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NMPolitics.net met last week’s fundraising goal. The current fundraising drive will continue for a few more weeks, and I’m still asking you to give if you can afford to do so. Continue Reading
The governor says he has no records about the layoffs of 59 exempt employees and doesn’t know which state agency does. The attorney general correctly says that’s “implausible” and “unlikely.” As his time in office comes to a close, is such disregard for the law the legacy Bill Richardson wants to leave? Continue Reading
While I have enormous respect for the people and movement I, like many others, have not joined the tea party, but I am in complete agreement with those who think the government is reaching too far into our lives. Continue Reading
Taxes are not the penalty you pay for being an American. Taxes are the communal kitty that we all chip in to so we can accomplish great things as a nation. Continue Reading
If New Mexico moves toward lowering its corporate tax rate, say at a rate that moves it from 32nd to the top 20 of state rankings, entrepreneurs will decide to incorporate in the now-more-competitive state of New Mexico, rather than in Arizona or Texas or Colorado. Continue Reading
The dedication and blessing of the Eastern Navajo Waterline at Counselor, New Mexico, earlier this week epitomized the very essence of what Senator Gaylord Nelson envisioned 40 years ago when he established the first celebration of what eventually become known as Earth Day around the world. Continue Reading
Next summer I will be retiring from the military and I would like to get more involved in the political scene back home. So I am in the process of doing research to see for myself if a Hispanic from the poor north-side barrio of Artesia can find a home in New Mexico’s Grande ‘Ole Party. Continue Reading
I believe NMPolitics.net has helped fill the void left by struggling newspapers. But keeping NMPolitics.net going requires a community effort. I hope you’ll consider making a financial contribution today. Continue Reading
Given the current economic realities of the global recession and the reality that we cannot make the switch from fossil fuels to clean energy overnight, the proposed state emissions cap will have dire consequences for our economy here in New Mexico. Continue Reading
A column last week by State Senator Steve Fischmann lamented, “Everybody wants to improve public education, but nobody seems to know how to do it.” While Senator Fischmann made several very good points, he, like others, missed the big picture. Continue Reading
If you continue to give credence to the loudest and most irate, the possibility of compromise and mutual forbearance will be gone. Conservatives, is this really the group of people you want to define what you stand for? Continue Reading
Let’s not pretend that health-care reform is some socialist plot, or government takeover, or the end of freedom as we know it. Only two types of people make those claims: those ignorant of what’s in the bill, and those who know better but who are hoping for political gain based on fear. Continue Reading
Public safety is a critical element in New Mexico’s future. Making sure citizens and businesses feel comfortable and safe as they engage in day-to-day activities is not only beneficial to our society, but it is conducive to growing the economy and educating our students. Continue Reading
The right to criticize elected officials is at the core of the First Amendment. The Public Regulation Commission says you don’t have a right to hear that criticism. But what good is the right to criticize if what you say is kept secret? Continue Reading
Overcoming the culture of low-performing institutions is a daunting task. But our children deserve better than immersion in a culture of mediocrity. They deserve big returns on our education investment. Continue Reading