Politics

Letter To The Editor: County Clerk Candidate Amy Woods Is Caring, Capable And Qualified

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By B. L. Moseman
Los Alamos

Greetings.

I would like to take a moment to tell you a little about Amy Woods. I have known Amy for nearly 10 years and I’m proud to call her a friend.

Amy grew up in Los Alamos. Her family has lived here since 1953 andhas deep roots in this community. She currently works as a Realtor at Zia Realty Group.

Her mother, Carlotta McInteer, worked at LANL until she went to Law School in 1987 at the age of 60! As a long term resident of Los Alamos, Carlotta contributed heavily to the community in various roles. She served on several boards in Los Alamos – among those were the church board and Read More

Dogs, Deer, Candidates And Gov. Susana Martinez

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During a campaign event at Rover Park for Dist. 43 GOP candidate Sharon Stover, from left, Los Alamos County Council GOP candidate Jaret McDonald, New Mexico Gov. Susana Martinez and Jennifer McDonald with the McDonald’s dogs. Courtesy photo

A deer is spotted checking out a campaign sign for County Council Democratic candidate Chris Chandler recently on North Road. Photo by Merry McIntyre Read More

Letter To The Editor: Why I Voted For Trump

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By LISA SHIN
Los Alamos

At the Republican National Convention July 21, 2016, I told millions of Americans that Donald Trump was the only presidential candidate who would preserve the American Dream. I declared that he would ensure a more prosperous, safe and secure future for our children and our grandchildren.

Since that once-in-a-lifetime, never-happen-again moment, I have made new friends as well as new enemies. I had no idea what a “gif” was until I saw one of myself, mocked and ridiculed on Twitter. I received my first hate mail, addressed to my office, replete with profanities and racial Read More

Obstacles To Voting In 11 Swing States

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NMCC News:
 
A new Common Cause report may prove handy on Election Day for voters unaware of new laws in states where their votes are even more important than elsewhere. 
 
The new report, Protecting the Vote in 2016: A Look at 11 Swing States examines state laws — from registration and voter ID laws to polling place challenges and post-election audits. It can serve as a guidebook for voters seeking to navigate the laws in order to exercise their right to vote.
            
The report doesn’t
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Letter To The Editor: Chandler For County Council

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By County Council Vice Chair Susan O’Leary and Tim O’Leary
Los Alamos

We’re writing to ask you to join us in using one of your votes to support Attorney Chris Chandler for County Council on Nov. 8.

Los Alamos is fortunate to have several good candidates to choose from in this election. But, there are a number of reasons why Chris should rise to the top of your list.

First, Chris has a proven record of dedication the Council needs. She’s a former Council member and Council Chair, and over the decades when she’s been off the Council, she’s contributed through participation Read More

Letter To The Editor: Kluks Endorse Stover

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By MIKE And EMILY KLUK
Los Alamos

Los Alamos has a golden opportunity to send our friend and neighbor, Sharon Stover, to serve as District 43 Representative. Most of us have been touched by Sharon’s generosity and leadership over the last three decades.  She wants to continue to serve our community, District 43, and the state of New Mexico. Please cast your vote to help make this happen.

Sharon Stover has been a friend to the Kluk family for over 20 years and we have personally witnessed her integrity, dedication, and commitment to serving the people of Los Alamos County and Northern New Mexico Read More

Santa Fe Mayor Javier Gonzales Attends Get Out The Vote Rally At Los Alamos Democratic Headquarters

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Santa Fe Mayor Javier Gonzales joined volunteers in a Get Out The Vote Rally today at the Democratic Party of Los Alamos County Headquarters in Central Park Square. Gonzales joined volunteers for lunch and dined on vegetarian Frito pie created by Andrea Determan. Volunteers then canvassed the Los Alamos area to remind residents that today was the last day to Early Vote. Courtesy photo Read More

Rep. Stephanie Garcia Richard And Supporters Participate In Annual Breakfast Event In La Cienega

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Dist. 43 Rep. Stephanie Garcia Richard at a special breakfast this morning at the La Cienega Community Center. During this annual event, Garcia Richard leaves her home in White Rock before 7 a.m. with a large group of her supporters to cook blueberry pancake, bacon and chicken sausage for 40 or so community members. Following the breakfast, Garcia Richard and her group headed to another event in Cuba. Courtesy photo Read More

Letter To The Editor: Dispelling Misinformed Arguments For Keeping Office Of The Sheriff

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By KRISTIN HENDERSON
Los Alamos County Councilor

There are a couple arguments going around in support of maintaining the elected Office of Sheriff that I would like to address. I am in favor of a FOR vote to eliminate it.

The first is that the Sheriff is your last stand against corruption. The fact is, the Sheriff here has NO authority to investigate corruption, or any crime. The concept of needing the office to protect you is both illegal and a complete red herring. 

Corruption can be investigated by the State Attorney General, the State Police, the FBI – there are any number of other entities, Read More