Cactus Roots Connection
Below you’ll find copies of the most recent Cactus Roots Connectors emails.
Cracking down on fraud in our health care system
Reducing waste, fraud and abuse in our health care system saves taxpayer dollars and protects the health care investments made by individuals, businesses and government. The non-partisan Congressional Budget Office estimates that every dollar invested to fight fraud yields approximately $1.75 in savings. As any business owner will tell you, that is a powerful return on [...]
» Read more...Standing up for Southern Arizona Seniors
In these difficult economic times, the face of retirement is changing. Our seniors rely even more on the guaranteed benefits of Medicare and Social Security for a safe and healthy retirement. Seniors are changing jobs, staying on the job longer and going back to school – not just because they want to, but because they [...]
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Register to Vote by Mail
Cochise County Recorder http://cochise.az.gov/cochise_recorder.aspx?id=378 (520)-432-8358 Pima County Recorder http://www.recorder.pima.gov/ (520) 740-4330 Request by webform: https://www.recorder.pima.gov/earlyballot/default.aspx Pinal County Recorder http://www.pinalcountyaz.gov/Departments/Recorder/Pages/Home.aspx 520-866-6059 Santa Cruz County Recorder http://www.co.santa-cruz.az.us/recorder/ (520) 375-7995 Print application from website: http://www.co.santa-cruz.az.us/recorder/pdf/RequestforEarlyBallot.pdf
» Read more...Republicans for Giffords
Republicans for Giffords Gabrielle Giffords has led the effort to reform corrupt earmarking in Congress. She has refused to vote for a pay raise since taking office and sponsored a constitutional amendment that requires Washington to balance the budget.
» Read more...Ranchers for Giffords
Earlier this month, Gabrielle pushed through $600 million in border security funds. She successfully fought to put National Guard troops on the border. And she introduced legislation to block smuggling proceeds from flowing into Mexico and strengthen penalties for those who smuggle drugs into the U.S. using ultralight aircraft.
» Read more...Seniors for Giffords
Seniors for Giffords Gabriele Giffords fights for Southern Arizona seniors. She is a champion for our veterans and military families. She has promised to protect Social Security.
» Read more...Law Enforcement for Giffords
Law Enforcement for Giffords Last month, Gabrielle fought to restore $50 million for local law enforcement agencies in the southwest border region. She has also successfully helped secure $13.8 million for local Arizona law enforcement agencies working to secure the border.
» Read more...Independents for Giffords!
Independents for Giffords! Gabrielle is not like other politicians. She takes an independent view on the issues and was rated Arizona’s most moderate member of congress by the National Journal in 2009. Share Independents for Giffords on Facebook and Twitter
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Video: Veterans for Giffords!
Veterans for Giffords! A member of the House Armed Services Committee, Gabrielle improved the new G.I. Bill, worked to pass the biggest VA funding increase ever and fights for the needs of Southern Arizona’s military families. Share Veterans for Giffords on Facebook and Twitter
» Read more...Fire Fighters for Giffords!
Fire Fighters for Giffords Gabrielle has been endorsed by the Professional Fire Fighters of Arizona. Watch the video to see local firefighters share why they support Gabrielle. Gabrielle has fought to provide Arizona’s fire fighters with the resources and equipment they need to keep our community safe. Gabrielle always stands up for Southern Arizona, not [...]
» Read more...Educators for Giffords!
Educators for Giffords! Click on the video to watch educators from Sierra Vista to Marana testify about their support for Gabrielle. Educators for Giffords is just one example of the growing enthusiasm for Gabrielle’s work standing up for Southern Arizona. She is a champion for math and science education, fighting to make sure our students [...]
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Don’t wear your boots, bring your tennis shoes
Gabrielle Giffords gets it. Arizona’s southern border is in trouble and she’s fighting every day to fix it.
» Read more...Holding Wall Street accountable
Dear Friend, As a businessman, I put a high priority on honesty, transparency and fair play. I support Gabrielle Giffords because she fights for these values every day. Only 18 months ago, the recklessness and greed of some on Wall Street devastated the life savings of Southern Arizona families and seniors, caused record job losses [...]
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Happy Father’s Day
I’d like to wish a very happy Father’s Day to all of the great Arizona dads. From caring for scraped knees and helping with homework to giving good advice and hugs when it’s needed most, thank you for all that you do and the many roles you play. I hope you enjoy the heartfelt homemade cards, coffee mugs and new ties that come your way today. You’ve earned them!
» Read more...Memorial Day Message
I hope you are enjoying this holiday weekend with friends and family. As we commemorate Memorial Day with celebrations, parades and barbeques, I hope you will join me and my family in remembering what makes this holiday so important: the troops who have fought bravely to protect the country we hold so dear.
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Happy Mother’s Day!
Please join me in wishing a very happy Mother’s Day to all of the great moms in our Cactus Roots community!
Whether it’s at a meal around the dining table or a phone call across the country, I hope this Mother’s Day brings you and your loved ones together to celebrate, laugh and enjoy time with one another.
Today, I am thinking about my mom, Gloria. I am very much her daughter, and I am grateful for all of her love and support. My mom truly is my greatest inspiration. Both my mom and dad instilled in me their values of hard work, treating others with dignity and respect and giving back, which have made me the person I am today.
» Read more...Cactus Roots Connector: Edition 50
I saw many of you around the district over the past month: from the incredible second annual Tucson Festival of Books, to the viewing of the copy of the Declaration of Independence to the wonderful Founder’s Day in Marana. I especially appreciated the multitude of expressions of support that I have received as the 2010 campaign picks up steam. Read below about some of the exciting things that have been going on this month – and then make sure to come on by and join our Cactus Roots team!
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