Father's Day and the fight over child support enforcement
The editorial argues for stronger child support enforcement amid high caseloads and understaffing at New Mexico's division. It cites delays, a $50 initial fee, and low court-ordered payment rates, urging reforms and accountability for parents and officials alike.
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Jerry Paskiewicz
Richard Tharinger
Jay Tharinger
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Albuquerqué
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Ben Silva
Human Services
Alex Valdez
Sandoval
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Valencia
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In My Father's Footsteps Dear Dad Father’s Day Letter
A son writes to his father reflecting on shared values and career parallels in journalism. He honors his dad’s career at the Milwaukee Journal and Denver Post, recalls the toll of long hours and modest pay, and notes a growing mutual pride in following in his father’s footsteps.
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Father to Son Letter Chronicles Shared Trials and Golf
A sentimental note from Jay to his father shares rescue memories, Pavlovian dog antics with Marvin, and playful self deprecation about balding. It recalls guiding his son Alex toward sportswriting, cherishing golf lessons, and a warm Father’s Day greeting to both parents.
Readers Question Impact Of Property Value Legislation
The letter asks how a proposed ordinance could set property values and affect taxes, noting concerns about manufactured homes versus stick built homes, roof types, and potential widespread value changes. It questions democracy, fairness, and how new construction should relate in value to existing homes.
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Rose Padilla
Jasuica
Would this make everyone happy Or is there a deeper issue
A reader named Kevin S Haney asks if current measures truly satisfy all or if the real problem lies deeper. He questions housing appearance causing segregation and urges City Hall to take clear action to steer the city forward.
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Kevin S, Haney
Clinton picks Greenspan Rubin praised as good choices
The editorial criticizes crediting the Clinton administration for the current economy, arguing that retaining Alan Greenspan as Fed Chairman and appointing Robert Rubin to the Treasury were only partly factual. It asserts the administration should have more credit for these choices.
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Action Line readers comment on issues and concerns
The Observer's Action Line publishes reader opinions on topics from public safety and utilities to growth and housing. Highlights include warnings about a duck rescue publicity, criticism of a cable company, civic fears about local governance, housing and population growth debates, attitudes toward manufactured homes, and gasoline price questions.
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