The race between Yvette Herrell and Xochitl Torres Small isn’t over
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No matter what other news organizations say, the race to replace Steve Pearce in the U.S. House is up in the air. Continue Reading
The races to watch on Election Day
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Obviously the races for governor, land commissioner and the 2nd Congressional District seat in the U.S. House. Here’s what else to watch. Continue Reading
In swing districts, Republicans may pay for trying to reverse Affordable Care Act
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Tom MacArthur’s candidacy has become a kind of Rorschach test for Republicans’ repeated attempts to repeal and otherwise undermine the health-care law — and how much candidates in swing districts will pay for those efforts. Continue Reading
In the midst of societal collapse, high voter turnout gives me hope
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Whatever happens on Election Day won’t fix this mess. But it’s a start. Vote. And then stay involved. Continue Reading
Honduran migrants following the caravan continue on despite Trump’s threats
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They’re so desperate, they say, they’re willing to gamble on a dangerous trip. Continue Reading
Feverish spending in 2nd Congressional District race, with $12 million raised to date
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Getting a handle on how much cash is pouring in can be tricky. Fortunately, there are a couple important tools. Continue Reading
Gary Johnson’s stubborn, shameful support for private prisons
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Johnson was wrong to grow private prisons in New Mexico, and his continued support of the industry, in spite of the body of evidence that contradicts his position, is a problem. Continue Reading
How Libertarians blew their chance to build a legitimate party in NM
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Libertarians have largely focused on sending Gary Johnson to Washington, which is unlikely, instead of seizing the rare opportunity to build a stronger party. Continue Reading
Herrell leads by one point in CD2 clash, NYT poll says
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The latest New York Times/Siena College poll shows just how close the 2nd Congressional District race remains. Continue Reading
Fixing Obamacare’s ‘family glitch’ hinges on outcome of midterm elections
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Although the Affordable Care Act is credited with expanding health insurance to about 20 million Americans, a small segment of the population has been left behind. Continue Reading
Pressure on the campaign trail: Battle for CD2 no sweat for Herrell and Torres Small
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The district is one of 75 seats considered vulnerable by the nonpartisan Cook Political Report. Continue Reading
Politicians hop aboard ‘Medicare-for-all’ train, destination unknown
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After decades in the political wilderness, ‘Medicare-for-all’ and single-payer health care are suddenly popular. Continue Reading
NM’s 2nd Congressional District race is a toss-up
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I wrote in January that I didn’t expect the blue wave to snag southern New Mexico’s U.S. House seat this year. It seems I may have been wrong. Continue Reading
Steve Bannon calls GOP Senate candidate Mick Rich a ‘real populist’
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Mick Rich praised President Donald Trump and the controversial strategist. Continue Reading
Democrats hold big cash advantages in federal races
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Democrat Xochitl Torres Small led the way in fundraising among federal candidates in New Mexico. Continue Reading