Rio Rancho Not a Rathole Says Local Letter to the Editor
A Rio Rancho resident denounces KOOL 102 DJ slur calling the city a rathole. The writer defends Rio Rancho’s 50,000 residents, criticizes ignorance about Intel and water use, and urges readers to boycott the station and inform advertisers.
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Rio Ratcole
New Mexico
Los Lunas
Belen
Espanola
Intel
Rio Grande
Albuquerque
Sandoval County
Gov. King
Minimum wage rise backed by Nobel economists
An 101 economists including Nobel laureates argue a higher minimum wage improves lives for the lowest earners with little job loss. President Clinton seeks $5.15 per hour by two-step hikes over two years, while Republicans block Congress action. Critics cite a Heritage study predicting job losses, but Institute and Policy Center analyses find negligible effects. A full-time worker would still earn about $10,712 annually at $5.15.
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Washington
Bill Clinton
Congress
Heritage Foundation
Clinton
Economic Policy Institute
Center On Budget and Policy Priorities
Kenneth J. Arrow
Lawrence R. Klein
James Tobin
EEOC targets Hooters hiring policies in gender balance push
The EEOC moves to compel Hooters to hire men alongside women, arguing for equal opportunity. Critics argue the plan erodes gender norms and could set wider precedents for "Ladies Nights" and similar promotions. Supporters say it addresses legitimate discrimination backlogs and workplace equity.
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Hooters
Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
EEOC
Readers Write on Tax Revolt and City Greed in Rio Rancho
A letter writer argues rising property taxes in Rio Rancho push middle class toward possible tax revolt, recalling California’s Prop 13, urging restraint on growth and housing costs. A second reader laments unchecked development, condo expansion, and loss of greenery near the golf course, blaming three councilors and the mayor for approving apartments.
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Servant of the People
California
New Mexico
Rio Rancho
Vista Hills
Sandoval County
Country Club Drive
Action Bene Action Bene Observer line survey tips
The Observer Course collects responses via the Action Line number 343-2175 with options to record a comment or an additional issue. Callers may remain anonymous and messages may be edited for space. Comments recorded last week will appear in next week's edition.
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Rio Rancho Voices On Shopping Crime And Politics
Readers debate Rio Rancho shopping options police presence and local politics. They criticize Albuquerque’s arts center denial and AMREP projects while noting crime comparisons and busier streets. A survey asks if the US should send troops to Bosnia.
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Rio Rancho
Albuquerque
Arts
United States
Bosnia
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