AH ADVOCACY TOOLKIT
Advocacy Toolkit
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Table of Contents
Introduction Toolkit…………………………………………………………….……………..3
Tools for Maintaining Communication with Your Legislator
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Letters – Hand Written and Mass Letters ……………………………………………5
Calling your Legislators………………………………………..……….………….......6
Set up a Meeting………..……………………………………………….……………...8
Preparing for the Meeting………..………………….………………….……………...9
Important Points to Consider…………………………………………………………10
The Day of Your Meeting……………………………………………….………….....11
Sample Introductions…………………..……………………………….……………..11
After the Meeting……………..………………………………………….………….....12
Sample Thank You Letter………...…………………………………….………….....12
Advocacy Resources
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Sample Letters to Legislators……….....………………….....…………….………..15
Congressional District………….…….....………………….....…………….………..17
2014 Arizona Legislature………………………………………………………….….20
Americans Employed in Humanities Professions……….....………………………23
Links to Additional Resources..………………………………………………………25
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Introduction
The Advocacy Toolkit is a collection of information, tips, and research from
organizations like the Arizona Arts Commission, Arizona Citizens for the Arts, and the
U.S Census Bureau. This toolkit will help you reach out to state legislators and advocate
the need for culturally-driven programs and initiatives in Arizona.
During this economic crisis, we must work harder than ever to secure funding to support
humanities programming in Arizona. Your state legislators need to hear from you. It is a
right and responsibility of people in a democracy to speak with elected officials about
issues that impact our communities.
Each of us has the power to affect change in our government. We hope that the
information in this toolkit will help you use your voice and advocate for humanities
programs and education in Arizona.
5 Steps to Effective Advocacy with Legislators
1. Educate yourself
2. Meet and educate your elected officials
3. Find ways to combine your cause with those of your legistators
4. Write, call and keep in touch
5. Actively participate as a constituent
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Tools for Maintaining Communication with Your Legislators
“The most important single ingredient in the formula of success is knowing
how to get along with people."
— Theodore Roosevelt
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Writing a Letter to Elected Officials
Why write a letter?
Writing letters to your elected officials can be extremely effective. If you can, take the
time to hand write a letter – it will stand out from the faxes, mass emails, and mass
letters.
How do I find contact information?
Information about Arizona’s elected officials can be found at:
Arizona State Legislature: http://www.azleg.gov/
GovTrack USA: https://www.govtrack.us/
These websites will provide you with biographies, contact information, and voting
records for each representative.
Tips for a Successful Letter
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A short, direct and polite letter is most effective. Elected officials have little time;
they need to hear your message in a direct and concise way
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Handwritten letters are very effective, as long as the handwriting is neat and
legible
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Be polite; don’t be too aggressive
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Request a response
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Include your name, address, and ways to contact you (phone number, email) on
the letter AND the envelope
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Be specific with your concerns and requests. If you’re writing about a specific bill,
give them the bill number and tell them how you would like them to vote
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Keep in mind that facts carry a lot more weight than reasons such as "because
it’s bad" or "because I like it." So include some compelling facts about arts
education.
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Thank them for their time and acting on your behalf
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Address them with respect and use proper etiquette
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Calling Your Elected Officials
Calling your state legislator can be an effective way of letting her or him know that
constituents are concerned about a particular issue. You may speak with a person or
get voice mail.
When you call:
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State who you are, including your name, that you are a constituent of that
person’s district or state, and any other appropriate information.
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Name the issue you are calling about (including the bill number or name of the
legislation, if applicable), your position on it (are you for or against the proposed
legislation), and a sentence or two only about why you have taken that position.
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State clearly what you wish your representative to do (for example, vote for or
against a piece of legislation).
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Close by repeating your name and, if they ask for it, giving your address and
phone number in case the office wishes to follow up with you.
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Remember to be polite, clear and brief. It may help to write out what you plan to
say ahead of time.
Sample Phone Message
Good afternoon, my name is [Your Name] and I’m a member of the Arizona Humanities.
I am calling to urge Senator McComish to support the humanities in Arizona by voting
for [Bill Number and Title].
In our state, everyone should have equal access to culturally-driven programs.
Humanities are essential to Arizona’s economy. I hope that he will vote for this bill.
Again, this is [Your Name]. My address is 123 Main Street, Phoenix, AZ, 85003 and my
telephone number is 602-555-3210. Thank you for your time.
