USDA Rural Development helps advance New Mexico
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As my time as state director ends, I know the good work of USDA Rural Development will continue well into the future. Continue Reading
Tax secretary resigns, is under investigation for possible embezzlement, tax evasion
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Demesia Padilla abruptly resigned from her job as the state’s taxation and revenue secretary on Thursday amid public disclosure that she’s under investigation for possible crimes including tax evasion and embezzlement. Continue Reading
What New Mexico’s tax-hikers don’t want you to know
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Look at all the taxes that individuals, families, and business pay in New Mexico, and it’s clear that the relief adopted under the present and former governor has proven largely illusory. Continue Reading
Las Cruces school board wants to create a countywide sanctuary for immigrants
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The board wants to coordinate with other local governments to protect immigrants who could face deportation while Donald Trump is president. Continue Reading
Russian hackers targeted NM’s Ben Ray Luján, NY Times reports
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U.S. Rep. Ben Ray Luján, D-N.M., was among those targeted by Russian hackers aiming to influence the November election, The New York Times is reporting. Continue Reading
U.S. Rep. Grisham the first to jump into 2018 governor’s race
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U.S. Rep. Michelle Lujan Grisham, D-N.M., announced Tuesday that she’s running for governor in 2018 with a focus on combating the state’s high poverty and other problems. Continue Reading
We must choose to act with high purpose
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In this divided time, I’m grieving what we’ve already lost in the United States. And in this holiday season, I’m looking for hope. Continue Reading
Rick Perry’s energy legacy is more complicated than you think
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With President-elect Donald Trump set to tap former Texas Gov. Rick Perry to head the department of energy, here’s a closer look at the energy legacy of the state’s longest-serving governor. Continue Reading
Will Trump scrap NASA’s climate research mission?
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NASA does more than explore other planets; it studies our own. Agency scientists worry Donald Trump will abort the work. Continue Reading
We must work together to address our water needs
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There is no silver bullet when it comes to water policy — no single policy or project will alleviate our concerns. Continue Reading
Santa Fe mayor also considering running for governor
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Add Santa Fe Mayor Javier Gonzales to the list of Democrats who say they’re considering running for governor in 2018. Continue Reading
Could programs to help undocumented immigrants get driver’s licenses backfire?
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Advocates fear that programs in a dozen states might be used by a Trump administration to aid deportation goals. Continue Reading
Las Cruces school board affirms commitment to equity and safety
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The Las Cruces Public Schools Board of Education has joined the national movement to affirm a commitment to diversity and safety in response to the rhetoric of U.S. President-elect Donald Trump. Continue Reading
National Historic Landmark Program can help protect NM’s identity
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If campaign promises prove true, we are not likely to see any new national monuments during the next presidential administration. Continue Reading
Udall decides against running for governor, says he’s needed in D.C.
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Saying now is “not the time to weaken” Democrats’ position in the nation’s capitol, Tom Udall announced Wednesday that he plans to stay in the U.S. Senate instead of running for governor in 2018. Continue Reading