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May 23, 2013- Arts and the Economy Report |
 Video - The Arizona Cultural Data Project Task Force recently released a report that reveals the impact of Arizona’s arts and culture sector on the lives of Arizonans and the state’s economy. Jaime Dempsey, Deputy Director of the Arizona Commission on the Arts, will discuss the report, which will be released for the first time on Arizona Horizon.
May 16, 2013- South Mountain Freeway | Video
- A public hearing on a draft environmental impact statement for the proposed South Mountain Freeway will be held Tuesday, May 21. The hearing will provide the public with an opportunity to learn more about the proposed new freeway and provide formal comments. Timothy Tate of the Arizona Department of Public Transportation will discuss the upcoming hearing and the latest on the freeway proposal.
May 7, 2013- Sequestration Impact on Arizona | Video
- It’s been a couple of months since the across-the-board federal budget cuts known as "sequestration" started. Barry Broome, President and CEO of the Greater Phoenix Economic Council, says the cuts could be worse for Arizona than the housing bubble. Broome will talk about the impacts of the sequester.
April 24, 2013- Immigration Reform's Economic Impact | Video
- The immigration reform bill being introduced in congress could pump millions of dollars into Arizona’s economy. Arizona State University's Dennis Hoffman will tell us more.
March 20, 2013- Sales Tax Reform Impact on Cities | Video
- The Governor’s plan to reform Arizona’s sales tax has cities worried that they will lose revenues. Ken Strobeck, Executive Director of the Arizona League of Cities and Towns, will tell us more about the concerns of cities and bring us up to date on negotiations to resolve the issues.
February 26, 2013- The Sequester | Video
- On March 1, automatic budget cuts in the federal budget known as the “Sequester” will kick in unless Congress acts to stop them. Local economist Jim Rounds of the Elliott D. Pollack Company will discuss the impact of possible cuts on Arizona.
- Impact of Tax Cuts on the Economy | Video
- A study recently released by the non-partisan Grand Canyon Institute reveals that two decades of tax cuts in Arizona have not spurred economic growth. David Wells of the institute will tell us more about the report.
November 14, 2012- Impact of the “Fiscal Cliff” on Arizona | Video
- If the federal government steps over the “fiscal cliff” will it take Arizona with it? ASU Economist Dennis Hoffman talks about the local impact of federal spending cuts and tax increases set to take effect in January unless Congress intervenes.
November 13, 2012- US Airways Study | Video
- Elliott Pollack talks about a study his firm conducted that takes a look at the economic impact of US Airways on the Valley’s economy and losses that could occur if the company merges with another airline and moves its operational hub to another state.
November 8, 2012- Social Impact of Title-9 | Video
- Title-9 celebrates its 40th anniversary. Head coach of ASU's Women's Basketball Team Charli Turner Thorne, talks about the landmark legislation. Video clip of Ann Meyers Drysdale, a member of the Basketball Hall of Fame, speaks about Title-9.
October 16, 2012- VOTE 2O12: Independent Voters | Video
- Jackie Salit, the president of Independentvoting.org and author of “Independents Rising” talks about the independent voter movement and its potential impact on future elections.
August 20, 2012- Megapolitan Impacts on Climate | Video
- Arizona State University, along with the National Center for Atmospheric Research, have conducted a first-of-its-kind study on the impacts of megapolitan areas on regional climate. The study found that the Sun Corridor, a megapolitan area running from Prescott to Nogales and expected to be home to nine million people by 2040, could raise temperatures by four degrees Celsius. Matei Georgescu, lead author and assistant professor in the School of Geographical Sciences and Urban Planning in ASU’s College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, will talk about the study.
July 26, 2012- Economic Impact of Science Foundation Arizona | Video
- Investing in Arizona’s technology sector has a tremendous impact on the State’s economy according to a new report commissioned by Science Foundation Arizona. Margaret Mullen, Chief Operating Officer for SFAz, shares the report’s findings.
July 16, 2012July 10, 2012- Foreclosure Prevention Task Force | Video
- Patricia Garcia Duarte, Chair of the Arizona Foreclosure Prevention Task Force, talks about the impact of foreclosure counseling programs in Arizona
July 9, 2012May 30, 2012- Smoke-Free Arizona Act | Video
- In 2006, Arizona voters passed an initiative that prohibits smoking in most public places. We take a look at the impact of the Smoke-Free Arizona Act five years after it went into effect. Guests include Bill Pfeiffer, President and CEO of the American Lung Association of the Southwest and Harmony Duport who is responsible for enforcing the Act for the Arizona Department of Health Services.
