Oliver to take over as secretary of state on Dec. 9
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Outgoing Secretary of State Brad Winter said he hopes he “made a positive difference during my short time.” Continue Reading
Domenici returning to NM, will be land commissioner’s senior adviser
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Former U.S. Sen. Pete Domenici is moving back to New Mexico, where he will join the State Land Office as senior adviser to Land Commissioner Aubrey Dunn. Continue Reading
State revenues decline as fiscal troubles continue
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General fund revenues fell to $1.3 billion during the quarter that ended Sept. 30, which is down 9.4 percent compared to the same three months in 2015. 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
AG Balderas falling short on consumer protection
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Mr. Balderas has failed to demonstrate a meaningful commitment to enforcing the law to protect consumers from unfair, deceptive or unconscionable business practices. Continue Reading
Sen. Wirth to be majority leader; Ds nominate Egolf for House speaker
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Peter Wirth replaces Michael Sanchez, who lost his re-election battle earlier this month. Democrats are also preparing to retake control of the House. Continue Reading
It’s up to all of us to determine New Mexico’s future
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What we do next may very well determine the fate of our state. Continue Reading
NM politicians shift focus to legislative leadership, 2018 governor’s race
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Tuesday caused a shift in the balance of power in the N.M. Legislature, and that means new leadership. Several people are looking ahead to the 2018 governor’s race as well. Continue Reading
Democrats win back control of the N.M. House of Representatives
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Some races are still up in the air, and recounts in two or three districts are likely, but it appears that Democrats won enough races to have approximately 38 of 70 seats in the House. Continue Reading
NM Senate Majority Leader Sanchez ousted in upset
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Sanchez lost his Senate seat following a campaign in which voters were inundated with paid media featuring the family members of crime victims urging voters to oust him. Continue Reading
Democrat Oliver wins secretary of state’s race
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Democrat Maggie Toulouse Oliver defeated Republican Nora Espinoza on Tuesday. Continue Reading
Statewide meetings clarify ACI priorities before legislative session
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Here’s what the New Mexico Association of Commerce and Industry heard from members as we traveled around the state. Continue Reading
A circle of love for New Mexico children
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Each of us must speak up and demand a real investment in the future of the state. Continue Reading
You can’t drown New Mexico’s bureaucracy in a bathtub
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Metaphorical drownings aside, it is indeed our view that New Mexico’s government can and should shrink significantly. Continue Reading
Many GOP candidates are skipping voter guides, forums this year
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New Mexicans who are hoping the League of Women Voters guides will help them decide how to vote this year may be disappointed. Continue Reading