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Head2Head: Common Ground – Or Not

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on October 11, 2018

By BONNIE J. GORDON

Los Alamos Daily Post

bjgordon@ladailypost.com

The questions I ask first when strategizing about anything are:

What outcome do I want to achieve?
How will I get there?
What are the advantages and/or the downsides of this plan of action?

These questions also work for clarifying what separates you and the person you’re talking with on a policy issue.

Suppose the person you’re talking with is from the opposite political party and they say access to quality health care is the most important issue to them. Since that’s really important to you, too, there’s some common ground to work Read More

Pajarito Conservation Alliance Interviews Randall Ryti

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on October 11, 2018

Los Alamos County Council candidate Randall Ryti. Courtesy photo

PCA News:

Pajarito Conservation Alliance interview of Randall Ryti (D), candidate for Los Alamos County Council:

PCA: What do you believe makes Los Alamos County special?

Ryti: I think what makes the county special is really the natural environment. It’s a pretty unique area where we have quite a diversity. That’s what I like about, even at the Nature Center, they emphasize the vertical mile that we have within the county.

There aren’t a lot of other places where you have that with the vast caldera

Justice Department Awards $13 Million To Help Jurisdictions Register And Track Sex Offenders

Submitted by Chris Clark on October 11, 2018

DOJ News:

WASHINGTON, D.C ― The Office of Justice Programs’ Office of Sex Offender Sentencing, Monitoring, Apprehending, Registering and Tracking (SMART) today announced awards of approximately $13 million to improve the registration and tracking of sex offenders. The grants are being awarded to states, U.S. territories and tribal communities.

“These grants give jurisdictions across the country the resources they need to build a viable sex offender registration and notification infrastructure, and protect their citizens from dangerous predators,” said Principal

New Mexico House Republican Leader Nate Gentry On Death Of State Rep. Larry Larrañaga

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on October 10, 2018

State Rep. Larry Larrañaga

STATE News:

ALBUQUERQUE—Longtime State Rep. Larry Larrañaga (R-Albuquerque) passed away Tuesday night in his Albuquerque home.

Rep. Larrañaga had served his Northeastern Albuquerque district for nearly 24 years.

House Republican Leader Nate Gentry (R-Albuquerque) released the following statement on Rep. Larrañaga’s passing:

“Larry Larrañaga was the dean of the House Appropriations and Finance Committee. His quiet Read More

Roberts: Public Transit Increases Independence, Access To Community

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on October 10, 2018

By DORIS ROBERTS

Executive Director

All Individuals First

As a caretaker for individuals with developmental disabilities and the executive director of All Individuals First, I see firsthand how public transit not only improves the quality of life, but also creates opportunities for empowerment, independence and joy.

Public transit for people with no other means of transportation gives them the same options as everyone—shopping, volunteering, going to the post office, going to work, or taking a fun outing – without relying on someone else to get them there.

All Individuals First works Read More

New Native American Voter Guide Released As Voting Begins For 2018 General Election

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on October 10, 2018

Secretary of State Maggie Toulouse Oliver

STATE News:

SANTA FE ― Secretary of State Maggie Toulouse Oliver is proud to announce today’s release of the first-of-its-kind Native American Voter Guide as voter registration for the 2018 general election closes and absentee voting begins.

“These guides will provide greater access to election information to our tribal communities, which leads to more participation in the democratic process among Native Americans,” Sec. Toulouse Oliver said. “The Native American Voting Taskforce has identified ways to increase participation

League Recommends Independent Ethics Commission

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on October 9, 2018

By BARBARA CALEF, Co-President

LWV Los Alamos

The League of Women Voters of Los Alamos recommends a YES vote on Constitutional Amendment 2, which will create an Independent Ethics Commission that will educate officials about standards of conduct and hold them accountable if they fail to maintain those standards.

All New Mexicans pay a price for politicians who break the rules. New Mexicans deserve a fair, transparent process for handling ethics complaints.

Beginning today, Oct. 9, you may cast your ballot in the Council Chambers at the Municipal Building, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Read More

Letter To The Editor: Let’s Send Experienced Christine Chandler To Santa Fe

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on October 9, 2018

By JOANN JOHNSON

Former Republican County Chair (9 years)

Putting personalities aside, Christine Chandler is the candidate to send to the State Legislature.

Yes, Dr. Shin is someone new but she lacks experience.

Christine Chandler is serving for a second time on the Los Alamos County Council. This time as vice Chair. She has also worked at the legislature.

Let’s send experienced Christine Chandler to Santa Fe.

Letter To The Editor: Endorsement For David Izraelevitz

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on October 9, 2018

By CHERYL AND MORRIE PONGRATZ

Los Alamos

We urge the Los Alamos County voters to vote for our friend, David Izraelevitz, for County Council. David and his wife, Terry, have lived in Los Alamos for 23 years.

David has served our county well during his seven years on the County Council. As council chair David has promoted transparency and communication with his media reports. David is a LANL Retiree. The members of the New Mexico Municipal League demonstrated their respect for and confidence in David by voting him in as the President-Elect of the League. We especially appreciate David’s

Letter To The Editor: We Need Randall Ryti’s Calm, Level-headed Reasoning And Approach To Decision-making On Council

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on October 9, 2018

By JANE LIN

Los Alamos

I encourage Los Alamos residents to vote for Randall Ryti for County Councilor. Randy has the stamina, drive, and sense of service required of councilors. Already he has been attending open council meetings to familiarize himself with current issues and how the council works.

