New Mexico House to elect new speaker as Democrats unite
As the House prepares to vote, Ken Martinez of Grants is favored to become speaker succeeding the late Ben Lujan. The Legislative Council praised outgoing speaker Jennings for bipartisanship while stressing money in politics as a key issue. Martinez has faced resistance from Michael Sanchez in the Senate, yet senators expressed hope for party unity to push agendas forward.
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Grants
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Rising number of personal crisis reports among active troops
Pentagon figures obtained by the AP show 349 personal crisis reports among active-duty troops last year, up from 301 the year prior and above the 325 projection. The rise, the highest since 2001, prompts calls in Congress to step up prevention efforts.
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Obama
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Obama to unveil gun control roadmap after Newtown shooting
The president plans a comprehensive plan to curb gun violence based on Vice President Biden’s task force. It may include executive actions and new legislation, with the White House rushing to act before public attention shifts.
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California
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Congress
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Sandy Hook
Connecticut
Sandy Hook Promise
New York State
White House
Newtown
Joe Manchin
West Virginia
Roswell Kitchen Reaches Millionth Meal Milestone
Community Kitchen Inc reaches its millionth meal served to Joe Anthony Chaves, a longtime volunteer and former dishwasher. Knadle notes funding from federal grants shrinking annually while volunteers from 17 churches support operations, praising the program as essential to the community and nonjudgmental. Chaves also receives a $100 Walmart gift card for the milestone.
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Roswell
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Chaves
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Debt ceiling brinkmanship threatens U.S. economy
The White House and congressional Republicans clash over raising the debt ceiling. Treasury Secretary Geithner warns borrowing limits could be exhausted by mid February. Obama cites risks to troops, retirees, and markets if no deal is reached. Three deadlines loom: debt limit, March 1 spending cuts, and March 27 funding gaps.
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House
John Boehner
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Stalking Distress Highlighted In Personal Safety Guide
The article explains stalking as ongoing harassment that intrudes daily life and escalates over time. It emphasizes documenting incidents with photos, videos, and records and notes that temporary restraining orders offer limited protection until a court hearing.
Seller Motivations Hint at Quick Offer Window
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