May 8, 2012May 3, 2012April 18, 2012- Economic Growth: Chandler & Intel | Video
- Chandler Mayor Jay Tibshraeny talks about the potential economic impact of Intel’s new $5 billion fabrication facility that’s currently being built in his city and what Chandler has done to position itself as a leading manufacturing hub for the state’s high tech industry.
April 17, 2012- Arizona Budget | Video
- State Representative Justin Olson, who is vice-chair of the House Appropriations Committee, discusses the latest State revenue forecast and its impact on budget negotiations.
April 16, 2012- Arizona Budget | Video
- John Arnold, the Governor’s budget director, discusses the latest State revenue forecast and its impact on budget negotiations.
November 28, 2011- Debt Committee Failure | Video
- ASU Economist Dennis Hoffman discusses the failure of the congressional “super committee” to reach a deficit reduction deal and the impact on Arizona.
November 21, 2011- Controlling Diabetes | Video
- Tim Vaske, head of the Bureau of Tobacco and Chronic Disease for the Arizona Department of Health Services, talks about the incidence and impact of diabetes in Arizona and programs that help control the disease.
November 11, 2011October 27, 2011- Impact of “Passing Moods” on Economic Decisions | Video
- A team of ASU researchers is studying how rational economic decisions are influenced by a person’s mood and embedded human impulses. ASU professor Douglas Kenrick and Jessica Li, an ASU doctoral student, talk about their research.
September 15, 2011August 22, 2011- Closing Borders Books | Video
- Gayle Shanks, the founder and co-owner of Changing Hands Bookstore in Tempe, talks about talk about how the closing of Borders book stores may impact the book-selling marketplace.
August 18, 2011- Biofuels Initiative | Video
- The Obama Administration is planning a major investment in biofuels for military and commercial transportation. Dan Rees, the president of REV Biodiesel in Gilbert, AZ and Dr. Milton Sommerfeld, Co-Director of ASU’s Laboratory of Algae Research and Biotechnology talk about how this new investment could impact Arizona’s biofuels industry.
July 18, 2011- Tourism Economic Impact | Video
- The Executive Director of the Arizona Office of Tourism, Sherry Henry, talks about the latest Arizona tourism industry statistics.
July 7, 2011- Medicaid Enrollment Freeze | Video
- Anne Ronan from the Arizona Center for Law in the Public Interest discusses the impact of freezing enrollment for childless adults in the AHCCCS program.
July 6, 2011- Clean Elections Ruling Impact | Video
- The United States Supreme Court ruled that the matching funds provision of Arizona’s Clean Elections public campaign financing system is unconstitutional. That means publicly-funded candidates will no longer get extra public money to match spending by privately-financed candidates. Political analysts Bob Grossfeld of the Media Guys and Stan Barnes of Copper State Consulting Group talk about the decision will change Arizona’s political landscape.
May 31, 2011- Medical Marijuana Lawsuit | Video
- Arizona’s Governor and Attorney General have filed a lawsuit to determine if Arizona’s medical marijuana system violates federal law. Will Humble, director of the Arizona Department of Health Services talks about how the lawsuit will impact the medical marijuana program.
May 5, 2011April 27, 2011- Development Impact Fees | Video
- Governor Brewer signed a bill that regulates the impact fees cities charge home builders to help pay for growth-related infrastructure. Mesa Mayor Scott Smith and Spencer Kamps, Vice President of the Home Builders Association of Central Arizona, discuss the bill which represents a compromise between cities and developers.
- Legislative Wrap-up: The Environment | Video
- Sandy Bahr, director of the Grand Canyon Chapter of the Sierra Club, discusses the impact of the legislative session on Arizona’s environment.
April 26, 2011- Legislative Wrap-up: Education | Video
- We take a look at the impact of budget cuts and other legislation on public education with Senator Rich Crandall, Chair of the Senate Education Committee; Ann-Eve Pedersen, president of the Arizona Education Network; and Chuck Essigs of the Arizona Association of School Business Officials.
April 25, 2011- Economic Future of Indian Lands | Video
- ASU’s Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law is hosting a conference that examines issues of economic development on Indian lands. Carl Artman, director of the College of Law’s Tribal Economic Development Program, and Diane Enos, president of the Salt River Pima Maricopa Indian Community, discuss some of the issues that impact tribal land management and strategic development.
