Editorial Calls for Flood Tax Accountability Across Rio Rancho
The editorial condemns years of unclear records and uneven oversight of the 1.5 mill flood tax for Montoya's Arroyo. It urges city county and village leaders to provide a full accounting, clean up documents, and implement a stronger checks and balances system before continuing flood control funding.
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Reform Social Security to curb looming deficits and surplus use
The piece argues Social Security will run a $40 billion surplus this year but face deficits around 2013 as baby boomers retire. It urges reform, opposing using surpluses for debt reduction or new programs, and backing privatization and early withdrawals with safeguards. Heritage Foundation proposals are cited.
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Public stirs over Sandra Cal tabrida praise in New Mexico
Readers react to a Pennsylvanian eight-year-old Sandra Callabrida who drew media attention in Albuquerque after noting New Mexico is part of the United States. Critics urge officials to avoid promotional stunts and promote the state’s real assets instead.
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NMHSCE testing changes spark debate and lone sample item
A columnist describes the NMHSCE high school graduation exam in New Mexico, its mandated scope through the 1986 reform act, and how sample test items reveal test design. The piece notes a contractor uses domain specifications and questions cover social studies and language arts. It criticizes test focus on persuasion and posted guidelines, hinting at hidden results and secrecy.
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IDEWALK iFURVEY Question on hazardous waste through New Mexico
The Observer asks readers how they feel about shipping hazardous waste to the WIPP site. Rio Rancho residents emphasize precaution and safety, while others call for voter input and rights in the decision.
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Monitoring shipments to protect New Mexico jobs
Tam for it. It could mear jobs for New Mexico. However, all shipments should be monitored, supervised and all rules enforced.
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