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Letter To The Editor: Response To ‘First Use Your Head, Then Use Your Heart’

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By DENNIS LITTLE
Los Alamos
 
This message is in response to the Letter to the Editor by Jacob Hollis (letter). I think this may be the first time I’ve ever responded to a Letter to the Editor.

You’ve managed to express your opinion with regards to Syrian Refugees and what to do about this, but it’s very clear you’re not thinking the ENTIRE issue through very well. 

 
Here are a few things to consider:
 
  • What about people from other countries like Cuba? Do we stop them, too?
  • What about those with a tourist visa?
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‘Noche de Inspiracion!’ Dec. 12-13

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Kierra Holmes and Chuscales. Courtesy/Insight Foto
 
MAE News:
 
Moving Arts Española will present two performances of ‘Noche de Inspiracion!’
 
This inspirational student showcase is set for 4-6 p.m., Saturday Dec. 12 and 2-4 p.m. Sunday Dec. 13. Tickets are $6 for adults and students.
 
The performances will feature 75 young dancers, singers and actors, presented in the new Moving Arts Performance Center at 368 Eagle Dr. on the Ohkay Owingeh Pueblo (northeast of Española on N.M. 68/291).
 
This multi-arts winter production
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Community Assets Award Nominations Underway

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LAMS teacher Rita Sanchez and LAHS teacher Judy Nekimken were just two of more than 40 people recognized at the 2014 Asset Awards. Photo by Chad Lauritzen
 
COMMUNITY News:
 
Assets In Action, Champions of Youth Ambitions (C’YA) and the Los Alamos Commerce and Development Corporation have opened their nomination process for the annual Community Assets Awards.
 
The Community Assets Awards recognizes all ages for good work done in our community, the nation or the world. The ceremony also takes time to recognize clubs, organizations and businesses
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Karen Wray Fine Art Christmas Show Dec. 3-5

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ART News:
 
For the first time in more than two years, Karen Wray Fine Art is hosting a very special, three-day only Christmas Art Show this Thursday, Friday and Saturday, Dec. 3-5, at Karen Wray Fine Art Studios, 166 East Gate Dr. in Los Alamos.
 
Don’t miss this opportunity to get original watercolor paintings by well-known Los Alamos artist, Secundino Sandoval, or choose from a wide selection of paintings from Karen E. Wray, Allen Brown, Janice Parker Muir, Ruth Tatter, Sheridan Brown, Kate O’Donnell, Margaret McIntyre, Reva Heron, Jean
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IRS Provides Tax Information On Gifting To Charity

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IRS News:
 
PHOENIX ― The Internal Revenue Service today reminded individuals and businesses making year-end gifts to charity that several important tax law provisions have taken effect in recent years.
 
Some of the changes taxpayers should keep in mind include:
 
Rules for Charitable Contributions of Clothing and Household Items
 
Household items include furniture, furnishings, electronics, appliances and linens. Clothing and household items donated to charity generally must be in good used condition or better to be tax-deductible.
 
A clothing
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Go Shopping, Hit The Spa, Take A Nap … Leave The Kiddos To Us Dec. 12

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COMMUNITY News:
 
Drop your kiddos (ages 3-12) off at La Vista Church, 15 Grand Canyon Dr., in White Rock, for movies, snacks, pizza, games, and a whole lot of fun!
 
Meantime, go shopping, hit the spa, take a nap, or whatever you please.
 
The cost is $40 per child for five hours of worry free child care. Reserve your FIVE HOUR spot TODAY as they are limited and filling up! Time slots are 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., or 4 to 9 p.m., Saturday Dec. 12.
 
To reserve your slot, email your contact information, names and ages of children, and preferred slot to: lavistanaz@lavistanaz.org
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USDHS: Key Facts About Effects Of Real ID Act

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USDHS News:
 
In response to the Nov. 18 editorial in the Journal (“NM law means you need passport, terrorists don’t”) the Department of Homeland Security would like to highlight the key facts about the Real ID Act.
 
While New Mexico is not yet in compliance with the Real ID Act, here are facts New Mexicans should know:
  • The Real ID Act, passed by Congress in 2005, enacted the 9/11 Commission’s recommendation that the federal government “set standards for the issuance of sources of identification, such as driver’s licenses.” The act established minimum security standards for driver’s
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SFCC Holiday Arts And Crafts Fair Dec. 5

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SFCC News:
 
SANTA FE ― Santa Fe Community College will host the 26th annual Holiday Arts and Crafts Fair from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 5  in the college’s Main Hallway and Campus Center, 6401 Richards Ave.
 
The event is free and there is plenty of free parking. The popular community event features about 100 artists, who sell items ranging from fine art to regional handcrafted goods.
 
The Holiday Arts and Crafts Fair gives students and local artists an opportunity to sell their work directly to the public. Area residents enjoy the festive
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Letter To The Editor: First Use Your Head, Then Heart

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By JACOB HOLLIS
Los Alamos
 
With stories of toddlers washed up on beaches, and abductions of children, it is easy to see why the Syrian Refugee Crisis is an emotionally charged issue.
 
However, as Albert Camus once said, “Good intentions may do as much harm as malevolence if they lack understanding.” And with the media blowing everything out of proportion, it is difficult to be informed.
 
However, I do believe that just the risk of one refugee being a terrorist is enough to outweigh any potential gain. The fact is we do not know if any of the refugees are dangerous, but we do know that
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Franklin Graham Prayer Rally Coming To Santa Fe

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BGEA News:
 
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Evangelist Franklin Graham and the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association (BGEA) will conduct prayer rallies in all 50 states next year, including Santa Fe March 16, 2016. 
 
“As America’s attention turns to an election year, I do not believe Republicans or Democrats or any other party can turn this nation around—only God can,” Graham said, president of the BGEA. “God hears the prayers of his people, so we’ll be calling on Christians in every state to pray fervently and faithfully for America.”
 
  • WHAT: Called 
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