April 7, 2011- State Budget: Impact on Counties and Cities | Video
- Navajo County Supervisor and President of the County Supervisors Association of Arizona David Tenney and Chandler Mayor Jay Tibshraeny discuss the impact of the $8.3 billion FY 2012 state budget on local government.
April 5, 2011- State Budget and the Economy | Video
- Economists discuss the potential impact of the state budget on Arizona’s economy. Guests include ASU economist Dennis Hoffman and Alan Maguire, president and principal economist for The Maguire Company.
April 4, 2011- AHCCCS Budget | Video
- State lawmakers and the governor are proposing big cuts to the state’s health insurance for the poor. Tom Betlach, director of the Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System, will talk about how those cuts will impact his agency and its clients.
Kim VanPelt, associate director of Arizona Health Futures for St. Luke’s Health Initiatives, will explain what the proposed AHCCCS enrollment freeze will mean for Arizona’s Medicaid population and their health care providers.
March 31, 2011- K-12 Budget Cuts | Video
- School officials explain how budget cuts proposed by the Governor and the State Senate will impact schools and students. Guests include Dr. Ron Richards, Superintendent of the Pendergast Elementary School District in the West Valley and David Peterson, Assistant Superintendent and Business Manager for the Scottsdale Unified School District.
- Higher Education Budget Cuts | Video
- Northern Arizona University President John Haeger talks about how the proposed budget cuts will impact his university.
February 3, 2011- Challenges of Local Government | Video
- State lawmakers have introduced a number of bills that would impact cities and towns in a variety of ways. Here to discuss what Arizona's local governments are facing is Ken Strobeck, Executive Director of League of AZ Cities and Towns.
January 31, 2011- State Budget Deficit: Raise Taxes or Reduce Spending? | Video
- State lawmakers have two primary options to erase the State’s massive budget deficit: 1) raise taxes or, 2) cut government spending. Both have a negative impact on Arizona’s economy, but according to a new analysis by the L. William Seidman Research Institute at ASU’s W. P. Carey School of Business, one option is less economically harmful than the other. Tom R. Rex, associate director of the Center for Competitiveness and Prosperity Research, explains.
January 12, 2011- Medical Marijuana and the Workplace | Video
- Rick DeGraw of SCF Arizona, the state’s largest workers compensation insurance company, discusses the potential impact of medical marijuana on the workplace.
November 18, 2010- Economic Impact of SB 1070 | Video
- A new report blames Arizona’s immigration law for more than $140-million in lost revenue. Senior Vice President and Economist for Elliott D. Pollack & and Company, the firm that conducted a study the report is based on, talks about the data.
November 8, 2010- Navajo Generating Station | Video
- A public forum will be held November 15th to consider the impact on water and energy users if expensive federal pollution regulations force the closing of the coal-fired Navajo Generating Station in Northeastern Arizona. Susan Bitter Smith, President of the Central Arizona Project’s Board of Directors, discusses the issue.
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November 4, 2010- For-profit Universities | Video
- Grand Canyon University’s Brian Mueller discusses the role and economic impact of Arizona’s private, for-profit institutions of higher education.
August 24, 2010- Independent Voters | Video
- ASU pollster Dr. Bruce Merrill discusses the growing number of independent voters in Arizona and how they impact elections.
July 14, 2010- The Political Impact of SB 1070 | Video
- Director of ASU's School of Government, Politics and Global Studies Dr. Patrick Kenney and ASU Political Science Professor Emeritus Dr. Bruce Merrill talk about how the battle over Arizona’s immigration law could impact the upcoming elections and the political landscape in both Arizona and the nation’s capitol.
May 4, 2010- Behavioral Health Cuts | Video
- Dr. Laura Nelson, Acting Director of the Division of Behavioral Health for the State Department of Health Services talks about implementing state budget cuts, and how they may impact people with serious mental illnesses.
May 3, 2010- Political Impact of SB 1070 | Video
- ASU Professor Emeritus Bruce Merrill, an expert in political behavior, shares his views on how Arizona’s tough new immigration law could impact the governor’s race and other elections.
April 1, 2010- Tablet computers | Video
- As Apple prepares for the release of its new tablet computer, the iPad, ASU journalism professor Tim McGuire shares his thoughts about how the device may impact the way we get our news.
March 2, 2010- Women’s Safety, Health and Economic Security | Video
- The economic recession and state budget cuts may be having a disproportionately negative impact on women. Leading advocates for women talk about how the current economic climate is threatening the safety, health and economic security of Arizona women. Guests include: Allie Bones, of the Arizona Coalition Against Domestic Violence; Jodi Liggett, Arizona Foundation for Women; and Marie Sullivan of Arizona Women’s Education and Employment.
