Lessons from the campaign trail on governors races
In Colorado and New Mexico a mix of candidates tests voters as Democrat John Hickenlooper leads in Colorado while Susana Martinez and Diane Denish present contrasting styles. Tancredo’s third-party bid complicates Colorado race as voters weigh experience against bold promises amid a volatile campaign season. Martinez positions as bold reformer, Denish emphasizes plans and steady governance. The piece notes Hickenlooper’s authentic, regular-guy image and Denver track record of leaner city government. New Mexico’s debate frame features sharp exchanges between Martinez and Denish, with voters seeking nuance over sweeping vows.
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John Hickenlooper
Denver
Dan Maes
Tom Tancredo
Constitution Party
Mile High
Tancredo
Hickenlooper
Maes
New Mexico
Susana Martinez
Tman Smaerty
Martinez
Denish
Editorial Critique of Civilian Control and Gen Conway
The piece criticizes Gen James Conway for challenging Obama Afghan policy and suggests his remarks undermine civilian control. It notes Conway will retire next month, contrasts with Gen McChrystal’s earlier dismissal, and questions morale and public support amid a long war in Afghanistan.
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Rolling Stone
U.S
Barack Obama
Marine Corps
James T. Conway
Pentagon
Obama
Afghanistan
Gen. Conway
West Point
Conway
Stanley McChrystal
NATO
Roosevelt High School
St. Louis
Southeast Missouri State University
James F. Amos
Senate
Helmand
Hamid Karzai
America
Tinnitus and Loss of Taste Across Aging and Noise Exposure
Reader questions on tinnitus from loud noise exposure in farming equipment work and loss of taste with aging. Dr Gott notes tinnitus can arise from many causes and suggests seeing an otolaryngologist for testing and treatment options. wax removal and infection treatment are possible while specialists diagnose underlying issues. He also explains age related loss of taste and smell may have multiple causes including dental hygiene, diseases, smoking, allergies, sinus problems and medications.
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DR. Gott
OSHA
P.O
Wickliffe
Massacre near Tamaulipas highlights Latin American violence
A Tamaulipas ranch yielded 72 bodies after a deadly attack on immigrants from Ecuador, Brazil, El Salvador, and Honduras. A survivor, wounded in the neck, described an ambush by the Zetas drug cartel as bystanders watched a grim shootout and the discovery by marines at a checkpoint. Authorities seek the full motive and timing.
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World Health Organization
Jose Miguel Insulza
Organization of American States
Latin America
State of
Tamaulipas
Mexico
Navy
Ecuador
Brazil
el Salvador
Honduras
United States
Zetas
Miss New Mexico T.E.E.N. Pageant honors Licon
Melissa Licon of Albuquerque won Miss Congeniality and was a finalist in the Miss New Mexico T.E.E.N. Pageant held in Albuquerque. Shawna Mairot of Roswell was named first runner-up in Junior Miss New Mexico, sponsored by local businesses and individuals.
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Melissa Licon
Jesse Licon
Albuquerque
Pete Anaya
Roswell
Licon
Shawna Mairot
Danny Mairot
Mairot
Charles Frazi
George Richardson
Sears
Miller Waldrop Furniture
Papworth Furniture
Gibsons Pharmacy
Bob and
Ruth Williams
Johnnie and Fletcher Sidbury
Barbara Williams
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National Federation of Press Women
Eric Sondermann
New Mexico News Services
Sherry Robinson
Aut Sue Wrote
Editorial
Doonesbury
Mel
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United Media Syndicate
Insulza
Tamauli
Maria Elena Salinas