New Mexico's economy has long been powered by energy, thanks to the state’s abundant natural and renewable energy resources. But how will New Mexico make the most of its energy potential in the future? That was the question posed at New Mexico First's recent statewide town hall.
This week, “New Mexico in Focus” will take a closer look at some of the recommendations to come out of the event. New Mexico in Focus” will air on KNME-TV, channel 5.1 in Albuquerque on Friday, July 31 at 7 p.m.
(Note: due to the upcoming pledge drive, there will be no Sunday repeat of “New Mexico in Focus”)
Co-host David Alire Garcia will talk about New Mexico’s energy future with Heather Balas, the president and executive director of New Mexico First, Bob Gallagher, the president of the New Mexico Oil and Gas Association, and former secretary of the Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Department Jennifer Salisbury.
Then co-host Gene Grant and “The Line” panel will debate the new state revenue forecasts and if that will trigger a special session of the legislature, some good news regarding New Mexico’s kids, and how race has once again become a issue for President Obama. Grant will be joined by regular “The Line” panelists Teresa Cordova and Jim Scarantino, and guest panelists attorney Marco Gonzales and blogger Jon Knudsen.
“New Mexico in Focus” is produced by Kevin McDonald and Kathy Wimmer and closed captioning has been made possible by a gift from Mrs. Elspeth G. Bobbs.
Media Contact: Evy Todd, (505) 277-1218; e-mail: etodd@knme.org