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Phone Etiquette
Keep in mind, when calling elected officials you will likely speak with their staff. Keep in
mind the following, when speaking with staff and elected officials.
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Be polite and concise
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Speak clearly and at a reasonable and understandable pace
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Clearly state that you are a voting constituent in the officials district
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Thank them for their time and leave contact information
Meeting with your State Senators and Representatives
Why meet with your state legislators? An in person meeting with state legislators is the
first step in building rapport with your state legislators. If the people, who represent you,
know and respect you, they are more likely to be open to your ideas and opinions.
Organize a small team of people to go visit an elected official. Try to bring a small group
of two to four people with you on your visit. When assembling a ―team of constituents,
try for diverse representation; people from all walks of life. Diverse groups bring added
perspectives, skills and presence that a homogeneous group cannot.
Some possible team members to include in your visit:
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Parents
Educators
Administrators and arts professionals
Business leaders
Community members
Artists
Humanities organizations
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Setting Up a Meeting with Your Elected Officials
Send a letter, an email or fax requesting a meeting with preferably one month’s notice.
Below is a sample message that could be used for letter, email, or fax:
Date
Attn: (Name of Scheduler, if known)
The Honorable/Dr./Mr./Mrs. (Name)
[Use local address]
FAX
Ms./Mr. (Name of scheduler):
I am writing to request an appointment for several constituents and I to speak with
Senator/Representative [Name] to discuss culture in Arizona and the need to preserve
public support of the humanities in Arizona.
We are requesting a meeting in [month]; my preference would be for [day of the week],
[month, day and year], but we can certainly be flexible for the Senator/Representative’s
schedule.
Those in attendance at the meeting will be:
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Name, title and address for each attendee
Name, title and address for each attendee
Please let me know when the Senator/Representative might be available. I will follow up
with you in a few days if I have not heard back.
Thank you,
(Your name)
(Your address)
(Your Telephone Number)
(E-mail address)
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If you do not hear from them, follow up by phone. You may need to be persistent in
following-up until an actual meeting is confirmed. They are usually not trying to avoid
you—they are simply overwhelmed with requests for meetings in an already packed
schedule, so keep trying. If you speak to a scheduler, be sure to get her or his name in
case you need to call back. Be persistent—it will pay off.
Preparing for Your Meeting
Practice makes perfect. Gather your team in advance, if at all possible, so that you can
share information and agree upon strategies for your meeting. Agree on the focus of
your meeting with your elected official, how you will introduce yourselves and the basic
talking points you intend to cover. Holding a practice session is an excellent idea and
will help you feel more confident and prepared for the actual meeting.
Because appointments with elected officials are often brief (usually fifteen to twenty
minutes), taking the time to prepare carefully will help you use that time wisely to focus
on your most important issues.
You may also want to assign roles before the meeting. It is helpful to have one person
designated as the leader, who can guide the introductions, move things along, and be
sure that the right questions get asked at the end of the meeting. It is also useful to
have someone take notes of your meeting so you’ll remember what has been said.
Dress for Success
Government at the state and local level is a formal institution, so plan to dress
professionally for your meeting. Elected officials and their staffs usually will be wearing
suits and ties for men, and suits, dress slacks or skirts, with a blouse or dress sweater
for women. You are likely to be taken more seriously if you dress in a similar fashion.
Research
Do some research to help prepare for the meeting. For example, find out what positions
the Senator/Representative has taken on humanities and culture related initiatives.
Knowing basic facts about your elected officials and their positions can help you
establish a connection with them and increase your understanding of what might
motivate them to support our cause.
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Important Points to Consider for Your Meeting
Most elected officials need to be convinced of two things for them to support AHC:
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First, they must understand why Arizona Humanities is vital to Arizona.
Second, they must be convinced that supporting AH will be a political win for
them come re-election.
The following talking points can aid you in beginning your discussion with your elected
officials.
Key Messages:
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Since the inception of Arizona Humanities, $11 million has been directed to
hundreds of Arizona cultural and educational institutions
- Each dollar of an AH grant helps leverage more than $5.
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Arizona Humanities makes a positive impact on Arizona economy by stimulating
jobs, commerce, and tourism revenue. Almost 50,000 people are employed in
culturally-driven industries in Arizona
- Cultural heritage tourism increases revenue because cultural visitors spend
more than locals when attending.
