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KUNM News Archives: 2008 - October
Stories from Fri., 31 Oct. 2008
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Broken Voting Machines Replaced for Election Day |
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By: Bryan Gibel
Several County Clerks are reporting that some of their ballot counting machines have failed during early voting. The clerks say they are concerned about more problems on election day. But as Bryan Gibel reports, Secretary of State Mary Herrera says the broken machines have been replaced by back up machines...
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Stories from Thu., 30 Oct. 2008
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Airdate: Thu., 30 Oct. 2008 |
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New Mexico Independent |
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By: Sarah Gustavus
KUNM's Sarah Gustavus talks about this week's headlines with New Mexico Independent editor Trip Jennings. Listen
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Airdate: Thu., 30 Oct. 2008 |
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State's Election Contractor May Be Subcontracting Without Written Agreement |
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By: Jim Williams
The company that Secretary of State Mary Herrera's office uses for election support may be violating its contract with the state by subcontracting work to another company. That's the word from a lawyer looking into the matter. It's an issue that could be headed to a the attorney general's office. KUNM's...
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Airdate: Thu., 30 Oct. 2008 |
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Republican Party Says PAC Illegally Endorsed Obama in Mailer |
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By: Julie LaJeunesse
The New Mexico Republican Party says a state Democratic Political Action Committee has illegally endorsed presidential candidate Barack Obama. About fifty mailers were sent to homes on the west-side of Albuquerque last week. They included pictures of Democratic leaders like Governor Bill Richardson...
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Airdate: Thu., 30 Oct. 2008 |
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Profiles of Martin Heinrich and Darren White |
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By: John West and Sarah Gustavus
New Mexico’s candidates for the first Congressional seat both have experience in public service. Democrat Martin Heinrich served as an Albuquerque city council member, and Republican Darren White is the current Bernalillo County sheriff. Today, we’ll hear what both candidates have to say about their...
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Airdate: Thu., 30 Oct. 2008 |
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Northern New Mexico Transit Tax Getting Mixed Reviews |
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By: Scott Ki
On this year's ballot, residents of four counties - Los Alamos, Rio Arriba, Santa Fe, and Taos - that make up the North Central regional Transit District, or NCRTD, are being asked to approve an increase in their Gross Receipts Tax. The debate over whether the tax is necessary is particularly heated...
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Stories from Wed., 29 Oct. 2008
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Airdate: Wed., 29 Oct. 2008 |
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District Three Candidate Profiles |
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By: Jim Williams
Los Alamos National Laboratory, the state capitol, acequias, and the site of an annual Easter pilgrimage...just a few of the things in the state's Third Congressional District. KUNM's Jim Williams continues our look at the top races in this election with profiles of the candidates for the district's...
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Airdate: Wed., 29 Oct. 2008 |
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Secretary of State: Those Who Haven't Received Absentee Ballots Yet May Vote Normally |
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By: Jim Williams
Secretary of State Mary Herrera says voters who haven't yet received their absentee ballots by mail can vote now without one. Herrera sent word to county clerks Wednesday to implement a process to allow those voters to cast ballots early or on election day. KUNM's Jim Williams reports. Listen
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Airdate: Wed., 29 Oct. 2008 |
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County Clerks Raise Concerns About Voting Problems |
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By: Bryan Gibel
County Clerks around New Mexico are concerned by problems they've seen with ballot counting machines. As KUNM's Bryan Gibel reports, at least one county has reported problems with machines during early voting, and clerks say the Secretary of State's office hasn't done enough to prevent further problems...
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Airdate: Wed., 29 Oct. 2008 |
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NM Has Third Highest Percentage of Uninsured Kids in the Nation |
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By: Evan Woodward
New Mexico has the third highest percentage of uninsured children in the nation according to a new study released Wednesday by Families USA. As KRWG's Evan Woodward reports, more than one out of every six children in the state lacks health care coverage. Listen
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Stories from Tue., 28 Oct. 2008
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Airdate: Tue., 28 Oct. 2008 |
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Commentary: When it Comes to Alternative Energy, It's About the Money |
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By: Graydon Anderson
Earlier this month, KUNM commentator Mark Sardella said the technology for alternative energy is ready, but there isn't enough political support for renewables like wind and solar. KUNM listener Graydon Anderson heard that commentary and has a different understanding of why we aren't already utilizing...
