Americans have been hearing about a “Fiscal Cliff” that our country is approaching. The Budget Control Act of 2011 dictates that by the end of the year, Congress and the White House must reach an agreement, before deep, automatic cuts kick in. I voted against the Act, because it never provided the solutions we need.
The 112th Congress was supposed to change the way business was done in Washington. We were going to make tough choices to lower spending and put our country back on a path to prosperity. We were going to be more open and transparent to shine light on a process often darkened by backroom deals. And, we were going to end the practice of earmarks so that taxpayers were protected from funding powerful Members’ pet projects back home.
New Mexico Needs Another Vision for Horses OP-Ed by Senator Mary Jane Garcia (D-Doña Ana-36)
Santa Fe, NM—Since serving in the New Mexico legislature starting in 1988, I’ve considered it my duty to stand up for our state’s many vulnerable populations, particularly children and animals. The common denominator in the challenges I’ve faced has been the predictable and tired refrain of those who can’t picture things being different. The pushback has always been fierce. This is especially true with the systematic cruelty being inflicted on horses today.
By Senator John Barrasso and Congressman Steve Pearce
President Barack Obama told Congress he would “keep trying every new idea that works, and listen to every good proposal, no matter which party comes up with it.” Western Republicans have laid out a clear path to energy security and job creation. The president should listen to it and embrace it.
Las Cruces – In this month's edition of "The Age Spot," Las Cruces Sun News columnist Claudette Ortiz reflects on the importance of animals in our lives.
