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• An old air warrior says 'enough' to F-22

  Since World War II, and maybe even before that, America's defense establishment has been firmly in the hands of "fighter jocks." And with all due respect to their derring-do, our nation's taxpayers have picked up more and bigger tabs for them than we should have. »Read Story...
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• Letters to the editor for July 15, 2009

  I share the frustration with those lamenting the demise of the College of Santa Fe. Nevertheless, our Legislature correctly determined that purchasing the college was unwise in these difficult times, and City Council should concur. Only Councilor Patti Bushee comprehends the financial uncertainty of taking over the college based upon currently available data. »Read Story...
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• Letters to editor for July 14, 2009

  Regarding "N.M. drivers to test fuel tax alternative" (July 9): I'd like to know whose buddy you have to be to get $16.5 million to do a study that doesn't need to be done! Installing computers in vehicles to tell how many miles they've been driven for tax purposes is insane, except for the computer manufacturer and installation business. »Read Story...
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• The past 100 years for July 15, 2009

  July 15, 1909: Owing to the fact that the W.C.T.U. medal contest will take place at the Elks' opera house tonight, no moving picture show will be given. »Read Story...
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