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Virtual Thirsty Thursday Recap for February 18th
Thanks to all LD17 friends who attended Thirsty Thursday last Thursday! With drinks in hand (or, not!), we covered thoughts on Kyrsten Sinema’s minimum wage increase stand, Ted Cruz and his “Flyin’ Ted” fiasco, and the desperate power and water crises facing Texans. In addition,…
Candidate Signs FAQ
We are frequently contacted about how and where people can get candidate campaign signs. Candidates for the Arizona Legislature and Maricopa County offices have provided the LD 17 office with signs, on a first-come, first-served basis. The signs we have available vary based on availability,…
Tell Gilbert and Chandler to Mask Up
If you live in Gilbert or Chandler, or know someone who does, we need you to email the mayor and council. Let them know that you support mandatory masks for the safety of Arizonans.Thursday at 4:00 PM in Chandler, the mayor and council will discuss…
From Anguish to Action
Many of you have expressed your grief, solidarity, and a desire to take action to help address the seemingly intractable issue of racial injustice in our nation. If you are wondering what you can do, there are excellent resources on the Obama Foundation: https://www.obama.org/anguish-and-action/. Locally, you can…
Sign Candidate Petitions
The month of June will be busy for us. We are in a prime location to assist with getting petition signatures for candidates and initiatives who cannot use E-Qual. Petitions are due in the first week of July. We will also be distributing campaign signs…
Virtual Thirsty Thursday Recap
Our May Thirsty Thursday went virtual! For the first time LD 17ers grabbed their beverages of choice, favorite snack, and talked shop about what has been keeping them sane during the COVID-19 quarantine. Here’s a recap of the recommendations! Comedy: Sarah Cooper – How to…
Vote by mail deadlines
The Arizona Primary Election is swiftly approaching on Tuesday August 4, 2020. It is important that you vote, but we want you to stay safe. The Permanent Early Voter List (PEVL) is an excellent way to make your voice heard, while maintaining your health and…
Keep Updated About COVID-19
The Novel Corona Virus (COVID-19) is a global pandemic that is changing all of our lives. Arizonans are under an Executive Order encouraging Arizonans to stay home, stay healthy and stay connected. Many have lost income as a result of the pandemic, and need financial…
2020 Census
Complete your census by the end of May! The 2020 Census is happening now. You can respond online, by phone, or by mail. The results of this once-a-decade count determine the number of seats each state has in the House of Representatives. They are also…