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Arizona Top-Two Primary Initiative, Proposition 121 (2012)
|Proposition 121
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- 1 Election results
- 2 Text of the measure
- 3 Support
- 4 Opposition
- 5 Campaign contributions
- 6 Media endorsments
- 7 Lawsuits
- 8 Polls
- 9 Path to the ballot
- 10 See also
- 11 External links
- 12 Additional reading
- 13 References
The measure implemented a top-two style open primary system. In a top-two open primary, candidates for a government position run on the same primary ballot regardless of party affiliation. All registered voters are then able to cast their vote for the candidate of their choice. The two candidates with the most votes are then placed on the November general election ballot, regardless of party affiliation. The proposal was introduced by former Phoenix Mayor Paul Johnson.[1][2]
The measure was filed with the Arizona Secretary of State on September 27, 2011.[3]
Election results
- See also: 2012 ballot measure election results
The following are unofficial election results:
|Arizona Proposition 121
Precinct totals are not final and have not yet been reported
Results via the Arizona Republic.
Text of the measure
Short title
The short title of the measure read as follows:[4]
|This measure will allow all Arizonans, regardless of party affiliation, to vote in a single open primary for the candidates of their choice. The two candidates who receive the most votes in the primary will compete in the general election. There will be a level playing field for all voters and candidates, and the current system of taxpayer-funded partisan primaries will be abolished. This reform will promote open government and encourage the election of candidates who will work together for the good of the state.[5]
- The Arizona Open Government Coalition was the group behind the measure.[6]
- The group is led by former Phoenix Mayor Paul Johnson.[7]
- Former Mayor Paul Johnson stated: "The greatest incentive politicians have is to be elected. Too many politicians seeking to win their partisan primary simply do so by demonizing the other party. But under Prop. 121, politicians would have to face all voters. This creates an incentive to reach out to all voters, and work together regardless of party once they are elected."[8]
- According to Johnson the initiative "is about trying to change the outcomes so that we end up with a more reasoned debate and more people are included in the process."[9]
- According to the "State of Arizona Registration Report", about a third of state residents are not registered with either the Democratic or Republican party. There are now more independents in the state than Democrats.[10]
- Thomas Franz, president and CEO of Greater Phoenix Leadership stated: "We believe in representative democracy, we believe that every voice is important to be heard"[11]
- In column by Mark B. Evans, Editor of TucsonCitizen.com: ..."They should vote for it because it strips the political parties of their power and puts it back in the hands of the voters."[12]
- Al Bell of Peoria Wrote: "Opponents say the current system works fine. The political parties agree. Yet, over a third of our voters are at a serious disadvantage. These growing ranks of voters are leaving the parties in frustration at the dominance of ideology over negotiation in solving our real problems. Citizens want resolution that can last instead of stalemate. Opponents say independents already have primary voting rights. Yes, if they are willing to temporarily identify with a "recognized" political party. This requirement essentially holds independents hostage to the parties, certainly a strange form of 'rights'."[13]
- Jim Morrison of Scottsdale wrote: "If this initiative passes, it will change our voting system from one controlled by political bosses and lobbyists to one that gives every eligible voter a voice."[13]
- Kevin Johnston of Gilbert wrote: "It will change the voting system from one based on the political parties to a system based on the voter…I expect we would see a change from the current climate of pandering to the factional extremes to win party nomination, then shifting to moderation in the general elections."[13]
- Arizona Chamber of Commerce neither endorsed or opposed Proposition 121. "The Arizona Chamber of Commerce and Industry today announced that it has endorsed four propositions that will appear on the November ballot. The Chamber opposes another measure, the Quality Education and Jobs initiative, whose ballot status will soon be decided." Proposition 121 is not listed.[14]
The following are arguments that were submitted to the Arizona Secretary of State for the state voter guide. More arguments can be read here:
- "The Open Elections Open Government system allows all Arizonans to vote in an open primary for the candidate of their choice, regardless of their party affiliation. It ends the current system of taxpayer-funded partisan primaries, and gives Independent voters and candidates an equal voice in the election process. Under Open Elections all candidates for an office run on the same ballot in an August Primary. All voters can vote in this primary election. Then the top two vote getters face each other in a runoff election. Under the existing taxpayer-funded partisan primaries, small minorities of voters select candidates who often represent the ideological extremes of the parties. Under the current system, Independent voters, who are the fastest growing category of voters in Arizona and the U.S., have little or no role in the process. In fact, in Arizona 26 out of 30 legislative districts are gerrymandered, or "safe" districts and thus the voters have no choice in the general election. The true majority of voters are cut out of the process. Allowing every voter the right to vote in every election will result in elected officials who have to be accessible to all voters not just a powerful few. It will encourage elected officials to be more respectful and listen to the views of others for the public good. Join the thousands of Arizonans who have worked to support this election reform initiative by voting yes on the Open Elections Initiative."
