AZ Illustrated Politics: Friday, February 28, 2014
A look at Gov. Brewer's veto of SB 1062; Tucson Mayor Rothschild's State of the City address.
AZ Week: 'SB 1062 Slap in Face to Many Arizonans'
Painfully ironic to have this type of legislation introduced on 50th anniversary of Civil Rights Act, says founding director of ASU's Center for the Study of Race and Democracy .
AZ Week: Opposing Sides Debate Good, Bad of Vetoed SB 1062
Supporter says bill could have 'helped gay community;' opponent says it would hurt state's reputation.
Advances Made, LGBTQ Workplace Discrimination Remains
Transgender Pima County lawyer says situation even more difficult for trans people; most states including AZ don't have laws protecting LGBTQ people in workplace.
Play Depicts Tragedy That Helped Ignite Civil Rights Movement
Violent 1955 murder of 14-year-old Emmett Till is now a one-act play currently onstage at the Tucson Symphony Center.
Tucson Bakery Owner: My Beliefs Don't Belong in My Business
Sonya Books is against SB 1062 and says she has strong religious beliefs but would still bake for gay wedding.
Pressure Builds on Brewer to Veto Religious Freedom Bill
Her top political adviser joins long bipartisan list of politicians, businesses, rights groups in calling for rejection.
Religious Freedom Restoration Act Awaits Brewer's Decision
Business leaders, faith based community in Tucson urging governor's veto; most GOP legislators support bill.
AZ Illustrated Politics: Friday, February 21, 2014
Bill allows business owners to deny service to gays based on religious beliefs; Tucson City Council tries to balance budget.
MLK Day of Service Events Get Community Involved
Americorps teams, politicians, students among those reaching out in spirit of civil rights lesader's life.
Tucsonans Prepare to Honor MLK Legacy by Serving Community
On Jan. 20 various local nonprofits will set up service projects to commemorate civil rights leader in national holiday.
AZ Week: New American: 'I'm From Here Now'
Overcoming repression, war, refugee immigrants join ranks of US citizens in ceremonies this week.
Indigenous Students From Guatemala, Mexico Visit Tucson
UA’s leadership program teaches group about democracy, education and government.
Working for Equal Rights
Tucson group tries to raise awaress, education and opportunity for often-marginalized residents
Sanctuary Movement: 3 Decades of Activism
Tucsonans mark decision to protect Central American refugees fleeing persecution