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Airdate: Tue., 28 Oct. 2008 |
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Profiles of US Senate Candidates Steve Pearce and Tom Udall |
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By: Elaine Baumgartel and Sarah Gustavus
Two of New Mexico’s US Representatives are entering the home stretch in the race for the US Senate seat being vacated after 36 years by Senate Republican Pete Domenici. First, we hear from Democrat and Third District Representative Tom Udall. KUNM's Elaine Baumgartel asked him why he voted against...
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Stories from Mon., 27 Oct. 2008
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Airdate: Mon., 27 Oct. 2008 |
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Obama Rallies Supporters in Albuqureque |
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By: Elaine Baumgartel
Democratic Presidential candidate Barack Obama held an Early Vote Rally in Albuquerque on Saturday night. As KUNM’s Elaine Baumgartel reports, a huge crowd of excited Obama supporters gathered to hear the candidate just over one week ahead of the November 4th general election. Listen Hear more of...
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Airdate: Mon., 27 Oct. 2008 |
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McCain Holds Rally in Mesilla |
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By: Evan Woodward
An estimated 4,000 people flocked to the historic Mesilla Plaza Saturday afternoon to see Republican Presidential Nominee John McCain. As KRWG's Evan Woodward reports, the Arizona Senator told his supporters that even though he's trailing in the polls, the election isn't over yet. Listen You can hear...
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Airdate: Mon., 27 Oct. 2008 |
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Republicans Canvass in Albuquerque |
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By: Sarah Gustavus
In addition to visits from the presidential candidates themselves, many New Mexicans have heard from Barack Obama and John McCain supporters in recent months as well. That includes their neighbors who volunteer to make phone calls and knock on doors to talk about the races and encourage people to vote....
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Airdate: Mon., 27 Oct. 2008 |
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Interview: Greg Palast on Voting |
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By: Elaine Baumgartel
This year’s presidential campaigns have battled to win over voters in key swing states like Ohio, Florida, Pennsylvania and New Mexico. Two of those states – Florida and Ohio - decided the past two presidential elections. Many voters remember questions about whether provisional ballots would be counted...
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Airdate: Mon., 27 Oct. 2008 |
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Interview: RNC Chairman Mike Duncan |
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By: Sarah Gustavus
Voters in New Mexico have received significant attention from both the Democratic and Republican presidential campaigns this year. Over the weekend, both Obama and McCain made stops in Albuquerque. KUNM recently heard from Democratic National Committee Chairman Howard Dean about how New Mexico fits...
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Airdate: Mon., 27 Oct. 2008 |
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ACLU Files Suit on Alleged Voter Intimidation and Release of Confidential Data |
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By: Jim Williams
The American Civil Liberties Union has filed a lawsuit in state court to stop what it calls voter intimidation and illegal releases of voter information in New Mexico. As KUNM's Jim Williams reports, the suit revolves around voter registrations that some in the GOP have contended are fraudulent, as well...
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Stories from Fri., 24 Oct. 2008
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Airdate: Fri., 24 Oct. 2008 |
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Interview: Man Lived With Grizzly Bears in Kamchatka, Russia |
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By: Sarah Gustavus
Charlie Russell, along with his father and brother, made one of the first documentaries about wild bears more than 40 years ago. Now 67 years old, Russell has spent years around wild bears. He’s also the subject of a film playing at the Wild Film festival in Albuquerque this weekend. In the film Edge...
