Leaders must prioritize the health and well-being of our families
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Medicaid is a necessity for children, people with disabilities, and seniors. Continue Reading
Following the money becomes even more difficult
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Weak laws, a lack of enforcement, and ethically challenged decisions add to the problem of dark money in New Mexico. Continue Reading
New Mexicans are protected, rewarded for rooting out corruption
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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
Who turned my blue state red?
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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 dies at 83
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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
Ideas for restoring power to the people
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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
Response to terrorism should be bravery, not oppression
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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
Former Speaker Martinez to retire from Legislature next year
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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
Secretary of State’s Office wants to ‘bring clarity’ to campaign reporting
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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
Ideas for increasing voter turnout
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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
It’s time to demand full campaign transparency and accountability
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For too long we have placed trust in politicians who promise change and reform but fail to deliver. It’s time to end the half-measures and double-talk around this issue. Continue Reading
Syrian refugees need America to live up to its promise
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The people fleeing Syria now are in some of the darkest days of their lives, running from the very terrorism we seek to fight. Basic American values call on us not to bar the way or abandon them to their fate. Continue Reading
Inconsistent reporting hurts efforts to follow political money in NM
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In response to an investigation by a TV news organization, which found discrepancies in how candidates and lobbyists are reporting campaign contributions, some legislative leaders are asking for better rules that will improve transparency. Continue Reading
Meet the newest member of the New Mexico Supreme Court
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Gov. Susana Martinez appointed Republican Judith Nakamura on Thursday to fill a seat on the New Mexico Supreme Court. Continue Reading
Grand jury is investigating 2010 Martinez inauguration, paper reports
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A federal grand jury is looking into allegations involving Gov. Susana Martinez’s political adviser Jay McCleskey, the Albuquerque Journal is reporting. That includes examining money spent on Martinez’s 2010 inauguration celebration. Continue Reading