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KUNM News Archives: 2002 - November
Stories from Wed., 27 Nov. 2002
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Airdate: Wed., 27 Nov. 2002 |
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Labs Consider Controversial Weapons |
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Sandia National Laboratories is in line to receive funding for a controversial new nuclear weapons technology. Joe Gardner Wessely reports on the so-called "bunker-busting bombs.
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Airdate: Wed., 27 Nov. 2002 |
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Life of Margaret Randall Subject of Documentary |
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New Mexico writer Margaret Randall is the subject of a documentary that will screen as part of the Santa Fe Film Festival. "The Unapologetic Life of Margaret Randall will show on Thursday December 5 at Plan B, and again on Saturday December 7 at Muse Media. Ms. Randall will make an appearance at the...
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Airdate: Wed., 27 Nov. 2002 |
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A Conversation with Author and Painter Angus McPherson |
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KUNM critic Ron Chapman normally chats with authors, but today's conversation is with Angus McPherson, who not only writes but also paints. McPherson's book is called "A Good Mystery." His book and his paintings are at the Dartmouth Street Gallery in Albuquerque.
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Airdate: Wed., 27 Nov. 2002 |
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Members of Congress Reflect on Session |
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With the recent session of Congress now in the history books, two members of New Mexico's Congressional delegation offer different viewpoints on the session's accomplishments. Tom Trowbridge has more.
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Stories from Tue., 26 Nov. 2002
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Airdate: Tue., 26 Nov. 2002 |
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Families in Need Not Getting Assistance |
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A statewide survey on New Mexico hunger reveals that needy families are not getting all the help they are entitled to. Jeremiah Luria Johnson reports.
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Airdate: Tue., 26 Nov. 2002 |
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Groups Find Alternatives to Thanksgiving |
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This year, groups in Albuquerque will be hosting alternative events during the Thanksgiving holiday. These activities include a three-day indigenous event and an anti-war rally. Maria Del Rio has details.
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Airdate: Tue., 26 Nov. 2002 |
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Non-profit Finds Other Funding Resources |
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Many community non-profit organizations depend on philanthropic foundations for their financial support. The recent downturn in the economy has led to decreased support for some non-profits, however the Santa Fe Community Foundation has found ways to continue its community giving. Marcos Martinez spoke...
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Stories from Mon., 25 Nov. 2002
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Airdate: Mon., 25 Nov. 2002 |
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Commentary: War in December? |
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Transcript: At no time since the Axis of Evil speech has the president of the United States ever conceded that there was not cause for full-scale war against Iraq. Advisors have raised questions but the president has never wavered. Over objections from the Joint Chiefs in May, and from prominent...
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Airdate: Mon., 25 Nov. 2002 |
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Community Gets Involved at Education Forum |
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Recently, two education groups arranged a forum on education, allowing the community to share ideas and leard more about their choices and options. Trine Skovgaard reports on the results.
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Airdate: Mon., 25 Nov. 2002 |
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15th Annual Festival of the Cranes Provides Unique Festivities |
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The 15th annual Festival of the Cranes concluded November 24th at the Bosque Del Apache wildlife refuge south of Socorro. This years festivities included a duck calling contest. Carole Nez attended the wild festivities.
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Airdate: Mon., 25 Nov. 2002 |
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Aspiring Albuquerque Filmmakers Talk About Recent Project |
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Aspiring Albuquerque fillmakers, Billy Garberina and Rob Kellar, have completed a full length movie titled "Collecting Rooftops". The movie was mostly filmed at the now defunct Lobo Theater. As Megan Mewbron reports, the two friends talk about their venture into the slacker comedy genre, being accepted...
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Stories from Fri., 22 Nov. 2002
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Airdate: Fri., 22 Nov. 2002 |
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Livestock Bureau Sets Priorities for Legislative Session |
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The New Mexico Farm and Livestock Bureau held its annual conference in Albuquerque. Faced with a severe drought predicted to continue into next year, farmers and ranchers used the meeting to strategize on water policy.
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Airdate: Fri., 22 Nov. 2002 |
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Commentary: A Night with a Great Artist |
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They say that nobody is interested in the obituaries until you reach a certain age, when you start to see pieces of your life in them. Monday I was reading the newspaper, and I saw a name in the obits that beamed me back thirty years to an encounter with a great artist who was the soul of kindness....