- Submitted by Paul Johnson, Chairman, Open Government Committee.
- "Vote Yes on Prop 121 - Open Elections Open Government. Greater Phoenix Leadership ( GPL ) is a non-profit organization whose members represent a broad range of the Phoenix Region's largest employers and our philanthropic community. Our focus and purpose is to improve the economic vitality and quality of life in the greater Phoenix region and the State of Arizona by bringing together talent, resources and leadership to create results on priority issues. Public policy decisions at every level of government in Arizona impact the quality of life of all Arizonans, as well as the strength and vitality of our businesses and our State's economy. Insuring a quality education system, strong workforce development, an environment in which businesses of all sizes can grow and provide jobs, and sound fiscal policies in our State, county and local governments are all critical public policy decisions. Elections provide a unique opportunity for every voter to impact public policy at all levels of government, and is a responsibility that determines our future. GPL believes in a representative democracy, and that every voice is important. At a time when the majority of elections are being determined by a minority of voters, GPL sees this as an opportunity to re-engage the electorate. Please join GPL members in voting YES on Proposition 121."
- Submitted by J. Doug Pruitt, Chairman of the Board, Greater Phoenix Leadership; Thomas R. Franz, President & CEO, Greater Phoenix Leadership.
- "Statement: Like much of the nation, Tucson Hispanic Chamber members have been discouraged by the divisiveness of our local, state and federal politics. We believe the Open Elections initiative will provide more opportunities for moderate pro-business candidates within any party. It should encourage a more civil tone to Arizona politics and less conflict over ideological differences."
- Submitted by Lea Marquez Peterson, President & CEO, Tucson Hispanic Chamber of Commerce; Tannya Gaxiola, Chairwoman, Tucson Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.
- The main opposition to the measure was the group Save Our Vote.[15]
- The group was led by Maricopa County Attorney Bill Montgomery.[15]
- Arizona Governor Jan Brewer stated her opposition to the measure.[16]
- According to Arizona Republic columnist Robert Robb, in a column published on July 11, 2012, "...the two-top primary will probably prove another disappointing attempt to change election outcomes by changing the rules. There's really no substitute for better candidates running better campaigns."[17]
- In column by Clint Bolick of the Goldwater Institute, Bolick stated, "...because Arizona is a conservative state, the net result will be to move our state to the left. At a time when our state's sovereignty is all that stands between us and an ever-growing federal government, we can ill afford a system designed to sabotage our freedom spirit. Proposition 121 is complex. Please take time to explain it to your friends who may be taken in by the benign-sounding rhetoric being used by its supporters."[18]
- Governor Jan Brewer stated, "This measure is an attack on Arizona's political parties and an attack on our election process itself. Most disturbing, it threatens to create new opportunities for 'sham' candidates whose sole purpose is to mislead voters and fraudulently impact the outcome of Arizona elections. This is not 'open elections, open government' at all. Proposition 121 may have a 'catchy' title, but it will usher in a selection process that threatens the voice of Arizona voters."[19]
- According to Erik Lundstrom, the president of the UA Young Democrats and the Young Democrats of Arizona and a political science senior, "For independents to be catered to in a primary, it doesn't make sense to me, because it's the party's deal. The party is deciding which candidate it wants. This system would allow independents to almost dictate that process."[20]
- Angel Torres, co-chair of the state's Green Party, stated, "If you are a Libertarian or a Green voter your candidates are almost guaranteed not to move on to the general election," said Torres, who also is a candidate for state House in a Phoenix-area district."[21]
The following are arguments that were submitted to the Arizona Secretary of State for the state voter guide. More arguments can be read here:
