Tuesday, March 4, 2014

2014 Platform of the Republican Party of New Mexico

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Obama’s FY 2015 Budget Another Disappointing Display of Wasteful Spending and Partisanship

ALBUQUERQUE – Today, President Obama released his $3.9 trillion fiscal year 2015 budget, which drops reform measures for Social Security and fails to reduce the deficit. RPNM Chairman John Billingsley issued the following statement in response:
"Unfortunately, we are once again seeing the President display hyper-partisanship, catering to progressive, liberal policies and making a dangerous political game of the budget process. His budget further increases debt and lacks much-needed reforms to Social Security, riddling the younger generation of Americans with an unstable future. Additionally, with no efforts to reduce the deficit or cut wasteful spending, he is setting up our economy to continue to fail. Instead, he proposes an additional $56 billion for new government programs. It is unrealistic to believe that acquiring more debt and continuing to spend could possibly improve our economic and fiscal crisis. This would not work on an individual level, and it certainly won’t work on the national level.”
"We are already $17 trillion in debt. This number is astounding, and in light of the severity of this situation, the President should be taking legitimate action to cut spending. Sadly, progressive tactics seem to take precedence over protecting the American middle class. This budget is a stark example of this President’s fiscal irresponsibility and his continued economic policies that shrink and destroy the middle class.”

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Saturday, March 1, 2014

RPNM Congratulates Candidates, Thanks Delegates

ALBUQUERQUE – Today, the Republican Party of New Mexico held the 2014 Pre-Primary Convention, in which all federal and statewide candidates received a large enough percentage of the delegate vote to make the ballot for the 2014 primary.
"We had a great convention today,” said RPNM Chairman John Billingsley."With a large number of delegates from across the state—even though we only had two contested races—it is clear that Republicans statewide are energized and engaged in the election process. We all know that there is a great deal at stake for our state and our nation in this year’s election, and it is encouraging to see such active counties, individuals, and voters.”
"All of us at the Republican Party of New Mexico congratulate each Republican candidate on securing their place on the primary ballot,” continued Billingsley."We have a strong slate of candidates, and we are looking forward to this election cycle. Additionally, we recognize that it takes a great deal of effort and time on the part of those who served as delegates, State Central Committee members, and even those who chose to attend as guests. Thank you to all who attended the convention this weekend. Your efforts are appreciated and noticed, and we know that with the help of individuals like yourself, we will see Republican victories this November—from the top to the bottom of the ticket.”

A list of federal and statewide candidates who made the ballot, listed by office is below:

U.S. Senate
David Clements
Allen Weh

U.S. Congress - District 1
Michael Frese
Richard Priem

U.S. Congress - District 2
Steve Pearce

U.S. Congress - District 3
Jefferson Byrd

Governor
Susana Martinez

Lt. Governor
John Sanchez

Secretary of State
Dianna Duran

Attorney General
Susan Riedel

State Treasurer
Rick Lopez

State Auditor
Robert Aragon

Commissioner of Public Lands
Aubrey Dunn

Court of Appeals Judge
Miles Hanisee

There were 524 delegates present and 236 proxies sent, making a total of 760 votes. Additionally, there were over 100 guests present. All uncontested candidates were approved by a vote of general acclamation.

Percentage breakdowns for both contested races are listed below:

U.S. Senate
Allen Weh - 53.17%
David Clements - 46.83%

U.S. Congress - District 1
Michael Frese - 64.46%
Richard Priem - 36.53%

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Friday, February 28, 2014

RPNM Thanks House Minority Floor Leader Don Bratton for his Incredible Service

ALBUQUERQUE – Representative Don Bratton (R-62) has served in the New Mexico State House since 2001 and is currently the House Minority Floor Leader. This week, Representative Bratton announced that he will not seek re-election. RPNM Chairman John Billingsley issued the following statement in response to his retirement:
"Representative Bratton is an incredible leader—with great poise, intelligence, and a sincere commitment to serving the people of New Mexico. His presence in the Legislature—as well as his leadership—will be missed, but we wish him all the best. I’m honored to call Representative Bratton a friend, and as always, I am grateful for the years of service, time, and effort that he has put in—all with the hopes of making our state a better place. He has a lengthy history of public service, and he deserves quality time to be with his family and enjoy retirement.”

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Tuesday, February 25, 2014

RPNM Thanks Rep. Bill Gray for His Service in the State House

ALBUQUERQUE – Today, Representative Bill Gray (R-54) announced his plans to retire from the State House of Representatives. RPNM Chairman John Billingsley issued the following statement regarding his retirement:
"Representative Bill Gray is a one-of-a-kind Legislator. From his deep commitment to serving those in Southeastern New Mexico to his easy going manner and sense of humor, he will be missed in the Legislature. He has been an invaluable member on committees, working on budgets and bringing in the insight of someone whose constituents are members of New Mexico’s oil and gas industry. I have watched Rep. Gray travel the state for years to be with family members, and I know that family is incredibly important to him. I wish him the best in retirement, and hope that the years to come will be treasured years filled with family time.”
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