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Gov. Declares Today Texting And Driving Day Of Action

Gov. Susana Martinez

STATE News:

Today is the third annual day of action to stop texting and driving as part of the It Can Wait campaign. 

This year, New Mexico Gov. Susana Martinez officially proclaimed Sept. 19 to be the “It Can Wait Day of Action” statewide. See her proclamation here: http://bit.ly/Xq6FWN  

Once again, AT&T and partner organizations are calling on New Mexico drivers to get involved today in the movement to end texting while driving, which is involved in more than 200,000 vehicle crashes each year.

New Mexico drivers are encouraged to:

  • Text “ICWNM” (stands for
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League of Women Voters Forum Shines Spotlight On Candidates

This evening’s League of Women Voters Candidates’ Forum leaves the audience with much to ponder as the candidates share their perspectives and answer League and audience questions throughout the event at Fuller Lodge. The second League of Women Voters Candidates’ Forum is 7-9 p.m. Oct. 2, (with refreshments at 6:30 p.m.) in Fuller Lodge and will feature the four Democrats and four Republic candidates running for County Council. Also invited are the unopposed candidates for Probate Judge and Public Education Commission, who will make brief statements, and the County Read More

Dist. 43 State Representative Candidates Square Off

Dist. 43 Republican candidate Geoff Rodgers answers questions from the audience during this evening’s League of Women Voters Forum at Fuller Lodge. He explained what he believes needs to be done to improve the legislature, education and other issues in the state. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com

Dist. 43 State Rep. incumbent Stephanie Garcia Richard, a Democrat, makes her opening remarks and fields questions from the audience. She spoke from her experience as a legislature. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com

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Magistrate Judge Candidates’ Forum Was Shy One Participant

Incumbent Magistrate Judge Pat Casados, a Democrat, was allowed four minutes to speak to the audience but was not allowed to answer questions because her Republican opponent Blair Redmond did not attend this evening’s forum. Redmond was allowed to submit a statement to be read at the forum but she declined to do so. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com Read More

Forum Leads Off With County Assessor Candidates

League of Women Voters President Barbara Caleb welcomes the audience and candidates, expalains the ground rules and invites County Assessor candidates Abe Dispennette, a Republican, and Ken Milder, a Democrat, to begin tonight’s forum. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com

Members of the Los Alamos High School Hilltalkers serve this evening as timekeepers and audience questions assistance aides. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com

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Sen. Pete V. Domenici Endorses Geoff Rodgers For House Dist. 43

Pete V. Domenici

POLITICAL News:

The Committee to Elect Geoff Rodgers announced today that retired Sen. Pete V. Domenici has endorsed Geoff Rodgers for the critical race for New Mexico House of Representatives, District 43.

In his endorsement, Domenici said, “New Mexico has enormous potential, but, in order to realize that potential, changes need to be made at the state level. That change requires independent-minded elected officials, like Geoff Rodgers who are willing to vote their conscience, tackle the tough problems and break through the gridlock.”  

Geoff Rodgers

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Letter to the Editor: No Politicians In Homecoming Parade

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Udall, Barrasso Hail Senate Passage Of Bill To Streamline BLM Energy Permits

U.S. SENATE News:

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Sens. Tom Udall, D-N.M. and John Barrasso, R-WY announced Tuesday that the Senate passed their bipartisan bill to extend a pilot program that has helped the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) balance complex demands, including oil and gas permitting and environmental management, in New Mexico, Wyoming and other parts of the West.

The BLM Permit Processing Improvement Act of 2014, which passed the Senate by unanimous consent, permanently extends a pilot program from the Energy Policy Act of 2005 that was designed to help the agency deal with a backlog of Read More

Letter to the Editor: What I Want To See At Homecoming

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Letter to the Editor: Allow Politicians In Homecoming Parade

By ALISTAIR GRAHAM
Los Alamos

While giving out candy at the homecoming parade has long provided candidates with a safe and legal venue for providing each of their constituents with oral pleasure, it has also served as a public forum for personal interaction within the community. 

In an age in which many political representatives interact only with donors, lobbyists, and PR firms, it is important that we have representatives who are part of the community at large. It is important that both representatives and constituents can recognize each other by both face and name.

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Letter to the Editor: Political Parties Agree Not To Politicize LAHS Homecoming Parade

By Robyn Schultz, Chair
Democratic Party of Los Alamos County, and
Robert Gibson, Chair
Republican Party of Los Alamos County

The Los Alamos Homecoming Parade is coming up. In order not to politicize a beloved community tradition, our local parties have decided not to participate. We have also asked our candidates not to have entries (as candidates) in the parade.

