The Gaggle: An Arizona politics podcast
Helping you keep up with what matters in Arizona's political news. Each week we interview politicians, public figures or journalists to break down one local issue and how it affects your life in Arizona.
Coming to you every Wednesday morning, The Gaggle is hosted by The Arizona Republic's national political reporter Ron Hansen and produced by Amanda Luberto.
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A breakdown of Gov. Hobbs' first State of the S...
Democrat Governor Katie Hobbs set the tone for her first year in office. Some applauded. Some walked out. The Gaggle analyzes her State of the State.
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Abortion, inflation, school funding. What's in ...
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Happy Holidays from The Gaggle
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Arizona's roses, thorns and buds: A 2022 retros...
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'State's image has never been stronger': Ducey ...
Governor Doug Ducey entered office at a turbulent time. His tenure included a teacher-led revolt at the state Capitol for higher wages and a pandemic.
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Undocumented students now get in-state tuition,...
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A chaotic coda to the 2022 midterms
Republicans say it wasn't fair. Officials say it was fair, just not perfect. Here's what's still going on with the midterm election in Arizona.
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Happy Thanksgiving from The Gaggle
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How will a Democratic governor and GOP-majority...
With Katie Hobbs, a Democratic governor, and a mostly Republican state Legislature, The Gaggle asks how they'll work together for Arizona's future.
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So far, it's more of a red ripple. The Gaggle a...
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Not yet the red wave we expected: the 2022 midt...
The Gaggle analyzes the many close races of the 2022 Arizona midterms and what the results could mean for the state's future.
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BONUS: Q&A with CD6 candidate Kirsten Engel
Kirsten Engel is running to represent the 6th Congressional District in Southern Arizona. Using her background as a mother and lawyer, hear her plans.
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BONUS: Q&A with Arizona Republic reporters on s...
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BONUS: Q&A with CD2 candidate Tom O'Halleran
The 2nd Congressional District candidate discusses his legislative wins and what's most important to his district.
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Hand counts, pen debates, voter intimidation: H...
The 2022 midterm election is less than a week away and complications are already evident. The Gaggle dives into what you need to know.
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BONUS: Q&A with Arizona attorney general candid...
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BONUS: Q&A with Senate candidate Mark Kelly
U.S. Senator Mark Kelly answers questions on abortion, inflation, and the border.
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BONUS: Q&A with CD4 candidate Greg Stanton
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Independent voters have their own take on the m...
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BONUS: Q&A with CD1 candidates David Schweikert...
Q&A with candidates David Schweikert and Jevin Hodge, who are running for the 1st Congressional District, spanning the northeast valley and north-central Phoenix.
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Families still fighting for justice a decade af...
A decade after José Antonio's death, his family still hasn't given up hope. The Gaggle looks at their fight and how it has impacted the border.
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BONUS: Q&A with superintendent candidates Kathy...
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What to know about Arizona propositions before ...
The midterms are near. The Gaggle is here to analyze what's on your ballot and who is behind them.
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Statistics say young people don't vote. But the...
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How Arizona's abortion ban could affect the 202...
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