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Stories from Thu., 23 Oct. 2008
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Airdate: Thu., 23 Oct. 2008 |
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New Mexico Independent |
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By: Sarah Gustavus
KUNM's Sarah Gustavus speaks with New Mexico Independent Editor Trip Jennings about this weeks headlines. Listen
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Airdate: Thu., 23 Oct. 2008 |
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Secretary of State Authorizes County Clerks to Extend Early Voting Hours |
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By: Jim Williams
In response to heavy early voting turnout thus far, Secretary of State Mary Herrera's office says county clerks who want to extend early voting hours may do so. The decision is raising some concerns about extending already overtaxed personnel. Gerald Gonzales is state Elections Director. He says if...
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Airdate: Thu., 23 Oct. 2008 |
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Buckman Direct Diversion Project Planners Discuss Safety of Drinking Water |
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By: Scott Ki
Construction on a $250 million project to supplement Santa Fe’s water supply broke ground in September. However, questions still linger about whether the water drawn from the Rio Grande below Los Alamos National Laboratory will be safe to drink. KUNM’s Scott Ki attended a lunch forum on Wednesday to...
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Airdate: Thu., 23 Oct. 2008 |
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Review: The Last Mistress |
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By: Enid Howarth
The film The Last Mistress is coming to Albuquerque this week. Our reviewer Enid Howarth says the period film approaches infidelity with a uniquely French approach to the subject. Listen Enid Howarth retired from UNM and is now going to the movies.
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Airdate: Thu., 23 Oct. 2008 |
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Interview: Comparing Maori and Native American Court Cases |
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By: Sarah Gustavus
Both New Zealand and the United States were British colonies, and each country has struggled with the claims of sovereignty for native people. Today, the Maori people in New Zealand make up about 15% of the population. Native Americans make up a little less than 2% of the US population. Sian Elias,...
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Stories from Wed., 22 Oct. 2008
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Airdate: Wed., 22 Oct. 2008 |
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PRC District 3 Candidates Participate in Forum |
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By: Scott Ki
Voters finally got a bit of a look at the two candidates in what has become a contentious and controversial Public Regulation Commission race. The District 3 PRC candidates participated in a forum Tuesday morning in Santa Fe – their only joint appearance to date. KUNM's Scott Ki has this report. Listen...
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Airdate: Wed., 22 Oct. 2008 |
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NM ACLU Asks Attorney General to Investigate If Clerk's Office Released Confidential Information |
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The New Mexico chapter of the American Civil Liberties Union has asked state officials to investigate whether the Bernalillo County Clerk's office turned over confidential information to the Republican Party. Last week, the Republican Party alleged they had information about potentially fraudulent voter...
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Airdate: Wed., 22 Oct. 2008 |
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Republicans Respond to Controversial Alamogordo Letter to the Editor |
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By: Armando Martinez
Top New Mexico Republicans are responding to inflammatory comments made by a county GOP leader. Otero County Republican Marcia Stirman wrote a letter to the editor in yesterday's Alamagordo Daily News titled, "Why I am a Republican." In the letter, Stirman claimed Muslims are the enemies of America and...
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Stories from Tue., 21 Oct. 2008
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Airdate: Tue., 21 Oct. 2008 |
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Tiny Tijeras Company's Role in Elections Suprises, Concerns Some |
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By: Jim Williams
Who compiles New Mexico’s voting data on election night? The answer to that question might depend on whom you ask. And as KUNM’s Jim Williams reports, one answer might surprise you. Williams: New Mexico began using a paper ballot system in 2006. The voter fills in bubbles on the ballot with a pen,...
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Stories from Mon., 20 Oct. 2008
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Airdate: Mon., 20 Oct. 2008 |
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High Turnout on First Day of Early Voting in New Mexico |
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By: Jim Williams
Turnout on the first full day of early voting in New Mexico on Saturday was higher than many election officials say they'd expected, and it caused some problems. Over 2,000 showed up to cast early ballots in Santa Fe County alone. County Clerk Valerie Espinosa (ess-pin-OH-suh) said it was unprecedented....
