Politics

Fuselier: The Hopes And Dreams Of Ella And Nedah

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Ella, an Afghan student at the University of New Mexico, hopes to become a cardiologist. Donations are being sought to help her continue her education in New Mexico. Contact Bob Fuselier at fuselierbob@gmail.com if interested in donating. Courtesy photo

Retired LANL physicist Steve Greene speaks with Afghan student Nedah, who is enrolled at the University of New Mexico to study computer science. Donations are being sought to help her continue her education in New Mexico. Contact Bob Fuselier at fuselierbob@gmail.com if interested in donating. Courtesy photo

By BOB FUSELIER
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Leadership In Action: Moving Forward Hand In Hand Together With Me, Melanee Hand

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By MELANEE HAND
Candidate for Re-election
Los Alamos County Council

If you’ve lived in our community for a while, you’ve probably heard my name. I’m not just a familiar face; I’m someone who has called this place home for over 40 years. Now, I’m asking for your support as I seek a second term as County Councilor — and I have a message that’s as clear as it is compelling: “Move Forward Hand in Hand Together.”

But what does that really mean? For me, it’s more than a catchy slogan. It’s a way of life and leadership. It’s about rolling up my sleeves and working side by side with neighbors, listening carefully, Read More

New Mexico Forward Party To Hold Town Hall May 2 At Fuller Lodge

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From The New Mexico Forward Party:

The New Mexico Forward Party is scheduled to hold a Town Hall from 3-5 p.m. Saturday at Fuller Lodge.  Party Chair Bob Perls will meet with the public to discuss how the Forward Party achieved ballot access, and why they are running candidates up and down the ballot in the November general election.

“Forward is committed to making elections more competitive, running independent thinkers who want to coalition-build and problem solve using data-driven solutions,” Perls said. “30 percent of Los Alamos voters are registered independents, and in the next two Read More

Heinrich, Booker Lead Legislation To Protect Americans’ Health, Hold Weedkiller Manufacturers Accountable

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U.S. SENATE News:

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Sens. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) and Cory Booker (D-N.J.)  introduced the No Immunity for Glyphosate Act, legislation that aims to protect Americans’ health by ensuring manufactures of glyphosate—the active ingredient in the weedkiller Roundup—can be held liable under federal and state law should the chemical be proven to cause cancer. The bill overturns Trump’s executive order that promotes the production of glyphosate and insulates manufacturers of the chemical from liability.

“Juries across the country are looking at the evidence Read More

ABQ RoboRumble Showcases Future Innovators As State Senator Calls For Expanded STEM Investment In New Mexico

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NMSR News:

ALBUQUERQUE — Students, families, and community members are invited to attend the upcoming ABQ RoboRumble, a dynamic robotics competition bringing together student teams from across the region to showcase innovation, teamwork, and real-world STEM skills. The event highlights the growing importance of hands-on science, technology, engineering, and math education in preparing New Mexico’s next generation of leaders and innovators.

Hosted in Albuquerque, RoboRumble features student-built robots competing in unique challenges that emphasize coding, engineering, and Read More

Heinrich Presses NNSA Administrators On Los Alamos Housing Supply, Clean Up Efforts Near LANL, & Creating Public-Private Partnerships In New Mexico

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U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), a member of the U.S. Senate Appropriations Committee, presses NNSA administrators at a subcommittee hearing to discuss President Trump’s FY27 budget request for the NNSA, April 29, 2026. Courtesy photo

U.S. SENATE News:

WASHINGTON, D.C. — At a U.S. Senate Appropriations Subcommittee hearing to discuss President Trump’s Fiscal Year 2027 (FY27) budget request for the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) pressed NNSA Administrator Brandon Williams and NNSA Deputy Administrator for Defense Programs Read More

Kiwanis Guest Speaker: County Clerk Michael Redondo

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Los Alamos County Clerk Michael Redondo speaking at the April 28 Kiwanis Club meeting. Courtesy/Kiwanis

By BROOKE DAVIS
Kiwanis Club of Los Alamos

The Kiwanis Club of Los Alamos heard an interesting and informative presentation by Los Alamos County Clerk Michael Redondo at its April 28 meeting. He covered the changes made in the primary elections, elements of the County Clerk’s responsibilities, and voting timelines.

For the first time, New Mexico will be holding semi-open primaries.

The voter requirements for this type of primary are:

  • Registered Democrats and Republicans must vote their
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Luján Statement On Supreme Court Decision Weakening Landmark Voting Rights Law

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U.S. SENATE News:

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.) issued the following statement after the Supreme Court ruled to weaken the landmark Voting Rights Act in Louisiana v. Callais:

“Just over 61 years ago, Bloody Sunday helped spur the passage of the landmark Voting Rights Act to root out racial discrimination in our elections. Americans marched, protested, and put their lives on the line to secure the promise of our democracy. 

“Today’s decision is an attack on equal representation, with devastating and far-reaching consequences that extend well beyond congressional maps. Read More

DPLAC: Vote In The Democratic Primary This Year

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DPLAC News:

The Democratic Party of Los Alamos County (DPLAC) is excited to invite all registered voters in Los Alamos County to vote in the Democratic Primary this year.

Thanks to New Mexico Senate Bill 16, passed in 2025, New Mexico now has what are called semi-open primaries. This means that Independent and Decline-to-State (DTS) voters can show up to any major party primaries and request the ballot of any major party they choose without changing their party affiliation. 

Other major party voters (Republican) can vote in the Democratic Party Primary if they change their registration by May Read More

Heinrich, Young, Rounds, Booker Reintroduce Bipartisan Legislation To Expand AI Research Access

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U.S. SENATE News:

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), Founder and Co-Chair of the Senate Artificial Intelligence (AI) Caucus, and Sens. Todd Young (R-Ind.), Mike Rounds (R-S.D.), and Cory Booker (D-N.J.) introduced the CREATE AI Act, legislation to establish the National Artificial Intelligence Research Resource (NAIRR) as shared national research infrastructure that provides AI researchers and students with greater access to the resources, data, and tools needed to develop safe and trustworthy AI.

“The CREATE AI Act will help us develop and deploy AI responsibly, Read More