February 24, 2010- Phoenix City Budget | Video
- Phoenix City Councilmen Michael Nowakowski and Sal DiCiccio discuss a proposal to cut as much as $140 Million from the City’s budget. Find out how the cuts would impact Phoenix residents, and if any alternatives to cuts are available to city leaders.
February 22, 2010- Arizona's Golf Industry | Video
- As the Phoenix Open prepares to tee-off, golf Writer, Bill Huffman and Kris Strauss of OB Sports Golf Management talk about the economic impact of golf on the State of Arizona, how the recession is impacting business, and how the golf industry is adjusting to market conditions.
November 24, 2009- Teacher Lawsuit | Video
- The Arizona Education Association has filed a special action with the Arizona Supreme Court against Governor Jan Brewer and the Arizona State Legislature over policy changes approved in special session that impact teacher’s salaries, contracts and their involvement in professional association activities. AEA President John Wright talks about the lawsuit.
November 18, 2009- Navajo Generating Station | Video
- The EPA may force the Navajo Generating Station to install expensive emission controls on the coal-fired power plant located in Page, Arizona. The plant has long been criticized for contributing to haze in the Grand Canyon. Central Arizona Project Board President Susan Bitter Smith explains how new emission controls could impact the price of water.
October 12, 2009- Supreme Court Preview | Video
- The United States Supreme Court has started its new session. ASU Law Professor Paul Bender will discuss the major cases and how the newest Justice, Sonia Sotomayor, might impact the court.
September 2, 2009- Light Rail Update | Video
- METRO Light Rail CEO Rick Simonetta provides an update on light rail operations including the impact of the recent fare increase, extended hours, and the start of ASU’s fall semester.
August 27, 2009- Cash for Clunkers | Video
- Arizona State University economist Tim James will recap how the cash for clunkers program did and how it will impact the economy.
August 12, 2009- Arts Conference | Video
- The Executive Director of the Arizona Commission on the Arts, Robert Booker, discusses the Southwest Arts Conference which will address the current economic crisis and its impact on the arts.
July 14, 2009- Bashas’ Bankruptcy | Video
- The Arizona owned Bashas’ grocery store chain has filed for Chapter 11 protection is federal bankruptcy court. Later this month, the company plans to close ten stores and shed 1,000 jobs. ASU Economist Matthew Croucher discusses the economic impact of the bankruptcy on the State of Arizona.
June 25, 2009- Budget Impact on Republicans | Video
- Solving the state budget crisis has caused an impasse between our Republican governor and our Republican-led legislature. What impact is that having on the Republican party? Former Attorney General Grant Woods and political analyst Chuck Coughlin examine the issue.
June 16, 2009- Development Impact Fees | Video
- Avondale City Manager Charlie McClendon and Spencer Kamps of the Homebuilders Association of Central Arizona debate the merits of development impact fees. The legislature is currently considering placing a moratorium on impact fees that cities charge homebuilders to help pay for roads, sewers and other public infrastructure related to growth.
May 7, 2009- Retiring Justice David Souter | Video
- U.S. Supreme Court Justice David Souter is retiring this summer at the end of the Court’s current term. ASU law professor Paul Bender talks about Justice Souter’s impact on the nation’s high court and about President Obama’s opportunity to nominate someone to replace him.
April 1, 2009March 26, 2009March 19, 2009February 26, 2009- Health Care Cuts | Video
- Arizona's health care system is enduring severe budget cuts made by the state legislature. Arizona Hospital and Health Care Association President John Rivers discusses the impact of the cuts.
February 2, 2009- Cardinals Super Bowl | Video
- For the first time in their history, the Arizona Cardinals went to the Super Bowl. What kind of an impact did the run have on our economy? Ted Simons talks with Ray Artigue, executive director of the Sports Business MBA program at Arizona State University.
August 12, 2008- China Olympics | Video
- Frank Neville, associate vice president of communications and outreach for the Thunderbird School of Global Management, talks about the potential political and economic impact on China as the Olympic host nation.
July 31, 2008- Fueling Trouble | Video
- We continue our four-part series on what impact high gas prices are having on transportation with a look at light rail and bus transit. Susan Tierney of Valley Metro talks about bus service.
