Republicans Look to Rubio as 2016 Hope for Hispanics
A Santa Fe column surveys nascent 2016 dynamics with Marco Rubio seen as GOP savior for Hispanic voters while Hillary Clinton gathers early frontrunner momentum. It notes generational shifts shaping parties and NM legislative leadership changes, plus internal GOP rifts linked to endorsements and strategy.
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Editorial argues for careful fiscal policy and filibuster reform
The editorial discusses the fiscal cliff and the need for prudent budget priorities to avoid harming a fragile recovery. It cites unemployment gaps and CBO warnings, and criticizes the Senate filibuster and Reid's nuclear option while noting partisan flip sides and historical context.
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States use Obamacare jiujitsu to choke federal program
Conservatives plan to apply state level pressure to impede funding and implementation of Obamacare, leveraging the idea of turning opponents' weight to their advantage. The recent Supreme Court action requiring a lower court to hear a related lawsuit is noted as part of the broader strategy.
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Obamacare disputes across faith groups and states ignite debate
Doonesbury At Liberty University cites religious freedom clashes with Obamacare mandates on insurance and abortion services. Federal courts block Obama administration health intrusions into O'Brien Industrial Holdings, Tyndale, and Hobby Lobby. More than half the states sue over Obamacare while Christie rejects New Jersey’s state exchange. Avik Roy argues Medicaid expansion and exchanges lack state flexibility amid fiscal risks.
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Roswell Students Earn All-District Band Honors
Roswell Independent School District band students traveled to Clovis for All-District Band auditions at Yucca Junior High. Outstanding players earned a two day clinic in Carlsbad on December 14 and 15. Named to the high school band were Roswell High School members Jeannine Homer Renee Matchia Carl Anderson Brad Garcia and Goddard High players Kristi Connell Melissa Doerhoffer Elisa Kisselburg.
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Kristi Connell
Melissa Doerhoffer
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