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KUNM News Archives: 2007 - March
Stories from Thu., 29 Mar. 2007
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Senate Passes Transportation Bills; Ignores Ethics Measures; and Adjourns |
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By: Jim Williams
The state House of Representatives came back to Santa Fe today to address a few bills the Senate dealt with yesterday. And as KUNM's Jim Williams reports from the capitol, that chamber's action led to some drama in the other chamber.
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Airdate: Thu., 29 Mar. 2007 |
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Governor Richardson Comments on Manny Aragon Indictment |
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By: Jim Williams
Governor Bill Richardson responded today to Thursday's federal indictment of a former state legislator. One-time Democratic Senate President Pro-Tem Manny Aragon has been indicted for alleged conspiracy, mail fraud, and money laundering. From the capitol, KUNM's Jim Williams reports.
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Airdate: Thu., 29 Mar. 2007 |
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Aragon Indictment Doesn't Inspire Senate Consideration of Ethics Reform |
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By: Jim Williams
The state Senate yesterday finally joined in the special legislative session called by Governor Bill Richardson. But, as KUNM's Jim Williams reports from the capitol, even Thursday's news that former Senator Manny Aragon has been indicted for alleged kickbacks couldn't get the Senate to pass any substantial...
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Airdate: Thu., 29 Mar. 2007 |
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Richardson Signs Bills for Revamping Lottery Scholarship Program |
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By: Jim Williams
Governor Bill Richardson signed three bills that will revamp the state's lottery scholarship program. From the capitol, KUNM's Jim Williams reports.
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Stories from Wed., 28 Mar. 2007
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Airdate: Wed., 28 Mar. 2007 |
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Young Teen Insures Grandparents and Sister Survive Clovis Tornado |
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By: Renée Blake
When a tornado touched down in Clovis Friday night, Isaias Miranda had already moved his grandparents from their mobile home on the family property to the family home on the same tract of land where he and his friend and little sister were staying. It was the 15-year-old's first tornado. His parents...
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Stories from Tue., 27 Mar. 2007
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Airdate: Tue., 27 Mar. 2007 |
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Bingaman Supports Bill for Iraq Funding and Withdrawal Benchmarks |
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By: Jennifer Jackson
New Mexico Senator Jeff Bingaman held a teleconference this morning to discuss issues in the Senate.
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Stories from Mon., 26 Mar. 2007
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Airdate: Mon., 26 Mar. 2007 |
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Tornado Wreaks Extensive Damage in Clovis Area |
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By: Renée Blake
A tornado that touched down in Clovis on Friday totaled 60 mobile homes and 15 to 20 homes on foundations. The twister also caused major damage to between 500 and a thousand additional homes. Johnny Chavez who works for the Eastern Plains Community Action Agency, says the weather event may wind up taking...
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Airdate: Mon., 26 Mar. 2007 |
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Senator Garcia Laments "Macho Tactics " in Senate Imbroglio |
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By: Jim Williams
For a second time in a week a defiant Senate has rebuffed Governor Bill Richardson. The Senate on Saturday delivered another setback for Richardson's plan to have the legislature meet in a special session to approve bills that could aid him in his bid for the Democratic presidential nomination. The...
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Stories from Sat., 24 Mar. 2007
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Airdate: Sat., 24 Mar. 2007 |
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Interviews of NM Soldiers in Iraq: Lance Corporal Travis Griego |
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By: Jim Spiri
As Congress debates the future of the U-S-led occupation of Iraq, the U-S military continues to work to recruit and train new service-men and women for deployment to Iraq, and many of those soldiers have been coming from New Mexico. Over the coming weeks, KUNM hopes to bring you a series of interviews...
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Stories from Fri., 23 Mar. 2007
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Airdate: Fri., 23 Mar. 2007 |
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State Senate Calls It Quits Again; Vote: 18 to 17 |
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By: Jim Williams
The state Senate over the weekend dealt another blow to Governor Bill Richardson's hopes for a successful special legislative session. Richardson had called legislatures back following the end of the 60-day session on March 17th. The governor wanted them to address several measures they hadn't passed...
