As the citizens of Fountain Hills consider their vote for Proposition 123, they should definitely read the cons listed in the State of Arizona election booklet. In fact, this proposition is so important they should also read responses available on the internet, many of which point out the significantly sound reasons for voting no for Prop 123.

One major question: Can Ducey and the Republican hierarchy be trusted to follow through with the details, as bad as they are, claimed for Prop 123?

Since about 2010 they have failed to support the schools at the level required in our State Constitution. In 2013, the Arizona Supreme Court ruled they must provide this support, including the payment of $330 million immediately. That court decision meant nothing to Ducey, as three years later it still hasn’t been paid.

A second question: If they are really concerned about the public school system, why not use some of the $3 billion in the rainy day fund to follow the court’s instruction? This would provide immediate relief, without requesting congressional approval to use the Trust for other purposes.

Many millions of dollars are being spent to brainwash the public into giving the Governor and Legislature uncontrolled access to the School Trust Fund, which has been supporting our school system for over 100 years. What secret forces are financing this effort at the level of almost $2 per person in Arizona, and for what ulterior purpose?

Please vote no for Prop 123, which Ducey issued in the dark of night and the Legislature approved the next day. If there are questions, read the plan developed by our State Treasurer DeWit, which would provide immediate relief in a lawful manner and keep the greedy hands of the Governor and Legislature off the State School Trust Fund.