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Strauss Challenging Gosar in August Primary

Ray Strauss Campaign

Congressman Paul Gosar faces a challenge from his own party as he seeks re-election in CD4.  Meet Ray Strauss.

Buckeye City Council member and pastor, Ray Strauss, says he's concentrated on improving Arizona's economy by focusing on transportation and infrastructure.  He also says the time for "coercive' leadership is over.

In this interview excerpt, Strauss tells KAWC about what he's hearing from voters as he travels CD4.

Mr. Strauss also commented on Yuma's unique economic position near the U.S.-Mexico border...

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Strauss on U.S.-Mexico border

Mr. Strauss on Arizona's infrastructure...

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Strauss on state infrasturcture and transportation needs

Mr. Strauss also spoke about what he hears from voters on water issues across CD4...

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Strauss on water issues in CD4

Lou grew up in Tucson and has a long family history in the state of Arizona. He began his public radio career in 1988 at KNAU in Flagstaff as a classical music DJ and has been hooked on public radio since, transitioning to news after trying his hand at several other careers in publishing and commercial broadcasting. Lou has a degree in American Studies from Arizona State University and was KAWC's Morning Edition host for two and half years before becoming News and Operations Director.