Joe Biden’s Vision for the American Economy

Joe Biden believes now is the time to harness the energy and ingenuity of the American people to build a new American economy. How does he propose to do it? For more information on Joe Biden’s vision for the American economy, check out https://joebiden.com/joes-vision/ He will renew American manufacturing by Promoting comprehensive plans to “Buy American, “starting with $400 billion in government purchasing power to buy American products. Investing $300 billion in American research and development of new products. Proposing a manufacturing tax credit to…

Candidate Profile: Linda Lopez

  Candidate Profile: Linda Lopez Since first being elected to the New Mexico Senate in 1996, Senator Lopez has served Senate District 11 in Southwest Albuquerque, with passion and an uncompromised work ethic. It is rare for her to face opposition, however this election cycle she has an opponent, Republican Marylinda Price. Ms. Lopez has a strong presence in the Senate. She chairs the Rules Committee and serves on the Judiciary Committee. It is imperative that Senator Lopez retain her seat. She appreciates the…

Newcomers With Political Will to Move Land Grant Fund Legislation Forward

Newcomers With Political Will to Move Land Grant Fund Legislation Forward By M. Benevento With nearly $20 billion on deposit, many legislators believe it’s time to put a portion of dividends to work for our state’s children and families. Yet, in past years, proposals to tap New Mexico’s Land Grant Permanent Fund (LGPF) have never made it to the point of a vote in the Senate. Just last February the Senate Rules Committee saw a walkout by members opposed– so that a vote proposing…

New Mexico’s Land Grant Permanent Fund – Its Origin, Current Use, and Future Possibilities

If you missed this compelling panel discussion earlier in the month, here’s another opportunity to tune in. There’s much to learn -- and much at stake. Participants: Comm. of Public Lands, Stephanie Garcia Richards Sen. Linda Lopez, SD 11 Rep. Antonio “Moe” Maestas, HD 16 Rep. Javier Martínez, HD 11 [EMBED YouTube] https://youtu.be/0TcApgCO9w4

Ballot Initiative #1 and the Power of the PRC

This election, the voters will decide whether they approve of an amendment to the NM State Constitution that would change how members are chosen for the Public Regulation Commission (PRC). Do you know how you will vote on this important issue? Join us for our next WSD meeting to learn about the ballot initiative and, more importantly, how the state’s most powerful regulatory body impacts us every single day. We will hear from two candidates who are running for two of the five PRC…

Candidate Profile: Harold Pope

Candidate Profile: Harold Pope Senate District 23 is a long held Republican seat. Harold Pope is challenging Senate District 23 incumbent Sander Rue, who has been in the senate for 12 years. Harold brings a strong background in public service to his first campaign. He is an Air Force Veteran, worked for the City of Albuquerque, was a substitute teacher in APS and has led many volunteer organizations. Harold has always put service before self. That is why he will make an excellent Senator…

COVID-19 is Devastating America and Donald Trump Intends to Eliminate the Affordable Care Act What Will Joe Biden Do?

COVID-19 is Devastating America and Donald Trump Intends to Eliminate the Affordable Care Act. What Will Joe Biden Do? For more information on Joe Biden’s plans for dealing with COVID-19, check out https://joebiden.com/covid-plan/ On September 16, with 188,802 Americans dead of COVID-19, Joe Biden tweeted “We’re going to get this virus under control and get your life back on track.”  He plans to do this by: Ensuring that public health decisions are made by public health professionals, not by politicians. Guaranteeing every single person…

Your Vote — Make It Count!

  Your Vote — Make It Count! Bernalillo County Clerk Linda Stover and her staff educated voters on the three ways you can vote in the general election -- Absentee, Early Voting, or Same-Day Voting. During the DPBC sponsored meeting, which was held via zoom on August 26,  Stover also gave an overview of how her office will make it as easy as possible for EVERYONE to vote and do it SAFELY! The team, which included Jaime Diaz and Nathan Jaramillo, called for everyone…

How Do You Canvass an Independent Voter?

How Do You Canvass an independent Voter? Ever wonder how to talk to an Independent voter or a swing voter?   This will be the timely topic of the 4th Monday Training Series on Monday, Sept. 28, 6:00-7:30 pm. on Monday, Sept. 28. Katharine Clark will be the presenter.   This will be a virtual training. To receive the link to the meeting, please register here: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIof-2vqTIqGNJfKSUzQf_KKTERN585lzIc   This training will cover the psychology of political persuasion and how to: ✔️listen to, ✔️relate to…

Representative Karen Bash District 68

Representative Karen Bash District 68 Ms. Bash is running for reelection to the New Mexico House of Representatives from District 68. Representative Bash was elected in November 2016, defeating Republican Monica Youngblood who had held this seat since 2012. District 68 is in Northwest Albuquerque. Representative Bash brings an interesting and diverse resume to politics. She has a Masters in Special Education and has a Master of Divinity Degree. In her first term in the legislature, she focused on New Mexico’s children and healthcare.…