A budget fix, local-government transparency legislation and a patient-freedom bill advanced out of committee last week.

A victory for Arizona taxpayers.

Overview In an era of burgeoning federal government power, state constitutions are full of untapped potential; many provide stronger protection of individual freedoms than the federal constitution.  But realizing that potential requires recognizing its existence and assessing which state constitutions offer the best opportunities for securing the principles of limited government. “50 Bright Stars: An...