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State Budget Debate

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January 14, 2022 –The Line Opinion Panel analyzes budget proposals from both the Governor and the Legislative Finance Committee ahead of the start of regular session. Panelists break down the spending priorities of each plan, while giving their perspective on the potential effectiveness of the proposed investments. Host:Gene Grant Line Opinion Panelists:Michael Bird, former President,…

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The Line: Municipalities Offer Loan Programs as Alternative to Payday Loans

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July 26, 2019 – Predatory lending practices have been a problem in New Mexico for years, in part because of our high poverty rate. Now, some local governments are offering an alternative to payday loans. Host Gene Grant and the Line opinion panelists discuss these programs, and whether or not they are a viable solution…

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