Lightnews — Scholar-powered news

Arizona Secretary of State @azsecretary.bsky.social · 1d

The EPM is Arizona’s election playbook. Federal law requires that counties must provide accessible voting devices for voters with a disability in every voting location. That’s how we make sure every eligible Arizonan can participate in our democracy.

youtu.be/wQXFJWBa1gU

Elections Procedures Manual - Disabled Voters Ability to Vote

YouTube video by Adrian Fontes, Arizona Secretary of State

youtu.be

1 4

Arizona Secretary of State @azsecretary.bsky.social · 3d

The EPM is Arizona’s election playbook. The EPM protects the integrity of our elections and the rights of every eligible Arizonan to participate.

youtu.be/JRYVZnqvGgY

Elections Procedures Manual - Voter Registration

YouTube video by Adrian Fontes, Arizona Secretary of State

youtu.be

1 1 1

Arizona Secretary of State @azsecretary.bsky.social · 8d

The EPM is Arizona’s election playbook. I am committed to protecting voters from harassment and ensuring their rights are upheld. Here's how the EPM helps safeguard voters at the polls.

youtu.be/dp-GmE1y_c4

Elections Procedures Manual - Free Speech

YouTube video by Adrian Fontes, Arizona Secretary of State

youtu.be

2 2

Arizona Secretary of State @azsecretary.bsky.social · 9d

The EPM is Arizona’s election playbook. Today we sent the draft 2025 EPM to the Governor and the Attorney General for review. The process of drafting the EPM has been inclusive and transparent every step of the way.

youtu.be/wrEpDu6SxfE

Elections Procedures Manual - Transparency of the Process

YouTube video by Adrian Fontes, Arizona Secretary of State

youtu.be

1 5

Arizona Secretary of State @azsecretary.bsky.social · 12d

The EPM is Arizona’s election playbook. It's drafted with bipartisan input and shaped by the public. Here's how the public was involved and what comes next.

youtu.be/21JWmQy12Rg

Elections Procedures Manual - Public Input, Revisions, and Next Steps

YouTube video by Adrian Fontes, Arizona Secretary of State

youtu.be

2 5

Arizona Secretary of State @azsecretary.bsky.social · 15d

Your privacy is something we take seriously which is why we are pushing back against the DOJ’s lawless request. #democracy

5 19

Arizona Secretary of State @azsecretary.bsky.social · 16d

The EPM is Arizona’s election playbook. It’s built on law, court rulings & bipartisan input. Here’s how we draft it.

youtu.be/ewSr7TTdVsA

Elections Procedures Manual - What It Is and How It's Drafted

YouTube video by Adrian Fontes, Arizona Secretary of State

youtu.be

1 6

Arizona Secretary of State @azsecretary.bsky.social · 17d

My duty is to protect Arizonans. I was elected to follow the law and safeguard your privacy and uphold the integrity of our elections — and that’s exactly what I’m doing.

www.kjzz.org/politics/202...

Fontes refuses DOJ demands for Arizona voter information

Arizona Secretary of State Adrian Fontes continues to refuse to turn over voter data to the Department of Justice, despite months of demands and legal threats from federal officials.

www.kjzz.org

13 45

Arizona Secretary of State @azsecretary.bsky.social · 18d

📰

More than 82,000 early ballots had been returned by Friday, and over 92% of voters in the CD7 primary earlier this summer also voted by mail. That momentum appears to be carrying into today’s general election.

Click here to read more: azsos.gov/news/984

Mail-In Voting Dominates as Arizona's CD7 Special Election Sees Strong Turnout | Arizona Secretary of State

PHOENIX – Voters across Arizona’s 7th Congressional District are participating in today’s special election in large numbers, with the vast majority choosing to vote by mail — conti

azsos.gov

1 2

Arizona Secretary of State @azsecretary.bsky.social · 18d

70% of Arizona voters now trust our elections. Thanks to election officials across all 15 counties for their continued work restoring confidence in democracy.

www.noblepredictiveinsights.com/post/arizona...