- "Dear Voter, I urge you to vote NO on Proposition 121. The proponents would have you believe that Arizona does not currently have an 'open primary' system. This is categorically false. The truth is, Independent voters in Arizona have the right to vote at any election for any candidate by choosing a party ballot in a primary election. Proposition 121 repeals that important piece of our Constitution, passed by the voters in 1998, and further proposes sweeping changes to over 50 different election laws - the impacts of which have just begun to be understood. For example: Do you like to know a candidate's political party before casting your vote? This proposition would eliminate the requirement that candidates for partisan elective office specify their party affiliation on the ballot, opening the door to widespread voter deception. As Arizona's former Secretary of State, I know well the importance and value of increasing voter participation in our elections. But this proposition is not the way to do it. This measure is an attack on Arizona's political parties and an attack on our election process itself. Most disturbing, it threatens to create new opportunities for 'sham' candidates whose sole purpose is to mislead voters and fraudulently impact the outcome of Arizona elections. This is not 'open elections, open government' at all. Proposition 121 may have a 'catchy' title, but it will usher in a selection process that threatens the voice of Arizona voters."
- Submitted by Jan Brewer, Governor of Arizona.
- "As a 30 year retired military veteran followed by almost 20 years in the private sector with my wife's successful business, I feel the necessity to take the time and highly encourage each and everyone one to VOTE NO on initiative known as the 'Open Elections/Open Government Act.' As a former Inspector General for our Department of Defense and after reading the initiative many times, I find this initiative flawed in several areas. As an example, any candidate, under this initiative is at liberty to identify themselves (within 20 characters) as 'whatever' he or she chooses. I find no restrictions for a candidate from not registering as 'Endorsed by God' or some other misleading '20 character' listing ... this in itself will encourage and lead to an inappropriate drive by a candidate (s) to list themselves as 'whatever it takes' to get the vote. I would suggest that this initiative must not have been written by an individual (s) who considered all of the ramifications nor did they have the best interest for the citizens of this great State of Arizona in mind. I strongly encourage you to research the problems that other States have had who implemented such an initiative, read the language of this initiative and how it allows any candidate to mislead the public and most of all, understand and evaluate what the consequences may be. My 30 years in the military defending our great Nation and what it stands for which includes our rights to have a civilized voting procedure is in jeopardy by this initiative - VOTE NO!"
- Submitted by Harold B. Richards, resident of Sun City.
Campaign contributions
The following are contributions made in support of the measure:[22]
|Total campaign cash
|Arizonans for a Top 2 Primary, Open Government Committee Supporting Prop 121
The following are contributions made in opposition of the measure:[23]
|Save Our Vote opposing Prop 121, Safeguard Arizona's Future
Media endorsments
- Inside Tucson Business stated: "Considering the embarrassing notoriety Arizona has received as a result of partisan politics and the fact that registered voters are leaving political parties in favor of becoming independents, this is the right time for this idea. The loudest opposition is coming from politicians and those who have a vested interest in keeping the political rhetoric turned up."[24]
- The Arizona Daily Sun stated: "It's time Arizona voters, especially independents, stood up and demanded a voice in the selection of candidates in the election that really matters: the primary. Make the candidates appeal to the broadest possible values from the start, and we'll wind up after the general election with elected leaders truly representative of our state."[25]
- The Yuma Sun stated: "The bottom line is most voters simply want the best office holder possible, no matter their party, and the open primary system helps achieve that. It deserves our support."[26]
- The Arizona Republic stated: "Arizonans increasingly are rejecting the Republican and Democratic parties and registering with no affiliation. Yet elections are rigged for the two major parties, diminishing the voice of independent candidates and voters. Proposition 121, the Open Elections/Open Government initiative, reshapes the process to fit the way voters are redefining themselves."[27]