June 30, 2008- state Budget | Video
- Dr. Tony Sanders, ASU Professor of Finance and Real Estate for the W.P. Carey School of Business, will discuss the economic impact of the state budget.
June 10, 2008- sen. Jake Flake | Video
- Arizonans mourn the passing of state Senator Jake Flake who died Sunday after suffering a massive heart attack at his home near Snowflake. He was 72. Representative Bill Konopnicki, (R) Safford, joins Horizon to remember Flake and talk about the impact of his work in Arizona.
May 15, 2008- Jewish News | Video
- For 60 years, The Jewish News has served the Valley's Jewish community, reporting the latest news about the community and events from around the world. Rabbi Maynard Bell and Vicki Cabot, former president of the Jewish Federation of Greater Phoenix and longtime Jewish News writer, will talk about the impact of the paper and the impact of the Jewish community on our Valley and state.
May 8, 2008- Miranda Rights Book | Video
- Lawyer Gary Stuart is the author of a book about the Miranda rights. Stuart shares some fascinating stories about how this famous decision came to be, and its ironic impact on Ernesto Miranda, the Phoenix man whose case led to Miranda rights.
February 25, 2008- Rep. Rick Renzi | Video
- Arizona Republic Editorial Columnist Bob Robb talks about the impact of the 35 count indictment handed to First District Congressman Rick Renzi.
February 6, 2008- super Tuesday | Video
- ASU political science professors talk about Arizonas Presidential Preference Election, other Super Tuesday primaries and how the results may impact the presidential races.
Guests: Patrick Kenney, Professor and Chair, ASU Department of Political Science
Richard Herrera, Associate Professsor, ASU Department of Political Science
December 24, 2007December 19, 2007- Arizona's Immigration Strategy | Video
- This compilation of the HORIZON four-part series, Arizona's Immigration Strategy, looks at the potential impact of the employer-sanctions law on our state. Guests include Republican Chairman Randy Pullen and Glen Hamer of the Arizona Chamber of Commerce.
November 26, 2007- Arizona's Immigration Strategy
- This compilation of the HORIZON four-part series, Arizona's Immigration Strategy, looks at the potential impact of the employer-sanctions law on our state. Guests include Republican Chairman Randy Pullen and Glen Hamer of the Arizona Chamber of Commerce.
November 14, 2007October 23, 2007- Arizona's Immigration Strategy
Part 2
- HORIZON investigates the potential economic impact of Arizona's employer-sanctions law and profiles a business that is facing the loss of employees due to the law.
August 27, 2007July 17, 2007- Arizona Biltmore
- The Arizona Biltmore was the first of many resorts that helped make Phoenix a winter destination. We look at the Biltmores history and impact.
July 12, 2007- Employer Sanctions
- Governor Napolitano signed HB 2779 (Fair and Legal Employment Act) into legislation, sending a message to employers who hire undocumented workers. Guests talk about the impact of this legislation on HORIZONTE: Daniel Ortega, attorney and community activist, Dennis Burke, Governor Napolitanos Chief of Staff and Todd Sanders of the Phoenix Chamber of Commerce talk about the new law.
May 21, 2007- Arizona Military Affairs
- We begin a four-part series on the military presence and impact on Arizona. Tonight, what installations are in Arizona, and what role do they play in the larger military picture? The CEO of Phoenix Leadership Council, Ret. General Tom Browning, is the guest.
April 19, 2007- Abortion Ruling
- The United States Supreme Court has upheld a ban on partial birth abortion. ASU Law Professor Paul Bender talks about the impact of the ruling.
March 19, 2007- Air Force Week
- HORIZON helps kick off Air Force Week with a look at the impact of Luke Air Force Base on the Valley. Retired General Tom Browning will be the guest.
February 5, 2007- senate Bill 1132
- senator Jack Harper discusses the bill he sponsored calling for the creation of a Homeland Security Force in Arizona. House Minority Whip Steve Gallardo also joins HORIZON to discuss the potential impact of such a force.
November 20, 2006- Proposition 202
- Rep. Steve Gallardo talks about the impact the states new minimum wage will have in Arizona.
August 17, 2006- Cardinals Stadium
- The Arizona Cardinals have now hosted the first game at the new, state-of-the-art stadium in Glendale. This weekend the public is invited for free tours of the facility. Horizon gives you a preview of the tours, with a behind-the-scenes look. Glendale Mayor Elaine Scruggs and Global Crossing's Scott Norton join us to talk about the stadium and its impact on Glendale and the West Valley.