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Airdate: Fri., 22 Nov. 2002 |
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Activists Seek Fair Compensation for Coffee |
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Coffee is an important part of many people's lives, but most are unaware of what goes into its production. Fair Trade activists say coffee workers are being exploited, and there needs to be fair pricing on coffee. Fair Trade activists visited Albuquerque to bring awareness of the coffee industry.
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Airdate: Fri., 22 Nov. 2002 |
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Consumer Product Safety Commission Decides Fate of Controversial Chemical |
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Consumers spent more than twenty-three billion dollars on toys in 2000, according to the Toy Market Index. Some environmental groups are concerned the Consumer Product Safety Commission will lift a ban allowing a chemical in soft toys to cause harm.
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Stories from Thu., 21 Nov. 2002
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Airdate: Thu., 21 Nov. 2002 |
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Call-In Show Focuses on the Future of New Mexico Under Bill Richardson |
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On KUNM's Call-in show host Arcie Chapa spoke with New Mexico house minority leader Ted Hobbs, former speaker of the house Ray Sanchez, and Steve Lawrence of Crosswinds Weekly magazine about the general election and the future of New Mexico under Governor Bill Richardson. The panel had differing views...
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Airdate: Thu., 21 Nov. 2002 |
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Albuquerque City Council Votes on Smoking Ban |
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The Albuquerque City Council voted to let the public decide on a smoking ban in bars, restaurants, and clubs. Jeremiah Johnson reports on the outcome.
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Airdate: Thu., 21 Nov. 2002 |
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Navajo Tribal Council Decides on 35 Year Lease to Pump Water for Peabody Coal: Part 2 |
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The Navajo NAtion Council is meeting in December to decide whether or not Peabody Coal Company will be usinf Dine' water to slurry their coal. In her two part series, Eulynda Toledo-Benalli spoke with council members and concerned Dine' and Hopi people who are being affected by Peabody Coal.
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Airdate: Thu., 21 Nov. 2002 |
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Taos Author Talks About His Award Winning Novel |
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Taos Author Sean Murphy has redefined the quest novel with his new book, The Hope Valley Hubcap King, which won the Hemingway award for a first novel. Murphy was interviewed by Ron Chapman in our studios.
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Stories from Wed., 20 Nov. 2002
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Navajo Tribal Council Decides on 35 Year Lease to Pump Water for Peabody Coal |
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Navajo Tribal Council Delegates will meet in a special session next month to make decisions about a possible 35 year lease to pump water to slurry coal for Peabody Coal Company. Black Mesa area residents, on the Navajo reservation in Arizona are opposed to two other resolutions brought by the Navajo...
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Airdate: Wed., 20 Nov. 2002 |
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National Network on Cuba Meets to Discuss the End of the 40 Year Embargo |
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Recently the United Nations General Assembly voted to end the 4-decade embargo the U.S. has imposed against Cuba. 173 nations voted overwhelmingly to end what they say is an economic blockade against the Cuban people. The United States government currently restricts all travel and trade to the island....
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Airdate: Wed., 20 Nov. 2002 |
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Stakeholders Craft a Vision for New Mexico's Energy Future |
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On the weekend of November 16th, a diverse collection of groups representing New Mexico's renewable energy industries, finance, environmentalists and tribes participated in the 29th town hall meeting sponsored by "New Mexico First" in Carlsbad. They met to gain consenses on energy issues and craft a...
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Airdate: Wed., 20 Nov. 2002 |
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Poet Shares Truck Stop Tales |
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Lee Francis grew up in Cubero, New Mexico, near Laguna Pueblo. He liked to hang around the truck stop there, and he dreamed of traveling to far-away places. Now Francis has traveled and he's written a book of poems about it. "On the Good Red Interstate: Truck Stop Tellings and other Poems" is a collection...
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Stories from Tue., 19 Nov. 2002
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Senator Bingaman on Homeland Security Bill Passage |
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New Mexico Senator Jeff Bingaman says he supports a bill granting President Bush's demand for a new Cabinet agency to protect Americans from terrorists. Tom Trowbridge spoke with the Senator.
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Airdate: Tue., 19 Nov. 2002 |
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Santa Fe Water Supply in Question |
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People living in Santa Fe County's outlying communities are growing more nervous about their future water supply as they watch the County Commission continue to approve large-scale developments. Residents are lining up at County Commission meetings, to demand a survey of the area's water supply before...