- The Sonoran Alliance stated: "Proposition 121 would give political insiders and unscrupulous consultants the vehicle they want to corrupt the candidate selection process. Special interests would pour millions into primaries to elect sham candidates. The voters need clear choices. They need confidence in the honesty of candidate identity. They need protection against corruption in the election process. The party primary system provides these safeguards. Proposition 121 destroys them. The measure should be soundly defeated on Election Day."[28]
- The Arizona Daily Star stated, "Proposition 121 does include reforms that are long overdue in this era of growing independent-voter registration. The deck is stacked against an independent in even getting on the ballot. As an example, aspiring Republican candidates must obtain 5,600 signatures to run for statewide office. Democrats need 4,700. Independents must round up 31,000. The proposition also would eliminate the free access to voter-registration rolls that only organized parties get. As much as we favor parts of this proposal, we believe it is too easily manipulated and will result in fewer choices. We say "no" to Proposition 121."[29]
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Maricopa County Court Case
On July 23, 2012, a lawsuit was filed with Maricopa County Superior court aimed at blocking the measure from the ballot. According to reports, the lawsuit against the measure was filed by opponents of the measure, who were represented by Attorney Michael Liburdi. Liburdi claimed the initiative has "a legion of unintended consequences." Liburdi continued by saying that the proposal violates the state single-subject rule.[30]
Initiative proponents' campaign spokesman Joe Yuhas said the lawsuit would fail because the residents who signed the petition are entitled to have a say on the measure.
According to reports, arguments were heard during the week of July 30, 2012.[31]
On August 6, 2012, the court ruled that the measure should not be placed on the ballot because a provision in the measure violates the state's single-subject law.[32]
Judge Mark Brain stated that there was no reason why a prohibition on public funding for party activities should be included in the initiative.
According to reports, supporters of the initiative, The Open Government Committee, appealed to the Arizona Supreme Court to overturn the ruling on August 7, 2012. On August 17, 2012, the high court ruled, without comment, that the measure be placed on the ballot, if enough signatures were found to be collected by the petition drive.[33][34]
Editor's Note: Court case name and link were not immediately posted by news reports.
Open Government Committee v. Ken Bennett
On August 24, 2012, a lawsuit was filed by the Open Government Committee after Arizona Secretary of State Ken Bennett's office disqualification of more than 100,000 signatures on initiative petitions led to the measure's exclusion from the 2012 ballot.
Supporters of the measure stated that the secretary's office used an incorrect formula to calculate the results of the random sample and that Maricopa County officials invalidated signatures that should have been counted.
A hearing was scheduled for August 28, 2012.
The case docket can be found here.[35]
A counter lawsuit was filed by opponents of the measure asking for the measure to be kept off of the ballot. The court case can be found here.
According to reports Maricopa County Superior Court Judge John Rea ruled on August 31, 2012 that the measure be placed on the ballot.[36]
However, challengers stated they wanted another two hours to make their case in court. Attorney Mike Liburdi told the Arizona Supreme Court on September 4, 2012 that he was "cut off" by Maricopa County Superior Court Judge John Rea in the middle of his arguments. According to Liburdi, "Given the magnitude of the controversy -- a proposed constitutional amendment that will fundamentally change the manner in which public officers are elected -- it was unreasonable and an abuse of discretion not to provide (challengers) with more time to present their case."[37]
The Arizona Supreme Court finally made a ruling on the case on September 7, 2012 allowing the measure to appear on the November 6, 2012 ballot.[38]
- During the period of October 4-11, 2011, a poll was conducted by Arizona State University's Morrison Institute for Public Policy concerning the topic of nonpartisan ballots in primaries. The survey asked state residents if they favored a nonpartisan primary ballot system. The results of the poll follow. The margin of error was plus or minus 4 percentage points.[39]
|Date of Poll
|In favor
|Number polled
|Oct. 4-11, 2011
|Morrison Institute for Public Policy
Path to the ballot
- See also: Arizona signature requirements
In order to qualify for the 2012 statewide ballot, supporters were required to collect a minimum of 259,213 valid petition signatures by July 5, 2012.
