Obama mocks GOP for giving rise to Trump
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President Barack Obama on Friday ridiculed the so-called “Republican establishment” for being “shocked” by the billionaire’s rise to presidential frontrunner. Continue Reading
Trying (and trying) to get records from the ‘most transparent administration’ ever
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I experienced firsthand the incompetence and neglect behind Obama’s failure to make good on his FOIA promises. Continue Reading
Is America a ‘Nation on the Take?’
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America stands at a historic crossroads. One path leads to a renewal of our Democratic ideal, the other to government by the few, the rich and the powerful. So argue Wendell Potter and Nick Penniman in their new book. Continue Reading
Unaccountable Gila Diversion project puts local water projects on backburner
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Unfortunately the process surrounding the Gila River diversion is a prime example of why New Mexico has a bad reputation for how it makes decisions. Continue Reading
Martinez complains about ‘petty union politics’ in veto message
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If the Legislature won’t let retired chemists teach chemistry to students in grades 7-12, Gov. Susana Martinez won’t make it easier for physical therapy assistants to become principals. Continue Reading
‘We, the undersigned…’ an opportunity to provoke change
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This petition would help force lawmakers to address ethics reform before voters decide whether to re-elect them in June and November. Continue Reading
Everything you’ve ever wanted to know about voter ID laws
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More than 30 states — but not New Mexico — have enacted some version of voter ID law in recent years. How much do these laws change voting rules and what impact could they have on the general election? Continue Reading
Martinez slams lawmakers for ‘pork’ spending and killing reform
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“It is frustrating and disappointing to watch how the Legislature squanders critical infrastructure funding,” Gov. Susana Martinez wrote in a strongly worded message to lawmakers. Continue Reading
State’s job crisis demanded more attention from governor
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Gov. Susana Martinez promised that her policies would create jobs. She has even claimed recently that New Mexico’s economy is doing well. If only it were true. Continue Reading
The lobbyists who love Bernie Sanders
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Nearly two-dozen professional influencers have donated to the anti-lobbyist candidate. Continue Reading
Battling Trump, Cruz gets some unlikely support
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Emerging as the chief alternative to Donald Trump, Ted Cruz is drawing the attention — and support — of a Republican establishment he has built his political career brutalizing. Continue Reading
The importance of registering voters in Doña Ana County
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It is the County Clerk’s mission to provide fair access to all eligible voters to get registered and exercise their right to vote. Continue Reading
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NMPolitics.net can deliver the news and information you need and facilitate productive discussions, but only with your help. Donate today! Continue Reading
Filing day helps 2016 primary, general election battles take shape
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Three of four seats that gave Republicans control of the N.M. House of Representatives in 2014 are located partially or entirely in Doña Ana County — and if filing day is any indication, the county promises to once again factor heavily into the 2016 battles for control of the House and Senate. Continue Reading
Rubio, other conservatives pummel Trump with attack ads
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The barrage arrives a week before the critical Florida and Ohio primaries. Continue Reading