Hey guys considering a move to Arizona just wanted to see what direction you think the state is headed in? (Phoenix: for sale, rental)

[Zenstyle]

O.P., why would you consider a move to Phoenix? The city is suffering from severe water shortages due to over expansion and development. Do you really want to add to that problem?
If you’re interested in moving to a *warm* state, you would be better off in New Mexico.

[KurtAZ]

Originally Posted by Zenstyle

O.P., why would you consider a move to Phoenix? The city is suffering from severe water shortages due to over expansion and development. Do you really want to add to that problem?
If you’re interested in moving to a *warm* state, you would be better off in New Mexico.

We are? Huh...haven't noticed that...except for the sensationalistic news articles telling us to be afraid. I would NOT move to Vegas on the other hand. They are very reliant on Colorado River water.

[phetaroi]

Originally Posted by Sno0909

So I got about 6-8 years to plan my exodus....got it.

Why not get ahead of the curve?

[Voebe]

I think it's very hard to predict - maybe easier in a few months, maybe not - but I guess it will be more trending left-Democratic. I think that Arizona's embarrassments lately, such as the fiasco with Cyber Ninjas and the extreme rantings of some of the Republican candidates have people backing away from the right.

However, I have to also say that I suspect that each person will say their own side is on the upswing, not because of bias, but simply because our friends tend to think alike, so people tend to hear friends voice similar opinions and mistake that for a broader, general feeling.

[Valley Native]

Originally Posted by Voebe

I think it's very hard to predict - maybe easier in a few months, maybe not - but I guess it will be more trending left-Democratic. I think that Arizona's embarrassments lately, such as the fiasco with Cyber Ninjas and the extreme rantings of some of the Republican candidates have people backing away from the right.

The problem is the quality of the candidates we have to choose from this year, especially in the Governor's race. One of them is charismatic & well spoken, but has pushed conspiracy theories about the 2020 election. The other comes across as weak, timid, and refuses to participate in a debate. I think Arizona will remain a pretty solid swing state, but I hope we can become less controlled by the government in all shapes & sizes ... which includes finally abolishing that archaic 1901 territorial law once & for all (I won't say what it pertains to, but I think we all know what it is by now).

[DetroitN8V]

Originally Posted by Valley Native

The problem is the quality of the candidates we have to choose from this year, especially in the Governor's race. One of them is charismatic & well spoken, but has pushed conspiracy theories about the 2020 election. The other comes across as weak, timid, and refuses to participate in a debate. I think Arizona will remain a pretty solid swing state, but I hope we can become less controlled by the government in all shapes & sizes ... which includes finally abolishing that archaic 1901 territorial law once & for all (I won't say what it pertains to, but I think we all know what it is by now).

That certainly won’t happen if Qanon Kari gets elected.

[wit-nit]

If Kari Fake becomes governor watch for a huge influx of gun slinging right wing 'John Wayne' wannabes heading this way. Oops, there's already a bunch here right now.

[Burning Madolf]

A little OT but since this has become a bit of a vote thread, has anyone here received an email from "publicitypamphlet@azsos.gov?"
I've received 2 emails (9/2 & 9/15) and Gmail marked them as spam.
What's interesting is that they claim I switched my preference for receiving my voter information pamphlet from snail to email via the Service Arizona site. I haven't changed anything since before the last cycle.
Just thought it was interesting and was curious to see if anyone else had received these emails.

[Archaic]

Originally Posted by Burning Madolf

A little OT but since this has become a bit of a vote thread, has anyone here received an email from "publicitypamphlet@azsos.gov?"
I've received 2 emails (9/2 & 9/15) and Gmail marked them as spam.
What's interesting is that they claim I switched my preference for receiving my voter information pamphlet from snail to email via the Service Arizona site. I haven't changed anything since before the last cycle.
Just thought it was interesting and was curious to see if anyone else had received these emails.

I have, and I also received an e-mail some days or weeks before letting me know it would be coming.

Dear Arizona Voter:

Thank you for opting in to receive the 2022 General Election Publicity Pamphlet electronically! This Publicity Pamphlet is intended to support your efforts to participate in the 2022 General Election on November 8 in a way that is most meaningful to you. You may access the publicity pamphlet here: https://azsos.gov/sites/default/files/azsos_2022_publicity_pamphlet_standard_english_web _version.pdf.  


Please also be mindful and mark your calendars with the following important dates:



·     October 11th: Voter Registration Deadline for the General Election



·     October 12th – November 4th: Early Voting



·     November 8th: Election Day



As always, it continues to be a pleasure representing you and the great state of Arizona. I appreciate your ongoing commitment and your participation in this year’s General Election.




Sincerely,

Katie Hobbs
Secretary of State


P.S. Our email vendor automatically provides an “opt-out” message in the footer of every email as a matter of company policy. However, unsubscribing from their email list does not remove you from the Publicity Pamphlet you subscribed to when registering to vote or updating your voter registration through the Arizona Department of Motor Vehicles’ website. If you wish to officially unsubscribe from receiving the Publicity Pamphlet via electronic delivery, please visit ServiceArizona at https://servicearizona.com/VoterRegistration/selectLanguageand update your voter registration record accordingly. Likewise, if you believe you were signed up for electronic pamphlet delivery in error, please visit MVD’s online voter registration website to correct your registration record.

[Sno0909]

Originally Posted by wit-nit

If Kari Fake becomes governor watch for a huge influx of gun slinging right wing 'John Wayne' wannabes heading this way. Oops, there's already a bunch here right now.