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August 17, 2010
The Arizona League of Conservation Voters Endorses Dustin Cox for AZ House-27
"I am honored to have the endorsement from an organization that has done so much for our environment and conservation. I share The League of Conservation Voters' goals of protecting Arizona's land, air, and water quality, and look forward to taking that commitment to the state capitol." - Dustin Cox
You can learn more about AZLCV HERE.
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August 7, 2010
Tucson Weekly Newspaper Endorses Dustin Cox for AZ House-27
"Our nod goes to Dustin Cox, a young and energetic Democrat who has shown a lot of drive while reinvigorating a couple of local nonprofits..."
You can read the whole article HERE.
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August 7, 2010
National Organization for Women (NOW) Endorses Dustin Cox for AZ House-27
"I am So honored to have the support and endorsement of the National Organization for Women. For decades, NOW has been at the forefront of the fight for social justice and civil rights, and I am proud to stand with NOW and all of its members in promoting reproductive freedom, ending racism, stopping violence against women, and ensuring equality for all." - Dustin Cox
You can learn more about NOW HERE.
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June 26, 2010
Arizona Fraternal Order of Police Endorses Dustin Cox for AZ House-27
"I am pleased to receive the endorsement from the Arizona Fraternal Order of Police, Arizona's largest organization of sworn law enforcement officers. I am committed to improving the working conditions of law enforcement officers and ensuring the safety of those who serve." - Dustin Cox
You can learn more about the Arizona Fraternal Order of Police HERE.
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June 9, 2010
Dustin Cox Endorsed by People For the American Way
"When it comes to my commitment to defending the Constitution, our courts, privacy, separation of church and state, marriage equality, and a woman’s right to choose, PFAW is in perfect alignment with my views and other important issues of the day. It is my honor and privilege to receive an endorsement from an organization that has done so much for our nation, our rights, and our Constitution." - Dustin Cox
You can learn more about People For the American Way HERE.
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June 1, 2010
Dustin Cox Garners National Attention with Victory Fund Endorsement
"I am proud to have the support of such a respected organization as The Victory Fund. Their endorsement comes at a time in the campaign when many organizations and individuals in our community are wading into our race to speak out in support of my candidacy. Arizona, now more than ever, needs leaders with a strong commitment to bringing progressive change to the state capitol, and that's what I intend to do with the help of The Victory Fund and others." - Dustin Cox
You can learn more about The Victory Fund HERE.
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June 1, 2010
Dustin Cox Endorsed by Las Adelitas
Las Adelitas was formed in the summer of 2002 to support the political campaign of U.S. Congressman Raul M. Grijalva. The organization played a major role in the success of his campaign, contributing to Pima County tallying the second-highest voter turnout in the country in the 2002 election. Since then, they have remained active in the community in impactful ways:
- 2008 helped raised funds for Honorable Congressman Raul Grijlava (CD7) and Pima County Supervisor Richard Elias (D5).
- 2007 helped elect Regina Romero to become the first Latina elected to Tucson City Council, Ward I
- Co-sponsoring the Arizona Cesar Chavez Youth Conference
- Volunteering more than 1,500 hours to the campaigns of our endorsed candidates
- Organized a Social Security and Violence Against Woman Act Informational Forum
"I am honored to have the endorsement and support of such an important community group here in Southern Arizona. Las Adelitas and I share common values, and I look forward to - with their and others' help - representing those values in the state legislature." - Dustin Cox
You can learn more about Las Adelitas HERE.
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February 15, 2010
Dustin Named Finalist for Arizona's "Champions for Children and Families Award"
Child and Family Resources is turning 40, and to celebrate, they are holding a "Champions for Children and Families" Celebration! Dustin has been named a finalist for the award, and the awards ceremony will be held on April 9th. During the ceremony, they will announce the six winners of the "Champions for Children and Families Award."
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February 14, 2010
Campaign Launch Event Live Blogged by Border Beat
You can click HERE to see the live blog transcript!
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February 11, 2010
Dustin's Candidacy Makes TV News
You can click HERE to see the video!
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January 27, 2010
Dustin's Candidacy Makes Front Page News
Just over a year and a half after graduating from the UA, Dustin Cox, 24, is making good on his promise to run for state office.
Cox graduated from Skyline High School in Mesa, Ariz., in 2004.
He was awarded the prestigious Flinn Scholarship for academic excellence and community service, which he could use at any Arizona public university.
Cox said the scholarship, which he valued at about $60,000, persuaded him to stay in-state.
“I was on my way to Stanford when I got the Flinn Scholarship, and you don’t give up the Flinn,” he said.
Cox worked with UA student government to bring cohesive social justice programs to college students, which he believed were missing at the UA.
