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Water access becomes top election issue for Arizona voters

Season 2026 Episode 208 | 4m 51s

For many Arizona voters, the top concern heading into the midterms isn't inflation, immigration or education. It's water. With the state gripped by prolonged drought, candidates are facing growing questions about how to secure its water future. Stephanie Sy reports for our series, Tipping Point.

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