Breaking Down The Pearce Recall Process

July 20, 2011

The process to recall State Senate president Russell Pearce is well under way. Here and Now takes a look at the steps taken so far, and what residents of Pearce's district can expect in the coming months.Host Steve Goldstein is joined by Amy Bjelland, elections director at the Arizona Secretary of State's office, to talk about the exact process of the recall election. Former state senator Professor Jay Blanchard speaks to Goldstein about his experience running against a legislative leader. Bruce Merrill, pollster and retired ASU political scientist, explains what motivates voters.