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The Line: Role Of Lobbyists In State Government

A wooden floor in the courtroom.

January 26, 2018 – Many local governments and schools hire lobbyists to chase after money from the state government. Some good government groups, such as Think New Mexico, argue that more transparency and simplicity in the legislature would eliminate the need for lobbyists. Gene Grant and The Line opinion panelists debate the issue. Line Panelists:…

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The Line: Sexual Harassment In The Workplace

NMiF: sexual harassment

December 1, 2017 – The consequences of sexual harassment allegations are prevalent in the latest news, and New Mexico is not immune to problems of inappropriate behavior in the workplace. The Secretary of State’s office will offer voluntary sexual harassment training to lobbyists, and legislative leaders are looking at current policies at the roundhouse. Gene…

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