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Airdate: Fri., 23 Mar. 2007 |
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State Senate Scheduled To Reconvene Saturday |
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By: Jim Williams
The fate of Governor Bill Richardson's special legislative session is up to the state Senate now. The House, in a marathon overnight floor session that ended at 7:30 Thursday morning, passed most of the bills in the governor's call for the session. And now, as KUNM's Jim Williams reports from the capitol,...
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Stories from Thu., 22 Mar. 2007
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Airdate: Thu., 22 Mar. 2007 |
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Part ll: Puerto Vallarta: Growth Sparks Clashes Over Development and Environment |
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By: Kent Paterson
Now Mexico's second favorite foreign tourist destination, Puerto Vallarta, on the Pacific Coast is experiencing a boom. But the growth is sparking clashes over development and the environment. KUNM's Kent Paterson files this story.
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Stories from Wed., 21 Mar. 2007
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Airdate: Wed., 21 Mar. 2007 |
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Musician Kristy Kruger Tours U.S. in Honor of Brother Killed in Iraq |
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By: Steve Shadley
As the Iraq War enters its fifth year, a young student is traveling the country with her harmonica and guitar. She is giving concerts in honor of her brother, a soldier who was killed in Baghdad last November. Kristy Kruger plans to play her music in all 50 states, and this week she has been preforming...
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Airdate: Wed., 21 Mar. 2007 |
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Part l: Puerto Vallarta: Gringo Immigration To Mexico Reaches Hundreds of Thousands |
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By: Kent Paterson
Intense debate has polarized the United States about the presence of Mexican immigrants in this country. But little is ever heard about U.S. migrants, thought to number in the hundreds of thousands, who are moving to Mexico. In the first of a series of reports on development in Mexico, Kent Paterson...
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Stories from Tue., 20 Mar. 2007
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Airdate: Tue., 20 Mar. 2007 |
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Special Legislative Session: House Goes To Work; Senate Adjourns |
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By: Jim Williams
A special legislative session called by Governor Bill Richardson got underway earlier today n Santa Fe. Although on Saturday, and again today, he praised lawmakers for what he called "the most productive" 60-day session ever, Richardson said there was still too much left undone. As KUNM's Jim Williams...
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Stories from Mon., 19 Mar. 2007
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Airdate: Mon., 19 Mar. 2007 |
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Director of Anti-Defamation League Speaks at Congregation Albert |
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By: Steve Shadley
A deputy director of the National Anti-Defamation League is in New Mexico talking about the most recent threats facing Jewish people around the world. KUNM's Steve Shadley spoke today with Ken Jacobson who says nuclear programs in developing Arab countries are of critical concern. Ken Jacobson has...
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Airdate: Mon., 19 Mar. 2007 |
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NM Peace Marchers Gather at Civic Plaza and the Capitol |
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By: Danny Hernandez
This week marks the fourth anniversary of the start of the war in Iraq. To mark the event here in Albuquerque about 1,200 people staged a protest Saturday. While in Santa Fe a few hundred people gathered at the capitol Saturday morning. The rallies were among dozens throughout the country in anticipation...
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Airdate: Mon., 19 Mar. 2007 |
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Anti-Defamation League Director Speaks on Anti-Semitism |
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By: Steve Shadley
A deputy director of the National Anti-Defamation League is in New Mexico talking about the most recent threats facing Jewish people around the world. KUNM's Steve Shadley spoke today with Ken Jacobson who says nuclear programs in developing Arab countries are of critical concern. Ken Jacobson has...
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Stories from Sat., 17 Mar. 2007
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Airdate: Sat., 17 Mar. 2007 |
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Legislature Passes Minimum Wage Bill |
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By: John West
Some of New Mexico's lowest paid workers are due for a raise this summer. From Santa Fe, KUNM's John West reports.
