Citizens United shadows in New Mexico politics
The piece surveys how super PACs and independent nonprofits loosen campaign spending rules since Citizens United. It cites groups like Independent Source PAC targeting campaigns and governors, nonprofit civic groups pushing policy, and reactions from Republicans and Democrats. It notes a governor veto and calls for voter accountability amid the ongoing money flood.
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Heather Wilson
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Stapleton
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Center For Civic Policy
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Editorial Quick response critical for stroke
The Jacksonville Daily News urges rapid response to stroke and outlines prevention. It explains brain cell loss from blocked or burst vessels and lists risk factors including high blood pressure and lifestyle choices. Warning signs like sudden numbness, confusion, or speech difficulties are emphasized with FAST guidance. About 795000 yearly strokes with 140000 deaths are noted.
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Dear Doctor K and Reader: artificial sweeteners vs sugar
Dear Doctor K questions if artificial sweeteners are a good sugar substitute. The Reader notes sugar’s role in obesity and warns that processing sugar in foods without fiber or nutrients can spike blood sugar and insulin, raising risks for heart disease, diabetes, and liver damage. Doonesbury
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FDA approves five artificial sweeteners
The FDA approves acesulfame aspartame saccharin sucralose and neo tame as artificial sweeteners. The piece notes no proven cancer risk from artificial sweeteners but potential headaches and gas in some users. It cautions that long term use may promote weight gain by reducing taste satisfaction for healthier foods.
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Next generation tackles immigration policy through Barnard ties
Nancy Trujillo, in line to graduate from Barnard College, witnesses a protest by fellow graduate Paola Piers-Torres as Barack Obama speaks. The piece traces immigrant journeys from Puebla and Cuba to the United States, highlighting debates over deportation and legalization. Paola’s mother Nena Torres criticized Obama’s immigration record while citing past administrations as models for legalization. The narrative underscores long, perilous crossings and the enduring quest for citizenship.
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Barnard College
All-Women’s College
New York City
Barack Obama
Nancy
Puebla
Mexico
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Paola Piers-Torres
Paola
Chicago
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Roswell High Student Rosa Leyva Named April Student of the Month
Rosa Leyva 18 a Roswell High senior and daughter of Brigida and Brigido Leyva earned RISD Office Education Student of the Month for April 1987 for her work at the law firm Hinkle Cox Eaton Coffield Hensley. Supervisor Gracie Romero praised her as a good, friendly employee who helps with reports and office tasks.
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Roswell High School
Risd Office
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Gracie Romero
Leyva
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