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Stories from Fri., 17 Oct. 2008
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Airdate: Fri., 17 Oct. 2008 |
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New Mexico Weekly Business Update |
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By: Sarah Gustavus
The New Mexico Weekly Business Update with Sarah Gustavus and Megan Kamerick. Listen
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Airdate: Fri., 17 Oct. 2008 |
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Secretary of State Expects High Early Voting Turnout in New Mexico |
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By: Sarah Gustavus
Secretary of State Mary Herrera says she's expecting heavy turnout for in person early voting, which begins tomorrow for the 2008 general election. Herrera says early absentee voting, which started October 7th, is an indication of what counties across the state can expect. Listen Bernalillo County...
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Airdate: Fri., 17 Oct. 2008 |
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Election Protection Coalition Hotline Answers Voter Questions |
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By: Armando Martinez
Early voting starts this weekend in New Mexico. KUNM's Armando Martinez has more on a resource available for voters who have concerns or run into problems. Listen
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Airdate: Fri., 17 Oct. 2008 |
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Senator Joe Biden Visits New Mexico |
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By: Sarah Gustavus
Democratic vice-presidential candidate Joe Biden warned supporters today in New Mexico the state is still up for grabs. Some predict the final 18 days of the campaign could get ugly. Governor Bill Richardson introduced Biden at today's rally at the Old Mesilla Plaza near Las Cruces. Listen Biden asked...
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Airdate: Fri., 17 Oct. 2008 |
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Profile: Blacksmith and Irish Folksinger Michael Hennerty |
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By: Deborah Begel
It's fall in New Mexico, which means it's time to take in a studio tour or two. Last weekend, despite an occasional downpour, Abiquiu artists opened their shops and studios. Next weekend Dixon pulls out the stops. This weekend? Try Galisteo or El Rito. In a preview of stop number nineteen in El Rito,...
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Stories from Thu., 16 Oct. 2008
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Airdate: Thu., 16 Oct. 2008 |
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Republicans Gather to Watch the Last Presidential Debate |
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By: Bryan Gibel
Supporters gathered at the McCain campaign headquarters in Albuquerque last night to watch the final presidential debate between Senators John McCain and Barack Obama. As KUNM's Bryan Gibel reports, McCain's supporters were buzzing with enthusiasm for their candidate and eager to get involved in the...
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Airdate: Thu., 16 Oct. 2008 |
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Democrats React to Final Presidential Debate |
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By: John West
About a hundred-fifty Albuquerque Democrats turned out to watch the debate at a popular restaurant on Central Avenue. As KUNM’s John West reports, voter response to Obama’s performance was also enthusiastic. Listen
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Airdate: Thu., 16 Oct. 2008 |
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New Mexico Independent |
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By: Sarah Gustavus
KUNM's Sarah Gustavus speaks with New Mexico Independent editor Trip Jennings about this week's headlines. Listen
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Stories from Wed., 15 Oct. 2008
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Airdate: Wed., 15 Oct. 2008 |
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In Espanola, Undecided Voters Swayed by War, Economic Woes |
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By: Jim Williams
Just two and a half weeks before election day, what's going on in the minds of New Mexico's undecided voters? Many of them are in the northern part of the state, where a hard-fought Democratic presidential primary race still rings in their ears. KUNM's Jim Williams reports that as the economy continues...
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Airdate: Wed., 15 Oct. 2008 |
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UNM Looks to Final Presidential Debate |
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Voters will get a last chance to hear the presidential candidates discuss the issues at tonight’s debate. This afternoon on the University of New Mexico campus, some students said they’re hoping to see some changes in the tone of the final debate. Listen That UNM student, Lindsey, also said she’d like...
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Airdate: Wed., 15 Oct. 2008 |
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Interview: Traci Voyles on the History of Uranium Mining on Navajo Land |
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By: John West
As the US continues to struggle with rising energy costs and demand, the prospect of new uranium mining in the Four Corners region resurfaces. Traci Voyles is a University of California San Diego graduate student working on a history of Uranium Mining on Navajo Land. KUNM's John West asked her about...
