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To fail to enact marriage equality is to deny so many committed couples and families the recognition they deserve and to disgrace the very foundation of the United States. Continue Reading
The fundraising arm of Democrats in the U.S. Senate isn’t officially endorsing in the New Mexico primary between Martin Heinrich and Hector Balderas, but its chairwoman is suggesting that she prefers Heinrich. Continue Reading
Until government is redesigned to truly separate it from profiteering special interests, people will view the Downs at Albuquerque deal and any other involving campaign contributors and party insiders with suspicion, as they should. Continue Reading
Our centennial is a celebration. It is a time to pause and give thanks to those who came before us; it is a time to gather with friends, family and community to acknowledge that what makes us similar is much greater than what makes us different. Continue Reading
Carl Trujillo, who nearly unseated House Speaker Ben Luján in the 2010 Democratic primary, will seek the seat again in 2012, The Santa Fe New Mexican is reporting. Continue Reading
AUDIO: Heath Haussamen was on the statewide radio program News New Mexico earlier today to talk about the state’s projected budget surplus, voter photo ID, climate change, the presidential race and more. Click on the headline to listen. Continue Reading
I used to think everyone should have to show photo ID to vote, but I now realize such proposals are basically 21st-Century descendants of poll taxes or literacy tests. They’re designed to prevent qualified voters from the most vulnerable segments of our society from voting. Continue Reading
Lawmakers and the governor will have $254 million available for spending increases or tax cuts when the Legislature meets to craft a budget in January, the Associated Press is reporting. Continue Reading
When elected as the next U.S. senator from New Mexico, I will actively work to support Israel’s efforts to counter the Hezbollah menace that is linked to Iran. Continue Reading
The IRS prohibits nonprofits from participating in politics. Over the weekend, the Albuquerque Journal explored one megachurch pastor’s involvement in politics in that context. Continue Reading
Here is what is serious and smart about outside super PACs and caucus groups: They are prioritizing states over the federal government. Continue Reading
Spaceport America’s executive director says she expects the facility to be “operationally self-sufficient” within a year of Virgin Galactic starting its flights. Continue Reading
There are many checks on the quality and performance of our courts in New Mexico. The safeguards provided therein are employed when appropriate. Continue Reading
AUDIO: Heath Haussamen was on the radio program New Mexico News and Views this afternoon to talk about the federal investigation of former Gov. Bill Richardson, the presidential race, the weather and more. Click on the headline to listen. Continue Reading
The New York Times has some new details on the federal investigation into allegations that former Gov. Bill Richardson had supporters pay off a woman during his 2008 presidential campaign to keep quiet about their alleged extramarital affair. Continue Reading