New Mexico Legislature Faces New Leaders and Old Conflicts
As 2013 begins in Santa Fe observers see 30 new lawmakers, new House and Senate leadership, and a governor known for campaigning on unity. Tensions rise over driver’s licenses for undocumented workers and third grade retention, with Medicaid expansion and budget issues likely to shape the session.
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Hagel Seen as Steady Choice for Pentagon Chief
The Obama administration nominates Chuck Hagel 66 to head the Pentagon, aiming to make the first Vietnam veteran and former enlisted man to run DoD. He favors restraint on weapons spending, draws down Afghanistan, and supports Israel while wary of Israel Iran diplomacy. Senate hearings will test his views on gay rights and troop welfare.
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Control vs gun laws a failed moral argument
The piece argues that laws cannot deter determined criminals and likens gun restrictions to eroding liberty. It cites Newtown, Obama’s gun task force led by Biden, and controversial quotes from Feinstein and Obama, framing efforts as political theater and questioning morality.
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Joe Biden
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Doonesbury Doctor Sleep Advice for Kids
Harvard Medical School pediatric sleep specialists recommend removing sleep obstacles to help an 8 year old fall asleep. Limit caffeine eight hours before bed, reduce bright light, keep the room dark quiet and comfy, avoid loud music, and prefer low intensity reading light and minimal night light use.
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Roswell High School Grad Earns Air Assault Badge
Staff Sgt. Paul M. Charo son of Paul C Dozier and stepson of James H Dozier of Roswell earned the Air Assault Badge on graduating from the U S Army Air Assault School at Fort Campbell He trained to quickly and safely exit helicopters in difficult conditions including treetop descents and rescuing wounded soldiers Charo is a 1975 Roswell High School graduate
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