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Recalled Arizona Lawmaker Russell Pearce to Run Again

Former Republican state Senator Russell Pearce announced he will seek a seat in a new legislative district. Pearce — the sponsor of SB 1070, Arizona’s controversial legislation targeting illegal immigration — lost a recall election in November to Republican Jerry Lewis and became the first Arizona legislator to be recalled in the state’s 100-year history.

Former Republican state Senator Russell Pearce announced he will seek a seat in a new legislative district. Pearce — the sponsor of SB 1070, Arizona’s controversial legislation targeting illegal immigration — lost a recall election in November to Republican Jerry Lewis and became the first Arizona legislator to be recalled in the state’s 100-year history.

Caroline Cournoyer is GOVERNING's senior web editor.