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Podcast: New Mexico in Focus (A Production of NMPBS)
Episode: Special Legislative Session Begins, PNM/Avangrid Merger Nixed & Author Sam Quinones | 12.10.21
Description: The Line Opinion Panel dives into the special legislative session on redistricting. Could Albuquerque be split into multiple districts? And what could that mean for representation in rural areas? Panelists share their thoughts and concerns as we await a final decision.
The Line Panel also reacts to the New Mexico Public Regulation Commission’s decision to nix the proposed PNM merger. Panelists explore comments from PRC members who cited “a demonstrated record” of bad behavior from both companies, PNM and its proposed partner, Avangrid. And, where does this leave Attorney General Hector Balderas after his vocal support for th...