Politics

New Air Force Secretary Barbara Barrett has strong ASU ties

ASU alumna Barbara Barrett was confirmed as Secretary of the Air Force on Wednesday. 

By John Adamson | October 17, 2019

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The ASU Angle: From Kurt Volker to the College Republicans United

From Kurt Volker's resignations to the College Republicans United, here's a roundup of political happenings at ASU.

By Savannah Stewart | October 16, 2019

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ASU President Crow speaks to students at College Republicans event

President Crow discussed the University's accessibility and relationship with the Legislature. 

By Kiara Quaranta | October 16, 2019

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Colorado Sen. Michael Bennet makes his presidential case at a Tempe town hall

Sen. Michael Bennet hosted at town hall at ASU to discuss his political philosophy and why he is running for president. 

By John Adamson | October 12, 2019

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USGT has not updated its bylaws to include amendments passed last year

Some amendments passed by last year's senate have yet to be added into the bylaws on USGT's website.  

By Kiara Quaranta | October 10, 2019

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ASU joins list of higher education institutions in defense of DACA

ASU joins 165 higher education institutions in favor of keeping DACA in place.

By Savannah Stewart | October 10, 2019

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Kurt Volker resigns as head of ASU's McCain Institute

Kurt Volker resigns as executive director of ASU's McCain Institute.

By Andrew Howard and Adrienne Dunn | October 7, 2019

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Conflicting reports surround Kurt Volker's role at the McCain Institute

McCain Institute Executive Director Kurt Volker will not be resigning Friday, despite conflicting media reports, according to University officials. 

By Andrew Howard and Adrienne Dunn | October 4, 2019

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College Republicans United host controversial speaker Carl Goldberg

Carl Goldberg has been criticized by various groups in the past for Islamophobic speech.

By Kiara Quaranta | October 3, 2019

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Here's why Kurt Volker's testimony before Congress could be impactful

Arizona political experts say Kurt Volker's testimony could be impactful in Trump impeachment inquiry. 

By Andrew Howard and Adrienne Dunn | October 3, 2019

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Vice President Pence visits Arizona to support McSally

Vice President Mike Pence came to Arizona Wednesday in support of Sen. Martha McSally for the upcoming 2020 Senate election.

By Savannah Stewart | October 2, 2019

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ASU students protest climate change on Tempe campus

The campus protest marked the end of the Week of Climate Action. 

By Kiara Quaranta | September 29, 2019

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McCain Institute head Kurt Volker steps down as US diplomat

Volker resigned from his role as a U.S. Diplomat after his ties to the Trump-Ukraine investigation. 

By Andrew Howard | September 27, 2019

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ASU political clubs discuss Trump impeachment inquiry

Various political clubs on campus are divided along party lines following Speaker Pelosi's announcement Tuesday. 

By Kiara Quaranta | September 25, 2019

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Looming 2020 election pushes ASU clubs to register students to vote

Clubs spent National Voter Registration day registering students to vote and sharing how students can be more civically engaged.

By Kiara Quaranta | September 24, 2019

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Arizona students take part in global climate strike

Arizona protesters marched in downtown Phoenix on Friday as part of a larger global protest for climate legislation. 

By Kiara Quaranta | September 22, 2019

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Arizona AG appeals the dismissal of ABOR lawsuit to AZ Supreme Court

Attorney General Mark Brnovich tried to sue ABOR over tuition rates, but Arizona courts dismissed the case. Now, the Supreme Court will decide whether it will hear the case.

By Kiara Quaranta | September 19, 2019

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USG offers new incentives to increase student engagement

Across campuses, student government is offering incentives to students that double as a way to engage with constituents. 

By Kiara Quaranta | September 15, 2019

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A brief history of ASU's political landscape

Even though ASU has a reputation for being non-political, there is a deep history of protests, riots and FBI investigations. 

By Chase Hunter B. | September 12, 2019

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ASU President Crow writes letter in support of ratifying USMCA

The letter was released by Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey as part of a campaign to gain support for the ratification of the agreement. 

By Kiara Quaranta | September 10, 2019

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