Arizona's governor is seeking reelection. A former mayor from a large city near Phoenix has been chosen to join the campaign. This person was once a member of the Republican party but is now independent.

The governor's decision is seen as a way to reach out to voters beyond her own party. Further details about this development are available from KSAT 12's source. The governor is considered vulnerable in her bid for another term, having won by a narrow margin in the previous election.