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Airdate: Wed., 15 Oct. 2008 |
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Bernalillo Co. Economic Developer Vows to Stop Doing Individual Campaign Work |
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By: Jim Williams
Bernalillo County's top economic official is saying he'll discontinue his side work on political campaigns. As KUNM's Jim Williams reports, he says he will continue volunteering as a consultant for a state campaign committee. Listen
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Stories from Tue., 14 Oct. 2008
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Airdate: Tue., 14 Oct. 2008 |
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Interview: Howard Dean on New Mexico and the General Election |
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By: Evan Woodward
With the 2008 Presidential Election less than three weeks away, polls are showing the outcome will most likely be determined by a few key battleground states, such as New Mexico. KRWG's Evan Woodward spoke to the Chairman of the Democratic National Committee Howard Dean about the importance of the state...
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Airdate: Tue., 14 Oct. 2008 |
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Violence Caused by Warring Drug Gangs Leaves At Least 54 Dead |
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By: Kent Paterson
Violence blamed on warring drug gangs continues to afflict the border city of Ciudad Juarez and the state of Chihuahua. Since last Thursday, several massacres and other killings have left at least 54 people dead. In at least one violent incident, Mexican law enforcement officials are blaming a cross-border...
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Stories from Mon., 13 Oct. 2008
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Airdate: Mon., 13 Oct. 2008 |
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General Election Could Mean Big Changes For Immigrants, Border Communities |
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By: Marco Grajeda
With the general election around the corner, rural communities in many states, from Oklahoma to New York, are hopeful the next President will stem the flow of illegal immigration with beefed up border security. Doing so means untangling the web of communities along the US/Mexico border. As KRWG's Marco...
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Airdate: Mon., 13 Oct. 2008 |
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KUNM/New Mexico Independent: Bernalillo County Economic Development Coordinator Running Side Campaign Business |
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By: Jim Williams and Trip Jennings
Bernalillo County's economic development coordinator has been running a side business as a political strategist for state and county lawmakers, and some officials are questioning it. As KUNM's Jim Williams reports in tandem with the New Mexico Independent's Trip Jennings, much of the side work was done...
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Stories from Fri., 10 Oct. 2008
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Airdate: Fri., 10 Oct. 2008 |
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Report: Medicaid Helped New Mexico Economy Grow |
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By: Armando Martinez
New Mexicans concerned with government spending may actually be benefiting from it. According to a recent report from the Fiscal Policy Project, a program of New Mexico Voices for children, Medicaid has helped the states economy grow. Gerry Bradley is the research director for New Mexico Voices for...
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Airdate: Fri., 10 Oct. 2008 |
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Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Stumps for Obama in New Mexico |
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By: Jim Williams
Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama has another high profile surrogate in the state today. Attorney and environmental advocate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. was in Las Vegas, Taos, and Santa Fe, where he spoke on a number of issues. KUNM's Jim Williams has more. Listen
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Airdate: Fri., 10 Oct. 2008 |
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Attorney General's Office Finds No Evidence of Crime in Missing Ballot Case |
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By: Julie LaJeunesse
The missing ballots in Cibola County are still missing, but New Mexico Attorney General Gary King says his office found no evidence of criminal wrongdoing. In June, Clemente Sanchez lost to David Ulibarri in a 3-way democratic primary race for the state senate seat in District 30. The close results...
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Airdate: Fri., 10 Oct. 2008 |
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New Mexico Weekly Business Update |
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By: Sarah Gustavus
The New Mexico Weekly Business Update, with Sarah Gustavus and Megan Kamerick. Listen
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Airdate: Fri., 10 Oct. 2008 |
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Review: "Boogie Man" Examines Origins of Current Political Styles |
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By: Jim Terr
A documentary opening tonight in Santa Fe offers a fascinating but frightening look into the origin of the current style of American politics. KUNM’s Jim Terr has this review. Listen Jim Terr is a satirist, actor and documentary producer in Santa Fe.
