Transparency wars deepen in New Mexico governor clash
Governor Susana Martinez faces scrutiny over using a legislative agency to dig up dirt on opponents while clashing with the Legislative Finance Committee and Education Study Committee. Critics cite records battles, executive privilege claims, and calls for Sunshine Law enforcement amid ongoing transparency debates.
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Albuquerque Journal
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Bill Richardson
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New Mexico Foundation For Open Government
Santa Fe New Mexican
Alamogordo Daily News
Santa Fe
Patricia Lundstrom
D-Gallup
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Lundstrom
Equal Pay Day Debate Misreads the Gender Gap
The piece argues that the wage gap reflects choices and industry differences rather than discrimination noting similar unemployment rates for men and women, high female college enrollment, and strong voting participation. It criticizes the Paycheck Fairness Act as expanding liability and urges lawmakers to focus on broader economic issues.
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Hypocrisy as campaign finance reform fallback
Mark Shields argues that Republicans once pushed for full and immediate disclosure of campaign contributions and spending, citing party platforms and editorial stances. He notes a switch to secrecy favoring donors and highlights instances like the Koch brothers and George Soros, urging voters to know who funds whom.
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Mitch McConnell
Supreme Court
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George Soros
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Talk to your kids about cyberbullying early
Parents should start conversations as soon as children use the Internet or a cell phone. Watch for behavior changes and ask questions. If cyberbullying occurs, report it to the school or police when necessary and discuss not becoming a cyberbully.
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