Category Archives: Elections

Ann Kirkpatrick Interview, Part 2 — Podcast October 10, 2011

“What kind of country are we going to leave our children and grandchildren?” In the second part of her interview with Democratic Perspective, former U.S. Representative Ann Kirkpatrick explains the challenges facing Congress and the country in the coming years, … Continue reading

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A Clear Choice, Cont’d.

On October 10, Democratic Perspective continued our conversation with former Arizona Congressional Representative Ann Kirkpatrick by asking about the campaign of 2010. “It was an unusual year,” she replied. “Debate is an important part of the political process, but my … Continue reading

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Ann Kirkpatrick Interview — Podcast October 3, 2011

A Very Clear Choice: Former U.S. Representative Ann Kirkpatrick tells Democratic Perspective why she is running again, and why, if we want enduring solutions to our problems rather than Republican snake-oil, the Democratic Party is the better choice for America … Continue reading

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A Very Clear Choice.

This week, former Congresswoman, Ann Kirkpatrick was a guest on Democratic Perspective. When asked about losing her Congressional seat in 2010, Kirkpatrick replied, “It’s not the first time I’ve been bucked off a horse. I just have to pick myself … Continue reading

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Alan Grayson Interview — Podcast September 26, 2011

Do the Republicans Actually Care About What Happens To Most of Us, Or Are They Just Political Attack Dogs? Alan Grayson, former Democratic Congressional Representative from Florida’s 8th District, tells Democratic Perspective why the Republicans are still wrong about health … Continue reading

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Barbara Litrell Interview — Podcast September 12, 2011

Democratic Perspective Goes Local: Barbara Litrell Discusses the Proposed State Route 89A Takeover in Sedona. Democratic Perspective interviews Sedona City Council member Barbara Litrell on the latest developments in the State Route 89A takeover controversy — the issue, the politics, … Continue reading

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Responding To Misguided Referendums And Rumors.

Sedona City Council member, Barbara Litrell, was recently invited to appear on Democratic Perspective to discuss a local issue of roadway control in Sedona. According to Litrell, since 2006 the Sedona City Council has asked ADOT (Arizona Dept. of Transportation) … Continue reading

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Andrei Cherny Interview — Podcast August 8, 2011

The End of Extreme Politics in Arizona? Andrei Cherny, Chair of the Arizona Democratic Party, reflects on the partisan divisions in Arizona politics. He tells Democratic Perspective that the only real way to improve the governance in our state is … Continue reading

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The End Of Extreme Politics In Arizona?

Democratic Perspective had an opportunity to visit with Andrei Cherny, former Arizona assistant attorney general, White House aide, business consultant and current Chair of the Arizona Democratic Party. We began by asking him about the political environment in Arizona. He … Continue reading

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A Rare, Sane Voice In The Arizona Legislature

Democratic Perspective spoke with Chad Campbell, House Minority Leader in the vast wasteland otherwise known as the Arizona State Legislature. We began by asking about the Republicans’ refusal to extend unemployment benefits to as many as 45,000 Arizonans who have … Continue reading

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