August 2, 2006- Maccabi Games
- On August 6 athletes from around the world will compete in the annual Jewish Olympics known as the Maccabi Games right here in the Valley. Mark Shore, president and CEO of the Valley of the Sun Jewish Community Center, will join Michael Grant to talk about the games impact on Arizona's economy.
June 13, 2006- Miranda Anniversary
- June 13th marks the 40th anniversary of a landmark ruling by the U.S.Supreme Court. Justices affirmed the right to remain silent in the famed Miranda ruling. Ernesto Miranda of Phoenix was the man whose case led to the decision. We will look at the case and its impact on the judicial system.
May 30, 2006- AIDS in Arizona
- Part two of three
Body Positive, a Phoenix-based AIDS research and resource center, is having a positive impact on the global fight against HIV and AIDS. The center has conducted clinical trials on 23 of the 26 drugs now prescribed to fight HIV and AIDS. Body Positive Executive Director Brian Helander joins HORIZON for an in-depth discussion about the centers research and the future of the global pandemic.
May 24, 2006- Fighting Hispanic stereotypes
- As immigration issues impact Hispanics legal and illegal, local Hispanic Republicans are developing a commercial they hope will fight Hispanic stereotypes. Creators of the "I Am A Proud American" Web site and commercial, Bettina Nave and Max Fose, join Michael Grant to talk about their campaign.
April 20, 2006April 13, 2006- Illegal Immigration Economics
- Dawn McLaren, research economist with the W.P. Carey School of Business at Arizona State University, will talk about the economic impact of illegal immigration.
January 5, 2006- Drought
- For more than 70 days now, the Valley has had no rain. National Weather Service Meteorologist Tony Haffer will talk about the drought and why it's happening. Kirk Rowdabaugh of the State Land Department will talk about the drought's impact to help provide fuel for wild fires.
November 15, 2005- International Emergency Responders
- Emergency response professionals from around the world will meet in Phoenix to talk about saving lives and protecting property during emergencies, and the similarities and differences of disaster response efforts between various nations. Gunnar Keupper, president of the International Association of Emergency Managers, joins us to talk about the impact, response and consequences of the Kashmir earthquake that claimed up to 80-thousand lives in Central Asia.
November 8, 2005- 2007 Farm Bill
- The 2007 Farm Bill May Impact the Entire Country and Arizona. The undersectretary of the USDA joins us to talk about why.
October 24, 2005- Disaster ... Is Arizona Prepared?
- HORIZON begins a four-part series on Arizona's emergency management plan. In the wake of Hurricane Katrina's impact on the Gulf Coast, we see what preparations our state has in place. Tonight, we examine what potential disasters could affect Arizona. Our guests include Leah Farr, President-Elect of the Arizona Emergency Services Association board.
September 6, 2005- Economic Impact
- Economists agree, the death and destruction left in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina will cause long-lasting damage to the U.S. economy. Tracy Clark, Associate Director and Senior Research Economist for the ASU Economic Outlook Center, discusses how extensive the economic impact will be.
July 21, 2005- Supreme Court Nominee
- President Bush has selected a Supreme Court Justice nominee, John Roberts. ASU law professor Paul Bender will discuss Roberts' selection, and how he might impact the court's decisions.
July 19, 2005- Housing Arizona: Affordable Housing
- The latest real estate figures show the median sales price for an existing home topped a quarter of a million dollars this year in Maricopa County. HORIZON examines the impact Arizona's housing boom is having on thousands of families who are now unable to afford a home. Stardust Cos. CEO Greg Holmes, housing consultant David Rosen, and Michael Pyatok, Executive Director of the ASU Stardust Center for Affordable Homes and the Family, join Michael Grant to discuss the growing concern over affordable housing.
June 15, 2005- Prop. 200 Impact
- What is the impact of Proposition 200? Guests Rep. Ben Miranda and Prop. 200 supporter Randy Pullen weigh in with their views on the effect of Prop. 200 on both policy and politics in Arizona.
May 9, 2005- Possible military base closures
- Fewer U.S. military bases are likely to be affected by the new round of base realignment and closures. The list of affected bases is expected to be made public as early as tomorrow, but no later than a week from today. Defense secretary Donald Rumsfeld says the percent of affected bases would be less than half the 25\% originally targeted. Producer Larry Lemmons tells us of the potential impact a base closure could have in the west valley.
February 9, 2005- school Nutrition
- Will removing soda and candy from vending machines and school sales have a negative fiscal impact on school budgets?
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