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Airdate: Sat., 17 Mar. 2007 |
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Legislature Deals with "Something Fishy" |
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By: Jim Williams
As state lawmakers struggle into the final few hours of the legislative session in Santa Fe, there's been an interesting focus on an unexpected topic: Fish. And as KUNM's Jim Williams reports from the capitol, there's been more than a few tongue-in-cheek comments about something "smelling fishy". ...
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Stories from Fri., 16 Mar. 2007
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Airdate: Fri., 16 Mar. 2007 |
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Mayor Chavez Meets with Bill Clinton on Climate Change Initiatives |
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By: Renée Blake
Albuquerque Mayor Martin Chavez has just returned from a visit with former President Bill Clinton. Chavez says the two know each other from Chavez' first term in office and that many mayors hold Clinton in high regard for his support of urban agendas. Climate change was the topic this time. Chavez says...
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Airdate: Fri., 16 Mar. 2007 |
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Richardson Vetoes Three Measures Passed by Legislature |
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By: Jim Williams
Governor Bill Richardson vetoed three measures yesterday that had passed both chambers of the state legislature. From the capitol, KUNM's Jim Williams reports.
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Airdate: Fri., 16 Mar. 2007 |
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House Bill Increases Penalties for Domestic Violence Perpetrators |
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By: Jim Williams
The state House yesterday passed a measure that would toughen the penalties for perpetrators of domestic violence. Senate Bill 820 provides for a 1-year probationary period for batterers who are sentenced but have those sentences suspended or deferred. The bill also states that if the offender violates...
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Stories from Thu., 15 Mar. 2007
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Airdate: Thu., 15 Mar. 2007 |
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U.S. Army Military Police in Iraq Poisoned by Depleted Uranium |
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By: Danny Hernandez
Eight members of an Army Military Police company were recently given approval to sue the U.S. Government and the Veterans Administration. They want the military to recognize Persian Gulf Syndrome as a legitimate illness. The soldiers say the illness comes from exposure to depleted uranium.
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Airdate: Thu., 15 Mar. 2007 |
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Bills Limiting Eminent Domain Await Governor's Signature |
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By: Jim Williams
Two separate measures limiting the use of eminent domain are on their way to Governor Bill Richardson for his signature. As KUNM's Jim Williams reports from the capitol, the bills are a compromise that should help protect property owners in the state.
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Airdate: Thu., 15 Mar. 2007 |
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Controversy Over Eye Surgery Surrounds Senate Bill 367 |
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By: Renée Blake
What is an eye doctor? Is it an optometrist or an ophthalmologist? Well, it's both. But when it comes to who you would allow to perform surgical procedures on your eyes, you may have a preference. Some people in Santa Fe have a strong preference. KUNM's Renee Blake has been following Senate Bill...
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Airdate: Thu., 15 Mar. 2007 |
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CREW Watchdog Group Alleges White House Violation of Presidential Records Act |
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By: Renée Blake
Can e-mail damage the Bush Administration? A legal watchdog group says recently-released e-mails hint at an effort to circumvent mandatory record-keeping under the Presidential Records Act. Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington, also known as CREW, has been following the firings of eight...
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Airdate: Thu., 15 Mar. 2007 |
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Call-In Show: Desert Rock Power Plant Controversy |
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By: Steve Shadley
A controversial coal-fired power plant that may be built on Navajo land in northwest New Mexico continues to divide the community. The Desert Rock Power Plant was the topic if today's KUNM Call-In Show where supporters and opponents of the project exchanged emotional barbs.
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Stories from Wed., 14 Mar. 2007
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Airdate: Wed., 14 Mar. 2007 |
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Compassionate Medical Marijuana Act Resusitated; Awaits Governor's Signature |
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By: John West
The Compassionate Use of Medical Marijuana Act is one step away from becoming law. From Santa Fe, KUNM's John West reports.
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Airdate: Wed., 14 Mar. 2007 |
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Senate Passes Ethics Reform After Heated Debate |
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By: Jim Williams
The New Mexico Senate last night passed another major piece of an ethics reform package for the state: contribution limits for statewide and legislative campaigns. But as KUNM's Jim Williams reports from the capitol, debate over the bill broke down for a while on who was - and wasn't - taking the issue...
