Don't forget to register to vote! NEW
[10/6/2008] - Your voice counts, but it won't be heard if you don't register to vote!  Follow the link to take the steps necessary to register. link

40 Days to Go Building Trades Ratchet Up Political Mobilization Efforts NEW
[9/29/2008] - The Building and Construction Trades Department has kicked it into high gear as the final days to a new president draw closer. link

Union Volunteers Working Hard as Election Nears NEW
[9/16/2008] - Only 50 crucial days remain before the presidential election, and the union movement is working around the clock to get out the message that on issues such as health care, retirement security and jobs, Sen. Barack Obama’s plans would support working families. more

Kirkpatrick Wins Big, Other Races Closer NEW
[9/16/2008] - Flagstaff attorney and former state representative Ann Kirkpatrick sailed to an easy victory Tuesday in the Democratic race for the Congressional District 1 seat. more

Declaring our Energy Independence and Strengthening our Economy NEW
[9/16/2008] - A message from Harry Mitchell, representing Arizona's 5th District. more

U.S. REP. GABRIELLE GIFFORDS ANNOUNCES DEADLINE FOR MORE THAN $6.5 MILLION IN UNCLAIMED TAX REBATE CHECKS NEW
[9/16/2008] - Tucson lawmaker urges Southeastern Arizonans to take advantage of federal economic stimulus program more

View the 1st Congressional District results. NEW
[9/16/2008] - With almost 50% of the vote in a four-candidate race, Ann has clinched a huge victory in Tuesday's Democratic primary and moves one step closer to changing Washington. For additional information, please visit Ann Kirkpatrick's website at the link below. more

View the new television ads for U.S. Congressman Bob Lord. NEW
[9/16/2008] - U.S. Congressman has a new televion advertisement.  Select the link below to view the ad, and to stay up to date with the latest news District 3 news. more

AFL-CIO President John Sweeney says We can create a better America
[8/27/2008] - AFL-CIO President John Sweeney gave a high-profile and impassioned speech tonight at the Democratic National Convention in Denver. more

Barack Obama prepares to name running mate
[8/22/2008] - Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama prepared to name his running mate, perhaps as early as Friday, from a small field that included at least one dark-horse finalist. more

Obama Stresses Importance of Unions
[8/22/2008] - Barack Obama held a discussion on the economy at Patrick Henry Community College in Martinsville, Virginia today. more

Small business commends Rep. Giffords for introducing the Diesel Tax Parity Act.
[8/21/2008] - The National Federation of Independent Business, the nation’s leading small business organization, today thanks U.S. Representative Gabrielle Giffords (Ariz.-8th) for introducing H.R. 6487, the Diesel Tax Parity Act.  Courtesy of Giffords For Congress. more

U.S. Congressman Chris Gramazio to debate tonight!
[8/21/2008] - He will be debating my primary opponent tonight, Thursday, August 21, 2008 at 7 PM at the Love of Christ Lutheran Church, Center for Compassion, 1525 N. Power Road in Mesa.  Thanks to Legislative Districts 18 & 19 for hosting the event.  Hope to see you all there. more

AZ District 7 Congressman Raul Grijalva battled the higher education debate.
[8/21/2008] - I am proud to be a part of this legislation, stated Grijalva. This bill will add a number of mechanisms to aid students in making these choices, including a provision I worked hard to add that will improve the way cohort default rates are calculated. more

2008 Primary Election Voter Guide
[8/20/2008] - Please select the link to view the candidates. link

U.A. Local 469 endorsements for the November 2008 Elections.
[8/8/2008] - UA Local 469 proudly has endorsed local, state and federal candidates for the upcoming November 2008 election. more