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I think everyone in every party is sick and tired of the ineptitude of our bureaucracy and is now in favor of smaller, less bureaucratic government. Continue Reading
Every New Mexican is now protected and empowered to root out corruption. If public dollars are being misspent, misdirected or misused, do the right thing: Speak out for ethical, honest government. Continue Reading
In many former Democratic bastions that have swung Republican in the past several decades, the people who most rely on the safety-net programs secured by Democrats are, by and large, not voting against their own interests by electing Republicans. Rather, they are not voting, period. Continue Reading
Former state Rep. William “Ed” Boykin, who helped pave the way for the creation of Spaceport America before he left office in 2006, died Nov. 17. He was 83. Continue Reading
Focusing government on public interests instead of special interests is a daunting task. Here are some ideas to ensure regular folks get heard in the lawmaking game. Continue Reading
ProPublica has rounded up some of the best reporting on the origins of ISIS, their role in the Syrian civil war and ties to terrorist attacks across the world. Continue Reading
Veteran European law enforcement officials, one of them Muslim, reflect on the roots of the Paris attacks, the tense aftermath and the debate about the effectiveness of counterterror forces. Continue Reading
Economic experts and economic-development professionals have their place but don’t necessarily have a monopoly on ideas. New Mexicans like you and your neighbors deserve an opportunity to have your say as well. Continue Reading
Singling out a group based on nothing more than name, religion, or national origin is wrong. Even worse — when it happens, the terrorists win. Continue Reading
The nonprofit organization, called American Family Voices, is backed by retail lobby, unions, among others. Continue Reading
A year after Republicans took control of the N.M. House of Representatives and wrestled the position of speaker away from him, Rep. Ken Martinez announced Friday that he plans to retire from the Legislature. Continue Reading
In the wake of revelations that lobbyists and candidates are at times reporting donations differently — making tracking some money in state politics nearly impossible — the Secretary of State’s Office says it’s working on a new rule to clarify reporting requirements. Continue Reading
Patriot Majority USA raised $30 million in ‘dark money’ last year. Continue Reading
Republicans won big in 2014. New tax filings prove Crossroads GPS, which was co-founded by Karl Rove, was more influential than the public knew. Continue Reading
There is a severe lack of choice in our elections. Two candidates, no matter how different, cannot begin to represent the diversity of New Mexicans. Continue Reading