- AH programs and resources are crucial for small rural organizations and
communities such as libraries and museums that have suffered severe cuts in
public and private funding during the current economic downturn.
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Arizona Humanities makes an education impact by offering live-long learning
resources and opportunities.
- In a national sample of 25,000 students, those with high levels of cultural
learning experience earned higher grades and scored better on standardized
tests than those with little or no cultural involvement, regardless of
socioeconomic status.1
- Young children who participate in after school culturally driven programs have
shown decreases in negative behaviors and increases in attention span,
commitment, and tolerance.1
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AH helps build stronger communities and enhances quality of life.
- Humanities programs enhance knowledge about other cultures, foster critical
reasoning, cultivate ethical awareness, and nurture creativity.1
Footnote
1 Champions of Change: The Impact of the Arts on Learning, Arts Education Partnership.
President’s Committee on the Arts and Humanities, 1999.
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The Day of Your Meeting
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When you arrive, each team member should introduce themselves. Say your
name and that you are a constituent, a parent, and educator or anything else that
might be important to the legislator.
Note if you have a connection with your representative.
Always be brief and stay on point—your meeting time will be very limited, usually
fifteen to twenty minutes. This is when your team’s preparation pays off. Having
your general talking points written up will help you present your information
clearly and directly.
When speaking with your legislator, the most important thing is talk about
personal experiences with the humanities and culturally-driven programs.
Personal accounts are the most likely to affect your elected official.
Stay focused so that you will be understood and make your point well since a
short, articulate statement will be far more effective than an elaborate story.
Listen carefully to what your elected official has to say and clearly and succinctly
answer any questions she or he asks.
Speak slowly and clearly, without using jargon, slang, acronyms, abbreviations or
terms that other people may not understand.
Sample Introductions:
Good afternoon, Representative Smith. My name is Robert Jones, and I am a lifelong
resident of our state, as you are. I am a small business owner in Phoenix and a resident
of Legislative District 28. I very much appreciate this opportunity to talk with you about
how the Arizona Humanities is benefiting your district.
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Speak positively about the humanities and how AH benefits our state. Make your
own position clear and let it speak for itself.
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If you do not know something, do not make it up. Explain that you do not know
the answer and offer to follow up with the information. If you do offer this, make
sure you really do follow-up.
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Be sure to leave information that covers important AH facts or programs. AH staff
can provide brochures or packets upon request.
Remember that most appointments are brief—about 15 to 20 minutes. Leave
gracefully when your time is up and be careful not to overstay your welcome. If you are
invited to stay longer, by all means do so if you have the time.
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After the Meeting
Each visitor should send a thank you note immediately—this is a quick and easy way to
further your relationship with your legislator. If you also met with someone on the staff,
write them a separate thank you note as well. Be sure to follow up as soon as possible
with any promised additional information.
Sample Thank You Letter
Below is an example of a sample thank you letter you can send after your meeting:
Date
The Honorable/Dr./Mr./Mrs. [First and Last name]
Arizona State Legislature
City, State and Zip
Dear Senator/Representative (Last name):
Thank you for taking the time to meet with us on [date] to discuss the impact that the
Arizona Humanities is making in [insert name of district/state here]. We appreciate your
time and attention.
As we discussed in the meeting, (insert a few key points discussed in the meeting)
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AH makes a positive impact on Arizona economy by stimulating jobs, commerce,
and tourism revenue, and
Humanities related programming is vital to the future success of our students.
[If applicable] Thank you for your support of the Arizona Humanities.
If you have any further questions, please feel free to be in touch with me.
Thank you,
(Your name)
(Your address)
(Your Telephone Number)
(E-mail address)
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Committee Meetings
You can also follow the goings on of committees, in person and online. You can track
the progress of committees online by visiting the following websites:
http://www.azleg.gov/StandingCom.asp
http://www.azleg.gov/InterimCommittees.asp
http://www.azleg.gov/CommitteeAgendas.asp?Body=H
http://www.azleg.gov/CommitteeAgendas.asp?Body=S
http://www.azleg.gov/CommitteeAgendas.asp?Body=J
http://www.azleg.gov/ConferenceCommittees.asp?CCType=SCHEDULES
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Advocacy Resources
“Never be afraid to raise your voice for honesty, truth, and compassion
against injustice. If people all over the world would do this, it would change
the world.”