According to reports, on June 4, 2012, supporters of the initiative stated that they had collected enough signatures to make the ballot. Reports stated that petition drive organizers had collected more than 280,000 signatures from state voters.[40]
Although enough signatures were allegedly collected, supporters said at the time that they would keep collecting them leading up to the deadline in order to ensure that they had room for error.[41]
On the day of the deadline, July 5, supporters turned in signatures to the Arizona Secretary of State's office. According to reports, however, state elections officials checked 5 percent of the signatures on the submitted petitions and found 30 percent of signatures checked were invalid. Using that formula, more than 100,000 signatures were deemed invalid, leaving the initiative drive short of signatures to be placed on the ballot.[42]
However, a court ruling overturned this finding, allowing the measure to be placed on the ballot.
See also
- 2012 ballot measures
- Laws governing the initiative process in Arizona
- Arizona 2012 ballot measures
- Arizona Legislature
- List of Arizona ballot measures
External links
Additional reading
- Initiative would switch Arizona primary to 'top 2'
- Arizona Top-Two Primary Initiative Expected to Qualify for Ballot This Year
- ↑ Caivn.org, "Open Government Committee launches top-two open primary ballot initiative in Arizona", August 15, 2011
- ↑ Business Journals, "Paul Johnson Ballot iniative...", Retrieved October 3, 2011
- ↑ Associated Press,"Initiative would switch Arizona primary to 'top 2'," September 27, 2011
- ↑ Arizona Secretary of State, "Ballot Measures", September 17, 2012
- ↑ Note: This text is quoted verbatim from the original source. Any inconsistencies are attributed to the original source.
- ↑ azfamily.com, "An in-depth look at the Open Government Initiative", August 17, 2011
- ↑ KJZZ.org,"Open primary goes back to court" August 29, 2012
- ↑ The Arizona Republic, "Open elections can break gridlock", September 29, 2012
- ↑ 12 News, "Push is on for open primary in Arizona", May 9, 2012
- ↑ Arizona Secretary of State, "State of Arizona Registration Report", August 28, 2012
- ↑ The Daily Courier, " PROPOSITION 121: PRO: Open primaries promote nonpartisanship, proponents say", October 13, 2012
- ↑ TucsonCitizen.com, "Prop. 121 – 'top two' primaries, yes or no?", October 10, 2012
- ↑ 13.0 13.1 13.2 Independent Voter Network, "Independents Support Arizona Top-Two Open Primary Initiative", October 15, 2012
- ↑ Arizona Chamber of Commerce and Industry,"Arizona Chamber of Commerce and Industry Weighs in on Five Ballot Measures", July 9, 2012
- ↑ 15.0 15.1 KJZZ.org, "Maricopa County Attorney opposes open primary initiative", September 5, 2012
- ↑ Sonoran Alliance, "Governor Jan Brewer: Vote NO on Proposition 121!", October 15, 2012
- ↑ Arizona Central, "'Top-2 primary' no magic pill for moderation", July 11, 2012
- ↑ Tuscon Sentinel, "'Open Elections' initiative a Trojan Horse", September 12, 2012
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- ↑ Daily Wildcat, "Prop 121 pushes for fair representation of all political parties on election ballot", October 18, 2012
- ↑ Cronkite News Online, "Libertarian, Green parties: Proposition 121 would put us out of business", October 17, 2012
- ↑ Arizona Secretary of State, "Campaign Finance", Retrieved November 27, 2012
- ↑ Arizona Secretary of State, "Campaign Finance", Retrieved November 27, 2012
- ↑ Inside Tucson Business, "Vote for the good of business", October 12, 2012
- ↑ Arizona Daily Sun, "Open primary system is the game-changer Arizona sorely needs", October 12, 2012
- ↑ Yuma Sun, "Open primary has advantages for state voters", October 12, 2012
- ↑ Arizona Republic, "Leveling the playing field", October 11, 2012
- ↑ Sonoran Alliance, "Proposition 121 Corrupts Arizona's Election System", October 1, 202
- ↑ Arizona Daily Star, "Endorsement: Prop. 121", October 13, 2012
- ↑ East Valley Tribune, "Open primary foes file lawsuit to keep measure off Arizona ballot", July 16, 2012
- ↑ East Valley Tribune, "Judge to hear arguments in Arizona open primary initiative", July 25, 2012
- ↑ The Voting News, "Judge blocks top-two initiative from Arizona ballot", August 7, 2012
- ↑ Arizona Capitol Times, "Top-two primary supporters appeal to high court", August 8, 2012
- ↑ Tri Valley Central, "AZ high court puts 'top two' initiative back on Nov. ballot", August 21, 2012
- ↑ Arizona Daily Sun, "Initiative backers sue for spot on Arizona ballot", August 24, 2012
