Political Sign Thieves Beware!
POLITICAL News:
Thieves are stealing political yard signs throughout the community and people are getting fed up.
Kelly Benner from the Republican Party of Los Alamos told the Los Alamos Daily Post that she has had residents come in to the local GOP headquarters multiple times to replace yard signs that have been stolen during the night.
She said people are getting really upset and some are going to install game cams in an effort to identify the thieves.
Democratic Party of Los Alamos Chair Robyn Schultz said this morning that thieves have stolen more than 40 her candidates’ signs on Barranca Read More
Attack Letters Won’t Be Published In LA Daily Post
Community Notice:
As the Nov. 8 General Election comes down the homestretch, personal attacks against candidates are escalating in letters pouring into the Los Alamos Daily Post.
We welcome letters from supporters detailing reasons their candidate is the best choice, however, letters that insult and ridicule candidates, their supporters or a political party will no longer be published. Read More
Gov. Susana Martinez Acts On SB-9 And SB-11
Republican Party Of New Mexico Files IPRA For Information Regarding Grant County Mill Levy
NMRP News:The levy ostensibly supports the “operation and maintenance” of the Gila Regional Medical Center, and would significantly increase property tax rates for the residents of Grant County. Senator Howie Morales and Holley Hudgins, wife of House Candidate Rudy Martinez, both hold positions with the GRMC from which they earn
Interior Secretary Jewell Issues Order To Encourage Tribal Role In Managing Interior Lands
U.S. Secretary of the Interior Sally JewellLetter To The Editor: Why I Support Rep. Garcia Richard
By MATTHEW WILLIAMS Letter To The Editor: Join Me In Voting ‘For’ Question 1
By JOANN JOHNSONI have lived in Los Alamos for more than 50 years. I have been actively engaged in community activities during that time. Nine years as Chairman of the Republican Party of Los Alamos, eight years as County Assessor, seven years on the Parks and Recreation Board and two terms on the LARSO Board of Directors, as well as many youth activities when my children were growing up.
I have seen many sheriffs come and go. Most were content to serve in the capacity assigned to our sheriff. A few have wanted to expand the duties of the sheriff. The right for Los Alamos to decide whether to Read More
Letter To The Editor: Stephanie Garcia Richard Swings And Misses On Education Vote
By ANTOINETTE B. MANN Before the recent special session, our state representative, Stephanie Garcia Richard, pledged that she would not balance the budget on the backs of our schools, and she urged legislators to do everything they could to protect education funding. Then she turned around and voted to take $25 million from school district savings accounts. Los Alamos Public Schools alone would have lost over $265,000.
How can this vote possibly be in the best interest of Los Alamos schools? She had a chance to keep her word and protect school savings, and she whiffed! Read More
Changing The Protocol For Euthanizing Bears
Ultrarunner Karen Williams, left, with Rep. Stephanie Garcia Richard announce their mission to protect bears during an interview in July at the Los Alamos Daily Post. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.comOn a very hot June 18, during the Valles Caldera Marathon, a mother bear with her two cubs nearby, attacked marathoner Karen Williams who ran too close to one of her cubs. The injuries required Williams to be transported to UNMH for treatment.
Reasonable people would recognize that in this encounter the mama bear was just doing her thing. She was Read More
Evan McMullin: Why I’m Running For President
Evan McMullin kicks off his presidential campaign Aug. 10 in Salt Lake City via YouTube. Courtesy photoI am running for president because I believe that settling for the lesser of two evils is still evil. Just a few months ago, I was still one of millions of voters who refused to accept the depressing choice between Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton, neither of whom is fit to serve as commander-and-chief. Like all those others, I was waiting for a true leader to stand up and give Americans a better choice. No one did.
As the deadlines for ballot access approached, Read More
Letter To The Editor: What Is The U.S. Doing In The Middle East?
By Dr. T. DOUGLAS REILLYWe are involved in various ways in the wars in Iraq, Syria, and Yemen. In most we are fighting against the Islamic State* with a limited coalition. The US position is to demand that President Bashar Assad step down and we support rebel factions fighting for the same goal. The Russian position is to support Assad against all rebel groups; they also support the fight against the Islamic State.
Unfortunately for the Syrian civilians this means the slaughter and flight of refugees continues unabated. For whatever Realpolik reasons, the US provides arms and supplies Read More
Chamber Breakfast Features HD 43 Debate Oct. 25
Chamber News:
House District 43 Candidates Rep. Stephanie Garcia Richard (D) and Los Alamos County Clerk Sharon Stover (R) will debate economic development issues facing the state.
