Democrats Continue to Show Strong Confidence About Midterms Despite Unprecedented Unpopularity

Despite facing significant challenges in 2025, Democrats remain hopeful about the upcoming 2026 midterm elections. Recent polls indicate that a considerable number of Americans view the party unfavorably, yet some Democratic leaders still express optimism about winning back the House of Representatives. House Speaker Mike Johnson emphasized the Republican agenda, stating, “We will increase our […]

Survey: Voters have more confidence in Republicans than Democrats in Congress

Recent polling by Cygnal reveals that, despite negative narratives surrounding the GOP and President Donald Trump, a greater number of voters express more trust in Republicans than Democrats in Congress. In various key areas like the economy (R+2), cost of living (R+2), illegal immigration (R+25), crime and public safety (R+13), waste reduction (R+18), and diplomacy […]

Firefighters in Prescott Valley pass vote of no confidence in chief

The union representing a group of firefighters in Yavapai County has overwhelmingly passed a motion of no confidence against the fire chief, who members say created a hostile work environment, falsified public records and violated contract agreements. It was approved. On September 10, the United Yavapai Fire Department Local 3066 Chapter of the Central Arizona […]

CHUCK DEVORE: Restoring Confidence In Our Elections Isn’t So Easy

Former President Donald Trump Required “Paper ballots, voter ID, and same-day voting” have been proposed as steps to improve election integrity. Republicans and conservative activists, rightly concerned about corrupt election tactics, support these ideas. While concerns about election fraud are real, the proposed solutions share a common weakness in implementation: manpower. The challenge with paper, […]

Maricopa County elections offers virtual tours. Recorder hopes it will boost confidence

Maricopa County is now offering virtual tours of its election centers, which County Recorder Steven Richer, a Republican, hopes will help bolster confidence in the integrity of elections. The Maricopa County Counting and Election Center offers tours to the public but is closed during election season. You can now tour the building online Clicking on […]

Birmingham Fraternal Order of Police may consider a no confidence vote in BPD leadership

Birmingham Fraternal Order of Police Vice President Lawrence Billups announced that the fraternal order will submit a motion of no confidence to fraternal members next month in Birmingham Police Chief Scott Thurmond, Deputy Chief LaQuailyn Mack, Deputy Chief Michael Pickett, Deputy Chief Sheila Finney and Deputy Chief Onry Pruitt. The Birmingham Police Department is reportedly […]