Governor Bill Richardson deserves a fair chance in the Democrat party primary for President. [I do not find the term "Democrat" offensive, even in this sense.]
One albatross is the rooster fighting gambling. Rooster fighters (the non-combatants, like Rush Limbaugh), the ones who say "Let's you and him fight!" Gamblers! Not gaming, gambling! The so-called tradition of cock fighting is based on gambling.
We need to correct our laws to eliminate another possible albatross. Now, while the legislature is in session, we need to overhaul our short gun laws. During territorial days and up until 1963, it was unlawful to carry a firearm, except while traveling. No carrying in villages, towns or cities. Since 1963, carrying a firearm openly has been lawful (with restrictions as to places, age of carrier, etc.). This is not even law of the old West. This is law of the ridiculous!
Why saddle Governor Richardson with this albatross? Now is the time. We have the time, in this session of the legislature. Let us lift this burden from the back of the Governor, and bring New Mexico more into the Union.
Showing posts with label NEW MEXICO; GOVERNOR BILL RICHARDSON; HEALTH CARE ENTITLEMENTS FOR CHILDREN. Show all posts
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Wednesday, February 28, 2007
Friday, January 05, 2007
NEW MEXICO GOVERNOR GIVES INAUGURAL ADDRESS
New Mexico's Governor, Bill Richardson, began his second four-year term on Monday, January 1, 2007. In his speech, Governor Richardson set some very important goals. Here are several, dealing with the lives of the children of New Mexico.
Speaking of his first term, the Governor said, "We made health insurance more affordable for small businesses, and guaranteed that every child under five can get quality health care." He explained that [even now] "Too many New Mexico families have their home budget stretched and their opporunities limited, by poor health and no health care."
Looking ahead, he said, "I believe that together, we can make New Mexico a place where every child can get a sound education, grow up safe and healthy, find a good paying job, be near their families and build their dreams. . . . . Because for New Mexico -- the best is yet to come."
These words warm the heart. Now let us put forth a challenge to our sister Western states to match these goals. Yes, we are speaking of entitlements, and that means taxpayer money. Let us face it; first things first.
Speaking of his first term, the Governor said, "We made health insurance more affordable for small businesses, and guaranteed that every child under five can get quality health care." He explained that [even now] "Too many New Mexico families have their home budget stretched and their opporunities limited, by poor health and no health care."
Looking ahead, he said, "I believe that together, we can make New Mexico a place where every child can get a sound education, grow up safe and healthy, find a good paying job, be near their families and build their dreams. . . . . Because for New Mexico -- the best is yet to come."
These words warm the heart. Now let us put forth a challenge to our sister Western states to match these goals. Yes, we are speaking of entitlements, and that means taxpayer money. Let us face it; first things first.
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