Arizona Rep. Raúl Grijalva Dies; Leaves Progressive Legacy

Rep. Raúl Grijalva, a Democratic Congressman from Arizona, passed away at 77 due to complications from cancer treatment, ending over 20 years of service in the U.S. House of Representatives. Grijalva was known for his advocacy on behalf of environmental protection, immigrants' rights, and Native American sovereignty. He was instrumental in protecting tribal lands, particularly around the Grand Canyon, and fought against Arizona's SB 1070 immigration law. The Sunnyside Unified School District, where Grijalva graduated, has established a scholarship in his honor. Tributes poured in from political figures across the spectrum, highlighting his progressive legacy and personal connections within the community. Grijalva's passing is seen as a significant loss to Arizona's political landscape, especially for tribal nations who regarded him as a champion for their causes.