You’ll see plenty of our local candidates talking to people during the parade and some will probably participate in their other roles as active community members.

While our two political parties don’t always agree on issues, we can Read More

Heinrich Marks Hispanic Heritage Month

U.S. SENATE News:

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich, D-N.M., a member of the U.S. Senate Democratic Hispanic Task Force, released the following statement in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, observed Sept. 15 to Oct. 15:

“This month, we celebrate the achievements and immeasurable contributions that Hispanic-Americans make every day to shape and enrich our nation. From serving in our Armed Forces, to starting businesses that strengthen our economy, to fighting for civil rights, the Hispanic community helps build a stronger, more resilient America. In New Read More

Udall Votes For Equal Pay For Women

U.S. Sen. Tom Udall

U.S. SENATE News:

  • Disappointed that Republicans again chose to filibuster Paycheck Fairness Act

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Sen. Tom Udall expressed his disappointment that Republicans again blocked the Paycheck Fairness Act, a bill that would ensure women receive equal pay for equal work.

Although the bill received support from a majority in the Senate, 52-40, it failed to receive the 60 votes necessary to overcome the Republican filibuster. Today’s vote was the second time this year that Republicans have filibustered equal pay for equal work.

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Bench Warrant Sweep Collects More Than $140,000 In Child Support

Gov. Susana Martinez

STATE News:

SANTA FE — For the third year in a row, Gov. Susana Martinez has announced the success of New Mexico’s annual child support bench warrant round up, which collected more than $140,000 in unpaid child support.

“Parents have a responsibility to contribute to the upbringing of their children,” Martinez said. “This annual round up continues to show real results for kids and families in improving their economic stability. New Mexico remains committed to providing as many tools as possible to help parents support their children emotionally and financially.”

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Heinrich Marks 20 Years Of AmeriCorps

U.S. SENATE News:

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich, D-N.M., is the first AmeriCorps alum to serve in the United States Senate and a member of the National Service Congressional Caucus.

Heinrich is a cosponsor of a resolution recognizing the 20th anniversary of AmeriCorps. He released the following statement commemorating the 20th Anniversary of AmeriCorps, Sept. 12, 2o14:

“For 20 years, more than 900,000 AmeriCorps members have contributed more than 1 billon hours of service to strengthen communities across the country, solve problems, and expand economic Read More

Udall Encouraged By Growing Support For Constitutional Amendment

U.S. Sen. Tom Udall

U.S. SENATE News:

  • Disappointed GOP sided with corporations and billionaires in filibuster of measure to limit influence of big money on American elections
WASHINGTON, D.C. U.S. Sen. Tom Udall led the Senate in rallying historic support for a constitutional amendment on campaign finance. The amendment, S.J. Res. 19, won 54 votes, a majority of the Senate, but failed to reach the 60 votes needed to overcome the Republican filibuster and advance to a final vote.
 
An outspoken critic of the U.S. Supreme Court’s controversial Citizens United and McCutcheon decisions,
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Community Invited To Visit GOP Election Headquarters

GOP headquarters at 1362D-1 Trinity Dr. Courtesy photo

GOP News:

The Republican Party of Los Alamos and the Los Alamos Federated Republican Women invite the public to visit the GOP headquarters at 1362D-1 Trinity Dr.

The headquarters is between Viola’s Restaurant and the new Subway and open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday.

Coffee and cookies will greet you as well as all you want to know about the 2014 Republican candidates. You can even register to vote.

Sample ballots will be available and forms to request absentee ballots. Need a yard sign? You have Read More

O’Leary: In Favor of Transparent Government

By SUSAN O’LEARY
County Council Candidate

Democracy succeeds when citizens trust their government. Citizens can only trust their government when it operates in a transparent manner – when citizens can see how funds are spent and decisions are made.  

To achieve transparency, government has to purposefully work to make relevant information available to citizens in a timely manner, in ways that are convenient for them, and in formats that are useful and informative. That means something more than just publishing agendas and summaries or transcripts of meetings. Local Read More

Citizens For Good Government Roll Out Website

POLITICAL NEWS:

John C. Hopkins, Chair of Citizens for Good Government and former Chair of the Los Alamos Charter Review Committee, today announced that CFGG has launched a website to provide citizens with important information about the two Los Alamos County Charter questions that are on this year’s general election ballot.  

Question 1 on the ballot relates to the structure of county government – it clarifies the role and authorities of the Council Chair; it also proposes to change the title of the County Administrator to County Manager to be consistent with all other counties Read More

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