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Public Financing Worked in Albuquerque Submitted by Monica Rober on Tue, 11/10/2009 - 10:20am.
The New Mexico Independent analyzes the use of public financing in the recent mayoral elections in Albuquerque and pronounces the new system a success.
New Mexico Senate Sets Limits Submitted by Monica Rober on Fri, 03/13/2009 - 10:26am.
Posted in: campaign contributions | campaign finance reform | contribution limits | ethics reform | New Mexico
The New Mexico state Senate voted to limit campaign contributions from an individual to a candidate to $2,300 in a calendar year. Can Money Obstruct Justice? Submitted by Monica Rober on Thu, 02/26/2009 - 3:34pm.
An Op-Ed in USA Today examines how money-laden judicial elections may be creating a court system ripe for injustice.
New Campaign Finance Rules Shape Albuquerque Mayoral Race Submitted by Monica Rober on Mon, 02/09/2009 - 4:43pm.
The New Mexico Independent examines the upcoming Albuquerque mayoral race, delving into the city’s new public financing system and who will be utilizing it. Clean Elections Candidates Win Nearly 400 Seats in Six States Submitted by Burney Simpson on Fri, 11/07/2008 - 2:11pm.
Clean Elections proved a great way to get elected on Tuesday as three statehouses fill up with officials running under the program.
Turning Tide? Submitted by Katie Schlieper on Thu, 06/05/2008 - 4:34pm.
Posted in: New Mexico | Public Financing
This article in the New Mexico Independent looks at emerging trends in the makeup of the state legislature, particularly the Democratic side, as well as a more energized electorate and how it could bode well for more progressive campaign finance legislation, including public financing of elections. Public financing has a enjoyed a few victories, but these changes could spell more momentum for expanding the Clean Elections program to include more races, and more high-profile offices.
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