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Airdate: Wed., 14 Mar. 2007 |
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House Measure Protects Against Identity Theft |
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By: Jim Williams
The state House of Representatives has passed a measure allowing New Mexicans to freeze their credit and ensure their credit reports are secure. That is one of several actions taken today by the legislature From the capitol, KUNM's Jim Williams reports.
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Airdate: Wed., 14 Mar. 2007 |
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Governor Signs Smoking Ban and Water Conservation Bill |
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By: Jim Williams
Beginning June 15th, it will be illegal to smoke in bars, restaurants, and most workplaces in New Mexico. Governor Bill Richardson signed the ban yesterday, a day after indicating he had some questions about it. As KUNM's Jim Williams reports from the capitol, those questions apparently got answered....
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Airdate: Wed., 14 Mar. 2007 |
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Legislative Action Pending for Fighting Street Gang Recruitment |
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By: Steve Shadley
State lawmakers are ready to wrap up their session in Santa Fe this weekend. But, before they adjourn, there is still work to be done on bills intended to fight street gangs. KUNM's Steve Shadley reports.
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Airdate: Wed., 14 Mar. 2007 |
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Commentary: Managed Grasslands the Key to Cheap Biofuels? |
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By: Peter Holter
In December 2006 issue of SCIENCE Magazine, scientists at the University of Minnesota reported research results indicating that biofuels derived from grassland plants yield up to twice as much energy per unit of land as corn-based ethanol does. Do grassland plants hold the key to the future of alternative...
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Airdate: Wed., 14 Mar. 2007 |
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Part ll: Redlight Camera System Debate Brings Up Financial Concerns |
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By: Renée Blake
Automatic red light enforcement in Albuquerque has brought up a number of issues. Fines and due-process were two of the main points on which we focused yesterday. As KUNM's Renee Blake continues to look at the Duke City's red light camera traffic program, other concerns are getting attention.
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Stories from Tue., 13 Mar. 2007
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Airdate: Tue., 13 Mar. 2007 |
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Legal Watchdog Group Asks for Special Prosecutor in U.S. Attorneys Dismissal Case |
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By: Renée Blake
Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington today called for the appointment of a Special Prosecutor to look into potential criminal violations related to the recent dismissals of eight federal prosecutors. CREW Executive Director Melanie Sloan says she doesn't expect a response to the letter...
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Airdate: Tue., 13 Mar. 2007 |
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Governor Signs Bill Banning Cockfighting; Senate Acts on Ethics Reform |
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By: Jim Williams
Louisiana will soon be the last state in the nation where cockfighting is legal. Governor Bill Richardson signed the ban for New Mexico yesterday afternoon in his 4th floor cabinet room at the Roundhouse in Santa Fe. From the capitol, KUNM's Jim Williams reports.
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Airdate: Tue., 13 Mar. 2007 |
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Part l: Automated Redlight Camera Systems Continue to Stir-Up Controversy |
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By: Renée Blake
The automated camera system that shoots photos of the license plates of vehicles that illegally run red lights at some of Albuquerque's busiest intersections continues to stir-up controversy. Renee Blake has the latest.
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Airdate: Tue., 13 Mar. 2007 |
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Legislator Salary Measure Goes to Senate Floor |
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By: Jim Williams
A measure that could give state legislators an annual salary has been pulled out of committee to the Senate floor. Currently, lawmakers get a $142 dollar daily stipend plus mileage compensation during the legislative session. Senate Joint Resolution 10 would put the matter on the ballot so voters could...
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Airdate: Tue., 13 Mar. 2007 |
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Winter Utility Service Disconnections Moratorium Remains Intact |
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By: John West
There was a lively debate in the state Senate last evening on a bill that would revise the moratorium on Winter Utility Service Disconnections. From Santa Fe, KUNM's John West reports.