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Airdate: Tue., 19 Nov. 2002 |
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Symposium Focuses on Revitalizing Language |
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The Indigenous Language Institute recently organized a symposium to help revitalize languages. The event honored several people for preserving languages, and recognized youth for their presentations at a language fair.
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Airdate: Tue., 19 Nov. 2002 |
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Smoking Ban Goes for Debate |
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The Albuquerque City Council will be voting on a measure to prohibit smoking in bars, clubs, and restaurants. Jeremiah Luria Johnson spoke to bartenders and servers who will be affected by the ban.
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Stories from Mon., 18 Nov. 2002
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Airdate: Mon., 18 Nov. 2002 |
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Santa Fe's Downtown Plaza Bans Vehicles |
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Santa Fe's downtown plaza, the city's hub of civic and commercial activity for centuries has been missing something for the past week. Tom Trowbridge explains.
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Airdate: Mon., 18 Nov. 2002 |
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Expert Questions U.S. President's Plan for War |
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An expert on Iraq and the Middle East is questioning President Bush's plans to go to war against Saddam Hussein; Marcos Martinez spoke with him about the Iraq resolution and other U.S. foreign policies.
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Airdate: Mon., 18 Nov. 2002 |
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Group Sites Lack of Cooperation with Sandia Labs |
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A group of activists recently issued a report entitled, The Nuke Next Door accusing Sandia National Laboratories of withholding information, delaying cleanup, and polluting the Albuquerque area.
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Stories from Fri., 15 Nov. 2002
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Airdate: Fri., 15 Nov. 2002 |
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Brazilian Self Defense Style Brings Influence to the U.S. |
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Capoeira is a style of self-defense developed by African slaves that were brought to Brazil during the 17th century. Recently, masters of the martial art from Brazil, Mexico, Guatemala, Ireland and the U.S. participated in a batizado, or baptism, on the University of New Mexico campus for local students....
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Airdate: Fri., 15 Nov. 2002 |
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Author Recounts Audio Recordings of Former Beatle |
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Nobody Told Me: From Basement Band to Jack and the John Lennon Sessions, by Ken Geringer, is a book based on a true-life rock and roll epic that tells stories of young mans journey through the music scene. Paul Ingles spoke with the author.
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Airdate: Fri., 15 Nov. 2002 |
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Governor-elect Selects Cabinet Member for Health Department |
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Patricia Montoya began her health care career as a hospital nurse, eventually occupying a senate confirmed position in a presidential administration. In January she is slated to become New Mexico's Secretary of the Department of Health.
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Airdate: Fri., 15 Nov. 2002 |
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University of New Mexico Celebrates International Education Week |
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The University of New Mexico will promote and celebrate the benefits of International Education, November 18th thru the 22nd. The focus of the celebration will be symposiums on U.S. foreign policy.
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Stories from Thu., 14 Nov. 2002
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Airdate: Thu., 14 Nov. 2002 |
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Accomplished Writer Speaks About New Book |
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Evelina Zuni Lucero is the author of Night Sky, Morning Start. She is a writer and instructor at the Institute of American Indian Arts in Santa Fe. Lucero speaks with Maria Del Rio about her most recent book.
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Airdate: Thu., 14 Nov. 2002 |
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Changes in Tax Structure Might Happen in Legislative Session |
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Changes in New Mexico's tax structure will almost certainly be a major topic of discussion during the January 2003 Legislative session that starts in January.
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Airdate: Thu., 14 Nov. 2002 |
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Picuris Mica Mine Receives Activist Opposition |
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Dozens of residents from communities affected by the state's only mica mine stood in protest of plans to expand the facility. The company appears to be listening to their demands.
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Airdate: Thu., 14 Nov. 2002 |
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Dine' Nation Elections |
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On November 5th, more than 57 percent of registered Dine' or Navajo nation voters cast their votes for the nation's president. Eulynda Toledo-Benalli was in Window Rock, Arizona.
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Stories from Wed., 13 Nov. 2002
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Airdate: Wed., 13 Nov. 2002 |
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Commentary: Smoking Ban in Public Places |
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We shouldn't be surprised. The response to the proposed ordinance banning smoking from public places is receiving the common response. Public health advocates expound on its virtues, while the while pro-business voices decry its potential effect on profits. Typically, politicians align themselves...
