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Recent events have revealed the alarming vulnerabilities in Arizona's Empowerment Scholarship Account (ESA) program. An Arizona Grand Jury recently indicted two Colorado residents for fraudulently exploiting ESA funds, submitting 50 applications under fake identities to receive $110,000—despite having only seven children.

This isn’t an isolated incident. From grand pianos to ski resort trips, ESA funds have been misused time and time again. The fact that individuals over 200 miles away could exploit Arizona's system underscores the program's lack of oversight. While it drains resources from public schools, it also risks bankrupting our state, which is legally required to maintain a balanced budget.

This misuse isn’t just a failure of policy—it’s a failure of leadership. Programs like these are championed by Republicans, including Superintendent Tom Horne, under the guise of "fiscal responsibility." But how is it fiscally responsible to let fraud thrive and risk our state's financial stability?

Thankfully, leaders like Governor Hobbs are fighting to reform this broken system. They understand that protecting Arizona’s future means stopping wasteful spending and prioritizing education that works for all children—not just a privileged few.

That’s why 2026 is crucial. Arizona’s future is on the ballot, and we must re-elect Democratic leaders like Governor Hobbs while defeating figures like Tom Horne. The stakes couldn’t be higher, and your support makes all the difference.

Consider donating today to one of the largest Democratic organizations in Arizona, dedicated to advancing Democratic values in one of the nation’s most populous counties. With your support and collaboration, we can safeguard the future for all Arizonans. 

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