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Stories from Mon., 12 Mar. 2007
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Airdate: Mon., 12 Mar. 2007 |
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Stacy Mitchell - Author of "Big Box Swindle" - Visits NM |
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By: Megan Kamerick
As the Albuquerque City Council ponders design restrictions on Big Box retail products, the author of a new book that is highly critical of such developments visits Albuquerque and Santa Fe this week. Stacy Mitchell spoke with KUNM's Megan Kamerick about why she thinks giant retailers are hurting America....
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Airdate: Mon., 12 Mar. 2007 |
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Young Students Lobby Roundhouse Legislators for Environmentally Friendly World |
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By: Jim Williams
It's been a big year in New Mexico for legislation designed to help fight global warming. Lawmakers have passed several bills supported by Governor Bill Richardson in his Climate Change Initiative Package. But, as KUNM's Jim Williams reports from the capitol, they might be surprised by just who is paying...
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Stories from Sat., 10 Mar. 2007
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Summary of Approved and Pending 2007 Clean Energy Legislation |
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By: Jim Cochran
Increasing concern over global climate change caused by energy consumption has prompted New Mexico to take action. KUNM Correspondent Jim Cochran files this report on clean energy legislation.
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Stories from Fri., 9 Mar. 2007
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Airdate: Fri., 9 Mar. 2007 |
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Barbara Ehrenreich - Author and Labor Activist - Speaks Sunday in Santa Fe |
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By: Megan Kamerick
Barabra Ehrenreich will be speaking in Santa Fe this Sunday, March 11, at a benefit for the Santa Fe Living Wage Network. KUNM's Megan Kamerick recently talked with the author about poverty and America's changing labor landscape.
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Airdate: Fri., 9 Mar. 2007 |
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Medical Marijuana Bill Dies in House on Close Vote; Senate Had Passed Measure |
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By: Jim Williams
With just over a week to go in the legislative session in Santa Fe, both houses moved some big bills last night to clear their calendars for the home stretch. As KUNM's Jim Williams reports from the capitol,in the House, cockfighting and medical marijuana were among them.
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Airdate: Fri., 9 Mar. 2007 |
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Cockfighting Ban Just a Technicality Away From Legislative Approval |
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By: Jim Williams
new mexico is now just a couple of steps away from banning cockfighting. The House late yesterday voted 49 to 20 for the bill that would outlaw the practice. Opponents call cockfighting, in which roosters are fitted with razor blades and put in rings to battle to the death, cruel and barbaric. The...
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Airdate: Fri., 9 Mar. 2007 |
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Legislature Acts on Several Bills; Only Seven Days Remain in 2007 Session |
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By: Jim Williams
Both chambers of the state legislature have been busy again today as just seven days remain in the legislative session. From the capitol, KUNM's Jim Williams reports.
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Airdate: Fri., 9 Mar. 2007 |
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NM Legislature Passes Smoking Ban in Indoor Public and Work Spaces |
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By: Jim Williams
The New Mexico legislature has passed a statewide ban on smoking in restaurants, bars, and workplaces. The measure was approved by the Senate last night. It prohibits smoking in public transportation and almost every enclosed public place and indoor workplace in the state. Exceptions are made for sole...
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Airdate: Fri., 9 Mar. 2007 |
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NM Senate Committee Tables Domestic Partner Rights Act |
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The Domestic Partner Rights and Responsibility Act provides for equal rights, at the state level, to both same-sex and opposite sex couples who either can not or choose not to marry. It was tabled by a vote of five to four Thursday night, in the Senate Public Affairs Committee. Freshman Democratic...
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Stories from Thu., 8 Mar. 2007
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Airdate: Thu., 8 Mar. 2007 |
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Senate Biodiesel Bill Requires Greater Use of "Green Fuels" |
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The New Mexico Senate has passed a bill requiring diesel fuels to contain a minimum of 5 percent biodiesel by the year 2010 for state vehicles, and 2012 for all others. Biodiesel can be created from used cooking oil or soybean or peanut oil, and is becoming increasingly popular as a so-called "green...