- ↑ Arizona Republic, "Judge OKs top-2 primary plan", August 31, 2012
- ↑ Arizona Daily Sun, "Open primary opponents want 2 more hours", September 5, 2012
- ↑ Arizona Daily Star, "Open-primaries measure to be on Arizona ballot", September 7, 2012
- ↑ Cronkite News Online, "Poll: More than half of Arizonans support a nonpartisan ballot in primaries", November 14, 2011
- ↑ KPHO.com, "Open elections initiative appears headed to ballot", June 4, 2012
- ↑ Arizona Republic, "Backers: 2 Arizona ballot initiatives have enough signatures", June 6, 2012
- ↑ The Daily Courier, "Petitions filed for 2 Arizona ballot measures", July 5, 2012
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I have completed the immediate task and enclose a pack of details from which you can take items or make conclusions, etc. I hope it may satisfy and give you some new points and ideas and lead someone to fellow up affairs more closely. A Spanish scholar who had previously studied sympathetically their political affairs could probably pursue the clues and keep you informed now and onwards. The Spanish daily papers are obtainable in London and occasionally there are sympathisers who have leisure and interest. I subscribe to "El Sol" and receive other papers occasionally from two friends in Spain.
I cannot tell you whether the republican left will get Besteiro. They have angled for him and would like Fernando de los Rios as they would also destroy Caballero (in prison) and Prieto (in Paris) - with the hated Azana. These two former may remain as they are to-day, sincere, intellectual and constitutional Socialists within that section of the party which prefers the gradual approach, and they may feel that the majority's recent alliance with the hitherto violently critical Communist party was not worth the risk of the early quarrel and separation - although the revolt against the accession of the reactionary Clericals to office and participation in power was successful. I am not sufficiently informed to say that, knowing the sinister and inevitable developments of the counter-Clerical attack since last December and the General Election, the revolt and the alliance was justified, and I have no inside connections to-day. I would like to talk with Luis Araquistain about it, for he understands our English point of view as well as the next one.
I believe, however, that we must not take our English view and experience into our judgment of Spanish movement and temperament, and, if former experience is repeated, the Spanish Left will recover after a while, and fight again. The Clericals can fall out as well as the left, can split into Anarchist-Syndicalists, who, like the anti-Clerical atheist, usually hates government because all known government is corrupt; Communists, who see no way except by violent upheaval, and, like the more steady organised Socialists, who, however constitutionally inclined, view an elementary lopsided system of administration and taxation, see an upper class by comparison much worse and much more privileged than ours, and may also despair of winning through a measure of freedom and social benefit in his day by using our more sober and slow methods. Primo de Riviera's military-Clerical rule began with severe repression and continued the general graft, although it brought good odd items along. In these seven long years, workers, leaders were shot and disappeared and paid pistol users could be immune from murder charges and a national scab union be protected. but employer leaders, who had records not printed in their obituaries could also pay the grim penalty with foul murder. Organised spying did not always pay the man who worked or his pay master in the long run. The bile of the Dictatorship was eventually thrown up and I doubt whether the individualist Spaniard will accept suppression as tamely as the German, at least for any length of time. The last one and a half years of dictatorship was a trembling time for the dictator's servants.
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Amphiprion percula feeds mainly on zooplankton, such as copepods and larval tunicates. Possibly, it consumes algae from the surrounding coral reef or even leftover food portions from its host anemone. The former strategy is commonly used by A. perideraion (Fautin and Allen, 1992). Frequently, Amphiprion percula will carry large pieces of food to its host anemone, presumably to store it for later use. The anemone, however, devours the accessible food item in most cases (Grant, 1999).
