I hope Ducey picks Kelly Ward, because I am not confident she can win in 2018, if she wins the primary. But winning as an incumbent may be an easier ticket for her.
McCain will have to be carried out of the Senate. He loves the power and the perks. This report says he already had the surgery and is doing well.
http://edition.cnn.com/2017/07/19/health/gupta-mccain-glioblastoma/index.html
Of Course, it is CNN.
You're right. The traitorous, ope borders Mormon Mafia would see a Democrat elected rather than a conservative Republican. They have massive clout in the AZ GOP now.