Democrats edge toward health bill amid GOP fire and religious split
Rep. Dennis Kucinich becomes the first Democrat to back the Senate health bill after opposing an earlier version. Republicans label the measure a government takeover funded by taxes and Medicare cuts. A White House push, Pelosi strategy, and a Catholic bishops division over abortion complicate prospects as lawmakers weigh the fix it approach and potential subsidies.
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Teague Faces Health Care Vote Pressure in New Mexico
The sole New Mexico representative opposed the initial health care bill. Organizing for America gathered supporters at Teague’s district offices to show backing and remember those harmed by lacking care. The U.S. Chamber of Commerce airs ads urging a no vote, while opponent Steve Pearce presses for a public stance.
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New Mexico weighs national water designation for headwater streams
The Water and Wastewater Division head Marcy Leavitt says a Sept 14 hearing will review a petition to designate 1450 miles of rivers and streams 29 lakes and about 6000 acres of wetlands as Outstanding National Resource Waters. Critics say the move lacks science and study of economic impact, especially for ranchers.
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Turner campaigns on positives despite Denish critique
Turner says he will keep a positive campaign. He notes his pledge to avoid negativity while criticizing Lt. Gov. Diane Denish and her seven years in office in a new television ad. He accuses her of political opportunism for calling ethics reforms and education changes only during this campaign.
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