Politics

Udall On Hispanic Heritage Month

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U.S. Sen. Tom Udall 
 
SENATE News:
 
WASHINGTON, D.C. ― U.S. Sen. Tom Udall has issued a statement marking Hispanic Heritage Month, which runs Sept. 15 to Oct. 15 and celebrates the tremendous contributions Hispanic Americans have made to New Mexico and America:
 
“New Mexico enjoys a rich and diverse Hispanic heritage going back 400 years. From Spanish colonists to immigrants from Latin America, New Mexico’s Hispanic community has played an integral part in shaping our state’s history, economy, and culture—and will for generations to come.
 
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Udall, Heinrich, Pearce Press Case For Moving F-16 Squadrons To Holloman AFB

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U.S. Senators Tom Udall and Martin Heinrich and U.S. Rep. Steve Pearce meet with AF Under Secretary to promote Holloman’s experience, flying space and Alamogordo’s support for the military. Courtesy photo
 
SENATE News:
 
WASHINGTON, D.C. ― U.S. Senators Tom Udall and Martin Heinrich and U.S. Rep. Steve Pearce met Sept. 15 with Air Force Under Secretary Lisa Disbrow in the U.S. Capitol as part of their joint effort to urge the U.S. Air Force to relocate operational F-16 squadrons to
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Governor Susana Martinez Campaigns For House Dist. 43 Candidate Sharon Stover

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Gov. Susana Martinez, right, speaks in support of Dist. 43 Republican candidate Sharon Stover, left, during a campaign gathering Sunday at Rover Park in White Rock. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com

A crowd turns out for Sunday’s campaign gathering for Dist. 43 Republican candidate Sharon Stover at Rover Park in White Rock. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com Read More

Heinrich Receives National Farmers Union’s Golden Triangle Award

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U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich
 
SENATE News:
 
WASHINGTON, D.C. ― The National Farmers Union’s awarded U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) with the Golden Triangle, its highest legislative honor, for his work on behalf of New Mexico’s family farmers, ranchers, and rural communities.
 
“I grew up on small farm and ranch operation, and like many Americans, I learned the dignity of hard work long before I ever held a job. Farmers and ranchers in New Mexico help drive the economy and have shaped our state’s history, as many growers come
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Former CIA Operative Valerie Plame Helps Raise Funds For Rep. Garcia Richard

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From left, Dr. Marvel Harrison, Valerie Plame and Rep. Stephanie Garcia Richard at Thursday’s fundraiser for Garcia Richard at Harrison’s home in Los Alamos. Garcia Richard, a Democrat, is seeking re-election to the New Mexico House of Representatives. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com
 
Guests listen as former CIA operative Valerie Plame details the accomplishments of Dist. 43 Rep. Stephanie Garcia Richard and encourages the crowd to support her re-election to a third term in the New Mexico House of Representatives. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com
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Luján Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month

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Hispanic Heritage Month: Embracing, Enriching, Enabling. Courtesy/defense.gov

From the Office of U.S. Rep. Ben Ray Luján:

Washington, D.C. – U.S. Rep. Ben Ray Luján of New Mexico’s Third District released the following statement in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, which is celebrated Sept. 15 to Oct. 15.

“As we celebrate the 28th anniversary of Hispanic Heritage Month, we recognize the longstanding contributions that the Hispanic community has made throughout our nation’s history.  This year’s theme, ‘Honoring our Heritage, Building our Future’ reminds us of the rich culture, Read More

Letter To The Editor: A Scary But Interesting Election

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By E. ALAN WADLINGER
Los Alamos

I find this election to be both interesting and scary. On one side we have Hillary Clinton who can act at times as an ethically flawed individual but who does seem dedicated to helping the disadvantaged. 

On the other side we have Donald Trump to whom ethics appears to be a meaningless concept and acts as if he were the anti-Christ sent to fool the true believers.

Apparently ethically damaged individuals can even become saints, so Hillary will get my vote for President but not sainthood. I guess this implies that I am not one of Donald’s true believers.

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LAFRW Announces Constitution Day Essay Winners

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LAFRW News:

The Los Alamos Federated Republican Women have announced the winners of the 2016 Constitution Day Essay Contest.

2016 Constitution Day Essay Contest Winners:

Elementary School Grades 4-6 – Tie for 1st Place – Each winner will receive $100:

  • Jack Ammerman, Homeschool Student
  • Julie Nolen, Piñon Elementary

Middle School – Winner will receive $200:

  • Anna Clark, Los Alamos Middle School

High School – Winner will receive $300:

  • Brooklyn Scott, Los Alamos High School

The local FRW organization sponsors the Constitution Day Essay Contest to encourage and challenge students to learn more Read More

Four New Mexico Republican Candidates Named Rising Stars By National GOP Group

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RPNM News:
 
ALBUQUERQUE ― Four Republican candidates running this year in New Mexico were named to the Republican State Leadership Committee’s “16 in ’16: Races to Watch” list — more than in any other state.

The candidates highlighted as rising stars by the RSLC are Dr. Christina Hall in HD 24, Diego Espinoza in SD 9, Greg Baca in SD 29 and Rep. Nora Espinoza for Secretary of State. 

“We are thrilled that the RSLC has recognized so many of our great candidates, four times more than in any other state.” said Republican Party

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