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Airdate: Wed., 13 Nov. 2002 |
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Santa Fe Museum Displays Art of Georgia O'Keeffe |
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Since opening in 1997, the Georgia O'Keeffe Museum in Santa Fe has organized numerous exhibitions that define O'Keeffe's place in the history of American art. The museum is currently featuring an exhibit based around O'Keeffe's trademark subject, the Calla Lily.
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Airdate: Wed., 13 Nov. 2002 |
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New Mexico Looks for Groups to Improve the State's Health Care |
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New Mexico usually ranks at the bottom of national health indicators. Now state government is calling on private and non-profit groups to improve the standings.
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Airdate: Wed., 13 Nov. 2002 |
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Senator is Optimistic on Lame Duck Session |
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The Homeland Security Bill, could be the only federal legislation not continued into next year, according to New Mexico Democratic Senator Jeff Bingaman. The Senator says even current appropriations bills may wait until next years' session.
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Stories from Tue., 12 Nov. 2002
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New County Lockup Ready for Occupation |
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After several delays costing taxpayers of Bernalillo County millions of dollars, the Metropolitan Detention Center is complete and ready to be occupied.
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Airdate: Tue., 12 Nov. 2002 |
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Greens Gain Major Party Status |
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The Green candidate for New Mexico Governor, David Bacon, came in a distant third in the race, but he won enough votes to make the Greens a more prominent feature on New Mexico's political landscape. KUNM's Jeremiah Luria Johnson reports on what's next for the new major party.
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Airdate: Tue., 12 Nov. 2002 |
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Santa Fe Couple Travels the World to Met Poets |
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In the spring of 1998 Santa Fe author, Gary Mex Glazner and his wife embarked upon a trip around the world to meet poets. His travels are recounted in his new book, Ears on Fire: Snapshot Essays in a World of Poets.
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Stories from Mon., 11 Nov. 2002
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Cuba Medical School Draws U.S. Students |
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The U.S. embargo of Cuba causes shortages of food, medicine and other important supplies for eleven million people. However, Cuba's health care system is often considered the preeminent model in the third world. For decades the Cuban government has been providing full scholarship training in medicine...
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Airdate: Mon., 11 Nov. 2002 |
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Commentary: Natural Healing Works |
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In tonight's commentary, Don Schrader tells how natural healing cured his toothaches and improved his health in general.
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Stories from Fri., 8 Nov. 2002
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Cuban Muscians Denied to Tour in the U.S. |
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On the day after the elections, the U.S. expelled four Cuban diplomats. The event illustrates the continuing tensions between the U.S. and its island neighbor. Earlier, this tension was felt in New Mexico, when a group of touring musicians scheduled to visit the state were denied VISAS.
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Airdate: Fri., 8 Nov. 2002 |
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Sex Offender Under Careful Eye of Officials |
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There are more than 500 registered sex offenders in the Bernalillo County area according to the Sheriffs Department. There is one particular one that Albuquerque Mayor Martin Chávez wants to leave town. Forty five year old David Siebers has been convicted and served time in Michigan for an...
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Airdate: Fri., 8 Nov. 2002 |
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Democrats Regroup After Election |
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House Democrats, trying to regroup after election losses, have begun searching for new leadership. Tom Trowbridge spoke with New Mexico's lone Democrat in the Chamber about the fallout from Election 2002.
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Stories from Thu., 7 Nov. 2002
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Airdate: Thu., 7 Nov. 2002 |
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Voter Turn Out Low in Bernalillo County |
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This week's elections set records for early voting, but Bernalillo County voter turnout was lower this year. Jeremiah Luria Johnson has the story.
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Airdate: Thu., 7 Nov. 2002 |
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Author Sets Stories in New Mexico |
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Santa Fe author Sallie Bingham has written a book, titled "Transgressions." It's the ninth book for the author, set in the state of New Mexico.
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Airdate: Thu., 7 Nov. 2002 |
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Richardson Announces Replacements in State Offices |
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Governor-elect Bill Richardson announced a nationwide search to replace New Mexico's State Engineer and State Investment Officer. Deborah Martinez reports from the Capitol.
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Airdate: Thu., 7 Nov. 2002 |
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City Councilor Faces Recall Effort |
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Albuquerque City Councilor Michael Cadigan is facing a recall effort. Sander Rue and Jeff Armijo, who ran against Cadigan in his bid for City Councilor launched the effort.