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Stories from Thu., 9 Oct. 2008
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Airdate: Thu., 9 Oct. 2008 |
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Albuquerque Will Host Summit Focused on High School Dropouts |
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By: Mireya Hernandez
The Mayor of Albuquerque wants to get the city's high schools back on track. Yesterday, he announced plans to bring national and community leaders together to find ways to keep students in school. KUNM's Mireya Hernandez has more on efforts to curb dropouts around the state. Listen
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Airdate: Thu., 9 Oct. 2008 |
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Review: "The Weir" |
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By: Jim Terr
An evening of scary stories told around the bar in a rural Irish pub can go far beyond horror, and makes for great theater. Jim Terr has the details about a play running in Albuquerque called "The Weir." Listen Jim Terr is a satirist, actor and documentary producer from Santa Fe.
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Airdate: Thu., 9 Oct. 2008 |
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New Mexico Independent |
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By: Sarah Gustavus
KUNM's Sarah Gustavus discusses the big stories of this week with Trip Jennings, editor of the New Mexico Independent. Listen
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Stories from Wed., 8 Oct. 2008
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Airdate: Wed., 8 Oct. 2008 |
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Ahead in the Polls, Udall Picks Up Newspaper Endorsement |
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By: Evan Woodward
Democratic United States Senate Candidate Ton Udall received some good news this week. On Sunday he was endorsed by the Santa Fe New Mexican. Then a new poll released by the Albuquerque Journal on Monday showed Udall with a big lead over his Republican opponent, Congressman Steve Pearce. KRWG's Evan...
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Airdate: Wed., 8 Oct. 2008 |
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Latinos Predicted to Vote in Record Numbers |
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By: Kent Paterson
Many political observers predict record numbers of Latinos will cast ballots in this year’s elections, constituting a key swing vote. In New Mexico, yet another new poll is good news for the Democrats. KUNM’s Kent Paterson has more. Listen
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Stories from Tue., 7 Oct. 2008
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Airdate: Tue., 7 Oct. 2008 |
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Espanola Farmer's Market Ushers in the Fall |
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By: Deborah Begel
A sure sign of fall is when farmers gather their biggest squash and pumpkins and bring them to the Espanola Farmer's Market for the annual vegetable contests. KUNM reporter Deborah Begel took us along for her visit this week to check out the last of this year's fall selection. Listen
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Airdate: Tue., 7 Oct. 2008 |
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In New Mexico, McCain Speaks with Local People on National Issues |
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By: Sarah Gustavus
Republican Presidential Candidate John McCain visited Albuquerque yesterday to rally supporters at an event on the University of New Mexico campus. KUNM's Sarah Gustavus has more on how McCain connected national issues to local voters. Listen
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Airdate: Tue., 7 Oct. 2008 |
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Analysis: Albuquerque Journal Poll Shows Obama With an Edge in New Mexico |
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By: Evan Woodward
The Albuquerque Journal released a new political poll last weekend that showed Barack Obama with a slight advantage over John McCain among New Mexico voters. KRWG's Evan Woodward spoke with the politics reporter for the Journal, Jeff Jones, and the online political journalist, Heath Haussamen to get...
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Stories from Mon., 6 Oct. 2008
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Airdate: Mon., 6 Oct. 2008 |
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McCain Holds Rally at the University of New Mexico |
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By: Sarah Gustavus
Republican Presidential Candidate John McCain visited Albuquerque this afternoon for a rally on the University of New Mexico main campus. Senator McCain's speech focused on issues like health care and the current economic crisis. McCain mentioned today's news that the Dow fell below 10,000. He said...
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Stories from Fri., 3 Oct. 2008
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Airdate: Fri., 3 Oct. 2008 |
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Concerned Citizens in Mexico Demand Crackdown on US Genetically-Modified Corn |
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By: Kent Paterson
Small farmers and environmentalists in the state of Chihuahua, Mexico, are demanding a crackdown on genetically-modified corn seed imported from the United States. KUNM's Kent Paterson has more on the latest chapter in this conflict over what some consider an issue of food sovereignty and indigenous...
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Airdate: Fri., 3 Oct. 2008 |
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Wind Farm to be Built Outside of Taos |
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By: Eric Mack
They're all talking about it - economists, environmentalists, the Presidential candidates, even a legendary oil man. They've all got the bug for wind power. In Taos, two men are hoping their plan for a major wind project could transform the dusty high desert. KUNM's Eric Mack visited the site to talk...
