore in Tempe

By Samantha Cary | September 14, 2010

District 10 candidates stress economic recovery in West campus debate

Candidates for Arizona’s Legislative District 10 debated at the West campus Tuesday night on topics ranging from immigration to the economy.

By Yvonne Gonzalez | September 14, 2010

ASU professors oppose ruling against federally funded stem cell research

Two ASU professors discuss why the ruling against federally funded stem cell research is misguided.

By April Atwood | September 12, 2010

ASU grad seeks state House seat

Michelle Ugenti, a 2004 ASU graduate, is running as a Republican for an open seat in the Arizona House of Representatives in the 8th Legislative District.

By Matt Hendley | September 9, 2010

Experts: State’s safe districts harm democracy

Arizona’s high number of uncompetitive districts doesn’t give voters enough choice on Election Day, which is unlikely to change as districts are redrawn, experts say.

By Yvonne Gonzalez | September 9, 2010

Experts: Proposition would open health care reform to lawsuits

Arizona voters will be asked this November to approve a state law that contradicts federal health care reform.

By Yvonne Gonzalez | September 2, 2010

EMPTY DEBATE: David Shapira responds to a question submitted by the audience as the moderator looks on at the District 17 State Senate debate Wednesday night. His opponent, Wendy Rogers, failed to respond to requests to attend. (Photo by Michael Arellano)

Tempe legislative candidates discuss immigration, education in debate

Candidates hoping to represent north Tempe in the state House of Representatives faced off Wednesday evening in a debate that covered an array of issues.

By Mary Shinn | September 1, 2010

Governor candidates debate SB 1070’s effect on Arizona

Four candidates vying for Arizona’s highest office met at ASU’s Downtown campus Wednesday night for the first post-primary debate in the state’s gubernatorial race.

By Yvonne Gonzalez | September 1, 2010

R RATED PINOCCHIO: The World Health Organization is trying to create an R rating for movies featuring cigarette smoking. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

CDC report links youth smoking to movies

A Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report released this month found that portrayals of smoking in movies leads more young people to begin smoking.

By Jaclyn Gettinger | August 29, 2010