Over the last few years, the United States has begun gradual reformations within the criminal justice system. President Obama has commuted hundreds of non-violent drug offenders who were caught up in the war on drugs. Congress has undertaken some criminal justice reform, which has only recently stalled due to politics. And many states, to include…
Month: September 2016
Nota Bene: 39 Days
Albuquerque – My encounters with new voters of all ages is always informative and slightly entertaining. Some of our peers believe one has to vote for the egos nominated by the party of their affiliation. The tools of the Duopoly probably do not wish to correct this common misconception. I say “probably” because I was…
Special Session Set for Friday, Winter is Coming
Santa Fe – Gov. Martinez announced Wednesday that a special legislative session will convene Friday to fix a budget shortfall for FY 2016. As was previously announced, the Governor will also ask lawmakers to consider reinstating the death penalty. No one expects significant legislation from this special session; the death penalty push by the Governor…
Where Have You Been? I’m Glad You Asked (Even if You Didn’t)
Folks that keep up with New Mexico politics might recognize my name. Better odds are, however, that you have no clue who I am. And if that’s the case, providing my insight on “all things political” probably won’t be of much value without some sort of introduction. In 2013, I announced my candidacy for the…