Arizona Capitol Times

In case anyone was worried about a lack of candidates in Arizona’s gubernatorial race, a “New” satirical contender has joined the pack with an offbeat platform and the backing of a “New” party.

Say hello to the ‘New’ guy: Comedian aims to shake up Arizona governor’s race | Arizona Capitol Times Fictional candidate New Amato enters Arizona governor's race, targeting Gov. Katie Hobbs and Congressman Andy Biggs.

Arizona is the American Southwest, meaning there’s no shortage of Western history and culture at our state Capitol. Sometimes, that influence spills over onto the chamber floors, leaving onlookers with a fairly good shot of seeing one of Arizona’s highest elected officials donning a cowboy hat more akin to a John Wayne movie than a state legislature.

Cowboy hats and politics: The hats of Sen. David Gowan | Arizona Capitol Times Arizona is the American Southwest, meaning there’s no shortage of Western history and culture at our state Capitol.

Lawmakers and advocates are waiting to see whether the allegedly incoming bipartisan budget will include $1.5 million to actualize an oversight office to monitor state prisons.

Supporters maintain pressure for prison oversight appropriation | Arizona Capitol Times Lawmakers and advocates push for $1.5 million to fund a state prison oversight office amid reports of worsening conditions.