I can give you a prediction about the next presidential election almost a year before it happens. Ready? The U.S. government will win and America will lose. The status quo will be elected once more. There isn’t a bit of difference between any of the candidates who will end up on the ballot in the […]
Christians should be unafraid to show their ‘signs’
September 29, 2011
The political season for the presidential election is upon us. The television networks’ news programs are full of political debate coverage, poll data, and interviews with candidates. People line up on either side and endorse candidates publically and those announcements are broadcast nationwide. Soon the networks will be bringing back the red and blue states […]
Gov. Perry good enough in debate debut
September 8, 2011
Freedom New Mexico Getting to know Texas Gov. Rick Perry and his record was one of the consistent themes of the GOP presidential debate Wednesday night at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library. At times, the debate almost felt like an indictment of Lone Star state chief executive, given the questions and challenges directed his way. […]
Ames Straw Poll will jump-start 2012 election
July 9, 2011
Freedom New Mexico This time of year, most Americans are spending a balmy day at the beach, or heading out on vacation. Not the Republican presidential candidates. They’re frequently swooping into Iowa to campaign for the Aug. 13 Ames Straw Poll. The non-binding event is the first expression by actual voters in America for their […]
Presidential race wide open for hopefuls
June 15, 2011
Freedom New Mexico No big gaffes, no memorable, “You’re no Jack Kennedy” moments. But, Monday’s Republican presidential debate gave viewers an introduction to the views of each of seven candidates hoping to challenge President Barack Obama next year. The big issue, not surprising, was the economy. The federal budget is $1.6 trillion in the red. […]
CCC board to consider presidential contract
May 31, 2011
CNJ staff Clovis Community College’s board of trustees will consider a contract for incoming president Becky Rowley during its meeting today. The meeting is set for 8 a.m. today in Room 512. Rowley, CCC’s executive vice president, was chosen as President John Neibling’s successor in April. Neibling announced in February he is retiring in August […]
CCC board to offer presidential contract
April 5, 2011
CNJ staff The agenda for Clovis Community College board of trustees indicates plans to offer a contract of employment to the next president of the college. The offer is one item on the board’s agenda for a monthly trustees meeting today. The board is working to replace retiring President John Neibling who announced in February […]
Editorial: DEA should cease medical marijuana raids
February 10, 2009
During the presidential campaign President Obama was asked several times what his attitude would be toward federal Drug Enforcement Agency raids on medical marijuana patients and medicine providers. Many believe these raids are calculated to undermine the laws of the 13 states that allow patients with a physician’s recommendation to use marijuana medicinally. On every […]
Despite election outcome, area largely Republican
January 19, 2009
By Gabriel Monte: CNJ staff writer There were no surprises about the results of the Nov. 4 presidential election among political party leaders in eastern New Mexico. While President-Elect Barack Obama won the state, Republican John McCain was a decisive winner in Curry, Quay and Roosevelt counties. Curry County Republican Chairman Rube Render said he […]
CHS Student Inauguration Bloggers
January 17, 2009
Several Clovis High School students attending the presidential inauguration in Washington, D.C., with the Close Up program agreed to post blogs and photos. We’ll add more blogs when they arrive. Student Blog: This blog is from Brittany Holt, Rebecca Garcia, Mariah Sparks and Georgina Armstrong. Washington Girls Blog
Majority of residents disappointed with presidential outcome
November 4, 2008
CNJ staff photo: Tony Bullocks Dan Stoddard and his wife Joy watch and listen as Republican presidential candidate John McCain concedes the presidency race and congratulates Barack Obama on Tuesday night at Dakota’s Steakhouse. CNJ staff With news of Barack Obama winning the presidential election and John McCain’s subsequent concession speech Tuesday night, many in […]
Early voting heavy
November 3, 2008
CNJ Staff Photo: Tony Bullocks Jill Whitehead, center, passes out absentee ballot to board members Monday, to verify that the ballots meet New Mexico qualifications. According to Beni Dampier, Curry County election coordinator, more people cast early votes this year than in 2004. CNJ Staff As the polls open today, officials said about 40 percent […]
Ballot bites
November 1, 2008
CNJ staff photo: Liliana Castillo Voters lined up Saturday at the Clovis Police Department’s Community Sub-station at the North Plains Mall for the last day of early voting. Ballot boxes will open Tuesday at 7 a.m. Compiled by CNJ staff The CNJ polled 20 fifth-graders at James Bickley Elementary School on the presidential election. • […]
Campaign finance needs true reform
October 27, 2008
Freedom New Mexico Republican presidential candidate John McCain has suggested Democrat Barack Obama’s eye-popping prowess at fundraising may signal the end of the practice, established after Watergate, of having presidential campaigns funded by the taxpayers. Sen. McCain thinks that’s a shame. We think it would be cause for celebration. Sen. Obama announced on Sunday that […]
Candidates’ issues lose their importance
August 7, 2008
By Anita Doberman: Cannon Connections columnist I woke up in a cold sweat because I realized I failed to share with you my foolproof and infallible method for choosing the right candidate to be president. After hours of arduous work to uncover the secrets and hidden agendas of the candidates, thorough research and professional investigative […]