Optimal juvenile growth rate was discovered at a ration of approximately 6% body weight per day (Johnston et al., 2000). Juveniles are under considerable pressure from the hierarchical structure. The individual is harassed and chased by bigger males of the "family group," which results in stunted growth. Consequently, the smaller fish has a more restricted feeding area, and more energy must be placed on evasion. Only when a larger male is removed (e.g. death) will the smaller juvenile experience an acceleration in growth rate. It is believed that less time being harassed translates into more time spent on feeding (Fautin and Allen, 1992).
Due to the increased aquarium trade for Amphiprion percula (See Economic Importance for Humans) and a continued depletion of coral reef habitats, there have been tremendous developments in rearing of marine fishes using aquaculturing techniques. One of the most challenging obstacles is providing an economical, yet effective, feed in an artificial environment. Hoff (1996) found that Amphiprion percula larvae and juveniles could be successfully reared on highly integrated and diverse feeds, such as rotifers, small particulate dry feed, Artemia, and krill meal. Unfortunately, this proved too expensive to be practical, and a regime solely based on artificial feed decreased survival and growth rates in young fishes. If, however, juveniles were weaned from live Artemia 15 to 20 days after hatching and fed a fish meal/casein-based substitute, survival and growth rates showed no difference from juveniles fed entirely on live feed (Gordon et al., 2000). (Fautin and Allen, 1992; Gordon et al., 1998; Grant, 1999; Hoff, 1996; Johnston et al., 2000)
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i dont own any expensive scopes so i cant compare but i understand that the better glass and coatings allows much greater light transmission and visibility in low light situations. however, i would not expect a scope that sells for under $50 to compare to a scope that sells for over $300. definitely a good cheap reliable hunting scope. just not great for shooting in the first or last 5-10 minutes of daylight.
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I have one of these on the way agianst my better judgement, I could have purchased a Vortek for the same price. So far all of my parts, I ordered for this little test, have come in except the scope which, they forgot to ship, and of course they didnt own up to that or fix the mistake either. GREAT customer service you know!! This will be going on .308, and if there are any problems I will be sending it back for a refund, and going with the Vortek.
- Firfly
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- Krash
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I don't have a lot to compare to since I'm fairly new to shooting with a scope - typically iron sights or Aimpoints. I have a Nikon Monarch 3-9 x 40 though and prefer the Barska just because I can be more precise with the higher magnification. They seem to have the same clarity - nothing looks blurry or fuzzy or distorted from either one at any magnification. The Barska seems to let in more light (darker indoor 100 yd range) and the target appears brighter in the Barska vs the Nikon.
I really can't complain about it - esp for the price. I don't know how well it holds up in bad weather or how hard of a knock it can take without losing it's zero or how well it would perform at dawn/dusk. I do know it's a good option for precision shooting from a bench on a budget.
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Looked good clear was pleased until today went to the range 3 rd box of shells.All haywire.mounted on a22 magnum.
I have a 6-24-50 on a 243 worried it will follow. No peace of mind!
Returning to barska and see what happens next.
- hunthkr
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Contacted barska and they want original receipt.I also registered my purchase with the warranty card.I was able to find my original rec.seems difficult to get returned. WISH ME LUCK.I will post results.
- hunthkr
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never buy Barska ... JUNK!!
- xXOnyxXx
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I live in Alaska and Scopes are abused by the elements as well as bouncing in back of a plane or tied to the struts. I have not taken the Barska hunting yet, but if it holds up to that as well as the leuopolds (I have never taken the zeiss either it is to hevy) It will be difficult to spend the extra several hundred for the plesure of having a known exelent brand name."
