For more than two decades, much of Southern Arizona was represented by Rep. Raúl M. Grijalva, a liberal stalwart who championed environmental causes, supported immigrant rights and advocated on behalf of indigenous communities. The Democrat was in his 12th term when he died in March at age 77 after suffering complications from his lung cancer treatment.
Voters in Arizona’s 7th District will pick their nominees Tuesday for the Sept. 23 special election for Grijalva’s remaining term.
Here’s what you need to know about Tuesday’s primary:
