Nearly 2,000 Americans attended the weekly protest against Trump and Elon Musk at the River and Oracle Roads Tucson Tesla dealership. The growing crowds mirrored actions in more than 200 ‘Tesla Takedown’ protests throughout the U.S. “This is a new record for Tucson; the old one set on March 15 was 1,785 people. But certainly … Read more
By Larry Bodine, LD18 Board Member “There is a coup taking place against the American government and our institutions, and that is hurting Arizonans and Americans,” said Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes, speaking at a standing-room-only town hall in Tucson last week. Referring to the criminal president Trump, she said, “The American Constitution and our … Read more
You can now get a bright yellow branded postcard to demand specific action from your elected representatives while putting an exclamation point on every protest, boycott and rally. Sponsored by Hear-The-People.info, the yellow postcards focus on an important front: MAIL. “No one is naïve; many actions on many fronts are required if we are to save democracy,” says project … Read more
Over the last few days, federal judges across the country blocked several of Trump’s dictatorial edicts and Elon’s access to Treasury records. More injunctions are coming soon. More litigation is on the way as Americans lawyer up to fight the orange tyrant in 21 lawsuits, including: San Francisco sued Trump, alleging ‘authoritarian’ threats against sanctuary … Read more
Elon Musk, an unelected oligarch, now has full access to government payment systems, classified intelligence, and federal infrastructure — and Trump’s administration handed it to him on a silver platter. This is an unprecedented security breach that threatens our democracy, our data, and even our Social Security payments. 🔴 Musk’s DOGE agency has infiltrated government … Read more
The candidates spoke at the AZ Dems Progressive Council Meeting. They included incumbent Chair Yolanda Bejarano and challengers Cathy Ransom, Robert Branscomb and Dave Braun.
By Larry Bodine, LD18 Board Member All these achievements were accomplished with a team effort, with board members, PCs and volunteers working together. 2024 election: promoted dozens of canvassing, tabling, texting LD18 52,000 voters, mailing 60,000 printed voter guides, phone banking and fundraising initiatives. We assisted LD16, 17, and 19 with election guides. Annual fundraising: … Read more
Step into the world of civic involvement with the LD18 Letter Brigade. Our team of volunteers consistently provides well-reasoned Democratic viewpoints that resonate in the Arizona Daily Star and on Tucson.com. It isn’t just about sharing opinions; it’s about fostering a local community where our collective voices make a real impact. We encourage your active … Read more
Written and performed by Carol Evans who happens to be an elected precinct committee person in Precinct 99. I got the swing state blues, I got the swing state blues! [Repeat] Wakin’ up I feel the strain Eatin’ my breakfast, I feel the strain Lunchtime comes, I need my Tums… Oh, I got the swing … Read more
By Eve Shapiro MD, MPH, a pediatrician and health care advocate.