2 6

Arizona Secretary of State @azsecretary.bsky.social · 29d

DEADLINE DAY: Voters in Arizona’s Congressional District 7 Urged to Act Now on Mail Ballots Ahead of Sept. 23 Special Election

Read more: azsos.gov/news/983

DEADLINE DAY: Voters in Arizona’s Congressional District 7 Urged to Act Now on Mail Ballots Ahead of Sept. 23 Special Election | Arizona Secretary of State

PHOENIX – With the clock ticking down to the September 23 Special General Election in Arizona’s 7th Congressional District, Secretary of State Adrian Fontes is urging eligible vote

azsos.gov

Arizona Secretary of State @azsecretary.bsky.social · Sep 10

We are saddened to learn of the passing of Charlie Kirk following a tragic shooting event at Utah Valley University today.

azsos.gov/news/982

2

Arizona Secretary of State @azsecretary.bsky.social · Sep 10

Violence has no place in politics. The attempt on Charlie Kirk’s life is horrific and unacceptable. We must all condemn political violence—no matter the target—and stand for peaceful dialogue and democratic values. #NoToViolence #Democracy

2

Arizona Secretary of State @azsecretary.bsky.social · Sep 9

Registering to vote should not subject Arizonans to criminal investigation. That’s why the AZ SoS office denied the DoJ’s request for AZ’s voter registration database, which includes info such as SSN, birth dates, & driver’s license numbers.
www.nytimes.com/2025/09/09/u...

Trump Administration Quietly Seeks to Build National Voter Roll

www.nytimes.com

3

Arizona Secretary of State @azsecretary.bsky.social · Sep 4

“We’re committed to transparency, accountability, and service to the people of Arizona,” said Fontes. “This budget is not about politics — it’s about ensuring that our elections are secure, our businesses are supported, and our most vulnerable communities are protected.”

Read: azsos.gov/news/981

1 3

Arizona Secretary of State @azsecretary.bsky.social · Sep 3

This induction is one of the highest recognitions an election official can receive and they represented Arizona by being the only two who got inducted this year. Congratulations!

4

Arizona Secretary of State @azsecretary.bsky.social · Sep 3

State Election Director Lisa Marra and Maricopa County Director of Election Services and Early Voting Rey Valenzuela were inducted into the Election Officials’ Hall of Fame at the 40th Annual National Conference in Salt Lake City, Utah.

Election Center photos by Karl Dukstein

1 6 9

Arizona Secretary of State @azsecretary.bsky.social · Sep 2

It’s my job to ensure Arizona's elections are safe and secure. That includes protecting the sensitive personal data of our 4.5 million registered voters.

www.cnn.com/2025/09/01/p...

Trump administration demands state voter data, including partial Social Security numbers | CNN Politics

The Trump administration has stepped up efforts to obtain personal information about tens of millions of voters across the country, including seeking sensitive data such as partial Social Security num...

www.cnn.com

5

Arizona Secretary of State @azsecretary.bsky.social · Aug 28

Election administration is a state power, not a presidential one. Trump’s threats to eliminate mail-in voting are not only reckless and unconstitutional — they risk forcing voters into long lines unnecessarily just to cast a ballot.

3 5

Arizona Secretary of State @azsecretary.bsky.social · Jul 14

Devastated to hear that a historic Arizona treasure, the North Rim’s iconic Grand Canyon Lodge, was destroyed by fire. Keeping all firefighters and those directly impacted by this tragedy in my prayers (photo credit: AZ State Historic Preservation Office).

4 9

Arizona Secretary of State @azsecretary.bsky.social · Feb 24

Secretary Fontes released the Final Report drafted by the Artificial Intelligence and Election Security Advisory Committee. It details how new tech can streamline election operations, while also sounding the alarm on the potential negative uses of AI that can erode public trust. azsos.gov/news/903

8 2 6

Arizona Secretary of State @azsecretary.bsky.social · Feb 6

Yesterday the winter meeting for the Business Advisory Council was held at the SOS office. They discussed insights on improvements for business services and priorities for FY 2026 to move Arizona at the speed of business. Thank you, BAC members, for your commitment to Arizona's progress.

1 2

Arizona Secretary of State @azsecretary.bsky.social · Jan 14

Secretary Fontes was honored to attend the Opening Day Ceremony of the Fifty Seventh Legislature. The oath was administered by Chief Justice Timmer, introductions commenced, and Governor Hobbs delivered the State of State Address during the Joint Session of the House and Senate.

8

Arizona Secretary of State @azsecretary.bsky.social · Jan 7

Congratulations the Callie Lowe who received the National Association of Secretaries of State (NASS) John Lewis Youth Leadership Award today. Your commitment to civil rights and empowering communities is truly admirable.

2

Arizona Secretary of State @azsecretary.bsky.social · Dec 7

Today marks the 83rd anniversary of Pearl Harbor. Secretary Fontes joined Honoring America's Veterans at Wesley Bolin Plaza today to remember those who lost their lives on December 7, 1941.

5