Power brokers in Santa Fe and the push for transparency
Dr. Michael Swickard argues for a public cost benefit analysis of elected officials in New Mexico. He proposes tracking three years of financial data before, during, and after service for all electeds and immediate relatives to reveal wealth changes and potential self enrichment. He notes journalists should dig deeper behind closed doors and cites Occupy Santa Fe as demanding open government but not pursuing behind the scenes actions. The proposal aims to quantify wealth impacts of political power and compare individuals who win, lose, or become power brokers.
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Isleta Pueblo and New Mexico Statehood Talk
Stephanie Zuni presents The Effect of New Mexico Statehood on Isleta Pueblo at the Albuquerque Museum on March 11 at 2 p.m. The free program, co sponsored by local historical societies, covers how statehood in 1912 affected Isleta Pueblo including education religion and family life.
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Senate ballot reshapes as Sanchez exits race dynamics shift
The U S Senate primary tightens after Lt Governor John Sanchez withdraws leaving Heather Wilson as front runner with about 1.2 million in her campaign, Greg Sewards and Bill English still in, while Sewards contends as the true conservative aiming at Tea Party voters. In the 1st District Democrat Marty Sanchez wins Bill Clinton endorsement. Eric Griego attracts environmental support. Lujan Grisham leads fundraising with Emily's List and Women's Caucus backing. In the 3rd, incumbent Ben Ray Lujan faces former rival Harry Montoya.
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Voter ID debates and local campaign notices in Rio Rancho
Letters discuss voter ID Proposition 34, campaign outreach by Mark Scott and Alicia Williams, and a city sign ordinance controversy involving Councilor Mike Williams. The pieces reference voter fraud concerns, ID access, and elections on March 6, plus a local incident at City Hall with a political trailer sign. Dawnn Robinson reports on community discourse and actions.
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