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Morning Fix: Brown and Proud

UNM could potentially bring in $148M over the next 74 years after development of south campus area.
Speaking of millions of dollars, do you have a copy of…

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Added by Adelita on March 13, 2013 at 6:30am — 2 Comments

Morning Fix: Too Good to Be True?

• But it was such a good deal! Citizens and trade unions file suit against UNM for fraud over construction of The Pit.

• Mail-in election ballots were supposed to save money... but voters are finding…

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Added by MarketPlace Media on March 1, 2013 at 7:00am — 11 Comments

Morning Fix - The $100K Club and More

• 1126 UNM faculty and staff make $100,000 or more. Wanna see who makes what? As of Nov. 28, using data from UNM's Sunshine Portal, here's the list.

• Speaking of $100K,…

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Added by Black Dog on December 5, 2012 at 6:54am — 7 Comments

Morning Fix

• Thief makes off with assault rifle from APD vehicle; officials say break-ins of cop cars happen "all the time."

• After spending millions over the past three years, …

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Added by Black Dog on November 8, 2012 at 6:58am — No Comments

Morning Fix: Don't Bug Me

Poll watchers, wrong voters, and annoying political commercials. Tuesday can't come fast enough!
The…

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Added by Adelita on November 2, 2012 at 7:10am — 3 Comments

Making a Positive Contribution

When in Seattle a few weeks ago, I reconnected with two former Albuquerqueans, Patti Cohenour and Michael Blum. Patti, of course, has starred on Broadway and many other stages. Michael was a stalwart of Albuquerque theater for 25 years before moving…

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Added by Terry S. Davis on September 14, 2012 at 8:00am — 1 Comment

Where's that confounded BRIDGE? Bond election TOMORROW!

Mayor Barry and about half of our city council have put forth an AQB Bond Issue that goes to voters TOMORROW, October 4th.

Half of the money would go towards the START of rebuilding the I-25/Paseo del Norte Interchange (Including improved bike trails and pedestrian access) and half the money would go towards the start of building a Sports Complex.

My feeling, as a Resident, a Realtor, and someone who has learned a fair amount about ABQ development over the past 5 years... is…

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Added by Crista on October 3, 2011 at 3:52pm — No Comments

Recovery Cat 8.20.2011

Progressive Era reformers looked to the primary election as a way to measure popular opinion of candidates, as opposed to the opinion of the bosses. In 1910, Oregon became the first state to establish a presidential preference primary, which requires delegates to the National Convention to support the…

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Added by J. Paul Lanier on August 20, 2011 at 7:30am — 1 Comment

All Politics are Local or relational....

Today, I will walk into an Elementary School and color in some circles in an attempt to actively participate in a right that has been hard to come by for some, if not all of us. This year is different though. This year I will be voting, not for who I think is best, or who I feel will lead better, but instead, I will be setting aside my fishing pole and pick up my wife's, casting it into the deep muddy waters of the political ocean.

Why people vote the way they do is as varied as the… Continue

Added by Granjero on November 2, 2010 at 8:12am — 18 Comments

Recovery Cat 10.30.2010

Psephology is the study of results and other statistics relating to elections (especially with a view to predicting future results)... When elections are called, politicians and their supporters attempt to influence policy by competing directly for the votes of constituents in what are called campaigns. Supporters for a campaign can be either formally organized or loosely affiliated, and frequently utilize campaign advertising. It is common for… Continue

Added by J. Paul Lanier on October 30, 2010 at 6:00am — 2 Comments

Morning Fix - Daze Off

Something out of Hollywood's old west meets some weird sort of high school - level maturity. Read the comments as well... (Also, have you donated to NMI to help support their not-for-profit online brand of journalism yet?)
Wow,…

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Added by Masshole in Fringecrest on May 31, 2010 at 5:00am — 4 Comments

Election Trend or Fluke?

**There were a number of hyperlinks to sources that, unfortunately, did not make it when I posted this... I'll try to fix it.**

To some, this line of questioning may seem naive. I am a political rookie, I confess. I'm just (and maybe I shouldn't be?) surprised by the election results and I wanted to open this up for (civilized, please) discussion if anyone's game.

The president is a Democrat. Congress has a Democratic majority.

Albuquerque had the same Democrat for… Continue

Added by Tiffany on October 7, 2009 at 6:30pm — 5 Comments

Thank You

Last week, New Mexicans across the district from Belen to Bernalillo, from Estancia to the East Mountains, and, from the Northeast Heights to the South Valley rose up, went to the polls and cast their ballot to change Washington.

To those of you who supported me, I'm humbled by your support and on behalf of my family and my campaign staff, I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart for everything that you've done to make this victory possible. This campaign was never about me -… Continue

Added by Martin Heinrich on November 12, 2008 at 2:39pm — 13 Comments

Go Tell Your Mama - It's Obama! (campaign signs in a post election world)

Wow! There were so many times in the past eight years that I thought a positive change to the national political scene was going to be impossible without a total breakdown of the system, a complete dismantling and even civic revolution. Last night, watching a new, young, charismatic leader accept the Presidency Elect of our country I was (thankfully) proved wrong.

Barack Obama and his brilliant campaign team have, I believe, changed the election process for the future of America.… Continue

Added by Crista on November 5, 2008 at 10:25am — 3 Comments

Looking Forward to Change!

I watched, as most people did, the progress of the polls tonight. Wavering between mail biting and breath taking excitement. The end results seemed apparent to me early on, but some strange superstition made me afraid to celebrate until I heard the declaration that Barack Obama will indeed be the 44th U.S. president.

I am not ashamed to say my eyes watered, my hands trembled, I jumped -literally- for joy. How amazing it is to be part of this historical event.

This has been… Continue

Added by Dawn Allynn on November 4, 2008 at 10:33pm — No Comments

It's Time for Change

I come to Duke City Fix often despite my busy schedule because I believe it's important to participate in this community. And, I will continue to participate even if you give me the honor of serving in Congress. I know that direct political appeals are sometimes frowned upon in this community, but I wanted to share the following note I just sent to my supporters because this is one of the… Continue

Added by Martin Heinrich on November 3, 2008 at 2:00pm — 38 Comments

Halloween GOTV?!!

So yesterday I gave a little, teaser, I guess you could call it, about Trick or Vote. Trick or Vote is going to be an event on Halloween night to get people out to vote in the election (four days later mind you). It is the perfect event for first time volunteers and seasoned veterans alike. NMYO is hosting this event as a part of a national Get Out the Vote project, and as a "Thanks!" to everyone who has helped out all year.

The event will be free, exciting and fun! There are… Continue

Added by The Mind of a Girl on October 21, 2008 at 3:30pm — No Comments

Go Craig Ferguson!

I have been a fan of Craig Ferguson for some time. He's a new United States citizen and here's his take on… Continue

Added by Fenton Ayres on October 16, 2008 at 7:58pm — 3 Comments

Presidential Debate 3 Viewing At UNM Sub Ballroom A

Added by fosgate on October 14, 2008 at 5:47pm — No Comments

Election Boogaloo!

Last Sunday I went to an event dubbed, “Election Boogaloo”. It was organized and hosted by New Mexico Hip-Hop Congress and sponsored by New Mexico Youth Organized. The free all-ages hip-hop/break dancing event was geared at getting people registered, and excited to vote in the up-coming elections. All night the event was themed in a way to encourage others to get out and vote on October 4th. There were even a few people going around in the off chance there was someone that was not already… Continue

Added by The Mind of a Girl on October 6, 2008 at 3:30pm — 2 Comments