Politics

League Of Women Voters Endorses Constitutional Amendment One 2016 – Bail Bond Reform

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By Dr. Meredith R. Machen, President
League of Women Voters of New Mexico

New Mexicans have the opportunity to make badlyneededchanges in the state’s antiquated bail bond system—-a system dating back to Pennsylvania state laws from the 1700s. 

In short, the amendment would give judges the power to keep dangerous, violent offenders in jail and the discretion to release poor non-violent offenders. In other words, release decisions would be based on criminal history, community threat and flight risk, not on ability to pay for a “get out jail” card.

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Letter To The Editor: Tough Decisions But Rep. Garcia Richard Is Audacious, Courageous And Smart

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By JAMES L. NESMITH
Los Alamos

This is one of the most bizarre elections this nation has ever witnessed. Some decisions as to which candidate to support are amazingly easy, black and white, night and day. For others though, where both candidates are strong, have a history of public service and accomplishment, consistently represent their communities effectively and are held in high regard by their constituents and other community leaders, that decision can be agonizingly difficult. 

This is the situation we face with the race for the 43rd State Legislative District. On the one hand we Read More

Letter To The Editor: Support Judge Anne Nobile For Probate Judge

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By CHRIS CHANDLER
Former Los Alamos Probate Judge

I am writing in support of Judge Anne Nobile, Los Alamos’ current Probate Judge and candidate for the position in this election.

As a former probate judge, I know what the job entails and understand the qualifications and personal commitment necessary to be an effective probate judge. Judge Nobile is experienced in interpreting laws, rules and requirements, an important component of the position. She has completed the necessary training for probate judges at the New Mexico Judicial Education Center. 

Prior to moving to Los Alamos, Judge Read More

Election 2016 Voting Machine Certification Complete

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From left, Los Alamos County Clerk Sharon Stover tests the audio-visual ballot marking interface component on the ICE voting machine during Wednesday’s certification with Deputy Clerk Victoria Martinez and Senior Deputy Clerk Naomi Maestas. Also in attendance, but not pictured, Elections Manager Gloria Maestas and Chief Deputy Clerk Adrianna Ortiz. Courtesy/LAC

COUNTY News:

  • ImageCast Evolution (ICE) Voting Machines Ready For Nov. 8 General Election

The Los Alamos County Clerk’s Office performed the certification and preparation process Wednesday for the Absentee & Election Read More

Letter To The Editor: Sharon Stover Exhibits Characteristics Of A True Leader And Visionary

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By DOUGLAS R. MACDONALD
Former Los Alamos County Fire Chief
 
I thank you, the “Voters” of NM House of Representatives District 43, for allowing me to share my thoughts concerning the candidacy of Sharon Stover. I am Douglas R. MacDonald, retired Chief of the Los Alamos Fire Department. The majority of these thoughts come from my experiences with Sharon during the tragic Cerro Grande Wildfire in 2000. I’ll also touch on some day-to-day activities I shared with Sharon, not only as the fire chief, but as a Los Alamos County citizen. These thoughts also reflect Sharon’s personal values
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Chance Meeting Leads To Pro Basketball Player Alex Kirk’s Inspirational Speech To Coronado Students

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Pro basketball player Alex Kirk of Los Alamos
 
By Matt Kothe
Former Los Alamos Resident and Kirk Family Friend
 
Life has a funny way of presenting opportunities when you least expect them. For Sharon Stover and her husband Steve Girrens, such an opportunity arose one morning just a few months ago.
 
Sharon Stover of Los Alamos
 
After attending a parade in Cuba, (Stover is a Dist. 43 candiate and Girrens is seeking reelection on the Los Alamos County Council) the Los Alamos residents headed to nearby Gallina for lunch and found themselves at Papa
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AG Opens Review Of Longtime State Legislator’s Campaign Spending

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State Rep. Andy Nuñez 
 
NMAG News:
 
LAS CRUCES ― New Mexico’s Attorney General is reviewing irregularities in the campaign accounts of Republican State Rep. Andy Nuñez after ProgressNow New Mexico filed a complaint outlining more than 40 different instances where Nuñez reported using his campaign cash to provide himself cash payments, travel to official events reimbursable by taxpayers (double-dipping) and purchases of power tools, truck parts and repairs to his personal office.
 
According to an article in the Las Cruces
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China Town Hall – Live Webcast With Dr. Henry Kissinger Followed By Interactive Panel Discussion

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Dr. Henry A. Kissinger
 
CIR News:
 
Live webcast discussion with Dr. Henry A. Kissinger, former Secretary of State, moderated by Mr. Stephen A. Orlins, President, National Committee on U.S.-China Relations followed by an interactive panel discussion with Mr. Brian Goldbeck and CIR Board President, Mr. Herb Thomas, both retired from U.S. State Department, previously stationed in China.
 
Date: 4:30 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 18
Location: Southwest Annex, Santa Fe University of Art & Design, 1600 St. Michael’s Drive
Cost: $20 Non-members;
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Letter To The Editor: Role Of Los Alamos County Sheriff Is Fatally Flawed

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