Politics

Gov. Ducey tells Regents he's committed to higher education

Gov. Doug Ducey told the Arizona Board of Regents he's prepared to work with them on Arizona's higher education system.

By Shelby Slade | April 9, 2015

The 2011 Undie Run drew more than 20,000 attendees, who donated 4.2 tons of clothing.

ASU's undie run cancelled due to lack of funding

The BB Run, formerly known as the Undie Run, will not be happening this year.

By Shelby Slade | April 9, 2015

Tempe debates ending food tax, following in Phoenix's steps

A Tempe city council member is working to end the food tax, which he says disproportionately affects lower income residents.

By Corina Vanek | April 9, 2015

Corporations now calling the shots

While it’s nice to see companies throwing weight behind certain issues when individual people feel like they’re too small, it could set a dangerous precedent.

By Derrik Rochwalik | April 7, 2015

ASU President Michael Crow appointed to State Board of Education

Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey recently appointed ASU President Michael Crow to the State Board of Education, where he will fill the position left by UA President Ann Weaver Hart.

By Corina Vanek | April 1, 2015

A sign advertising USG elections as seen at the Starbucks at the Memorial Union on the Tempe Campus on Sunday, March 29, 2015. (Ben Moffat/The State Press)

How-To: Vote in student government elections

Elections for ASU’s Student Government are less than a week away. They start March 31.

By Jessica Suerth | March 29, 2015

Arizona state lawmakers challenge abortion rights

The latest battle of abortion rights is happening in the Arizona Legislature, where the state House on Monday approved a controversial bill. Senate Bill 1318, introduced by Sen.

By Sydney Greene | March 25, 2015

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ASU student government 2015 elections

Prepare to cast your ballot in student government elections on March 31 and April 1.

By State Press Staff | March 23, 2015

Voting Guide: Tempe USG Presidential Elections

With student government elections right around the corner, executive candidates are reaching out to students to inform them of their platform.

By Jessica Suerth | March 22, 2015

Supreme Court votes not to reinstate disqualified Tempe USG presidential candidate

Christopher Hollman's presidential ticket was denied candidacy by the ASASU because of its inability to turn their application in on time.

By Shelby Slade | March 22, 2015

Vice President of Policy candidate Dakota Larson (left), presidential candidate Brandon Olson and Vice President of Services candidate Meghan Dingman pose for a portrait on Wednesday, March 18, 2015 on the West campus. The three are running together as one executive ticket in this year's USG West election. (Ben Moffat/The State Press)

Voting Guide: USG West Presidential Elections

With Student Government elections right around the corner, executive candidates are reaching out to students to inform them of their platform.

By Jessica Suerth | March 22, 2015

Vice President of Policy candidate Wade Adams (left), presidential candidate Kile Halliday and Vice President of Services candidate Danielle Earl pose for a portrait on Thursday, March 19, 2015 on the Polytechnic campus. The three are running together as one executive ticket in this year's USG Polytechnic election. (Ben Moffat/The State Press)

Voting Guide: USG Polytechnic Presidential Elections

With Student Government elections right around the corner, executive candidates are reaching out to students to inform them of their platform.

By Jessica Suerth | March 22, 2015

Voting Guide: USG Downtown Presidential Elections

With Student Government elections right around the corner, executive candidates are reaching out to students to inform them of their platform.

By Jessica Suerth | March 22, 2015

Ticket added to Undergraduate Student Government Polytechnic ballot

Eric Fraizer was added to the ballot as a candidate for Undergraduate Student Government Polytechnic President.

By Jessica Suerth | March 19, 2015

Ducey's budget: Following the road map to opportunity

After keeping his campaign promises and getting his budget through the legislature in such a short amount of time, Ducey is on his way to become one of the greatest political leaders Arizona has ever seen.

By Joan Lebeau | March 18, 2015

ASU Undergraduate Student Government West executive ticket drops out of race

Just a day into elections season, one ticket in the Executive Board race for USG West has dropped out.

By Jessica Suerth | March 17, 2015

Tempe Undergraduate Student Government appoints new USG Supreme Court Justice

Tempe Undergraduate Student Government appointed Jordan Brunner as a new USG Supreme Court Justice during its Tuesday meeting.

By Jessica Suerth | March 17, 2015

Veronica Aguilar adresses the Undergraduate Student Government on Jan. 13 in Tempe. Aguilar discussed federal employment prospects for alumni of the program during the first USG meeting of the spring semester. (Jonathan Galan/The State Press)

ASU's student government candidates announced

Executive tickets on the Tempe and West campuses have multiple candidates.

By Jessica Suerth | March 17, 2015

Criminal justice sophomore Justin Ryan Calton. (Ryan Santistevan/The State Press)

Devils of Arizona State - West campus, round two

West campus not only has beautiful courtyards but very beautiful students as well. Check out this week's edition of the Devils of Arizona State.

By Ryan Santistevan | March 5, 2015

Who would you be in Pawnee?

We're all mourning the beloved show's end, so take this quiz to reminisce about your favorite local government employees!

By Ryan Santistevan and Emily Zentner | March 4, 2015

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