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Stories from Wed., 6 Nov. 2002
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Airdate: Wed., 6 Nov. 2002 |
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Majority of State Constitutional Amendments Approved by Voters |
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In addition to elected office and bond issues, nine amendments to New Mexico's constitution were put to a vote. Voters said no to three of them.
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Airdate: Wed., 6 Nov. 2002 |
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Greens Gain Major Party Status in New Mexico |
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Members of New Mexico's Green Party are celebrating a victory of sorts, as they have regained major party status in the State. Deborah Martinez spoke with members after the results rolled in.
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Airdate: Wed., 6 Nov. 2002 |
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New Mexico Election Summary |
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New Mexico's version of Election 2002 is over. Tom Trowbridge summaries the results and close races.
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Airdate: Wed., 6 Nov. 2002 |
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Richardson Announces his Transition Team |
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New Mexico Governor-elect Bill Richardson announced his transition team saying the state has too many problems to wait till January 1st. The team is diverse just as Richardson promises his cabinet will be.
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Airdate: Wed., 6 Nov. 2002 |
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Post Nuclear Families Featured in Prize Winning Novel |
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Post nuclear families are the subject of a book by author T. Cooper. The book "Some of the Parts" has been selected for the Barnes and Noble Discover Great New Writers program
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Airdate: Wed., 6 Nov. 2002 |
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Commentary: Lack of Public Debate Over the War Resolution |
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Transcript: "In the gathering gloom of this war-bent October, investment bankers hunker down like shop keepers preparing for a hurricane; lawyers, journalists, attend to office minutiae; physicians go to their patients relieved that their work is called good; soccer moms concentrate on freeway traffic....
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Stories from Tue., 5 Nov. 2002
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Voter Turnout May Decline for Election 2002 |
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The Committee for the Study of the American Electorate, a national non-partisan organization, recently published a report saying voter turnout across the country will be low for the election. Committee director Curtis Gans, says he expects turnout will be as low or lower than it was in 1998, the last...
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Airdate: Tue., 5 Nov. 2002 |
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Voter Turnout in Bernalillo County Expected to Be High |
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The long lines are expected at the polls in Bernalillo County. But, that doesn't mean there will be a low voter turnout.
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Stories from Mon., 4 Nov. 2002
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Business Women Get Some Assistance |
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Women starting out or wanting to build their businesses in New Mexico have several avenues to get help. One of those organizations is celebrating its triumphs with artists who want to succeed at their businesses.
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Airdate: Mon., 4 Nov. 2002 |
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Candidates Make a Final Surge |
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On the last day before Election Day many candidates have moved from getting their point across to trying to get voters to the polls.
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Airdate: Mon., 4 Nov. 2002 |
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Anticipated Voter Turnout Sparks Caution |
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Despite the high number of early voters, the Bernalillo County Clerk, the Sheriff's office and Albuquerque Public Schools are still bracing for a challenging day at the polls.
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Airdate: Mon., 4 Nov. 2002 |
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Albuquerque Public Schools Arms Officers and Draws Controversy |
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In a recent decision, the Albuquerque Public School District is allowing APS Police Officers to carry firearms on campus before and after school hours. Community members have mixed feeling about armed APS officers.
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Airdate: Mon., 4 Nov. 2002 |
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Profiles for U.S. Senate Candidates |
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Democratic U.S. Senate nominee, Gloria Tristani discussed issues relating to her challenge of incumbent Repbulican Senator Pete Domenici on KUNM's Call-In show. Many callers questioned why there would be no debate between the two prior to Tuesday's elction. Senator Pete Domenici's Profile Listen to...
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Stories from Fri., 1 Nov. 2002
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Otero Mesa Might Be on the List for Energy Exploration |
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The Bureau of Land Management is considering opening up Otero Mesa in southeastern New Mexico for oil and gas drilling, according to Steve Capra, Director of Campaigns for New Mexico Wilderness Alliance. He says if the land is turned into a full scale oil and gas field, the wilderness and much of the...
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Airdate: Fri., 1 Nov. 2002 |
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Phantom Calls Target First Congressional Candidate |
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In the final days till election some voters are receiving calls and mailers criticizing a candidates record or stance. According to Democratic congressional candidate Richard Romero he has been a target of those kinds of ads.
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