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September 2nd, 2026

AZ Political Podcast: Is Arizona a red state with purple spots? A look at the shifting political map

This week on the AZ Political Podcast, Jim Sharpe is joined by Paul Bentz, senior vice president of research and strategy at HighGround, to take a look at what the current snapshot of polls is saying about the upcoming general election. The two discuss everything from Gov. Katie Hobbs' 15-point lead against Andy Biggs in the gubernatorial race to how voters are responding to GOP candidate Jay Feely in the 1st Congressional District. They also fact-check claims that trust in elections is low.

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Watch Exclusive: Gov. Katie Hobbs and running mate John Giles explain skipping debate decision, Arizona won't shoulder Colorado River cuts alone

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Watch The Faceoff: Could and would President Trump declare a national emergency for the midterm elections?

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Watch Breaking down Gov. Katie Hobbs picking former republican John Giles as her running mate

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Watch President Trump's nightmare: Is the Iran War becoming his biggest mistake?

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Watch Sine Kerr talks about running mate Andy Biggs' plans if he wins Arizona governor election

Sine Kerr talks about running mate Andy Biggs' plans if...

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Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent: President Donald Trump's pro-growth economic agenda...

Watch The Faceoff: Is Gov. Katie Hobbs choosing Arizona over the Democratic party?

The Faceoff: Is Gov. Katie Hobbs choosing Arizona over the...

Watch What Katie Hobbs’ reported choice of John Giles as running mate means for AZ governor’s race

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Watch Inside the Arizona GOP: Talking key races, voter priorities and reaching Independent voters

Inside the Arizona GOP: Talking key races, voter priorities and...

Watch Mondays with Meghan: Why does Katie Hobbs not want to debate?

Mondays with Meghan: Why does Katie Hobbs not want to...

Watch Can Arizona's ESA program be reformed? Democratic candidate for superintendent of public instruction Dr. Terry Leyba Ruiz weighs in

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Watch Exclusive: Andy Biggs and Sine Kerr on their 2026 campaign vision for Arizona

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Watch Gov. Katie Hobbs announces she WILL NOT debate Andy Biggs: Should we care?

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Watch Mondays With Meghan: Should Jimmy McCain be Arizona's first Lt. Governor?

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Watch How Jay Feely plans to represent Arizona's 1st congressional district if elected

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Watch Rep. Andy Biggs outlines key priorities for Arizona gubernatorial race

Rep. Andy Biggs outlines key priorities for Arizona gubernatorial race

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Watch AZ Congressman recounts witnessing Grand Canyon flash flood

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