Predictions for 2012 run long in Santa Fe column
The column reviews 2012 forecasts on Gov. Susana Martinez and national races. It notes her immigration stance, film industry ties, spaceport doubts, and rising popularity around 60 percent. It backs past winners in June primaries and forecasts a continued cautious governorship with no major bold moves.
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Susana Martinez
Martinez
Bruce King
New Mexico
Bill Richardson
Gary Johnson
Jerry Apodaca
Dave Cargo
Jack Campbell
Ed Mechem
Sweet Susana
Mitt Romney
Heather Wilson
Martin Heinrich
Steve Pearce
Ben Ray Lujan
Albuquerque
R.J. Berry
Editorial on GM bailout losses and taxpayer impact
The editorial argues the 2009 federal GM bailout will likely cost taxpayers about 12.5 billion if the remaining 300 million shares are sold at 27.50 each. It challenges claims of saving 1 million jobs and criticizes the bailout as prolonging a weak firm rather than forcing a bankruptcy. It questions UAW concessions and notes banks and AIG profited after relief episodes.
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George W. Bush
Barack Obama
United Auto Workers
Stephen Rattner
Obama
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American Insurance Group
Hagel as Defense Secretary Candidate Faces GOP Backlash
The article discusses former Nebraska Senator Chuck Hagel as a potential Obama pick to replace Leon Panetta. It notes Hagel's Vietnam service and Senate tenure, his pragmatic moderation, and past endorsements. Republican critics fear his foreign policy views and pro Israel remarks, while Hagel’s supporters cite trust in fiscal restraint.
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Four reasons reducing charitable deductions hurts America
The piece argues reducing charity deductions is a poor fix amid a weak economy. It cites small potential revenue gains versus mounting deficits from Obamacare and rising debts, noting White House estimates and expert quotes that scaling back deductions won’t solve fiscal problems.
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America
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Wrist replacement: myth or medical reality
Doctors perform wrist arthroplasty to replace damaged wrist joints with artificial components. The procedure, though challenging due to hand anatomy, can improve motion and stability and may be done as inpatient or outpatient with regional or general anesthesia.
Airman Karl Schneider Arrives for Duty at Brooks AFB
Airman Karl C. Schneider arrives for duty with the 6906th Electronic Security Squadron at Brooks Air Force Base. He is a ground communications specialist and a 1985 graduate of New Mexico State University in Las Cruces.
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Karl C. Schneider
Ione R. Schneider
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Electronic Security
Brooks Air Force Base
Schneider
New Mexico State University
Las Cruces
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