Category Archives: Newsletters

The other day I received an email with pictures from the Anti-Senate Bill 1070 rally that took place on May 29th. One sign said “White Racists Go back to Europe”. Another sign read “We are here to confront the racist … Continue reading →

I love our state and nation, I’m concerned about our future, and I want to make a difference. That is why I am proud to have co-sponsored and voted yes on Senate Bill 1070, the legislation recently signed by our … Continue reading →

I’ve introduced House Bill 2701 to save utility customers money. Did you know that in 2010 alone utility customers will pay over $120 million in tariffs added to their utility bills caused by unreasonable mandates imposed by the Corporation Commission? … Continue reading →

For the benefit of the entire state, I sincerely hope that my Democratic counterparts in the State Legislature will step up to the plate and start to help solve the state’s budget crisis. Up until now they have been voting … Continue reading →

It was indeed an honor to participate in several Veteran’s Day events. I was honored to speak at the Glendale Veteran’s Day Event at Westgate City Center on Saturday, November 7th. Pictured to the right in an Uncle Sam outfit … Continue reading →

My job as your state legislator is challenging, but very rewarding. Since I shared with you the budget challenges in previous columns, today I’d like to share with you some of the things I really like about my job. The … Continue reading →

I recently watched a re-run of the Saturday Night Live spoof where Steve Martin and his character wife are reading a pamphlet entitled “Don’t buy stuff you can’t afford.” The couple are so used to being in debt that this … Continue reading →

I’ve had a demanding, but rewarding first legislative session. I’ve introduced and co-sponsored important legislation, I’ve voted for and against other legislation, I’ve worked to help balance our state budget, and I’ve met and helped many constituents that live in … Continue reading →

By State Representative Debbie Lesko August 2, 2009 The legislature passed a balanced budget without a tax increase twice. Once on June 4th, then again on June 30th. The June 4th budget bill was not transmitted to the Governor because … Continue reading →

On June 4th and then again on June 30th, the Arizona State Senate and House of Representatives passed a balanced budget that makes positive steps to solve the state’s current and future budget problems without implementing a tax increase that … Continue reading →