Russell Pearce, the architect of Arizona's Controversial Immigration Law and president of the Senate, was defeated in a recall election Nov. 8 by a fellow conservative Republican and charter school executive.

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RUSSELL PEARCE, THE ARCHITECT OF ARIZONA'S CONTROVERSIAL IMMIGRATION LAW and president of the Senate, was defeated in a recall election Nov. 8 by a fellow conservative Republican and charter school executive. Jerry Lewis defeated Pearce, who had been involved in an ethics scandal and allegations of underhanded campaign activity, by 54 percent. Pearce accepted contributions of $1,025 from Fiesta Bowl officials and he was accused of accepting illegal gifts for tickets and trips to games, which he denies. His supporters reportedly put a third candidate on the ballot to try...