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Political Buzz – August 10th, 2011

GRIJALVA INFORMS

Congressman Raul Grijalva is launching his own iPhone app. According to Grijalva’s office the free download will allow iPhone users to get news, follow legislation, and find out about the Congressman’s public appearances.

Arizona Congressman Ben Quayle also has on iPhone app for constituents.


SEN. KYL NAMED TO DEBT CEILING COMMITTEE

Arizona Sen. Jon Kyl is on the list of six Republicans who will work with six Democrats to whittle down the federal deficit by $1 trillion.

Republican leaders named Reps. Dave Camp (R-Mich.), Fred Upton (R-Mich.) and Jeb Hensarling (R-Texas). Joining Kyl from the Senate are Sens. Rob Portman (R-Ohio) and Pat Toomey (R-Penn.).

Democratic Sens. Max Baucus (D-Mont.), John Kerry (D-Mass.) and Patty Murray (D-Wash.) were appointed to the committee. House Democrats on the committee are Reps. James Clyburn (D-S.C.), Xavier Becerra (D-Calif.), and Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.).

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News, commentary, analysis from the AZPM political team: Christopher Conover, Andrea Kelly, Michael Chihak.