Democratic Candidates Knock on Local Doors Saturday
New Mexico House Dist. 43 Democratic candidate Stephanie Garcia Richard and U.S. Rep. Ben Ray Lujan, D-N.M. talk with Lewis Muir, while campaigning door-to-door in the Western area Saturday. Courtesy photo Read More
Candidates Debate at White Rock Senior Center
The White Rock Senior Center hosted a Los Alamos County Council Candidate Debate Sept. 14. From left, Republican incumbent Vincent Chiravalle, Republican Steve Girrens, Democrat Kristin Henderson, Democrat Pete Sheehey and Democrat Michael Redondo. Republican candidate Marc Clay did not attend. Photo by Ryn Herrmann Read More
Heather Wilson’s Son to Attend Local GOP HQ Grand Opening Saturday
GOP News:
Joshua Hone, the son of U.S. Senatorial candidate Heather Wilson is scheduled to attend the grand opening celebration of the Los Alamos Republican Party headquarters at 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 15.
The headquarters is at 1362 Trinity Dr., Suite D1, just north of Viola’s Restaurant.
The community is invited to attend the grand opening and meet Wilson’s son as well as Jefferson Byrd, candidate for U.S. House of Representatives, 3rd Congressional District.
Several Republican candidates running for state and local offices also will be on hand to speak with the public.
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Democratic Candidates for Los Alamos County Council Participate in Economic Roundtable
Democratic Party of Los Alamos County Chair Mike Wheeler introduces panelists from left, Democratic Council candidates Michael Redondo, Pete Sheehey and Kristin Henderson who participated in a roundtable event this evening at Democratic Party Headquarters, 140 Central Park Square, in which the sole topic of discussion was the economy. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
“We need to be a town that works for all of us,” Council candidate Kristin Henderson said. “If we have a vision for Los Alamos … that helps us prioritize.”
“In my 26 years living Read More
Luján Joining Richard for Local Door Knocking Saturday
U.S. Rep. Ben Ray Luján will join the Democratic Party of Los Alamos County and New Mexico House of Representatives Candidate Stephanie Garcia Richard for door-to-door voter outreach at 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 15 in Los Alamos.
Campaign volunteers and Democratic activists will gather at the new Democratic Party of Los Alamos Headquarters to listen to Luján make remarks about the importance of the upcoming election and to give words of encouragement to volunteers. 
Afterwards, Richard and Luján will knock on doors in Los Alamos to speak to voters about their respective campaigns.
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Democratic Council Candidates to Discuss Los Alamos’ Economy: Diversity, Jobs and Future
DPLA News:
The Democratic Party of Los Alamos invites the community to hear a discussion among the three Democratic candidates running for Los Alamos County Council.
The discussion will take place from 7:30-9 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 13 at the Democratic Party Headquarters, 140 Central Park Square.
Candidates Kristin Henderson, Michael Redondo and Pete Sheehey will discuss the topic of Los Alamos’ economy: diversity, jobs and the future.
The Democratic Party Headquarters entrance faces the large parking lot that borders Nectar Street and 15th Street. Read More
Heather Wilson Coming to LAMC to Discuss Heathcare Reform
GOP News:
Republican U.S. Senatorial candidate Heather Wilson is set to meet with medical professionals from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 19 at Los Alamos Medical Center.
The topic to be discussed at the meeting is concern over healthcare reform.
Individuals working in the medical field are encouraged to attend. The meeting is open to the public.
RSVP to Dr. Lisa Shin at 695-9622 or JoAnn Johnson at 662-7981. Read More
Archuleta Responds to Hate Mail
Editor’s note: New Mexico businessman Phil Archuleta reports that he has been receiving hate mail since speaking at the Republican National Convention last month. Here is his response to a letter from a small business owner:
By Phil Archuleta
I’m writing regarding your letter dated Aug. 31, 2012.
First of all, I appreciate the fact that you took the time to write to me, communicating your disappointment about my comments in my speech given during Tuesday night at the convention.
You stated that stories about people who genuinely make it on their own without the backing of government are Read More
Nona Bowman Hosts Event for Hall
About 25 people attended a campaign meeting hosted by former Los Alamos County Councilor Nona Bowman for Rep. Jim Hall Thursday night at her home. Hall, a Republican running for the District 43 House seat gave a short presentation on current issues in New Mexico state government, answered questions and spent time with individual voters over refreshments. Photo by Christina SierkRichard Campaigns at Annual Cuba Fiestas
District 43 Democratic House candidate Stephanie Garcia Richard greets voters at this weekend’s annual Cuba Fiestas. Courtesy photo Read More
Democracy or Plutocracy?
