Journal profiles GOP gubernatorial candidates
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The Albuquerque Journal took a look at the Republican gubernatorial primary on Sunday. It also published articles on each of the candidates. Continue Reading
Most voters in poll give Martinez a thumbs-up
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The majority of those who voted in last week’s non-scientific poll on this site said they approve of the job Ken Martinez is doing as majority leader in the state House of Representatives. Continue Reading
Teague divesting himself of business interests
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U.S. Rep. Harry Teague is divesting himself of all interests in three oil companies that have helped make him the 10th wealthiest member of Congress. Continue Reading
Top 10 honorable mention: Behavioral health contract problems
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The state switched behavioral health services providers in 2009, and the transition was rocky on both ends. This didn’t quite make it onto Heath Haussamen’s list of the top 10 stories of the year, but it’s definitely worth an honorable mention. Continue Reading
Corruption, economy are the top stories of 2009
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With the governor spending most of the year dogged by a grand jury investigation and several other cases leading to indictments, public corruption took center stage in New Mexico in 2009. It’s No. 1 on Heath Haussamen’s list of the top 10 political stories of the year. Continue Reading
Most voters in poll give Speaker Luján a thumbs-up
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The majority of voters in last week’s non-scientific poll on this site said they approve of the job Ben Luján is doing as speaker of the New Mexico House. Continue Reading
Guv isn’t being open, accessible or accountable
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It’s nothing short of hypocritical that Gov. Bill Richardson has talked about the importance of “open, accessible and accountable government” and then flagrantly disregarded the requirements of the state’s Inspection of Public Records Act. Continue Reading
Legislator wants quicker action on fraud cases
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Attorney General Gary King has yet to act on nearly 100 cases filed under the state’s Fraud Against Taxpayers Act – and that could discourage potential whistleblowers from coming forward, the legislative sponsor of the law says. Continue Reading
Denish won’t raise money during legislative session
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UPDATED: Lt. Gov. Diane Denish says she will not raise money during the upcoming session of the New Mexico Legislature, continuing a voluntary policy she’s practiced during her time in office. Continue Reading
Trial of Vigil-Giron, others set for July
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The trial of former Secretary of State Rebecca Vigil-Giron and three others accused of bilking taxpayers out of millions of dollars has been set for July. Continue Reading
ABQ Journal examines Legislatures’ progressives
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UPDATED: With progressives gaining seats and influence in the New Mexico Legislature in recent years, the Albuquerque Journal takes a look today at what this group of lawmakers is all about. Continue Reading
Reporter: Guv sets up a ‘double fire wall’ to block access
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The Albuquerque Journal’s Thomas J. Cole called out the governor this weekend for talking the talk when it comes to issues of open government but failing – at least at times — to walk the walk. Continue Reading
Ortiz y Pino: Progressives need to assert themselves
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Jerry Ortiz y Pino says progressives have been “used” by the Democratic Party in New Mexico for a long time. He says his candidacy for lieutenant governor is “a great opportunity for the progressive wing of the party to assert itself.” Continue Reading
Most voters in poll give Lewis a thumbs-up
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The majority of those who voted in last week’s non-scientific poll on this site said they approve of the job James B. Lewis is doing as state treasurer. Continue Reading
Denish has PSAs featuring her stopped
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UPDATED: A day after the governor called for a ban on political candidates appearing in public service announcements paid for by the state, Lt. Gov. Diane Denish has asked the state Health Department to stop running one in which she appears. Continue Reading