Democratic Legislature should fight for real minimum wage increase
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We call on our state legislators to be courageous. Continue Reading
We must change the way we select, district and finance candidates
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Our Legislature once again ignored the deep anger and seething resentment out here in the real world felt toward our political institutions. Continue Reading
Sunshine will help Spaceport America succeed
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This is Sunshine Week, and I can think of no better way to mark it than by fighting to shine light on Spaceport America. Continue Reading
It’s time to decide what NM will do about our economy
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The Senate budget package reflects not only the state’s needs and values but also our commitment to government efficiency and accountability. Continue Reading
Telecom bill paves way for broadband investment
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When telecom companies can’t fairly compete in the marketplace, no one wins, especially customers. Continue Reading
Raise the cigarette tax to help classrooms and health
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The benefits for the health and especially for the classrooms of New Mexico are enormous. Continue Reading
A better solution than a wall, using an engineering idea
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Don’t do it President Trump. I have a better plan. Continue Reading
Legislature must follow NM tradition of taking care of families
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Whether it’s a matanza, the offering plate at church, or paying taxes, New Mexicans will give what they can to lift up others. Continue Reading
Consolidating local elections would help spark the change people want
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We cannot afford to miss this important first step to increase democratic involvement. Continue Reading
We need to restore our faith in voters
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I am asking our legislators to help get voters to the polls and keep democracy alive. One election every November makes good sense and is a solid step to increase voting. Continue Reading
Support the lottery scholarship and the future of NM
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Stories like Jennifer Zafra’s are so important for lawmakers and taxpayers to consider when the Legislature votes on the many lottery scholarship bills that are on the table in this session. Continue Reading
Open primaries to all voters or let the major parties fund their own
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What good is “participatory government” if an election limits voters to a binary and theatrical system of partisan choices? Continue Reading
Gov. Martinez should be impeached for fiscal malfeasance
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Governor Martinez has led the State of New Mexico into a fiscal hellhole. Continue Reading
Big money stands in the way of dismantling oppressive systems
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Under the current system, the debate isn’t about whether to continue robbing the poor. It’s about how much we’re going to take. Continue Reading
Later voter registration deadline would increase turnout
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In the name of democracy, New Mexico should open the doors of the voting booth to allow everyone who wants to exercise their sacred right — and duty — to do so. Continue Reading