Governor Johnson’s veto power sparks constitutional battles
The piece argues Gov. Gary Johnson wields vetoes freely, prompting special sessions and high costs. It stresses the constitutional need for checks and balances, noting past clashes with courts over acting without legislative approval and urging governance within legislative budgeting constraints.
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New Mexico Military Institute to admit women cadets this year
25 years ago officials expect steady philanthropic support as women join the traditionally all male Corps of Cadets. Female cadets will enroll for the first time later in the year. Also, Goddard Rockets split a doubleheader with Alamogordo in Alamogordo, winning 5-2 then losing 5-2. City manager Isaac Pino says Main Deming traffic signal will move after St Peters School closure.
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Surprises lurk in filings for statewide NM offices
New Mexico filing day brings unexpected candidates to race scenes across parties. Gloria Tristani attracts two rivals in the U S Senate contest while Republicans grow fields for the House, land, and other offices. Several incumbents and hopefuls File week shows shifts after redistricting and party changes.
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Iran-Contra figures land prominent posts in Bush White House
In the 1980s Iran-Contra scandal rocked the Reagan era. Now several alumni hold key roles in the Bush administration. John Poindexter heads a new Pentagon counterterrorism office after earlier convictions were overturned. Elliott Abrams serves as special White House assistant for democracy and human rights. Otto Reich, leading Latin America strategy at State, urged a quick democratic transition in Cuba.
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Bushes move to create two new law schools signals shift on affirmative action
Florida Governor Jeb Bush announces two new law schools aimed at blacks and Hispanics then moves to cut minority scholarships, arguing for colorblind admissions and a broader fix to inequalities. He says the plan, part of One Florida, replaces ethnicity based aid with broader access while expanding minority representation in law schools.
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