Category Archives: Independent Redistricting

Fewer candidates vie for Arizona Legislature

by Mary Mary Jo Pitzl – Jun. 11, 2012 11:19 PM
The Republic | azcentral.com
Despite efforts to increase competitiveness through redistricting, fewer candidates are running for legislative seats this year, which means fewer contested races compared with two years ago.

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Clark, Voss and Klein: Panel’s ‘communities of interest’ rule abused

by Ken Clark, Roberta Voss and Barbara Klein – Nov. 1, 2011 12:00 AM
My Turn
In this year’s redistricting process, code words abound.
The most significant coded phrase right now is “communities of interest.” The communities-of-interest guideline is one of the state … Continue reading

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Panel: Maps may need a full review

by Mary Jo Pitzl – Oct. 22, 2011 12:00 AM
The Arizona Republic

Legislative leaders on Friday suggested they may call all lawmakers back to the Capitol to take action on the Arizona Independent Redistricting Commission’s preliminary maps.
A newly formed legislative panel … Continue reading

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