I'm Back! Here we go!

After a short hiatus, I thought I would return to my blog after receiving a few emails. People are actually reading! So not to disappoint, I will try to keep you updated on a daily basis. With that being said, there is much going on in La Politica scene across the Land of Enchantment!

Congressman Steve Pearce and Congresswoman Heather Wilson are locked in a battle of epic proportion. Recently, Pearce released a new campaign ad branding Wilson as a "liberal." I was not aware that she was, but compared to Pearce, this may be so. All I know is that this election is beginning to look like the Democratic presidential race: Both democratic candidates engaged in a long, drawn out battle, while the Republican makes significant gains in national polls.

Congressman Tom Udall is already the obvious front runner in this race. He has a ton of cash, statewide name recognition and no primary opponent. If this keeps up between the Wilsonites and the Pearceonians; the Udallistas will have much to celebrate in November (along with the Democratic Senate Campaign Committee).

As I have said before much is at stake in this race, but most importantly the security of federal jobs in the state. Udall and Pearce have shaky records of defending such jobs, and a win by either could prove devastating for the thousands with federal jobs in our state.

Recently, congressional candidate Harry Teague has loaned his campaign $475K to fuel his run to Washington. Dona Ana County Commissioner Bill McCamley countered with a check for $47.50, enough for a tank of gas. Kudos Bill, that's the spirit that will get you past Teague in this primary. Just make sure you remind them that a majority of Teague's money came from the pockets bled dry by the gas pump.

That's all for today. Let me know how you feel! Post a comment.

Heather and Steve in Trouble?

Yesterday, Rasmussen Reports released new polling information on our statewide Senate race. According to the new poll numbers, Congressman Tom Udall has opened up a significant lead against both Republican candidates for the general election.

The report has Udall beating Congressman Steve Pearce by fourteen points and Congresswoman Heather Wilson by twenty. These numbers should be alarming to both camps, due to the fact they are currently locked in a heated battle for the Republican nomination. That election is less than two months away.

This was not the only good news that the Udallites has had this week. According to emails sent to close supporters of the Northern representative, he has raised about $1.3 million during the first quarter of '08. This is money that will be put to the side to battle whatever Republican comes his way in November.

The question is can Udall be beaten? Right now the situation looks grim, because of nationwide anti-republican feelings as well as Udall's swelling bank account. Republicans would be wise to tread lightly during the primary, so the candidate that does win will come out swinging; they will need it. Plus it would be wise for Republicans to lobby Sen. Pete Domenici to get out on the campaign trail. He is still widely popular, and could bring some badly needed support and exposure to both candidates seeking to replace him.

Moving on to the news of the Roundhouse, Gov. Billl Richardson has been flirting with the idea of a special session come May. Some may call the timing of such a session crazy, especially all the legislators up for re-election. But now it looks like the State Senate may be willing to compromise with Big Bill. Some Senators are calling for a special session in the fall, which may help Richardson's chances at passing his universal healthcare package. Richardson will probably get his way, after all he has nothing to loose.

Thanks for reading. If you have and comments or questions let me know.

Congressional Tidbits

You know, I must admit at first I was a real skeptic of Earl Greer and his candidacy for congress. But with the recent endorsement of State Senator Dianne Hamilton as well as the endorsement of former U.S. Rep. Foreman, Greer is beginning to look like a serious candidate, VERY serious. From what I have heard, he has been able to raise money, but has relied mostly on name recognition.

Add these factors as well as his performance in the Republican Pre-primary convention; there is a real race in the south. Aubrey Dunn and Ed Tinsley will have to put up big bucks, and even though Earl may have less than those two, he can still compete, especially when it comes to debate.

I was able to meet him at the nominating convention, and Greer seems real genuine. Dunn is not a bad guy, just not the best speaker. Tinsley seemed only interested in talking to only his supporters.

The truth is, I see this race really coming down to Greer and Dunn. Hobbs mayor Monty Newman has had no exposure in Dona Ana. Where is he, and what is he waiting for? Greg Sowards has some great ideas, but they seem to only attract the Ron Paul followers.

Then we move to the North. Here we have a very interesting race between a very wealthy developer and the son of the Speaker of the House. Don Wiviott and Ben Ray Lujan are battling it out to replace Congressman Tom Udall. Wiviott, who has poured hundreds of thousands of his own cash is looking to put Santa Fe's liberal interests at the forefront of his campaign. Which isn't a bad thing, but there are many others in that district that aren't from Santa Fe. Lujan seems to have the edge with the rest of the heavily Democratic Hispanic (and fairly conservative) vote. Lujan is expected to win, but he should be careful not to be undercut by Wiviott and his fat checkbook.

A New Blog in Town

Well, I finally did it, and here I am. It's good to be online with all of you political junkies across New Mexico. This is my first post in what should be many until the November election.

I hope to bring you some news and information about the political scene in New Mexico, but also a little commentary as well. If you have any tips on political stories, please feel free to email me. Comments are also welcome.