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Airdate: Thu., 8 Mar. 2007 |
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Payday Loan Regulations Act Goes to Senate Floor |
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In the state Senate, the Judiciary Committee gave approval to an amended House bill that caps fees Payday Lenders can charge customers. Payday Loan business operator Jamie Warner opposes that measure. Listen House Bill 92 also limits the amount any person can borrow from a Payday Lending Company to...
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Airdate: Thu., 8 Mar. 2007 |
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State Unemployment Rate Below National Average |
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The latest figures from the New Mexico Labor Department indicate the state unemployment rate has remained below that of the nation by eight-tenths of a percent. Labor Department spokesman Carlos Castaneda: Listen Casteneda credits one of the state's more recently nurtured industries as helpful in...
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Airdate: Thu., 8 Mar. 2007 |
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Senate Tables Bill for Abolishment of Death Penalty |
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By: John West
A measure to abolish the death penalty in New Mexico narrowly failed in a key Senate committee last night. KUNM's John West reports.
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Airdate: Thu., 8 Mar. 2007 |
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NM Senate Kills Impeachment Resolution |
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By: John West
The state Senate has killed a resolution calling on Congress to investigate and possibly impeach President Bush and Vice President Cheney. As KUNM's John West reports from the capitol, the measure was defeated on a procedural move.
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Airdate: Thu., 8 Mar. 2007 |
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Stem Cell Research Bill Passes State Senate |
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By: Jim Williams
The Senate Thursday narrowly passed a bill that sets the stage for embryonic stem cell research at the University of New Mexico. As KUNM's Jim Williams reports from the capitol, the research could begin as early as late this year.
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Stories from Wed., 7 Mar. 2007
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Airdate: Wed., 7 Mar. 2007 |
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State House Unanimously Passes Green Building Bill |
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The state House floor has passed legislation that would provide tax credits to construction businesses that build energy efficient and sustainable buildings. The bill, sponsored by Representative Peter Wirth, passed unanimously with a vote of 62 to 0. House Bill 534 would extend the federal tax credits...
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Airdate: Wed., 7 Mar. 2007 |
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State House Continues Acting on Bills While Senate Stalls |
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By: Jim Williams
The state House of Representatives continues to act on some legislation that the Senate can't seem to address. And as KUNM's Jim Williams reports from the capitol, that seems to be having a ripple effect on Senate bills in the House.
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Airdate: Wed., 7 Mar. 2007 |
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Former Ambassador Joe C. Wilson Comments on Libby Verdict |
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By: Renée Blake
After learning of the conviction of Lewis Libby on four counts concerning how he learned the identity of former CIA operative Valerie Plame Wilson, Plame's husband Joe Wilson, expressed satisfaction . But Wilson says the story will continue…this time with a civil case. Renee Blake has more.
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Airdate: Wed., 7 Mar. 2007 |
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Iglesias' Testimony Before U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee |
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Former New Mexico U.S. Attorney David Iglesias in an exchange with Pennsylvania Republican Senator Arlen Spector during a Congressional hearing on Capitol Hill yesterday. Iglesias was one of 8 U.S. Attorneys forced to resign last month as directed by the Justice Department by the Bush Administration....
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Airdate: Wed., 7 Mar. 2007 |
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Albuquerque's 7th Annual Global Dance Fest Starts Today |
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By: Spencer Beckwith
Albuquerque's 7th Annual Global Dance Fest, presented by the VSA North Fourth Arts Center, will run this year from March 7th thru the 14th. As the name implies, performers and companies from around the world will be taking part. Returning htis year for its third appearance is the celebrated Stephen...
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Stories from Tue., 6 Mar. 2007
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Airdate: Tue., 6 Mar. 2007 |
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Bingaman Comments on Libby Trial Outcome |
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By: John West
New Mexico Senator Jeff Bingaman says today's guilty verdicts in the "Scooter" Libby trial probably won't do much harm to the Bush Administration. KUNM's John West reports.
