Viewpoint pushes transparency as ethics panel backers shield status quo
A New Mexico senator pulled a joint ethics commission resolution from the Senate Rules Committee citing deletions that would limit public hearings and access to complaints. Critics say removing key transparency provisions leaves the panel toothless and unaccountable, harming citizens seeking openness.
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Good government bill aimed at reforming New Mexico capital funding
Think New Mexico offered HB 307 to create a capital project planning council and oversight panels to prioritize and plan state capital improvements. Rural lawmakers opposed, fearing loss of their pet projects, causing the bill to die in committee. backers expect a stronger push next session with broader support from labor and business groups.
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Political standoff over Supreme Court vacancy analyzed
Steve Hansen examines the long history of Supreme Court vacancies from Bork to Thomas and Fortas to Blackmun. He notes presidents face Senate resistance, while justices often defer to constitutional duty over party labels. The piece suggests a moderate, well qualified Obama pick could become a campaign issue.
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