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State Capitol · From the wire

Arizona’s Real Budget Problem? Too Much Spending, Not Too Little Taxing

A recent op-ed in the Arizona Republic by the Arizona Center for Economic Progress argued that the legislature’s budget “doesn’t add up” and that Arizona needs a “reality check.” We agree a reality check is in order, but definitely not the kind being offered. The argument, which has become the standard refrain from...

Published by AZ Free News

May 21, 2026 at 12:12 PM MST
Estimated leanLean rightLean rightThe article leans right by criticizing progressive arguments for more taxation while framing government spending as the primary issue. It portrays the opposing viewpoint as misguided without directly addressing the merits of their concerns.Estimated story lean · AI scan of the piece, not the publisherEstimated story lean Lean right. The article leans right by criticizing progressive arguments for more taxation while framing government spending as the primary issue. It portrays the opposing viewpoint as misguided without directly addressing the merits of their concerns.

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