Trump hits populist note in inaugural address
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As promised, President Trump kept it short, and largely avoided lofty language. Continue Reading
The Land of Enchantment can’t stand by Scott Pruitt as EPA administrator
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We call out all New Mexicans to ask our senators, Martin Heinrich and Tom Udall, to oppose Scott Pruitt’s confirmation for EPA administrator. Continue Reading
Chief Justice Daniels’ 2017 State of the Judiciary Address
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Here is Chief Justice Charles W. Daniels’ 2017 State of the Judiciary Address. Continue Reading
Maximizing the 2017 legislative session
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We are left with making painful cuts and tough decisions now and (hopefully) enacting long-overdue tax reforms that will bring about economic growth for the future. Continue Reading
Obama monuments preserve of our shared heritage
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This is an achievement that should be celebrated. Continue Reading
Udall and Heinrich, vote against confirmation of DeVos for education secretary
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It is our strong belief that a successful confirmation of Ms. DeVos would not be in the best interest of public education in the United States, nor in our State of New Mexico. Continue Reading
Journalism group’s board opposes bill to exempt records from release
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The last thing this state needs is another roadblock to transparency. Continue Reading
Gov. Susana Martinez’s 2017 State of the State Address
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Here’s the governor’s 2017 State of the State Address, as prepared for delivery. Continue Reading
About that bill to keep most gov’t employee applications secret
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Sen. Papen’s bill relates to NMPolitics.net’s pending lawsuit seeking city manager applications from the City of Las Cruces. I believe such job applications should be public. Continue Reading
Creating a 21st Century budget for New Mexico
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The outdated, disproven ideology of the last six years is holding New Mexico back. Continue Reading
Vote in every election; school board is up next
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Voting for the president is important, but getting out to vote for our local elected officials is smart. People are the heart of democracy, so everyone should vote in every election. Continue Reading
How I got started with the Women’s March on Washington Albuquerque Rally — and how you can, too
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Our goal for this event is to present a diverse slate of speakers and performers that will uplift and encourage the crowd to take heart, then take action. Continue Reading
Ethics commission focus group findings released
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New Mexico First hopes these reports will prove useful to the policymaking community. Continue Reading
Lawmakers: OK an ethics commission or face a ferocious backlash
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Senators who wanted more time have gotten it. In the upcoming session there is no room for excuses. Continue Reading
We must properly fund our court system
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New Mexicans can expect fewer services and further reductions in court business hours if the judiciary must absorb additional budget cuts. Continue Reading