You cannot compare scopes of substantially different magnification ranges for brightness due to the change in the exit pupil size and the amount let through as a function of this. That does not make the Barska a better scope because one in the 4.5X max range is brighter than a Zeiss that goes out to 12X. You would have to compare the Barska to a Zeiss that goes out to roughly the same 4.5 tp 5X max range for brightness. Or get a Barska that is 3 to 12X and compare to the Zeiss you have that goes to 12X, and then you will see a substantial difference in brightness and clarity. The brightness is a function of the objective lens diameter divided by the magnficiation to give you the exit pupil cone of light size. 40mm/12X is only a 3.3mm cone of light. 30mm/4.5X is 6.67mm cone of light diameter. More light to enter your eye and look brighter but not because it has better lenses and good antireflective coatings to help make that happen. This is an apples to oranges comparison.
Even if you set the Zeiss down to 3X it still won't be the same because the larger scope most probably has more lenses in the optics train to give you that 3X12 group that the Barska doesn't. Again, you simply can't make this apples to oranges type comparison and declare the lower power scope better because it appears brigher. A fixed 4 power scope will appear brighter than most high power zoom scopes, doesn't prove its better quality at all.
as far as the Barska holding zero on a bumpy plane ride in rough country in Alaska, Two words, Good Luck, your gonna need it.
- MrGman
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It's been mounted on my Arsenal SA-M7 AK47 for the past 2 years and I have had zero issues with losing zero.
I even have this on a Russian sidemount dovetail scope base.
Pop it off to use iron sights, pop it on to go back to the scope. Still no shift in zero.
This scope has seen well over 2000 7.62x39mm rounds. Still dead on. Might not be true with a lesser priced AK(stamped versus milled), but I have had zero issues.
I did not use the supplied rings. Installed Burris Extreme Tactical Rings. Tightened down the rings "JUST ENOUGH TO HOLD THE SCOPE" (Still a gap between the top and bottom ring halves). I turly believe that too many times, people use low quality rings or overtighten the rings so as to crush or deform the tube. Then they wonder why scope components became loose after shooting.
Have my Savage Model 10 FCP-K in .308 on the way so am looking for another scope.
It's looking like another Barska will be riding atop the Savage.
Don't forget to read the dates of the reviews in forums and on-line review sights.
Good companies listen to consumer feedback and tend to improve quality year after year.
I would almost bet that a 2006 Barska scope is not the same as a 2012. It's probably better!
Good luck!
- akholic
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what makes them cheaper quality overall. I know that stuff made is China = crap but let's hear some details, what makes their glass inferior, let's list facts not opinions. thanks for the replies.
- just_a_guy
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Better glass, better coatings, repeatability, durability, construction, erector housing are just some of the features that determine what makes a better scope. People that disagree about glass might need to check the birding forums as well. I've never seen more scrutiny on optics, and its very valid. The differences are noticeable to trained eyes, and inches and mm's matter at 1000 yards.
there is always the right tool for the job. I am a huge fan of Nikon and their Monarch series suits my needs for the majority of my shooting. You DON'T always NEED to spend thousands on optics, a few hundred dollars can do the job a lot of the time. HOWEVER, there are differences that ARE very noticeable.
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- Hogalator
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The scope never would hold a zero. Finally, the front lens just came completely loose inside the scope housing. I went to the Barska web site and asked about repair/replacement possibilities twice. They claim a response within 24 hours, but I have heard nothing back from them after either attempt.
As it is right now, this scope is worthless junk. Barska apparently isn't much interested in customer service. I've learned my lesson and will only purchase reliable optics in the future. I know they cost a lot more, but in the end it will be worth it.
What I will do is warn any others who are willing to listen about my experience with Barska. There are lots of gun forums for me to do this on.
- Billstaf
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Billstaf wrote:I got the Barska 4X28 IR Electro scope for my AR. Fit and finish looked OK.
The scope never would hold a zero. Finally, the front lens just came completely loose inside the scope housing. I went to the Barska web site and asked about repair/replacement possibilities twice. They claim a response within 24 hours, but I have heard nothing back from them after either attempt.
As it is right now, this scope is worthless junk. Barska apparently isn't much interested in customer service. I've learned my lesson and will only purchase reliable optics in the future. I know they cost a lot more, but in the end it will be worth it.
What I will do is warn any others who are willing to listen about my experience with Barska. There are lots of gun forums for me to do this on.
- MrGman
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