In the following article, we will delve into the fascinating world of Political party strength in Arizona. From its origins to its evolution today, we will explore all aspects related to this topic. We will discover its impact in different areas, its relationship with other areas of study and its relevance in contemporary society. Through an in-depth and detailed analysis, we will examine the various points of view and expert opinions that will allow us to better understand the importance and relevance of Political party strength in Arizona in today's world.
As of January 2023, Arizona's registered voters include 1,443,142 Republicans (34.7%), 1,270,613 Democrats (30.5%), 32,961 Libertarians (0.8%), and 1,415,020 "Other" (34.0%).
State politics
Most political offices are currently held by members of the Republican Party. Both U.S. Senators and 3 of out the 9 House of Representatives members are Democrats, (the other six are Republicans) Many were first elected in the 2018 elections. The following table indicates the political parties of elected officials in Arizona:
^Appointed territorial governor by PresidentAbraham Lincoln to be the first governor of the territory, but died on August 19, 1863, before he could arrive in the territory.
^Gurley died prior to taking office as first appointed governor; Goodwin, who was Chief Justice of the Arizona Territorial Supreme Court, was appointed by Lincoln in his place.
^Campbell's narrow election win was overturned by the Arizona Supreme Court on December 22, 1917, which, following a recount, awarded the office to George W.P. Hunt. Campbell vacated the office three days later.
^Elected to fill the vacancy caused by the previous representative being elected to the next term, but resigning before the term began.
^ abcdeInitially appointed to fill a vacancy, subsequently elected in his or her own right.
^ abcAs state secretary of state, filled unexpired term and was later elected in his or her own right.
^The state constitution was amended in 1968 to increase gubernatorial terms from two to four years; Williams's first two terms were for two years, his third was for four years.
^ abAs state secretary of state, filled unexpired term.
^As state attorney general, filled unexpired term, and was later elected in his own right; the secretary of state at the time had been appointed, not elected, and was therefore, per the state Constitution, not in the line of succession.
^Impeached and removed from office on charges of obstruction of justice and misuse of government funds.
^A power-sharing agreement was reached between the Democrats and three moderate Republicans, who elected Randall Gnant President Pro Tempore, and they organized the chamber with committees alternately being chaired by one party or the other. The twelve conservative Republicans organized as the minority faction in the chamber.
^The state constitution was amended in 2000 to expand the Corporation Commission from three to five members and shorten term lengths from six to four years with the possibility to run for a second four-year term.
^Switched party from Democratic to Independent on December 9, 2022. She preserved her committee assignments and seniority through the Democratic Party.