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Perhaps the Lincoln National Forest should be taken over by the State of New Mexico. If the federal managers of these resources cannot effectively manage these resources, then a different group is needed. Continue Reading
The only fear I have concerning elections is that I might surrender my good sense and run for political office, any office. Continue Reading
The only branch taking charge of things is the executive branch. It is hard to say with the judicial branch because we do not see their actions as easily, but for sure Congress has lost all of its power and does not realize this fact. Continue Reading
There are plenty of nature-centric places in New Mexico to preserve, but not to exclude human entry. Preserve the nature-centric areas of New Mexico for all Americans but make sure all Americans can enjoy those areas. Continue Reading
If the educational leaders in New Mexico really want kids to graduate they should aim the incentives on graduation. How about a graduation lottery? Continue Reading
The City of Las Cruces last week decided tyranny was in order. Those who do not pay red-light camera fines will find their water and natural gas turned off. It is time for the State of New Mexico to take over the city management. Continue Reading
Trying to improve education is quite slippery since it depends on what you mean by success when you are looking to find it in the schools. It is very different for political leaders than for citizens. Continue Reading
This protracted drought and lack of water for farmers directly caused something the newspapers recently covered: the appearance of horse maltreatment and a plan for a horse slaughterhouse in Roswell. Continue Reading
Rest in peace, Trayvon. It was not racial; it was just a bold young men moment, a tragedy. This is neither the first nor the last time young men will die needlessly. Continue Reading
Lotteries exist to make winners and losers. Governments cannot talk about fairness and income redistribution while they run lotteries. Continue Reading
It is important to count the major ways our government is a factor in the pump price of fuel. Continue Reading
I am quite taken by the fact that facts no longer seem to be in vogue in our society. Continue Reading
We no longer treat young students just entering our schools humanely. Kindergarten students are treated inappropriately for their age. Continue Reading
My dog Conrad was amused by the story of an Albuquerque man who registered his dog to vote and promptly got a voter card for the dog in the mail. Continue Reading
Many pharmacies have already adopted the government attitude of health care: “Step up, pay up and shut up.” Continue Reading