As one of the early board members of PEEC, he knows it takes dedication, creative thinking, and working with others to make things happen. His experience as a parent, small business owner, and member/leader with a variety of organizations (basketball, transportation, science fair, nature) gives

Candidates For Sheriff Square Off At League Forum

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on October 9, 2018

Republican James Whitehead takes his turn at the podium while the other candidates for Los Alamos County Sheriff, from left, Democrat Joseph F. Granville, Libertarian Christopher B. Luchini, and Independent Greg White listen during the LWV Forum Oct. 3 at UNM-LA. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com

By BONNIE J. GORDON

Los Alamos Daily Post

bjgordon@ladailypost.com

Los Alamos County Sheriff candidates Democrat Joseph F. Granville, Libertarian Christopher B. Luchini, Republican James William Whitehead and Independent Greg White shared their qualifications and ideas Read More

County Judicial Candidates Share Background and Philosophy With Citizens at LWV Forum

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on October 9, 2018

Candidates for Magistrate Judge, James Rickman and Pat Casados, take their turns at the podium during the LWV Forum Oct. 3 at UNM-LA. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com

Municipal Judge Candidates Alan Kirk and Elizabeth Allen make their case to voters. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com

By BONNIE J. GORDON

ladailypost.com

bjgordon@ladailypost.com

Two sets of judicial candidates appeared before voters at the League of Women Voters Candidate Forum Oct. 3 at UNM-Los Alamos.

Incumbent Democrat Pat. A. Casados and Libertarian James E. Rickman are running for Read More

House Dist. 43 Candidates Share Their Backgrounds And Ideas At Recent League Of Women Voter Forum

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on October 8, 2018

Democratic candidate for House Dist. 43 Christine Chandler, left, speaks to the audience as Republican candidate Lisa Shin prepares for her turn Wednesday evening at the League of Women Voters Candidate Forum at UNM-Los Alamos. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com

An overflow crowd turned out for the League Forum and listened to candidates for House Dist. 43, sheriff and Magistrate and Municipal judge share their views. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com

By BONNIE J. GORDON

Los Alamos Daily Post

bjgordon@ladailypost.com

Democrat Christine Chandler Read More

GOP Women Host Monthly Meeting Thursday

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on October 8, 2018

LAFRW News:

The Los Alamos Federated Republican Women (LAFRW) will hold its monthly meeting at 6 p.m. Thursday at the RPLA Headquarters at 1650 Trinity Dr., Suite 102.

All registered Republican Women are invited to attend.

For information, contact Dawn Voss at 505.551.2680.

Pajarito Conservation Alliance Interviews Helen Milenski

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on October 8, 2018

Helen Milenski

PCA News:

Pajarito Conservation Alliance interview of Helen Milenski (L), candidate for Los Alamos County Council:

PCA: What do you believe makes Los Alamos County special?

Milenski: We were a manufactured community to begin with. Our history goes back to a specific point more recent than a lot of towns that you might find of the same size or the same feel.

If you go to the Midwest or the East Coast, they have roots that go way back. Ours go back to about the ’40s. You can trickle a little bit back into the boys’ ranch, and then the Native American history

Burke: Vote NO On ‘Re-authorization’

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on October 7, 2018

By BRADY BURKE

Republican Candidate

Los Alamos County Council

I recently read Council Chair, David Izraelevitz’, support of the re-authorization for the NCRTD tax. It was a lovely piece that described the benefits of the service and potential risks associated with not supporting the re-authorization of the GRT tax for those services.

Like all the other proponents of the measure, his focus is on the bus service and not the ballot, itself.

Here are some items missing from the article but require consideration:

The use of the term ‘re-authorization’ just confuses

Pajarito Conservation Alliance Interviews James Robinson

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on October 7, 2018

James Robinson/Courtesy photo

PCA News:

Pajarito Conservation Alliance interview of James Robinson (D), candidate for Los Alamos County Council:

PCA: What do you believe makes Los Alamos County special?

Robinson: It’s our mix of nature and science, education, and just a small town feel. Even though we are bigger than what some might call a small town, we still are a very community-centered area, where we have a huge amount of people willing to go out and spend their days helping out others in the community. That gets us to be really special.

PCA: How should we

Pajarito Conservation Alliance Announces Candidate Interview Series

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on October 7, 2018

PCA Secretary Reid Priedhorsky interviewing Los Alamos County Council candidate Sara Scott. Photo by Wendy Caldwell, PCA President

PCA News:

The Pajarito Conservation Alliance is proud to announce its candidate interview series for the 2018 general election.

We interviewed candidates for County Council and State House District 43 on a variety of topics related to conservation and natural resource issues. We held these conversations outdoors on the east lawn of Fuller Lodge. The Los Alamos Daily Post will publish the results over the coming days in the order we did the

Council Candidates Speak At Los Alamos Kiwanis

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on October 7, 2018

All eight County Council candidates attended the Kiwanis Club of Los Alamos Oct. 2 meeting to participate in a forum showcasing their views on major issues facing the county. At the end of the meeting, they posed for a photo together. From left, Republicans Brady W. Burke, John L. Bliss and Dawn C. Trujillo Voss; Democrats David Izraelevitz, Sara C. Scott and Randall T. Ryti; Libertarian Helen M. Milenski and Democrat James N. Robinson. Four will be elected in the November General Election. Photo by Don Casperson

By CHARMIAN SCHALLER

For Los Alamos Kiwanis

All eight of the candidates Read More

Heinrich On Kavanaugh Confirmation

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on October 7, 2018

U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich

From the Office of U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich:

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) issued the following statement after voting against the confirmation of Judge Brett Kavanaugh to serve on the Supreme Court.

Sen. Heinrich spoke in opposition to Judge Kavanaugh in a speech delivered Thursday on the Senate Floor.

“By making nominations to the highest court–perhaps the most consequential votes we take as senators–subject to only a simple-majority vote, Republicans rigged the system to made it possible for the most extreme nominees Read More

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