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New Mexico is one of nine states that doesn’t produce a regular report that tracks how much the state gives up each year to tax credits, exemptions and deductions. Both candidates for governor want to change that. Continue Reading
Why would a man intentionally waste solar power he’s producing by building a water heating and cooling system he doesn’t need? Because, apparently, that’s the only way he gets paid for producing the energy. Continue Reading
No matter who is elected governor in November, expect the number of exempt or “political” appointees working in state government to drop significantly. Both candidates also plan other steps to reduce the state payroll. Continue Reading
If we truly want to help our kids, we must stop giving away high-school diplomas and provide the necessary tools for students to earn them. We should prepare children for a world where there are real consequences for success and failure. Continue Reading
U.S. Rep. Harry Teague’s troubles are growing. Last week, we learned about a $2.7 million lawsuit he and his companies are facing. But though his opponent, former U.S. Rep. Steve Pearce, has a slight advantage in the November election, I don’t count Teague out. Here’s why. Continue Reading
As social media becomes more integrated into political campaigns, the question of rules and regulations of social networks for campaign usage comes to the forefront. Maryland is the first state to be proactive in addressing this question. Will New Mexico be next? Continue Reading
Theresa Becenti-Aguilar is being sworn in this morning as the newest member of the Public Regulation Commission, the New Mexico Independent is reporting. Continue Reading
It’s anyone’s right to disagree with wilderness designations as a concept, but to stubbornly misrepresent the facts and distort the public dialogue through scare tactics is inappropriate. Continue Reading
Taking a position on “double dipping” for the first time, Republican gubernatorial candidate Susana Martinez says a 2003 law that allowed all retired public employees to return to work and collect a paycheck and pension at the same time went too far – but so does a new law that eliminates incentives for public safety workers to return to work after retiring. Continue Reading
You may already be familiar with Sarah Lenti, who has written some columns for NMPolitics.net in the past. Now she’s this site’s newest blogger. Continue Reading
Please, White House, pay attention and focus on jobs, jobs, jobs. Let’s not further suck the life out of this economy by unprioritizing the priority. Continue Reading
A day after both candidates seeking to replace him commented on the state’s film incentive program, Gov. Bill Richardson wants to clarify a few points. Continue Reading
UPDATED: Check out reports by KRQE’s Larry Barker and The Santa Fe New Mexican about a state employee who lives in and works from Illinois. Continue Reading
We the people have spoken. We want a balanced budget without cuts to services or tax increases. It’s clear that the public doesn’t know what it wants and knows even less how to get there. That’s where our leaders come in. We need them to lead. Continue Reading