September 28, 2008
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( Phoenix, AZ )KJZZ's Paul Atkinson looks at a couple new websites that help educate voters come election time.
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This link takes you to the KJZZ Election 2008 homepage. You'll find stories and election related websites. For links to polickeraz.com and ballotpedia.org, click on 'election resources.' or see below
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September 27, 2008
Beautiful Brown Diva
( Phoenix )If you had to imagine a Latina on stage at the opera, you'd probably most likely think of the character Carmen. The Spanish gypsy heroine of Bizet's famed 19th Century opus. But as KJZZ's Marcos Najera reports, Arizona audiences are getting to know a new, real-life, up-and-coming Latin diva--a mezzo-soprano named Olga.
[ Marcos Najera ]
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September 26, 2008
A Guest Worker Program That Works
( Bonn, Germany )KJZZ's Tony Ganzer continues his look into Germany's guest worker program from the 1960s and 70s, as he tries to find clues of what may be ahead if a similar program is instituted in the US. Ganzer finds some experts say Germany is still having a rough time with guest workers, and the US may not have it any easier.
All Tony Ganzer Reports from Germany
Find all of KJZZ's Tony Ganzer's reports from Germany here, as he takes a look from abroad at everything from business to immigration.
Morning Edition
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September 25, 2008
Foreign Funding for Foreign Language Courses
( Tucson )Though many students are exposed to foreign languages in high school, some parents want their children speaking second languages earlier in life. For that, many turn to private immersion schools. KJZZ's Tony Ganzer reports on one such school in Tucson that has caught the attention, and funding, of the German government.
The International School of Tucson
All Tony Ganzer Reports from Germany
Find all of KJZZ's Tony Ganzer's reports from Germany here, as he takes a look from abroad at everything from business to immigration.
Morning Edition
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September 24, 2008
Here and Now: Todd McFarlane
( Phoenix, AZ )Arizona Dept. of Environmental Quality director Steve Owens discussed recommendations to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in Arizona. Jim Pignatelli of MATT.org talked about the oranization's attempt to increase public awareness about the need for immigration reform. And valley entertainment entreprenuer Todd McFarlane talked about his rise from comic book illustrator to owner of a multimillion dollar company based in the valley. McFarlane also divulged the underlying reasons behind his three million dollar purchase of Mark McGwire's record setting home run ball.
[ Steve Goldstein ]
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September 22, 2008
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( Phoenix, AZ )Implementing a state law that requires four hours of structured English immersion isn't so simple to carry out. KJZZ commentator Diane Duffy works with students learning English at Kyrene de la Mirada Elementary School in the Kyrene School District. Duffy explains the flaws of the law and the need for flexibility in carrying it out.
[ Diane Duffy ]
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September 20, 2008
Is Phoenix LA?
( Phoenix )Phoenicians seem to have a certain skepticism about Los Angeles. A new report compares the two cities; KJZZ's Mark Brodie speaks with one of the study's authors.
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September 19, 2008
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( Phoenix, AZ )As the presidential election approaches, it's looking more and more as though the economy will be the deciding issue for many voters. KJZZ's Rene Gutel went to a truck stop off 59th Avenue in West Phoenix to talk to truck drivers to learn how high fuel prices are affecting them, and their political choices.
[ Rene Gutel ]
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September 17, 2008
Arizona Governor Janet Napolitano joined Here and Now host Steve Goldstein to discuss the latest in the presidential race, including negativity and falsehoods in TV ads. Napolitano also talked about the economy and state revenues and talked about whether she lost her 'mojo.'
Listener Questions and Comments
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September 10, 2008
Here and Now: Sen. Dennis Deconcini
( Phoenix, AZ )Former Arizona senator Dennis Deconcini talks about why John McCain may not make a good president and whether Democrats are tough enough to win the presidency. ASU finance and real estate professor Anthony Sanders talks about why he disagrees with the federal takeover of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac and what impact the move will have on Arizonans.
[ Steve Goldstein ]
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September 09, 2008
Life after a guest worker program
( Berlin, Germany )As a the US debate on immigration reform and a new guest worker program is stalled, KJZZ's Tony Ganzer is looking at Germany's guest worker past. He reports that decades after the programs were enacted some immigrants and their children are still having a hard time getting along, in both their new and old countries.
All Tony Ganzer Reports from Germany
Find all of KJZZ's Tony Ganzer's reports from Germany here, as he takes a look from abroad at everything from business to immigration.
Morning Edition
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September 09, 2008
A Wild West-Inspired Germany
( Dresden, Germany )Arizona's a choice spot for tourists from many parts of the globe--the Grand Canyon alone is visited by nearly 5 million people a year. But some Germans in Dresden enjoy Arizona for a different reason. KJZZ'S Tony Ganzer reports on how this Arizona Club is using the American Wild West for inspiration.
All Tony Ganzer Reports from Germany
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Morning Edition
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September 08, 2008
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( Phoenix, AZ )It's been nearly two years since Arizona voters approved Proposition 300, which denies in-state tuition to students who are not U.S. citizens. Now, some local teachers say they're worried about the emotional effects that the legislation is having on their teenage Latino students. As KJZZ's Marcos Najera reports, a Phoenix volunteer group called CADENA wants to help concerned teachers reach out to immigrant students.
[ Marcos Najera ]
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September 06, 2008
McCain's Run and AZ Politics
( Phoenix )American voters will decide the next president in less than 2 months. If John McCain wins the White House, will other Arizonans move to DC with him? KJZZ's Mark Brodie reports.
Hear what John McCain's Run Means for Arizona
Hear What John McCain's Run Will Mean for Western Issues
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September 04, 2008
What McCain's Run Means for Arizona
( Phoenix )Arizona's senior senator will officially accept his party's nomination for president Thursday night, and when he does, the spotlight will widen both on the senator and his home state. KJZZ has been speaking with Arizonans who have worked either for or with John McCain, and in the 1st of a 3 part series, KJZZ's Mark Brodie reports on what his candidacy...and potential presidency...would mean for Arizona.
[ Mark Brodie ]
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September 04, 2008
What McCain's Run Means for Western Issues
( Phoenix )Now that Senator John McCain has officially accepted the Republican nomination for President, he's even closer to the White House...and to putting Arizona in the political spotlight. KJZZ has been speaking with Arizonans who have worked either for or with John McCain. And in the second of a three-part series, KJZZ's Steve Goldstein reports on how a McCain administration would come to bear on issues of importance to people in the West.
What McCain's Run Means for Arizona
Listen to Mark Brodie's first story in this series on John McCain
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September 03, 2008
KJZZ's Here and Now looked at primary election results. Democrat Tim Nelson joined host Steve Goldstein to discuss his win in the democratic race for Maricopa County Attorney. KJZZ reporter Mark Brodie and Dennis Welch of the East Valley Tribune talked about congressional and legislative results and what they mean for the general election. Ty Young of aztechnews.net discussed the Corporation Commission race.
[ Steve Goldstein ]
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