In this week’s episode of Inside New Mexico, Steve talks about:
- The new Democratic control in Washington.
- How tough it will be to get federal legislation passed.
- How the Democratic Party is deeply divided nationally.
- The wrongful impeachment of President Trump.
- The likelihood of a Trump conviction in the Senate.
- The challenges ahead for the Republican Party.
- What the GOP needs to do to succeed moving forward.
Steve also talks with NM Senate Minority Leader Greg Baca about:
- Security at the Roundhouse.
- Lack of public participation during the legislative session.
- The need for fiscal responsibility.
- New Mexico’s newly elected state Senators.
- The prospect of building strong coalitions.
- The dangers of raiding the state’s Permanent Fund.
Steve also talks with NM House Minority Leader Jim Townsend about:
- Townsend’s recent trip to the RNC Winter Meeting as New Mexico’s new National Committeeman.
- The 2021 legislative session.
- Democrats’ efforts to raise taxes and create bigger government.
- The prospects of a minimum wage increase.
- New Mexico’s newly elected state Representatives.
- Lawmakers’ efforts to reopen New Mexico’s schools.
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