― William Faulkner
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Sample Letters
The Honorable Catherine H. Miranda
Member, District 27
Arizona House of Representatives
1700 W. Washington, Rm #329
Phoenix, AZ 85007-2844
Dear Representative Miranda,
It was a pleasure meeting with you during the Arts Congress 2013 event on Monday, February 4,
2013. I am happy we have a Senator like you in District 27 who understands how arts and culture
programs improve communities and bring people together.
As a member of the Education Committee, a major focus is ensuring that Arizona’s schools are
providing students with the tools to be academically and professionally successful. The Arizona
Humanities (AH) offers an array of programs throughout Arizona that encourage life-long learning
which are free and open to the public. Last year alone, AH programs served 11,500 students,
parents, teachers, veterans and many more. Some of these programs include: the PrimeTime Family
Reading program that engaged 332 children and parents in an award-winning reading, discussion,
and storytelling series, the Speakers Bureau program scholars made 191 entertaining presentations
to over 8,400 people, Making Sense of the American Civil War reading and discussion program
attracted 360 attendees, and the 2nd annual Humanities Festival where over 1,500 attendees
enjoyed music and presentations focusing on the roots of American music and the different ways
musical genres have played into Arizona’s history.
Since 1973, the Arizona Humanities (AH) has celebrated Arizona by preserving and interpreting our
state’s unique cultural heritage. During this time, AH distributed nearly $11 million to hundreds of
cultural and educational institutions. Our support is crucial for small community organizations and
institutions such as libraries, museums, and historical societies to help continue and expand vital
programs in their communities.
At one point, the Arizona Humanities received state funding to provide grants and educational
programming. Unfortunately, state funding has been cut and our primary funding now comes from
the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH). Every dollar that the Arizona Humanities (AH)
distributes in grants leverages more than $5 locally. Therefore, an investment in AH is an
investment in Arizona’s educational and cultural vitality.
We ask you to be an advocate in the House of Representatives for organizations like the Arizona
Humanities so that when state funding is once again available, we will not be overlooked.
Sincerely,
Your Name, Board Member
Email address or Phone number
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The Honorable Leah Landrum-Taylor
Senator, District 27
Arizona State Senate
1700 W. Washington, Rm #213
Phoenix, AZ 85007
Dear Senator Landrum-Taylor,
It was a pleasure meeting with you during the Arts Congress 2013 event on Monday, February 4,
2013. You offered valuable information to help arts organizations show how important they are in
relation topics such as school safety and mental health. I am happy we have a Senator like you in
District 27 who understands how arts and culture programs improve communities and bring people
together.
As a member of the Economic Development Committee, a major focus is creating opportunities for
revenue and jobs in Arizona. Recent studies demonstrate the significant economic impact of the
arts industry in Arizona. Almost 50,000 people are employed in the arts industry in Arizona. In these
challenging economic times, 50,000 working Arizonans makes a sizable impact on the economic
health of our state.
Since 1973, the Arizona Humanities (AH) has celebrated Arizona by preserving and interpreting our
state’s unique cultural heritage. During this time, AHC distributed nearly $11 million to hundreds of
cultural and educational institutions. In this past year alone, AH awarded $181,074 in grants that
foster new partnerships, celebrate local history, and strengthen communities. Our support is crucial
for small community organizations and institutions such as libraries, museums, and historical
societies to help continue and expand vital programs in their communities.
At one point, the Arizona Humanities received state funding to provide grants and educational
programming. Unfortunately, state funding has been cut and our primary funding now comes from
the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH). Additional support comes from individuals,
foundations, and corporations.
Every dollar that the Arizona Humanities (AH) distributes in grants leverages more than $5 locally.
Therefore, an investment in AH is an investment in Arizona’s educational and cultural vitality.
We ask you to be an advocate in the Senate for organizations like the Arizona Humanities so that
when state funding is once again available, we will not be overlooked.
