Why we should all thank an Arizona election worker

Arizona’s election workers have once again proven themselves to be the backbone of our democracy.

Their tireless commitment to processing votes and maintaining order across polling locations has ensured a fair, accurate and smoothly conducted election.

As a former governor, I’ve always believed in the importance of respecting and upholding the integrity of our electoral process. This election was no different.

This year, Arizona’s elections were under intense scrutiny. Yet, thanks to the diligence of our election officials, voters can have confidence that the process was fair and transparent.

Across the state, poll workers and election officials worked long hours to ensure that every eligible vote was counted and that no corner was cut. Their professionalism and integrity deserve our highest praise.

In this closely contested election, we saw a striking example of what happens when candidates focus on the issues that matter most to voters.

Donald Trump’s victory demonstrates that a message centered on substantive policy........

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