Like Martinez’s Medicaid freeze, Trump’s travel ban was reckless
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If Trump keeps this up, there won’t be any incentive to follow our immigration laws. Continue Reading
The N.M. Legislature is giving you greater access. Use it.
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You arguably have a greater ability to access the work of the N.M. Legislature than at any previous time in its history. So get involved. 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
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
Don’t shut down transparent tax reform discussion
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If we can’t have complex policy discussions in public, we have little chance of addressing our state’s substantial problems and improving the lives of New Mexicans. Continue Reading
We must choose to act with high purpose
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In this divided time, I’m grieving what we’ve already lost in the United States. And in this holiday season, I’m looking for hope. Continue Reading
Democrats must develop and fight for a clear vision to improve NM
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Instead of worrying about the next election, Democrats have an opportunity to be bold and visionary, to think long-term about how to make New Mexico a place where all people can thrive. Continue Reading
My commitment in Donald Trump’s America
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We’ve been here before. We must remain open to hearing each other and vigilant about protecting those who need help. Continue Reading
Change comes from us, not the next president
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We’re all in this experiment we call the United States of America together. Short of the apocalypse, that isn’t going to change. Continue Reading
The message of this frustrated voter: Stay involved. Vote.
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I’m not in the business of telling people who to support. But I absolutely believe you should show up and vote. Continue Reading
In praise of the N.M. Senate’s respect and civility
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The New Mexico Senate’s 12-hour marathon on Friday was a pleasant surprise. Continue Reading
New Mexico doesn’t have to stay on this impoverished path
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The bottom line is that we’re stuck – and we’ve remained stuck through leadership from Democrats and leadership from Republicans and leadership from bipartisan coalitions. The roots of our problems are deeper than any ideology can solve. Continue Reading
An apology, and an example of doing it right
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I emailed Las Cruces’ interim city manager on Monday, using his government email address, to ask if he was still interested in being considered for that job on a more permanent basis. His response was right on. Continue Reading
Grieving, then moving into action, after Victoria’s death
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What our children need from us is honest self-reflection, individually and collectively. Continue Reading
We must commit to understanding each other, even online
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It’s so important to share our stories and listen to others. Continue Reading