Obama gathers a strong, trusted leadership team
The piece praises Obama’s cabinet choices led by Timothy Geithner as treasury secretary and Hillary Clinton as secretary of state with Robert Gates as defense secretary and James L. Jones as national security adviser. It notes broad confidence from corporations, Wall Street, and Americans and discusses India's Mumbai attacks as a test of resolve.
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Bailout Letters Question Dividends and Bonuses
Margaret Stevens of Roswell writes after congressional hearings with bailout fund recipients. She questions why institutions need the bailout if they can pay dividends and bonuses from their own funds, hoping lawmakers would press the issue.
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Seven NMMI cadets win Commandant's Commendation
On December 6 1983 Lt Col A D Brownfield III commended seven New Mexico Military Institute cadets for directing traffic aiding crash victims and getting an injured person to hospital after a traffic accident at 19th and Main. Cadets named Dryden K Boyce Travis L Crawford Richard B Gustafson Robert C Hodges Myron C LaBarr Paul T Parkes and Stephen J Petruno.
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Robert C. Hodges
Privacy and Open Government in New Mexico Debates
In a personal essay Ned Cantwell argues for government transparency while acknowledging privacy concerns in hiring at New Mexico State University. He recalls prior disputes over disclosing finalists names, praises the state’s public records law, and questions possible end runs around the statute amid NMSU’s presidential search cancellation.
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Pakistan pledges against terrorism after Rice visit
Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice pressed Pakistan for a public pledge to crack down on terrorists using the country as a base. She met army chief and civilian leaders, saying Islamabad shows focus on the threat but uncertain if it can deliver. Rice warned rogue groups could strike Pakistan next, as six Americans died in Mumbai attacks and U.S. seeks broader intelligence sharing and concrete action to dismantle terror networks. President Zardari pledged cooperation and called the attacks an opportunity to strengthen anti terrorism efforts.
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Obama’s early presidency signals steady, practical leadership
Barack Obama shows self confidence without arrogance, surrounds himself with experienced advisers, invites diverse views, and aims for careful Iraq exit while energizing Afghanistan and Pakistan policy. He emphasizes pragmatism, learning, and avoiding groupthink, with a focus on stabilizing security and broad governance.
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