MARY HERRERA CARES!: Nobody can help everybody But everybody can help S...: My Dear friend Stephen Gutierrez will again set a goal to receive donations to help the homeless for the Holidays. Stephen will be wearing a...
Sunday, August 21, 2011
Nobody can help everybody But everybody can help Sombody!
My Dear friend Stephen Gutierrez will again set a goal to receive donations to help the homeless for the Holidays. Stephen will be wearing a Santa Claus robe as part of his daily attire until his goal is reached.
Beginning on Monday, September 5, 2011 Stephen will begin sleeping outdoors at the Armijo Plaza, 900 Isleta SW. He will continue to sleep on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Friday nights from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Come drop off your donations to Stephen at any of these times and help make everyday a holiday for the less fortunate!
Donations can also be taken to all Youth Development and Headstart offices and the Armijo Senior Mealsite.
For more information to help this wonderful cause, please call 212-7404 or email Stephen at sgutierrez@ydinm.org. Thank you!
Remember: NOBODY CAN HELP EVERYBODY - BUT EVERYBODY CAN HELP SOMEBODY!
Beginning on Monday, September 5, 2011 Stephen will begin sleeping outdoors at the Armijo Plaza, 900 Isleta SW. He will continue to sleep on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Friday nights from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Come drop off your donations to Stephen at any of these times and help make everyday a holiday for the less fortunate!
Donations can also be taken to all Youth Development and Headstart offices and the Armijo Senior Mealsite.
For more information to help this wonderful cause, please call 212-7404 or email Stephen at sgutierrez@ydinm.org. Thank you!
Remember: NOBODY CAN HELP EVERYBODY - BUT EVERYBODY CAN HELP SOMEBODY!
Friday, August 19, 2011
MARY HERRERA CARES!: New GOP strategy Involves Re-electing President Ob...
MARY HERRERA CARES!: New GOP strategy Involves Re-electing President Ob...: A Friend emailed me this article and I just cannot believe what I was reading, GOP Leaders wishing bad on our President. Most GOP Leaders us...
MARY HERRERA CARES!: New GOP strategy Involves Re-electing President Ob...
MARY HERRERA CARES!: New GOP strategy Involves Re-electing President Ob...: A Friend emailed me this article and I just cannot believe what I was reading, GOP Leaders wishing bad on our President. Most GOP Leaders us...
MARY HERRERA CARES!: New GOP strategy Involves Re-electing President Ob...
MARY HERRERA CARES!: New GOP strategy Involves Re-electing President Ob...: A Friend emailed me this article and I just cannot believe what I was reading, GOP Leaders wishing bad on our President. Most GOP Leaders us...
New GOP strategy Involves Re-electing President Obama to make his Life even more miserable?
A Friend emailed me this article and I just cannot believe what I was reading, GOP Leaders wishing bad on our President. Most GOP Leaders use the Bible and Christian scriptures to obtain votes from the real Christians but in reality, and truth, they are being lead by Satan himself. Remember my fellow Christians, God has warned us that the Devil is everywhere and he attends church with us and knows who are really the weak. How sad that we elected these type of Leaders? Good Leaders do not last in office. Go read this for yourself, it will just make you sick to your stomach. Go to: http://www.theonion.com/
UPDATE TO EARLIER POSTING:
Receiving calls from Republican Friends who do not support this strategy, WAY TO GO! also received email that I should of not used the word Satan, evil and hate and wishing people bad is Satan himself. It is what is is, Sorry but Good overpowers bad! Just time to open peoples eyes to realize what is happening to our country, we need to unite and support our Leaders and not wish any of them misery, how sad is that?
Mary Herrera Cares!
UPDATE TO EARLIER POSTING:
Receiving calls from Republican Friends who do not support this strategy, WAY TO GO! also received email that I should of not used the word Satan, evil and hate and wishing people bad is Satan himself. It is what is is, Sorry but Good overpowers bad! Just time to open peoples eyes to realize what is happening to our country, we need to unite and support our Leaders and not wish any of them misery, how sad is that?
Mary Herrera Cares!
Thursday, July 28, 2011
GOP - No Vote on Debt Plan
GOP announces they do not have the votes to pass their Debt Plan. Democrats and Republicans are unable to get any of their plans through on the Debt Ceiling. Has anyone stopped to question where and why the Tea Party are a distraction in Washington DC. Why they fight and are against progress in Washington DC. Can this Party be a planted Party to destroy our Country. Remember 9-11, the pilots that flew those planes right into the Towers in New York were trained in the United States. We were blind sided, so what if the Tea Party was established to destroy our Country from these same people. It is possible, where are they getting all their money. Why are they stopping all the progress in Washington DC? Who are they and where are they coming from? It might be time we open our eyes and see what is really happening to our Country.
Monday, July 25, 2011
MARY HERRERA CARES!: President Obama to address the Nation
MARY HERRERA CARES!: President Obama to address the Nation: "President Obama will address the Nation regarding all the Debt Ceiling tonight. It is really too bad that the two parties Democrats and Repu..."