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Airdate: Tue., 6 Mar. 2007 |
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Impeachment Resolution Passes NM Senate Judiciary Committee; Goes to Senate Floor |
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By: John West
A measure that calls for the impeachment of President Bush and Vice President Dick Cheney has advanced at the state legislature KUNM's John West reports.
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Airdate: Tue., 6 Mar. 2007 |
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Iglesias Testifies Before Two Congressional Committees |
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By: Steve Shadley
Former New Mexico U.S. Attorney David Iglesias testified yesterday before two congressional committees in Washington saying he felt pressure to release a criminal indictment or face political consequences.
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Stories from Mon., 5 Mar. 2007
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Airdate: Mon., 5 Mar. 2007 |
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Richardson Signs Two Renewable Energy Bills |
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By: Jim Williams
Governor Bill Richardson today signed two bills from his renewable energy package that the legislature had passed within the last week. The governor said the measures will quadruple the state's use of "clean' electricity. From the capitol, KUNM's Jim Wlliams reports.
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Airdate: Mon., 5 Mar. 2007 |
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CNM Offers Free Tax Help |
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By: Danny Hernandez
If your household makes less than 39,000 dollars per year or you are older than 65, Tax Help New Mexico will prepare your taxes for free. That's right, free. Danny Hernandez filed this report.
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Airdate: Mon., 5 Mar. 2007 |
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Senator Domenici Admits Making Phone Call to Iglesias |
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The Washington D.C. based ethics watchdog known as CREW, or Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington has today filed an ethics complaint against New Mexico's senior U.S. Senator Pete Domenici. Executive Director Melanie Sloan: Listen Domenici press secretary Chris Gallegos says the senator...
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Airdate: Mon., 5 Mar. 2007 |
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Future of Energy Development Trumps "Year of Water" in Legislature |
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By: Jim Williams
Governor Bill Richardson late last year proclaimed 2007 to be the "Year of Water" at the state legislature. And though some of the bills on his list of water-related legislation have passed, as KUNM's Jim Williams reports from the capitol, 2007 might have been more aptly named the "Year of Global Warming."...
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Stories from Fri., 2 Mar. 2007
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Airdate: Fri., 2 Mar. 2007 |
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Wilson Visits Albuquerque VA Hospital; Refuses To Comment on Iglesias Resignation |
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By: Steve Shadley
New Mexico Congresswoman Heather Wilson continues to avoid questions about this week's resignation of U.S. Attorney David Iglesias. Today, during a tour of the Veterans' Hospital in Albuquerque, Wilson was met by a group of reporters, but she didn't want to discuss Iglesias.
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Airdate: Fri., 2 Mar. 2007 |
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State Minimum Wage Bill Still Faces Legislative Hurdles |
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By: Jim Williams
A bill to raise the state minimum wage took another step toward passage at the state legislature. But as KUNM's Jim Williams reports from the capitol, lawmakers still have some significant differences over what the final version of the measure should look like.
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Airdate: Fri., 2 Mar. 2007 |
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Legislature Passes Renewable Energy Delivery System Bill |
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By: Jim Williams
It's been a busy day at the state legislature today, and the Senate has adjourned for party caucus meetings, before returning for another floor session tonight. A bill to create a renewable energy delivery system for New Mexico to export wind, solar and biomass-generated electricity passed the House...
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Stories from Thu., 1 Mar. 2007
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Airdate: Thu., 1 Mar. 2007 |
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Pearce Urges Protection of NM Water Resources Via Court Action |
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New Mexico Republican Representative Steve Pearce addressed a joint session of the state House and Senate this afternoon. Pearce said the state legislature needs to make it a priority to fight in court for New Mexico's right to its water supplies, spending whatever it takes to do so. He called water...
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Airdate: Thu., 1 Mar. 2007 |
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State House Tables Environmental Justice Bill |
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By: Jim Williams
A measure that would set up a system for marginalized New Mexico communities to challenge industrial projects has hit a wall at the state legislature. As KUNM's Jim Williams reports from the capitol, a House committee yesterday tabled a bill that would establish an environmental justice process in the...
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