New Wrinkles in Store for Redistricting Special Legislative Session & a New Collision of Religion & Politics | 12.3.21

New Mexico in Focus (A Production of NMPBS)

A preview of the upcoming special session for the New Mexico Legislature. Chris Nordstrum, Communications Director Senate Majority for the Senate Majority, explains new COVID-19 preventative measures, including a vaccination requirement for all visitors at the Capitol. He also explains what security will look like now that a ban on firearms is in place.

The Line Opinion Panel also reacts to the new COVID-19 restrictions, including a vaccine requirement for all visitors, and the new gun ban at the Capitol ahead of next year's crucial session.

And, a New Mexico Pastor is at the center of a national discussion on the influence of religion in politics. The Line panel addresses the Pastor’s endorsement of an Albuquerque City Council Candidate, and the possible legal fallout.

Guest:

Chris Nordstrum, communications director, State Senate Majority

Line Opinion Panelists:

Cathy McGill, NM Black Leadership Council

Sophie Martin, attorney

Dan Foley, former House Minority Whip

For More Information:

Visiting New Mexico’s Capitol? Bring vaccine proof, not guns – U.S. News and World Report

Vaccines, masks required in the Roundhouse during upcoming legislative sessions – New Mexico Political Report

Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required to visit New Mexico state Capitol – unless you’re a lawmaker – Las Cruces Sun News

Video shows pastor backing City Council candidate from pulpit – Albuquerque Journal

Albuquerque city council candidate responds to Legacy Church endorsement – KOAT TV

Bishops OK Communion document, avoid direct rebuff to Biden – St. Louis Post Dispatch

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