Political News – Page 479

League, PEEC And LAHS Prepare To Register Voters

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on September 21, 2018

COMMUNITY News:

To observe National Voter Registration Day Tuesday, Sept. 25, the League of Women Voters will partner with the Pajarito Environmental Education Center and send volunteer registrars to the Los Alamos Nature Center throughout the day.

Community members can visit the nature center 10 a.m. until about 4 p.m. to register to vote.

The registrars have all been trained at the County Clerk’s office and will have all the necessary information about voting. National Voter Registration Day (NVRD) is a nationwide, nonpartisan effort to register voters. Registering

Lujan Grisham Denied Entry To Conduct Unannounced Inspection Of USPS Facility In Albuquerque

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on September 21, 2018

U.S. Rep. Michelle Lujan Grisham, right, attempting to conduct an unannounced inspection Thursday of the USPS Five Points Post Office in Albuquerque. Courtesy photo

U.S. Rep. Michelle Lujan Grisham

STATE News:

ALBUQUERQUE ― Sept. 20, after receiving numerous complaints from United States Postal Service (USPS) union representatives about mismanagement and poor working conditions at facilities and urging USPS Acting Inspector General Tammy Whitcomb to launch an investigation into the matter, U.S. Rep. Michelle Lujan Grisham (NM-01) attempted to conduct an unannounced

Voices Of Los Alamos Meeting With Ute Haker Sept. 24

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on September 21, 2018

Ute Haker will speak at Voices of Los Alamos meeting Sept. 24. Courtesy photo

COMMUNITY News:

Writer and historian Ute Haker, PhD, will provide an introduction to the National Popular Vote at the “Voices of Los Alamos” group’s monthly meeting 6:30-7:30 p.m. Sept. 24 at the Unitarian Church of Los Alamos.

The problem with the U.S. presidential elections is not the Electoral College as such but the state-based “winner-take-all” method of counting the popular votes to begin with.

The difference between the winner-take-all system awarding all of the participating

Meet & Greet For Elizabeth K. Allen 5-7 p.m. Today

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on September 21, 2018

Paid for by the Committee to Elect Elizabeth K. Allen, Erin Breneman, Treasurer.

Head2Head: Whose Side Are You On Anyway?

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on September 20, 2018

By BONNIE J. GORDON

Los Alamos Daily Post

Bjgordon623@gmail.com

One time, I was in a bar with some old friends. Suddenly, everyone was silent and a man, obviously a regular, raised his glass.

“You know what I love about this bar?” he queried.

As a group, the whole bar responded, “No yuppies!”

Obviously, this was a nightly ritual and I not only found it hilarious, it felt great to be part of the group, putting down a stereotypical uber-consumer of the type I often find annoying—for about a minute. Then it occurred to me, if these people knew about my degree from a fancy-pants college and my latte habit, Read More

On The Job In Los Alamos: Registering Voters

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on September 20, 2018

On the job in Los Alamos is local resident Shelby Redondo, right, registering a student to vote this morning from her table on the campus of UNM-LA. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com Read More

Governor Announces Construction Funding For The Angel Fire State Veterans Cemetery

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on September 20, 2018

Gov. Susana Martinez

STATE News:

ANGEL FIRE ― Gov. Susana Martinez announced Monday that funding for the construction of the Angel Fire Veterans Cemetery has been formally approved by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).

This funding will cover the cost of construction of the State Veterans Cemetery in Angel Fire.

“I’m pleased that we’ve secured full funding for the new State Veterans Cemetery in Angel Fire – this is great news for veterans and their families living in the northern part of our state,” Martinez said. “All veterans have earned the right to be

Lujan Grisham Hosts Economic Development Roundtable With UNM, National & Defense Laboratories

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on September 19, 2018

Courtesy photo

CONGRESSIONAL News:

ALBUQUERQUE ― Tuesday, Rep. Michelle Lujan Grisham (NM-01) joined executives from the Air Force Research Laboratory, Sandia National Laboratories, Los Alamos National Laboratory, and the University of New Mexico for a discussion on collaboration, improving the workforce pipeline, and the Open Campus and I-Corps policies. Rep. Lujan Grisham released the following statement after the meeting:

“New Mexico’s national and defense laboratories play a critical role in our national security, and each one is a vital job creator and

New Mexico Receives $1.1 Million To Support State Parks And Outdoor Recreation

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on September 19, 2018

Ryan K. Zinke

DOI News:

WASHINGTON, D.C. ― Secretary of the Interior Ryan K. Zinke announced a $1.1 million distribution from the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) to New Mexico for state-identified outdoor recreation and conservation projects.

This is part of a $100 million distribution from the LWCF to all 50 States, the Territories, and the District of Columbia. LWCF funds are non-taxpayer dollars derived from Outer Continental Shelf lease revenues and are awarded through federal matching grants administered by the National Park Service.

Secretary

Grand Opening Of GOP Headquarters Thursday

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on September 19, 2018

RPLA News:

The Republican Party of Los Alamos County will host a Grand Opening for its 2018 Election Headquarters 6-7 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 20, at 1650 Trinity Dr., Suite 102.

A light meal will be provided.

The public is invited to attend.

U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich Introduces Legislation To Extend Electric Vehicle Tax Credit For 10 Years

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on September 19, 2018

U.S. SENATE News:

WASHINGTON, D.C. ― U.S. Senators Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.), and Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) announced the introduction of S. 3449, the Electric Cars Act of 2018, legislation to extend the electric vehicle tax credit for 10 years.

