DNA: The Freedom Fighter (Part I of III)
We've watched it on the news and read about it in the papers. It happens more often than any of us would like to admit. People go to prison for crimes they did not commit. And it happened again Wednesday.
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Getting One's Polar Bearings on Climate Change
Global warming debate isn't really about science or economics at all. It's actually a question of theology. It's really our generational version of the evolution debate that's going on here.
Potential Tea Party Candidate Raises $110K in One Night to Pay Legal Debts
When Hayworth last ran for office, the Arizona Republic said Hayworth had "devolved" over his terms in Congress "from a windy and sometimes cartoonish politician into an angry demagogue" and "bomb thrower."
Why Obama Won't Do What's Needed to Deal With the Mortgage Crisis
In places like Phoenix, 54% of homeowners with mortgages have negative equity. That's about half a million underwater mortgages, more than the combined totals in Texas and New York state, where 10 times as many people live.
Arizona Lawmaker Rants on House Floor About Bisexual School Principals in Charge of Restrooms
Barnes is not alone in embarrassing Arizonans this year. Governor Jan Brewer (R) called the capitol a "hell hole."
Tea Partier In Dead Heat With McCain Starts Fundraising For Potential Senate Race
On Monday afternoon, Hayworth sent a fundraising plea to help pay off his legal bills on the premise that he may run against McCain.
ACLU Attorney Who Fought For Miranda Rights Rules Against the Poor
The attorney who introduced the concept of Miranda rights into U.S. legal doctrine ruled this month that poor church members can't eat pancakes before a worship service.
The Last Time Byrd's Record Was Broken
Today, Senator Robert C. Byrd broke the record of a one-time colleague as the longest-serving member of Congress in U.S. history. Let's put his long run into perspective.
In Arizona, An Educational Oasis & The Kids Who Thrive There
At Pima Partnership Middle School, grades are improving and spirits are high. So what makes this school different from others in our flailing educational system? It starts with the teachers.
There's a New Sheriff in Town...
It's fair to say that environmentalists have just about always considered America's utility companies the bad guys. But these days there seems to be a new kind of utility -- and utility CEO -- emerging.
Here's a Secret: Baseball is Not Over Yet
Few people know about the Arizona Fall League. It was created to serve as a final proving ground for baseball's top prospects, and it is perhaps Major League Baseball's best kept secret.
Astonishing news: Arizona and DC actually agree
This past Sunday there was no discontent, no talk of revolt, no screaming about the Feds. In a lovely meadow in the White Mountains of Arizona, the overwhelming sentiment was pride.
Jon Kyl Locks Constituents Out, but Will Arizona Opt Out?
Senator Jon Kyl recently quipped to NBC's David Gregory on Meet the Press, "I'm not sure that it's a fact that more and more people die because they don't have health insurance."
Opt Out Public Option: A Red State Reaction
If any state is likely to exercise an opt out clause it could very well be the Grand Canyon state. Arizona often displays an independent streak when it comes to adopting federal proposals.
Sweat Lodges Are Sitting Bull
Anyone who tells you that vomiting is "good for you, that you are purging what your body doesn't want, what it doesn't need," is a sadist. Anyone who ever refers to you as a "spiritual warrior" is a crook.
The Weekly Diaspora: We Can Prosper Together
By Nezua, Media Consortium Blogger For the most part, it's been a good week for immigration reform. The Senate approved a measure that will end the "...
Court Orders AZ Sheriff to Stop Forcing Prison Inmates to Pre-Pay for Abortions
Maricopa County Sheriff Joe Arpaio is making headlines again--this time for making inmates pre-pay for the cost of abortions, including security and transportation.
AZ Sheriff Calls "Illegals" Diseased And Dirty
During a heated debate between CNN anchor Rick Sanchez and Arizona Sheriff Joe Arpaio, Sanchez compared Arpaio to "Bull Connor," accusing him of violating the US Constitution and seeking publicity.
Sheriff Jim Saves Chistmas, Guns and Solves Heene Balloon Hoax
When Falcon let loose the truth on prime time to Wolf Blitzer, even Barney Fife could have figured it out. By his own admission, that was the first moment the light came on for local Sheriff Jim Alderden.
Step Up to Mike's Challenge
Despite all we've learned from Sicko, Fahrenheit 9/11 and Roger and Me, we continue to take abuse. Our pal Mike is now asking us to act.
Sheriff Arpaio: "I Could Get Elected On Pink Underwear"
Sheriff Joe Arpaio is a defiant, racial-profiling desperado with renewed authority to abuse his inmates. The scary part? The voting public approves.
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