Monthly Archives: July 2024

A few brilliant students at the state Civics Bee

Posted on July 14, 2024 by merilee

You should have seen Keith Lee at the state finals. Lee was the first place winner of the New Mexico Civics Bee this year. He previously came in second at the regional level. The regional first place winner was Auburn … Continue reading →

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Correcting mistakes

Posted on July 14, 2024 by merilee

In a campaign season filled with distortions, half truths and outright lies, the least I can do is correct my own mistake. I made a factual error in my last column by writing that New Mexico House District 31 had … Continue reading →

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Do your research before you vote

Posted on July 14, 2024 by merilee

“We need bold solutions, drastic overhauls and serious reforms,” writes a candidate for the legislature in op-ed article. Bold, huh? Boy, that’s new and exciting. Oh, wait. It isn’t. It’s a standard cliché for everybody who runs for office. This … Continue reading →

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Regulations must consider the smallest businesses

Posted on July 14, 2024 by merilee

The man was said to be the only electrician in Mora, and my agency forced him out of business. This was around 20 years ago. I learned about it in a staff meeting. The assistant general counsel who told us … Continue reading →

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