Aftermath persists from disagreement between the Maricopa County recorder and the Board of Supervisors.
Maricopa County Election Control Dispute Justin Heap, the recorder for Maricopa County, is attempting to limit the election authority held by the County Board of Supervisors. He has even pressured two board members to align with his goals. This situation is detailed in a series of text messages that had been uncovered by voting reporter […]
Ranchers in Cochise County Express Disagreement with Mexican Wolf Reintroduction Plan
Kochise County Board of Supervisors Meeting Highlights During the Kochise County Board of Supervisors meeting held on July 22, 2025, a passionate discussion unfolded regarding resolutions for managing Mexican grey wolves and their effects on local ranchers. This meeting showcased the significant divide between those advocating for wildlife conservation and those worried about the economic […]
Should bioplastics be recognized as compost? Farmers and manufacturers in disagreement
California Composting System Under Threat Greg Pryor started composting food waste in San Francisco back in 1996. Fast forward to today, and he now manages nine large composting facilities across California and Oregon. These sites take in everything from banana peels to chicken bones, transforming them into rich soil that farmers eagerly seek for their […]
Fairhope Library experiences ongoing funding halt due to disagreement over book relocation
Dispute Over Book Placement at Fairhope Public Library The Fairhope Public Library is currently at odds with state officials regarding the categorization of certain books intended for teens. This disagreement has raised questions about potential halts to national funding and the broader implications for libraries. According to reports, the Alabama Public Library Services (APLS) board […]
Friendship, civility, and respectful disagreement
This month in Washington, DC, I met with one of the university professors at the American Enterprise Institute. I hadn't seen him for 20 years. He hadn't even returned to campus recently. He used to be my boss, but now he's my colleague. He has been teaching for over 50 years. I asked him about […]