Don't dump INS job on locals
The piece argues against using local and state law enforcement to enforce immigration laws. It says INS is failing and needs reform, but shifting duties to local officers would raise costs, slow checks, require training, and risk eroding public trust. It warns of cooperation problems, potential profiling, and harm to crime reporting by undocumented residents.
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Immigration and Naturalization Service
INS
United States
Justice Department
U.S
Firefighters Respond To All 911 EMS And Fire Calls
The letter supports firefighters having EMT credentials and notes they respond to all 911 EMS and fire calls. It asserts firefighters are first on scene and emphasizes state EMT basics plus intermediates and paramedics. The writer urges recognizing their broad role in emergencies and praises their service to the city.
Lake Arthur High seniors make honor roll with strong GPA
Twenty five years ago in April 1977 every senior at Lake Arthur High School earned honor roll for the last nine weeks. The class average stood at 3.51 led by Jose Aguilar with 3.95. Neva Jean Claus a Roswell hypnotherapist received a Toastmasters district award for Television: The Abuse of a Great Medium and will enter regional speech contest later in the month. Artesia Mayor Ernest Thompson warned of a potential Artesia water shortage citing Farmington restrictions as an example and urging conservation.
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Lake Arthur High School
Jose Aguilar
Neva Jean Claus
Roswell
Claus
Artesia
Ernest Thompson
Thompson
Farmington
New Mexico Faces Record Wildfire Season Threats From Dry Conditions
Gov Gary Johnson warns of extreme fire danger as hundreds of fires burn across the state and acres torch daily. Experts urge homeowners to thin trees remove dead wood and plant fire resistant vegetation to reduce losses while communities limit water use and consider firescaping.
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Santa FE
New Mexico
Gary Johnson
Bush
Ruidoso
Fort Stanton
Parties court Hispanic voters in key House races
In near a dozen districts Hispanic voters could be decisive as a growing electorate shifts power. Bush aides push outreach while Democrats mobilize, aiming to swing Arizona New Mexico Nevada Texas and California seats. Turnout remains a concern as both parties tout strong Hispanic candidates and economic and education messages.
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Washington
Bush
Mexico
Bob Menendez
D-N.j
Antonio Gonzalez
William C. Velasquez Institute
San Antonio
Nita Lowey
New York
Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee
Arizona
New Mexico
Nevada
Texas
California
Linda Sanchez
GOP
Tom Davis
Virginia
National Republican Congressional Committee
Menendez
English only laws spark debates across states
A pattern of English only laws and rulings unfolds with Iowa making English the official language and Alaska and Oklahoma rulings shaping the landscape. Proponents argue unity and opportunity, while critics cite First Amendment and practical impact, noting many exceptions and ongoing multilingual realities.
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Oklahoma Supreme Court
Alaska
Iowa
Tom Vilsack
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