I don’t know what I am voting for
I look some more at the ballot and am astounded at how naive I am about elections in a democracy. Take a look at the Presidential and Vice-Presidential elections.
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Do we know what we are voting for?
Have you looked at the ballot yet? I just did today, and I don't understand it. This happens every time I read a ballot. It's not at all like sitting in a meeting and discussing an issue with the others and voting on it. The ballot is insanely opaque.
Sign of the Times
Don't worry, I've fixed the typo on this sign.
Secretary of State launches educational preemptive strike against “deepfakes”
Take the test on the secretary of state's website and see how hard it is to tell a deepfake from a real photograph.
Air Force looks to expand low-level flights over Gila Wilderness
Opponents of a plan to conduct lower altitude military training flights in parts of western New Mexico and Arizona say that current operations are already impacting communities like Rodeo, New Mexico and Portal, Arizona.
Truth or Consequences—one of three case studies in legislative report on water infrastructure
The Legislative Finance Committee asked for and received advice on what to do to fix the looming water and wastewater infrastructure problem. Local entities say they need $5.7 billion for repairs over the next five years. T or C was used as an example of what not to do.
What you need to know, October 15, 2024: Healthcare in the election
Two weeks ago, The Conversation published a summary of Vice-President Harris's and former President Trump's past actions and policies during their political careers in regard to healthcare in the nation. The article is by Dr. Zachary W. Schultz of Auburn University, a specialist in the history of healthcare.
Does the State of New Mexico prefer Trump to other presidential candidates?
A second election-code violation within a week on behalf of a Republican candidate.
Aurora Borealis in New Mexico
Aurora borealis are rare in Southern New Mexico. Red auroras happen higher up in the atmosphere.
Solid waste rates going up Dec. 1
T or C's solid waste department has gone from a $1.1-million operation to a $2.8-million operation since 2017. Limiting services to T or C and Williamsburg should be considered.
Fall Colors
It's been 11 years since Silver Fire scorched the Black Range. The landscape is still magnificent especially in its autumn robe.
Paper Moon Shiners in concert
A trip back to a bygone era of music on comes to TorC on Saturday evening October 19th at The Lighthouse at 124 Austin St.