Letters to the Editor

By RICK NEBEL
Los Alamos

I own 3 “nostalgic cars”: a 1928 Model A with a rumble seat, a 1955 Chevrolet Pickup truck street rod, and a 1966 Mustang GT. The best thing about them is driving them down the street and watching all of the smiles they put on people’s faces, both the passengers and the people on the street. 

All three of my vehicles have been restored to “as new” condition, and they are a joy to drive. When I drive the Mustang into a gas station, I usually have someone come over who wants to take a look at it.  Unlike Corvettes, Mustangs were affordable in the late 60s and a lot of us drove them in high school.  Read More

By BILL HEINMILLER
Los Alamos

Alan McQuiston raised a very good question in his September 7 article, “Would You Survive A Car Crash From the 1970s vs Today?” There are three answers to that question: Yes, No and Barely. Each one is dependent on factors such as speed, direction and whether the rudimentary safety features in 1970s cars were used or not.

Back then, mostly they were not. And of course, it depends on just what constitutes ‘survival’ to a particular individual. Fortunately, there are very few cars from the 1970s or earlier on the road anymore. And today, nearly all of us fasten the seatbelt Read More

By FELICIA ORTH
(LWV) President

Earlier this month, the League of Women Voters of Los Alamos (LWV) Board had an opportunity to explain in a Letter to the Editor (link) our practical reasons for opposing requirements that a voter show government-issued proof of U.S. citizenship before casting a vote. We might have added that the attempt to impose that requirement was being pursued in contravention of the U.S. Constitution.

The Constitution gives the president no authority to regulate any aspect of elections. It is the states and the legislative branch that decide what election rules shall be, Read More

By ANTONIO R. JAURIGUE
Los Alamos

I am deeply honored and grateful to have been elected to the Los Alamos School Board. This is not just a victory, but a reflection of the trust, care, and dedication of our entire community. I want to thank every voter who believed in our shared vision for stronger and more inclusive schools.

Throughout this campaign, I’ve been inspired by the stories and hopes of so many families, students, and educators. Together, we’ve shown that when we prioritize our students’ well-being and growth, we build a brighter future for everyone. I remain committed to transparency, Read More

By RICK NEBEL
Los Alamos

“The problem with socialism is that eventually you run out of other people’s money to spend.” –Margaret Thatcher.

“Democracy is the belief that the collective wisdom of a group of morons is better than the wisdom of a single moron.” –H. L. Mencken

I didn’t know which quote best applied to the Tuesday night Council meeting, so I have included both of them. I think they both apply. I ran into Ryn Herrmann, who I know and like, before the meeting and told her that I didn’t know why I bothered to come and speak at the Council meetings since they were going to ignore everything that I said Read More

By KARYL ANN ARMBRUSTER
Los Alamos

As a retired teacher from Los Alamos Public Schools, where I taught for 17 years (after teaching for 22 years in CA) and was Union president for 7 years, I want to offer my endorsement for two candidates: Margie Serrato (District 1) and Antonio Jaurigue (District 2). It is important that we consider candidates who have demonstrated integrity in what they do, and who have set a precedent for constructively engaging in relationships with people who have ideas and experiences that differ from theirs. After all, we want a School Board comprised of members who can work Read More

By MARGIE SERRATO
Candidate For School Board District 1

Before I met Antonio Jaurigue, I first learned about him through an article in the Los Alamos Daily Post titled “LAPS Board President Discusses Upcoming Resignation” (April 23, 2024).

Three things stood out to me immediately:

• 1) He chose to resign in order to maintain the integrity of the school board position;
• 2) He stepped down to support his spouse’s professional advancement; and
• 3) He prioritized the district’s need for qualified teachers over his own role.

To me, these are the actions of a person guided by integrity and a deep sense of Read More

By James Ziomek, MD, FACP and Richard Honsinger, MD, MACP
Co-Medical Directors
Respiratory Therapy Program, SFCC and Los Alamos Medical Care Clinic, Ltd

Thank you for your article on the SFCC Respiratory Care program in this week’s Los Alamos Daily Post (link). 

Your readers need to be aware that in the 17 years of existence, this program has supplied respiratory therapists to all our Northern New Mexico hospitals, including a majority of those at Los Alamos Medical Center.

Our graduates are caring for you! Read More

By Thomas Tierney, Ph.D.
Los Alamos

I am writing in my personal capacity to endorse Dr. Bryan Fearey for the UNM-Los Alamos Advisory Board. I have known Bryan for about 15 years by working with him at Los Alamos National Laboratory. I have also seen his contributions to local music through the Community Winds and other organizations. I believe he would serve UNM-LA with distinction.

During his 30+ years at Los Alamos National Laboratory, Bryan frequently hosted and mentored undergraduate and graduate students, helping them connect rigorous classroom learning with real-world research and Read More

By JODY BENSON
Los Alamos

We have some good candidates running for the UNM-LA Advisory Board, and top among them is David Hampton.

David Hampton is committed to community service. He has served on multiple Boards. Those that I remember without googling include the P&Z, County Transportation, Arts Council, Parks and Rec, the Coop—and most importantly for this endorsement, the UNM-LA Advisory Board.

David attends County Council meetings (in person…for the whole meeting) and knows the County leadership, which, of course, is critical for collaboration in any County position. Through Read More