“At a time when electric cars are making advances in scale of production and becoming more competitive in the marketplace, we need to continue encouraging the progress we’ve seen–not take our foot off the pedal,” Heinrich said. “This bill is pro-growth tax policy that will

Governor Announces Expansion Of Homegrown Leader In Data Analytics & Visualization Technologies

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on September 19, 2018

Gov. Susana Martinez

STATE News:

ALBUQUERQUE ― Gov. Susana Martinez announced Tuesday that Albuquerque data science company RS21 will expand operations, creating up to 80 new high-tech jobs.

RS21 will also invest more than $2 million to expand and renovate its headquarters in Downtown Albuquerque, reinvigorating the iconic Occidental Life building. The move brings new life to a prominent New Mexico feature with a storied history going back over a century.

“I’m proud to say that we’re helping yet another local, high-tech company expand and

RCLC Meeting Moved To Oct. 19 In Los Alamos

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on September 18, 2018

RCLC News:

The September meeting of the Regional Coalition of LANL Communities (RCLC) has been canceled due to a change in the availability of the scheduled presenter.

All actions and presentations are moved to the next regular meeting scheduled for Oct. 19 in Los Alamos. Read More

NFIB/New Mexico Endorses Republican Candidate Lisa Shin For State Rep. Dist. 43

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on September 18, 2018

Lisa Shin

NFIB News:

Lisa Shin of Los Alamos is officially endorsed for House Dist. 43 by the National Federation of Independent Business/New Mexico.

Its small business owners statewide appreciate her alignment with their issues, her willingness to run for this important position and, most importantly, believe she will be a good leader within the New Mexico House of Representatives.

NFIB will be promoting her endorsement on the state webpage and member communication including its signature New Mexico Voter Guide that is mailed to each and every member. Read More

Jack Ammerman Wins Constitution Day Poster Contest

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on September 18, 2018

Jack Ammerman, winner of the 2018 Constitution Day Poster Contest, receives his $100 cash prize from Dawn Voss, president of the Los Alamos Federated Republican Women. Courtesy photo

COMMUNITY News:

Jack Ammerman is the winner of the 2018 Constitution Day Poster Contest. President Dawn Voss of the Los Alamos Federated Republican Women presented Ammerman with a $100 cash prize.

The award ceremony was held Sunday at Urban Park during the Constitution Day Picnic sponsored by the Republican Party of Los Alamos.

Ammerman is an eighth grade student and is homeschooled. He is the son of Kristina Read More

Udall Named To House-Senate Conference Committee To Finalize Interior And Environment Funding

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on September 18, 2018

U.S. Sen. Tom Udall

U.S. SENATE News:

WASHINGTON, D.C. ― U.S. Sen. Tom Udall, ranking member on the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies, has been named to the conference committee that will finalize the fiscal year 2019 Interior & Environment Appropriations bill, which funds the Department of the Interior (DOI), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA), U.S. Forest Service, and various other agencies.

The conference committee includes leaders of four House and Senate Appropriations

Bernalillo County Champions ‘Medicaid Buy-In’

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on September 18, 2018

BERNALILLO COUNTY News:

The Bernalillo County Board of Commissioners, after hearing from NM Together for Healthcare leaders from Bernalillo County, passed a resolution Sept. 11 that supports the state’s commitment to exploring an innovative proposal to allow New Mexicans to purchase health insurance coverage through Medicaid — including those who do not qualify for Medicaid or cannot afford to use their current insurance.

“The Medicaid Buy-in plan is important because insurance is very expensive, and all New Mexicans need healthcare coverage,” said Reyna Tovar,

Congressional Hispanic Caucus Chair Rejects Invitation To Heritage Month Celebration At White House

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on September 18, 2018

U.S. Rep. Michelle Lujan Grisham

CONGRESSIONAL News:

WASHINGTON, D.C. ― Thursday, Congressional Hispanic Caucus (CHC) Chair Michelle Lujan Grisham (NM-01) sent a letter to President Donald J. Trump rejecting his invitation to attend a reception honoring Hispanic Heritage Month and detailing the ways this administration’s rhetoric and actions have stood in stark contrast to the history and values of Hispanic Heritage Month.

The letter opens, “I write to inform you that I decline your invitation to attend a reception for Hispanic Heritage Month at the White House because

Libertarian: End Taxation Of Currency, Gold, Silver

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on September 18, 2018

LIBERTARIAN News:

A bill introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives Sept. 7 would eliminate capital gains taxes on most transactions conducted with precious metals.

West Virginia Rep. Alex Mooney introduced the Money Metals Tax Neutrality Act, which was quickly cosponsored by Rep. French Hill of Arkansas and Rep. Raul Labrador of Idaho. If passed, the bill’s tax exemptions would encompass “(1) gold, silver, platinum, or palladium coins minted and issued by the (U.S. Treasury) Secretary at any time or (2), refined gold or silver bullion, coins, bars, rounds, or

Birnbaum: Response To Gessing Op-Ed

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on September 17, 2018

By EDWARD BIRNBAUM

Los Alamos

The revenues accruing from oil and gas this year are anticipated to generate a large budget surplus in excess of 1 billion dollars for New Mexico in the next fiscal year, a situation which is predicted to continue for at least the next several years. Many folks have already commented on how this surplus should be spent, as did Paul Gessing in his Los Alamos Daily Post op-ed (Sept. 12, 2018), in which the focus is on pension and tax reform.

Tax reform has been a hotly debated topic at the Roundhouse for many years, and our dependence on the GRT is a problem, but if you reduce the Read More

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