January 2026

Our latest statewide public opinion survey provides data-driven insights into what Arizonans want elections to deliver, regardless of party or outcome, as we head into the 2026 election and beyond. The findings show an overwhelming 97% of Arizonans say fair and secure elections are essential to a healthy democracy.

When asked what defines a good election, Arizonans agree on nine principles being important or essential, and across the political spectrum, they consistently put accuracy at the top. That’s just the start: more findings are in the full results.

Local and national leaders joined CFA to reflect, collaborate, and discuss ways to strengthen civic health across Arizona.

Civic health doesn’t improve by accident; it improves when leaders align around clear goals and credible data. CFA and the Arizona Center for Civic Leadership convened local and national partners to kick off a process of revisiting the Arizona Civic Health Progress Meters and advance the Arizona Civic Life Partnership’s work to put the metrics into action. From a national panel on strengthening civic culture to hands-on discussion of new indicators, the convening focused on turning shared public values into shared progress.

Jan. 28 | 8:00 a.m. | Zoom

CFA is sponsoring the Arizona Capitol Times Morning Scoop for a timely conversation on our new statewide Good Elections research highlighting what Arizonans want from our elections.

Join Steve Goldstein with Bill Gates and Dr. Sybil Francis as they unpack key findings — from views on early voting and ballot drop-offs to concerns about misinformation, trusted sources of election information, and actions that strengthen election administration and the voter experience.

Feb. 12 | 5:30 p.m. | Scottsdale

Kick off Arizona Talks’ 2026 statewide series with a Statehood Day celebration at Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West. Join fellow Arizonans for a memorable gathering honoring Arizona’s 114th birthday.

Want more? Arizona Talks events and conversations continue statewide throughout the year.

Celebrate Arizona’s unique role in America’s 250-year story! Don’t miss your opportunity to see Arizona’s replica Liberty Bell travel to all 15 counties.

Arizona Republic op-ed from CFA Chair, President & CEO Dr. Sybil Francis on why long-term investments in priorities Arizonans already agree on aren’t “extras.” They’re economic infrastructure.

Phoenix Business Journal op-ed from CFA Chair, President & CEO Dr. Sybil Francis on how the “Unlocking Potential” economic analysis applies an ROI lens to show what’s possible when investing in Arizonans’ shared priorities.