WeArePeopleHere! News:
Democracy or Plutocracy?
The public is invited to attend a 30 minute power point presentation “Reviving Democracy,” created by the grassroots group in Santa Fe, WeArePeopleHere!.
It sets the stage for a conversation about the disastrous effects of wealth inequality on American politics, Congress, the legislation and local democracy.
How can the American people reverse the effects of government by and for the very wealthy? How can they best continue to care about the common good?
Join the conversation and be a part of coalition-building around the state. Read More
GOP Headquarters Grand Opening is Sept. 15
GOP News:
The Los Alamos Republican Party is hosting the grand opening celebration of its headquarters at 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 15 at 1362 Trinity Dr., Suite D1, just north of Viola’s Restaurant.
The community is invited to attend the grand opening and meet Jefferson Byrd, candidate for U.S. House of Representatives, 3rd Congressional District.
Several Republican candidates running for state and local offices also will be on hand to speak with the public.
Free hot dogs and refreshments will be served.
The Los Alamos GOP Headquarters is now open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Saturday Read More
Rotarians, Guests and Candidates Hear Economic Vitality Talk by Greg Fisher of Los Alamos County
Rotarian Lewis Muir chats with Los Alamos County Economic Vitality Administratorr Greg Fisher, who delivered a talk at Tuesday’s Rotary Club meeting at the Dixie Girl Restaurant. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
County Council candidates on both sides of the aisle listen to County Economic Vitality Administrator Greg Fisher speak about the progress the County has made and the challenges yet to overcome in terms of infrastructure, attracting new business, affordable housing and similar issues. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
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NMFRW President at GOP National Convention
New Mexico Federation of Republican Women President Elaine Miller of Albuquerque attended last week’s Republican National Convention in Tampa Fla., as an alternate delegate. She told the Los Alamos Daily Post that the real turning point for her in the convention was listening to the inspirational speech given by Vice Presidential candidate Paul Ryan. “He said the things that made me feel positive and enthusiastic and I’m ready to get busy helping to get our candidates elected,” she said. Miller poses here with New Mexico businessman Phil Archuleta who spoke at Read More
Local Democratic Headquarters is Officially Open
County Councilor David Izraelevitz, center, introduces former council candidate Ken Johnson, left, to his replacement Michael Redondo, who as a hobby, is an extra in movies requiring him to wear his hair and beard long. Johnson resigned from the race last month because he is likely moving out of town. The introduction of Johnson and Redondo was made Sunday as the Democratic Party of Los Alamos County officially opened its new headquarters in downtown Los Alamos with a grand opening celebration. A crowd of Democrats mixed with some Republicans and Independents filled the large space at 140 Central Read More
GOP Opens Local Headquarters Tuesday
GOP News:Stephanie Garcia Richard Campaigns in District 43
Stephanie Garcia Richard, Democratic candidate for New Mexico House District 43, speaks with voters during a community breakfast Saturday in La Cienega. Courtesy photoCandidates React to Firefighters’ Union Endorsement
ELECTION 2012 News:
By Carol A. Clark
Incumbent County Council candidate Vincent Chiravalle and Council candidate Pete Sheehey have responded to request for comment from the Los Alamos Daily Post following Friday’s announcement by the Los Alamos Firefighters Association – IAFF Local 3279, that its membership elected to endorse them as well as House Dist. 43 candidate Stephanie Garcia Richard for the November General Election:
Vincent Chiravalle
“I am happy and honored to receive the endorsement of our firefighters. I want to thank the union membership for their Read More
Democratic Party Celebrates New Headquarters Monday
Community members who attend Monday’s grand opening celebration of the Democratic Party of Los Alamos 2012 headquarters, 140 Central Park Square, will have an opportunity to taste and vote for the best new flavors of Ruby K’s gourmet cupcakes. Courtesy/DPLA
GOP Convention Takes Center Stage on NM In Focus
NEW MEXICO PBS’ PUBLIC AFFAIRS SERIES “NEW MEXICO IN FOCUS”
Airs at 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 31 on Ch. 5.1
The program repeats 5 p.m. Saturday on Ch.9.1 and 7 a.m. Sunday on Ch. 5.1
This week on NEW MEXICO IN FOCUS, the Republican National Convention in Tampa has taken center stage in the political world. NMIF checks in with Gov. Susana Martinez from the convention, gathering her thoughts on its highpoints and on her prime-time speech Wednesday. The Line opinion panel will analyze Martinez’s performance. Panel regular and RNC delegate Jamie Estrada reports back from Read More