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Jim Sharpe

Are voters really apathetic about 2024 election — or are they still trying to digest the last one?

Apparent voter apathy might actually be a sign of burnout from previous elections, writes KTAR host Jim Sharpe.
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Video: Why hand-counting ballots like Kari Lake wants isn’t an option

Why hand-counting ballots like Kari Lake wants isn’t an option. Jim Sharpe explains on his Sharper Point commentary. Video: Jeremy Schnell and Felisa Cárdenas/KTAR News
1 day ago
A plane lands at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport on July 15, 2023, during the city’s rec...
Jim Sharpe

Coincidence? Earth Day 2024 comes a day after Phoenix hits 100 degrees

Whatever you think about global warning, the Phoenix heat island effect isn't up for debate, writes KTAR host Jim Sharpe.
2 days ago
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Video: How Arizonans are contributing to the early heat as Phoenix records its first 100-degree day of 2024

According to the National Weather Service, Phoenix’s first 100-degree temperature was recorded at 3:10 p.m on Sunday. Jim Sharpe looks back on the history of early heat, how Phoenicians are contributing to the early hot temperatures and how they can help this Earth Day. Video: Jeremy Schnell and Felisa Cárdenas/KTAR News  
2 days ago
AZ Political Podcast: Garrett Archer talks election integrity...
Jim Sharpe

AZ Political Podcast: Election analyst Garrett Archer with ABC15 talks election integrity

On this episode of the AZ Political Podcast, Garrett Archer, a data analyst with ABC15, sits down with Jim Sharpe to talk about elections.
5 days ago
Kari Lake looks at the crowd to arrives to speak at the Conservative Political Action Conference, C...
Jim Sharpe

Arizona US Senate candidate Kari Lake wants you to do what?!?

KTAR News host Jim Sharpe believes Kari Lake's declaration her supporters should strap on a Glock to prepare for 2024 is dangerous.
7 days ago
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Video: How Kari Lake says her supporters should prepare for the 2024 election

Jim Sharpe talks about Kari Lake’s most recent comments on his Sharper Point commentary. Video: Jeremy Schnell and Felisa Cárdenas/KTAR News
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Video: Did the pandemic affect our sleep patterns?

Did the pandemic affect people’s sleep patterns? Jim Sharpe explains a study on his Sharper Point commentary. Video: Jeremy Schnell and Felisa Cárdenas/KTAR News
8 days ago
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Video: Why children missing school is a big deal in Arizona #news #school #shorts

Why children missing school is a big deal in Arizona #news #school #shorts Video: Jeremy Schnell and Felisa Cárdenas/KTAR News  
9 days ago
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Video: Why children missing school is a big deal in Arizona

Monday’s Sharper Point commentary is about children missing school. Video: Jeremy Schnell and Felisa Cárdenas/KTAR News
9 days ago
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Video: Bridge the Divide: Finding Unity in a Divided World #news

Bridge the Divide: Finding Unity in a Divided World #news #shorts Video: Jeremy Schnell and Felisa Cárdenas/KTAR News
12 days ago
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Video: What do Americans currently agree on ahead of 2024 election?

Jim Sharpe reads a poll about what Americans agree on during his Sharper Point commentary. Video: Jeremy Schnell and Felisa Cárdenas/KTAR News
12 days ago
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Jim Sharpe

AZ Political Podcast: Chuck Coughlin on Arizona’s abortion ruling and its national effect

Chuck Coughlin lays out what the Arizona Supreme Court’s decision means for both Republicans and Democrats in this election year in this week's AZ Political Podcast.
12 days ago
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Video: Arizona’s abortion ruling and its national impact ahead of 2024 election

In this week’s AZ Political Podcast, Jim Sharpe sits down with Chuck Coughlin- CEO & President of HighGround Inc.- to discuss the national implications of Arizona’s abortion ban and the possible impact it could have on federal races in the 48th state. Video: Jeremy Schnell and Felisa Cárdenas/KTAR News
13 days ago
A Phoenix police officer was fired on April 10, 2024, for a fatal 2022 shooting. (YouTube screensho...
Jim Sharpe

Throwing bullets may be more accurate — but throwing rocks can be deadly too

KTAR News host Jim Sharpe isn't convinced a Phoenix police officer should have been fired after he fatally shot a man throwing rocks at him.
13 days ago
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Video: How throwing rocks can turn deadly

A Phoenix police officer was recently fired due to a fatal off-duty shooting involving a suspect throwing rocks at people in 2022. Jim Sharpe breaks down the incident in Thursday’s Sharper Point commentary. Video: Jeremy Schnell and Felisa Cárdenas/KTAR News
13 days ago
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Jim Sharpe

The abortion stance both sides need to agree on in Arizona

KTAR News host Jim Sharpe believes Arizonans should listen to each other and not be swayed by politicians looking for a vote when it comes to abortion.
14 days ago
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Video: Strong emotions, opinions surround Arizona’s abortion law ruling

In the wake of the Arizona Supreme Court’s ruling on abortion Tuesday, Jim Sharpe urges people to say calm no matter which side of the issue you find yourself on in Wednesday’s Sharper Point commentary. Video: Jeremy Schnell and Felisa Cárdenas/KTAR News Photo: Getty Images
14 days ago
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Video: How much taxpayer investment is too much?

In the wake of TSMC getting $6.6 billion from the federal government, Jim Sharpe wonders if’s possible to invest too much taxpayer money. Could this turn the dream of an economic boom into a nightmare? Find out in Tuesday’s Sharper Point commentary. Video: Jeremy Schnell and Felisa Cárdenas/KTAR News
15 days ago
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Video: Arizona needs more security on the light rail

Jim Sharpe shares his experience taking the light rail in Arizona this past week and why changes are needed in Monday’s Sharper Point commentary. Video: Jeremy Schnell and Felisa Cárdenas/KTAR News
16 days ago
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Video: Will Arizona remain home to four professional sports teams? That’s up to the Coyotes

As Arizona Coyotes fans ponder the fate of the NHL franchise, Jim Sharpe breaks down the dollars and cents of what it may take for Arizona to remain home to four professional teams in Friday’s Sharper Point commentary. Video: Jeremy Schnell and Felisa Cárdenas/KTAR News Photo: Bruce Bennett/Getty Images
19 days ago
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AZ Political Podcast: Democratic political consultant Stacy Pearson hits the hottest topics

On this episode of AZ Political Podcast, Democratic political consultant Stacy Pearson discusses the latest, including Ruben Gallego fundraising numbers.
19 days ago
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Video: AZ Political Podcast: Democratic political consultant Stacy Pearson hits the hottest topics

On this episode of AZ Political Podcast, Democratic political consultant Stacy Pearson discusses the latest, including Ruben Gallego fundraising numbers. Video: Jeremy Schnell and Felisa Cárdenas/KTAR News  
20 days ago
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Video: Despite trips to Arizona, Joe Biden continues trailing Donald Trump in polls

President Joe Biden has made various trips to Arizona, but why does he continue to trail Donald Trump in the polls around the 48th state? Jim Sharpe ponders the idea in Thursday’s Sharper Point commentary. Video: Jeremy Schnell and Felisa Cárdenas/KTAR News Photos: Chip Somodevilla, Scott Olson/Getty Images
20 days ago