Each candidate will make an opening statement, followed by timed responses to questions from the Chamber of Commerce. There will be a brief opportunity for the audience to question the candidates at the end of the program.
Register on the Chamber Events Page so the Chamber will know how many people to expect and prepare a name tag with Chamber Notes $$$$ at https://losalamoschamber.chambermaster.com/eventregistration/register/173. Read More
Letter To The Editor: Endorsement Of Anne Nobile For County Probate Judge
By ROBERT WELLSI enthusiastically support Anne Nobile for County Probate Judge. I have known Anne for a number of years and worked with her on behalf of Los Alamos schools issues; e.g., support of Jody Benson for the School Board, which was a successful endeavor. Anne’s credibility for serving this judicial position is reflected in her having been appointed Probate Judge by our bipartisan County Council. Having served as the County’s probate judge, she knows the job – and will faithfully continue to do the job needed and expected by County citizens.
In addition to my endorsement Read More
Local GOP Gets Out To Vote Early
Local Republicans gather Saturday to vote early at the White Rock Branch Library on Sherwood Boulevard. From left, local GOP 2nd Vice Chairman James Robinson, County Council Candidate Jaret McDonald, GOP Treasurer Jane Gordon, GOP Ex officio member Kelly Benner, Past GOP Chairman Robert Gibson and Council Candidate Incumbent Steven Girrens. Courtesy photo Read More
Letter To The Editor: Faux Outrage Is Comical
By GEOFF RODGERSRE: Mr. Birnbaum’s letter dated Oct 21, 2016.
Given Mr. Birnbaum’s silence during the last election cycle when his preferred candidate’s campaign used lies and vicious personal attacks, his faux outrage over political mailings is comical, bordering on hypocrisy.
However, what really matters is who will represent us in the legislature.
I’m not referring to who gets elected, but rather who will represent us after getting elected.
I served with Sharon Stover for two terms on the Los Alamos County Council that were separated by six years. Those two terms were bookended
House Dist. 43 Candidate Sharon Stover Listens To Medical Professionals At Healthcare Reception
Dr. Paul Daly, House Dist. 43 candidate Sharon Stover and Dr. Michael Nichols. Courtesy photo
POLITICAL News:
Sharon Stover, Republican candidate for House Dist. 43 State Representative, recently met with Los Alamos physicians representing various medical specialties. Dr. Paul Daly hosted the discussion. Topics included reimbursement, recruitment, immunizations and mental health resources.
Stover has been visiting with residents throughout District 43 to gather their ideas on ways to enhance the lives of New Mexicans. The reception for healthcare was one in a series of issue-oriented Read More
AFT President Weingarten To Appear At Public Events Supporting Hillary Clinton And Local Candidates
AFT President Randi Weingarten
POLITICAL News:
ALBUQUERQUE – American Federation of Teachers New Mexico President Stephanie Ly announces the visit by AFT President Randi Weingarten to New Mexico in support of Secretary Hillary Clinton and local endorsed candidates.
President Weingarten is committed to working across the United States to elect pro-public education and pro-labor candidates, including Secretary Hillary Clinton for President.
President Weingarten will be making brief comments in support of Secretary Clinton’s campaign for President as well as speaking to campaign Read More
Letter To The Editor: Marco Lucero’s Claim Racism Is Factor For State Of Sheriff Affairs Is FALSE!
By ANNE HAWES
Los Alamos
Saturday, Oct. 15, an article appeared on the front page of the Santa Fe New Mexican newspaper entitled, “Los Alamos Sheriff Fights For Office In Showdown With County”.
When I read the article I was stunned. For Marco Lucero to even hint (and he did more than that), that the current state of affairs of the sheriff’s position in Los Alamos County has anything to do with the fact he is Hispanic is ludicrous. Lucero is obviously a Hispanic name so anyone who voted for him to be sheriff in Los Alamos County not just once, but twice, were most likely aware he is Hispanic Read More
Governor Signs Senate Bill 8 With Line Item Vetoes
Voters Line Up To Vote Before Polls Open Today
Voters wait in line this morning before the polls open at the Los Alamos County Municipal Building. County Clerk Sharon Stover reports the following votes have been cast in the General Election as of Friday: 572 absentee by mail, 1,718 early voting and 249 cast on Friday, Oct. 21. Photo by Sharon Stover Read More
