Jobs Council narrows focus to economy not politics
The Jobs Council led by House Speaker Ken Martinez and Senate President Pro Tem Mary Kay Papen advances an economic roadmap aiming to add 160,000 base jobs by 2023. Mark Lautman notes bipartisan work and data driven planning, while concerns about tax costs and municipal funding persist amid an election year.
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New Mexico Bloggers Clash With Lawmakers Over Confirmations
Political blogger Joe Monahan accuses Democrats including Sen. Michael Sanchez and Sen. John Arthur Smith of obstructions while Sanchez rebukes him on the Senate floor. The piece also targets Linda Lopez for delaying confirmations for Martinez appointees with 133 awaiting review.
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Letter Contends Heaven Is Not Earned By Works
Russell A. Scott of Roswell NM argues from scripture that eternal life is a gift of grace not earned by deeds. He cites Hebrews Romans Ephesians and Revelation to support salvation by confession and faith, and rejects modern notions that there is no absolute truth or sin.
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Pearce scrutiny over memoir on wife submission in Bible
A Washington Post excerpt from Steve Pearce’s memoir triggers debate on gender roles in his New Mexico district. Pearce says wife submission is voluntary and not inferior, while opponent Rocky Lara blasts it as offensive rhetoric and cites his voting record. The Post notes Democrats’ broader gender gap strategy, and Pearce’s spokesman accuses the piece of sloppy journalism and mischaracterization.
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