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politics1 month ago•380 min saved

Election-skeptic Kolodin wins GOP nomination for Arizona secretary of state

Republican state Rep. Alexander Kolodin won the GOP primary for Arizona secretary of state, defeating former party chair Gina Swoboda and advancing to a November race against Democratic incumbent Adrian Fontes. Kolodin has repeatedly questioned past election results and led lawsuits to overturn the 2020 and 2022 elections in Arizona; he is backed by Turning Point USA and several GOP lawmakers. He frames the secretary of state role as a vehicle for greater election transparency and says more observers at polling places are needed to restore trust in Arizona elections.

via NBC News|

#adrian-fontes #alexander-kolodin #arizona

politics1 year ago•4 min saved

Arizona Secretary of State Considers Challenging Hobbs in Governor Race

Arizona's Secretary of State, Adrian Fontes, is considering a primary challenge against Governor Katie Hobbs, reflecting internal Democratic Party tensions following disappointing 2024 election results. Fontes, encouraged by some Democrats who view Hobbs as politically vulnerable, has not yet decided on running. Hobbs, who narrowly defeated a Republican opponent in 2022, faces criticism for her campaign strategies and handling of Latino voter concerns, though she retains significant support from party leaders and a majority approval rating among Arizonans.

via POLITICO|

#2024-elections #adrian-fontes #arizona

politics2 years ago•3 min saved

Arizona Secretary of State Warns of AI Misinformation and Domestic Terrorism Threats

Arizona Secretary of State Adrian Fontes used a deepfake of himself to warn voters about the dangers of AI-generated misinformation ahead of the 2024 election. The video, shared on Meet the Press, aimed to demonstrate how convincing AI content can be and to stress the importance of being vigilant against such threats. Fontes emphasized the need for election officials and the public to be aware of AI's potential to amplify misinformation and disinformation.

via The Independent|

#adrian-fontes #ai #deepfake

politics2 years ago•1 min saved

Arizona Secretary of State Labels Threats to Election Officials as 'Domestic Terrorism'

Arizona Secretary of State Adrian Fontes has labeled threats against U.S. election officials as "domestic terrorism," emphasizing the need for increased security and legal action. A Brennan Center for Justice report found that 38% of local election officials have faced threats, and the DOJ is actively prosecuting such cases to ensure safety and integrity in upcoming elections.

via CNBC|

#adrian-fontes #domestic-terrorism #election-security