He developed A-Town at UA, which is a branch of Anytown Arizona, Inc., a national nonprofit youth leadership organization devoted to promoting social awareness, diversity and involvement for high school students.
“I found the money from all over the place — private and corporate donations, and the UA,” Cox said. “(College students) have the passion, the energy and the resources at our institutions of higher education to really wield a lot of influence and make some changes in policy and practice, and make a huge impact on our community.”
Cox said A-Town programs let students work for causes that interest them.
“It’s kinda like a boot camp for folks who want to make a difference,” Cox said. “No matter where you’re from, what you’ve done, (A-Town) educates you about issues and inspires you to do things about them.”
Since earning his Bachelor of Arts in political science and sociology, Cox has served as executive director at Anytown Arizona, Inc. and Anytown America.
The Arizona Daily Star named Cox one of Tucson’s top 40 professionals under age 40 in 2009.
Campaign platform
Education, health care and creating jobs through alternative energy are Cox’s main focuses.
“These are things that just plain make sense, they shouldn’t be wedge issues for the parties but things we should be able to accomplish,” Cox said.
Though Cox said he’s optimistic about the future of government both at the federal and local levels, he thinks bitter philosophical feuding between extremists has distracted Arizona politicians from preventing the state’s fiscal catastrophe.
“It’s such partisan rancor up there right now,” Cox said. “The Republican leadership is going around saying, ‘If we cut taxes, it’s going to make everything better.’”
Cox said he fears the legislature’s decision to cut hundreds of millions in education funding not only scared away prospective corporations in need of an educated work force, but may have also forced current companies to relocate.
“We should be investing in the largest economic engines in the state instead of cutting them,” he said.
Transparency
“I have a lot of hope in what I see in advancements in transparency and ethics,” Cox said. “The Obama administration has opened up truckloads of information.”
He is proud of the UA’s promotion of gender equality in fundamental ways, like instituting gender-neutral bathrooms.
He supports UA President Robert Shelton’s decisions during the UA transformation, but also encourages administrators to consider reducing their salaries as well.
He said the UA and the state of Arizona have some catching up to do in terms of utilizing technology making government operations more transparent.
“Transparency is laying everything out on the table — who you’re meeting with, why you’re meeting with them and the results of those meetings,” Cox said.
You can also check out the article here:
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December 13, 2009
Dustin Cox Named One of Tucson's "Top 40 Under 40"
They are teachers and business owners, social workers and scientists. While their professional accomplishments are impressive, the work they do beyond their job descriptions evokes awe.
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Oct. 13, 2009 (520) 301-4845
Dustin Cox Announces Candidacy for State House, Launches Website
TUCSON, AZ – The race for the State House of Representatives is heating up in Legislative District 27 as community activist Dustin Cox has announced his candidacy for one of the two open seats being vacated by Reps. Olivia Cajero-Bedford and Phil Lopes.
A Democrat all his life, Dustin plans to bring his experience, vision, and fresh ideas to the state capitol representing the constituents of Legislative District 27, which includes the University of Arizona, portions of Tucson including downtown, and opens up west.
As a lifelong Arizonan, Dustin appreciates the beauty of our great state, and benefits from the perspective of a family that boasts four generations of Arizonans. While Dustin grew up in cities like Mesa, Apache Junction, and Payson, it was Tucson that stole his heart and that he now calls home. Dustin received a first rate education from the University of Arizona, and is a proud Wildcat alumnus. “Tucson is where I fell in love with Arizona. I’m committed to our community, and will continue to fight for progressive policies and change in the state legislature.”
Dustin is an innovative leader and community activist, having done extensive work with at-risk populations in the community. He’s worked with seniors educating about consumer protection, fraud, and identity theft with the Arizona Attorney General’s Office, worked with non-English speakers teaching free bilingual and English acquisition classes as well as tutoring high school youth, and coached soccer with the Fort Lowell Soccer Club.
Dustin is also the Executive Director of Anytown, an organization that works with thousands of youth and young adults across Arizona and the nation in leadership development and diversity awareness. “Anytown aims to fight racism, bias, and bigotry wherever it still exists in the world, and I’m the luckiest person on Earth to call that my day job. Ensuring equality in our communities regardless of race, ethnicity, sex, faith, ability, income, sexual orientation, or gender identity is my life’s goal. I want to take this fight to the capitol.”
“I’m running for the State House of Representatives because I believe all Arizonans should receive a quality education, regardless of which neighborhood they live in. I also believe that every hard working family should have the right to a family doctor. Finally, I believe that Arizona should invest in solar energy development in order to create jobs for Arizonans and ensure that we are responsible stewards of our unique Sonoran environment.”
Dustin launched the campaign website early on Tuesday, October 13 which can be found at www.DustinCox2010.com.