Sincerely,
Your Name, Board Member
Email address or Phone number
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Congressional District
Congressional District #1
Ann Kirkpatrick: http://kirkpatrick.house.gov/
Washington, DC Office
330 Cannon House Office Building
Washington, DC 20515
Phone: 202-225-3361
Hours: M-F 9-6 pm
Flagstaff District Office
405 N Beaver Street, Suite 6
Flagstaff, AZ 86001
Phone: 928-213-9977
Hours: M-F 9-6 pm
Casa Grande District Office
211 North Florence St. Suite 1
Casa Grande, AZ 85122
Phone: 520-316-0839
Hours: M-F 9-6 pm
Congressional District #2
Ron Barber: http://barber.house.gov/
Washington, DC Office
1029 Longworth HOB
Washington, DC 20515
Phone: (202) 225-2542
Fax: (202) 225-0378
Hours: M-F 9-5pm
Tucson Office
3945 E. Fort Lowell Road, Suite 211
Tucson, AZ 85712
Phone: (520) 881-3588
Fax: (520) 322-9490
Hours: M-F 8-5pm
Sierra Vista Office
77 Calle Portal, Suite B-160
Sierra Vista, AZ 85635
Phone: (520) 459-3115
Fax: (520) 459-5419
Hours: M-F 8-5pm
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Congressional District #3
Raul Grijalva: http://grijalva.house.gov/
Washington, DC Office
1511 Longworth HOB
Washington, DC 20515
Phone: (202) 225-2435
Fax: (202) 225-1541
Avondale Office
Rancho Santa Fe Center
13065 West McDowell Road,
Suite C123
Avondale, AZ 85392
Phone: (623) 536-3388
Fax: (623) 536-4733
Somerton Office
146 North State Avenue
Somerton AZ 85350
Mailing Address:
PO Box 4105,
Somerton, AZ 85350
Phone: (928) 343-7933
Fax: (928) 343-7949
Tucson Office
738 N 5th Ave. Suite 110
Tucson, AZ 85705
Phone: (520) 622-6788
Fax: (520) 622-0198
Congressional District #4
Paul Gosar: http://gosar.house.gov/
Washington, DC Office
504 Cannon HOB
Washington, DC 20515
Phone: (202) 225-2315
Prescott Office
122 N. Cortez Street, Suite 104
Prescott, AZ 86301
Phone: (928) 445-1683
Kingman Office
220 N. 4th Street
Kingman , Arizona 86401 (By
Appointment Only)
San Tan Valley Office
270 E. Hunt Highway, Suite 12
San Tan Valley, Arizona 85143
Phone: (480) 882-2697
Congressional District #5
Matt Salmon: http://salmon.house.gov/
Washington, DC Office
2349 Rayburn House Office Building
Washington, DC 20515
Phone: (202) 225-2635
Fax: (202) 226-4386
Hours: M-F 9-5:30pm
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Gilbert Office
207 North Gilbert Road Suite 209
Gilbert, AZ 85234
Phone: (480) 699-8239
Fax: (480) 699-4730
Hours: M-F 8:30-5:30pm
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Congressional District #6
David Schweikert: http://schweikert.house.gov/
Washington, DC Office
1205 Longworth House Office Building
Washington, DC 20515
Phone: (202) 225-2190
Fax: (202) 225-0096
Scottsdale Office
10603 N. Hayden Rd, Suite 108
Scottsdale, Arizona 85260
Phone: (480) 946-2411
Fax: (480) 946-2446
Congressional District #7
Ed Pastor: http://www.pastor.house.gov/
Washington Office
2465 Rayburn HOB
Washington, DC 20515
Phone: (202) 225-4065
Phoenix District Office
411 North Central Ave, Suite 150
Phoenix, AZ 85004
Phone: (602) 256-0551
Congressional District #8
Trent Franks: http://franks.house.gov/
Washington, DC Office
2435 Rayburn HOB
Washington, DC 20515
Phone: (202) 225-4576
Fax: (202) 225-6328
Glendale District Office
7121 West Bell Road Suite 200
Glendale, AZ 85308
Phone: 623-776-7911
Fax: 623-776-7832
Congressional District #9
Kyrsten Sinema: http://sinema.house.gov/
Washington, DC Office
1237 Longworth House Office Building
Washington, DC 20515
Phone: 202-225-9888
Hours: M-F 9-5:30pm
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Phoenix District Office
2944 N. 44th Street
Suite 150
Phoenix, AZ 85018
Phone: 602-956-2285
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2014 Arizona Legislature
Senate Roster
Name
Steve Pierce
Andrea Dalessandro
Linda Lopez
Olivia Cajero Bedford
Lynne Pancrazi
Assistant Minority Leader
Kelli Ward
Chester Crandell
Jack Jackson Jr.
