4 years ago, Democratic Party Rex Scott He is the first Democrat to win a seat in the 1st District since 1972.
Scott, who previously worked as a teacher and principal in local schools, said he hopes his work over the past four years in both policy and voter service will win over voters and win a second term. .
“During my first term, I focused on economic development, roads and infrastructure, public health and safety, and early childhood education,” Scott said. “My staff and I make support and service to our constituents a top priority. We visit 16 city halls, meet frequently with HOAs and other groups, and ensure that the people we represent are in the county. We have helped them get the support they need from departments across the country.”
As of Dec. 31, Scott reported raising $34,481 for his campaign and still had $33,192 in the bank.
In 2020, Scott won the 1st District by just 730 votes over the Republican. Spainis seeking a rematch with Scott.
Spain's coach didn't mince words as he explained why he believes he can be a better manager than Scott.
“I watched Rex Scott sacrifice Pima County and the 1st District for three years. He doubled county spending without delivering anything of value to voters, and he doubled down on his comfort zone. “Because he has turned his back on his constituents, including those surrounding the Quail Canyon redevelopment area, to make sure they have a good time. Donate to out-of-state developers and increase taxes on his wasteful spending,” Spain said. “I will eliminate that deceptive threat to our county, restore civility to our board of directors, serve our neighbors, and make Pima County a better place to live by cutting the county budget and reducing the size of county government.” I’m running again to make it a place: fix our roads and attract better-paying jobs.”
Spain, who has worked in the IT field, raised $240 in the last quarter of 2023 and had a total of $1,790 in the bank at the end of 2023.
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District 1, which includes Oro Valley, parts of Marana, the Casas Adobes area, and the Catalina Foothills, has 35% of voters registered as Democrats, 33% as registered Republicans, and 32% as unregistered on paper. is the most competitive district in Pima County. either party.
Scott could also face major challenges, including jake martina 20-year-old political newcomer who founded a nonprofit organization that provides financial and other support to victims of sexual assault.
“One of my biggest motivations for running was seeing the direct impact of the lack of available social services,” Martin told the Sentinel. “As the CEO of Survivor Shield, I have watched community members grapple with basic resources such as safety, access to health care, housing, food, water, and shelter. We want to establish a Family Advocacy Center that will be a central hub where victims can access social services, law enforcement assistance, and medical services.”
Martin reported raising $278 for his 2023 campaign, including a $263 loan from himself, and banked $15 at the end of the year.
Given the closeness of the 2020 election, the possibility of two other candidates could affect the outcome of November's election.
Robert Royce, who is semi-retired after closing his Mexican import gallery/shop “Fourth Avenue'' and transitioning to a mail order business, has applied to run as an independent candidate in the November general election. did. Royce, who previously lost the 2007 Democratic primary for Tucson City Council, said he will know in the coming weeks whether he can gather enough signatures to secure a spot on the ballot by the April 1 deadline. Stated.
Mr. Reuss, who frequently speaks before the board when addressing the audience at meetings, is interested in promoting sales tax and property tax reform plans, as well as “what is fiscal responsibility? “My thoughts on this,” he said.
Libertarian Pendleton Spicer, who ran for Tucson City Council District 2 in 2023 and received 3% of the vote, also expressed interest in the race.
