Session a nasty tone shapes New Mexico session outlook
Political writer Steve Terrell notes the 2016 legislative session will be shorter and finance focused with little push for broad reforms. The piece highlights the tax crusade by Rep Jason Harper and Sen Bill Sharer and discusses public money fueling private startup funds and notable research at Sandia and Los Alamos labs.
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New Mexico Budget Debate Begins With $6.5 Billion Plan
The Legislature opens a 30 day session amid oil price declines. The Legislative Finance Committee outlines a preliminary 6.5 billion budget aligned with Gov Susana Martinez priorities, projecting education funding and Medicaid support while tightening expenditures.
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Indira Gandhi Named Prime Minister in 1966 Election
On January 19 1966 Indira Gandhi was chosen as prime minister by the National Congress party. She led India from 1966 to 1977 and again from 1980 until her assassination in 1984. The date also marks other historical events including Robert E. Lee's birth in 1807 Giuseppe Verdi's Il Trovatore premiere in 1853 Georgia's secession in 1861 and Japan's invasion of Burma in 1942.
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Science sparks tech innovation from basic knowledge
History shows Edison fell short without science while Tesla pursued unknown problems as a scientist. Israel’s startup formats illustrate separating innovation from commercialization. Basic physics chemistry and electromagnetism underlie modern instruments and devices including the cell phone.
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Breath focus can ease stress through diaphragmatic breathing
Dr Komaroff outlines breath focus as a simple relaxation technique that triggers the relaxation response. By practicing diaphragmatic breathing and a calm focus phrase for 10 to 20 minute sessions, stress effects may lessen and blood pressure may stabilize.
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