Carlyle Begay
Barbara McGuire
Steve Farley
David Bradley
Al Melvin
Andy Biggs
President
Don Shooter
Gail Griffin
President Pro Tempore
Nancy Barto
Rich Crandall
David Farnsworth
Steve Yarbrough
John McComish
Majority Leader
Anna Tovar
Minority Leader
Kimberly Yee
Rick Murphy
Judy Burges
Michele Reagan
Katie Hobbs
Bob Worsley
Ed Ableser
Leah Landrum Taylor
Adam Driggs
Majority Whip
Steve Gallardo
Minority Whip
Robert Meza
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spierce@azleg.gov
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adalessandro@azleg.gov 312 926-5342
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Resigned on 1/13/2014
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ocajerobedford@azleg.gov 314 926-5835
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lpancrazi@azleg.gov
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Resigned on 7/12/2013
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bmcguire@azleg.gov
sfarley@azleg.gov
dbradley@azleg.gov
amelvin@azleg.gov
abiggs@azleg.gov
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417-3165
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Resigned on 8/31/2013
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House Roster
Name
John Allen
Lela Alston
Brenda Barton
Sonny Borrelli
Paul Boyer
Kate Brophy McGee
Chad Campbell
Minority Leader
Mark A. Cardenas
Heather Carter
Demion Clinco
Doug Coleman
Lupe Chavira Contreras
Jeff Dial
Juan Carlos Escamilla
Karen Fann
Eddie Farnsworth
Thomas Forese
Rosanna Gabaldón
Sally Ann Gonzales
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Percentage of American Employed In Humanities Professions
Supporting Table III-1: Humanities-Related Employment, 2007/2008/2009*
Occupation/Institution/Industry
Humanities Occupations
Archivists
Audiovisual Collections Specialists
Authors and Writers (nontechnical; news analysts, correspondents and reporters are tallied
separately)
Editors (text)
Historians (nonfaculty)
Humanities Museum Curators
Humanities Museum Technicians and Conservators
Interpreters and Translators
Librarians
Library Technicians
News Analysts, Correspondents, and Reporters
Technical Writers
Tour Guides and Escorts
Humanities Research and Teaching
Kindergarten Teachers (excluding special education specialists)
Primary and Secondary Teachers of Humanities Subjects (excluding kindergarten teachers)
Precollegiate Teaching Assistants
Postsecondary Humanities Faculty
Graduate Research and Teaching Assistants
Adult Literacy, GED, and Remedial Education Teachers and Instructors
Humanities Institutions**
Archives and Library Staff
Colleges and Universities—Nonfaculty Staff
Humanities Museum Staff
Primary and Secondary Schools—Nonfaculty Staff
Publishing**
Book, Newspaper, and Periodical Publishing Staff (excluding Internet-only publishing)
Employment
6,300
6,800
151,700
129,600
4,100
4,212
3,996
50,900
159,900
120,600
69,300
48,900
38,400
181,810
726,641
181,810
166,070
19,539
96,000
129,700
311,741
128,823
628,918
489,603
Sources:
U.S. Bureau of the Census, 2007 Economic Census, http://www.census.gov/econ/census07/. Data Set: Sector 51,
EC0751A1; Geographic Area Series; Summary Statistics for the United States, States, Metro and Micro Areas, Metro
Divisions, Consolidated Cities, Counties, and Places, 2007. Data accessed via American FactFinder.
U.S. Bureau of the Census, American Community Survey, 2008, http://www.census.gov/acs/www/. Special
tabulations of labor force data were developed from the one-year 2008 Public Use Microdata Sample file,
http://factfinder.census.gov/home/en/acs_pums_2008_1yr.html, last updated September 22, 2009.
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment Statistics, May 2009, National Cross-Industry Estimates,
http://www.bls.gov/oes/current/oes_nat.htm.
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Sources:
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2010–2011 ed. (Washington, DC: U.S. Bureau of
Labor Statistics, 2010), http://www.bls.gov/oco/.
U.S. Department of Education, Institute of Education Sciences, National Center for Education Statistics, 2007–2008
Schools and Staffing Survey (restricted-use data files).
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Links to Additional Resources
Arizona Humanities Grants
Arizona Humanities Program Descriptions
Calendar of Events
Past Programs & Events
Legislature Voting Records on Humanities Related Issues
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