Category Archives: Arizona Politics

Dr. Richard Carmona – A Lifetime Of Selfless Service.

Democratic Perspective was privileged to host Dr. Richard Carmona, Democratic candidate for US Senate. His life story is one that should serve as inspiration to all Americans. Carmona was born to Puerto Rican immigrants in New York. As his parents … Continue reading

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Richard Carmona Interview — Podcast October 22, 2012

The Meaning of Public Service: Dr. Richard Carmona Discusses His Candidacy for the U.S. Senate in Arizona. Democratic Perspective co-hosts Mike Cosentino and Steve Williamson interview Dr. Richard Carmona, Democratic candidate for the U.S. Senate from Arizona. Dr. Carmona is a decorated … Continue reading

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Focus On Education.

This week, Democratic Perspective hosted a legislator who makes decisions on education and a school board member who has to live with those decisions. The legislator is Representative Tom Chabin who is running for election to the Arizona Senate. He … Continue reading

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Tom Chabin and Jim Ledbetter Interview — Podcast October 15, 2012

The Shocking State of Arizona’s Education Funding: Who’s Responsible For It, and What Does It Mean For Our Kids’ Future? Democratic Perspective co-hosts Mike Cosentino and Steve Williamson talk with Tom Chabin, Arizona State Representative, and Democratic Candidate for the Arizona State … Continue reading

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A Conversation With The LD6 Jobs Team.

Many politicians promise to create jobs and improve education if elected. But LD6 candidates Angela LeFevre and Doug Ballard actually have the experience and expertise to actually deliver on their promises. Democratic Perspective recently had the opportunity to interview both … Continue reading

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Angela LeFevre and Doug Ballard Interview — Podcast October 8, 2012

Angela LeFevre and Doug Ballard: The Jobs Team. What would it be like if we elected people to our Arizona State Legislature who were deeply concerned about our health, welfare, and economic future, and had sensible plans to do something about … Continue reading

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Dean Baker Interview — Podcast October 1, 2012

The Affordable Care Act: What It’s Really All About. Progressive economist Dean Baker, co-founder and co-director of the Center for Economic and Policy Research, returns to Democratic Perspective to discuss the details of the Affordable Care Act, otherwise known as Obamacare: Who it will cover, … Continue reading

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A Pollster’s View Of The Upcoming Elections.

Once again, Democratic Perspective was privileged to host Democratic pollster and strategist, Celinda Lake. Her clients include the Democratic National Committee (DNC), the Democratic Governor’s Association (DGA), The White House Project, AFL-CIO, Human Rights Campaign, EMILY’s List and the Kaiser … Continue reading

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Celinda Lake Interview — Podcast August 20, 2012

The 2012 Elections: Where Are We Now? Last on our show on in late May, Celinda Lake, one of the Democratic Party’s leading pollsters and consultants, returns to Democratic Perspective to review the issues, the candidates and the Democratic Party’s prospects … Continue reading

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The End Of Arpaiocracy?

This week, Democratic Perspective hosted Paul Penzone who is running against Joe Arpaio, self-proclaimed as “America’s Toughest Sheriff.” Penzone studied criminal justice, graduating from Northern Arizona University before joining the Phoenix Police Department in 1998. During his 21-year career, he began as … Continue reading

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