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Airdate: Fri., 3 Oct. 2008 |
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New Mexico Weekly Business Update |
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By: Sarah Gustavus
The New Mexico Weekly Business Update, with KUNM's Sarah Gustavus and Megan Kamerick. Listen
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Stories from Thu., 2 Oct. 2008
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Airdate: Thu., 2 Oct. 2008 |
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New Mexico Independent |
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By: Sarah Gustavus
KUNM's Sarah Gustavus speaks with Trip Jennings and Marjorie Childress of the New Mexico Independent about this week in news. Listen
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Airdate: Thu., 2 Oct. 2008 |
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Former US Attorney David Iglesias on Department of Justice Report |
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By: Elaine Baumgartel
The Department of Justice released a report Monday detailing results of an investigation into the firing of nine US attorneys in 2006. The report lists the former US Attorney David Iglesias as one of the most troubling by then Attorney General Alberto Gonzalez. The report also says complaints about...
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Airdate: Thu., 2 Oct. 2008 |
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New Mexico Senators Approve Bailout Bill |
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By: Yanmei Xie
Both new Mexico Senators voted with the overwhelming majority that passed the $700 billion rescue bill Wednesday. Yanmei Xie has more from Washington. Listen
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Airdate: Thu., 2 Oct. 2008 |
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Reporter's Voter Registration Goes M.I.A. |
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By: Sarah Gustavus
There's less than one week left for people in New Mexico to register to vote in this year's elections. That deadline made KUNM reporter Sarah Gustavus realize that she wasn't quite sure what happened to her voter registration. Listen
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Airdate: Thu., 2 Oct. 2008 |
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State Challenges Desert Rock Air Quality Permit |
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By: Mireya Hernandez
The state of New Mexico has filed a legal challenge to the air permit for the proposed Desert Rock power plant in northwestern New Mexico. The Environmental Protection Agency granted an Air Permit for the coal fired power power plant in July. The appeal filed today by state attorney General Gary king...
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Airdate: Thu., 2 Oct. 2008 |
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Series of Meetings on APS Begin |
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By: Elaine Baumgartel
The first in a series of public meetings on the performance of the Albuquerque Public School System will be held tonight. KUNM's Elaine Baumgartel has more. Listen
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Airdate: Thu., 2 Oct. 2008 |
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Senate Includes Clean Energy Tax Incentives in Bailout Bill |
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By: Evan Woodward
The US Senate passed their version of the financial rescue package last night. In that legislation, they also included clean energy tax incentives. The plan would extend tax credits for wind, solar and other renewable energy sources. Most of those are set to expire at the end of the year. KRWG's Evan...
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Stories from Wed., 1 Oct. 2008
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Get the Latest Election 2008 News from KUNM |
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KUNM now has rallies, forums, debates, speeches, and all of our 2008 election coverage in one place. Click Full Story, then the link below this text to see our 2008 Elections page.
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Airdate: Wed., 1 Oct. 2008 |
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US and Mexico Officials Meet to Discuss Possible International Railroad Crossing |
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By: Marco Grajeda
Yesterday, a group of Mexican and American officials discussed a proposed international railroad crossing linking Southern New Mexico with the state of Chihuahua, Mexico. As KRWG’s Marco Grajeda reports, officials from both countries say the project will be a huge benefit to the local economy. Listen...
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Commentary: Is Renewable Energy Really Not Doable NOW? |
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By: Mark Sardella
Is wind, solar, and biomass power ready for prime time? Or is it, like some politicians and energy suppliers say, not quite there yet? Commentator Mark Sardella says it all depends on who you ask. Listen Mark Sardella is a professional engineer and chairman of the non-profit Local Energy in Santa Fe....
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Area Code Switch Deadline Draws Near |
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By: Armando Martinez
This Sunday is the deadline for many New Mexicans in Southern and Northern parts of the state to make the switchover from their current 505 area code to the new 575 area code. Listen That's Paul Carbajal, spokesman for the State Public Regulations Commission. He says cell phone customers who are not...
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