President Obama to address the Nation
President Obama will address the Nation regarding all the Debt Ceiling tonight. It is really too bad that the two parties Democrats and Republicans can not work together for the people. What needs to be explained to the people are all the Executive Orders issued by past Presidents and why some programs cannot be cut. President Obama and all in Washington are not coming out and talking about those Executive Orders and why some of these programs cannot be cut. It is time for someone to tell everyone the truth. Just the other day, I could not believe what I heard from the 700 Club. Some programs that definitely are in the budget going to China and Africa that really can be deleted; however, the 700 Club failed to mention these programs have been funded since Bush was in office.
Let's wish them all well in Washington DC and hope they all put their pride aside and do what is right for our country.
Let's wish them all well in Washington DC and hope they all put their pride aside and do what is right for our country.
Thursday, July 21, 2011
MARY HERRERA CARES!: Rebecca Vigil Giron Story
MARY HERRERA CARES!: Rebecca Vigil Giron Story: "Tonight I received a call from a Reporter to inform me he was going to do a story about Rebecca Vigil Giron. He said she said some pretty na..."
Rebecca Vigil Giron Story
Tonight I received a call from a Reporter to inform me he was going to do a story about Rebecca Vigil Giron. He said she said some pretty nasty things about you, Hector Balderas and Gary King. He asked if he could send them to me to make comments. I said "no I really do not care what she said about me". What happen was I requested an audit of the HAVA funds in November shortly after I was elected Secretary of State, because I could not believe the entire HAVA funds could of been spent so quickly. Those Funds were awarded to States to assist for up-coming elections to last for several years.
I advised him I knew nothing about the criminal end of the audit, or was I involved in the criminal investigation. I worked on the administrative end of the audit. I told the Reporter, I really do not believe in my heart she took any money, but she was dumb to trust the Koefers' and Mr. Gutierrez. I told him when I heard she had gotten indicted, I cried in my office. I had no clue that the Attorney General was conducting a criminal investigation and who was involved. I never was called in to testify, I only worked on the administrative end of the audit. Taking office and not finding a financial person, I myself had to work with one staff member to give the Federal Auditors all the financial reports and records that were not available. During the month of January through May, the first year I took office (2007), having an accounting background, I had to work almost every night until midnight to create reports and try to track down invoices for the Federal Auditors. I later was able to hire a Chief Financial Officer. Rebecca never gave us the courtesy of a transition. This may have helped her.
When I found out who Mr. Gutierrez was from one of auditors, during a meeting sometime in March 2007, I must of turned white, when they mentioned his name, I also told the Reporter, "I almost fell off my chair" because the Auditor asked me, "do you know him", I said "yes", he was our President of the Hispano Music Association, I was a Board Member and he is a nice guy and an intelligent man, I am shocked". The auditor told me, should I give him more time to come up with the missing 3.4 million dollar invoices. I said, "yes" I believe he has them in the basement in boxes as he informed you. I was wrong, he never came up with those invoices.
I advised the Reporter that my administration went through hell because of Rebecca Vigil Giron with all the State Agencies. They no longer trusted the Secretary of State's office because of Rebecca Vigil Giron; however, they did me a favor in the long run because I left that office with an unqualified audit, ZERO findings. Best Audit any agency can accomplish. Oh course, we got no credit for this great audit from the media because they were too one sided on the false accusation being made about us at the time, by disgruntled employees. We had to do double work, provide extra documentation, always justify what were purchasing or going out to bid, etc. The Agencies realized Rebecca Vigil Giron signed off on millions of dollars of paper work without the proper documentation or proof that the work had been performed. That is where she went wrong and got in trouble, trusting those people she hired to do advertising.
My last comment to the Reporter, was "Rebecca better find some forgiveness in her heart if she expects God to pull through all this". I also told him Hector Balderas, Gary King and myself were only doing out jobs. Hector Balderas (State Auditor) did not perform the original audit, the Federal Auditors conducted this audit that identified the 3.4 million dollars of services not found.
Yes for the record, I got emotional as I talked to the Reporter. I told him I am praying for Rebecca Vigil Giron.
I advised him I knew nothing about the criminal end of the audit, or was I involved in the criminal investigation. I worked on the administrative end of the audit. I told the Reporter, I really do not believe in my heart she took any money, but she was dumb to trust the Koefers' and Mr. Gutierrez. I told him when I heard she had gotten indicted, I cried in my office. I had no clue that the Attorney General was conducting a criminal investigation and who was involved. I never was called in to testify, I only worked on the administrative end of the audit. Taking office and not finding a financial person, I myself had to work with one staff member to give the Federal Auditors all the financial reports and records that were not available. During the month of January through May, the first year I took office (2007), having an accounting background, I had to work almost every night until midnight to create reports and try to track down invoices for the Federal Auditors. I later was able to hire a Chief Financial Officer. Rebecca never gave us the courtesy of a transition. This may have helped her.
When I found out who Mr. Gutierrez was from one of auditors, during a meeting sometime in March 2007, I must of turned white, when they mentioned his name, I also told the Reporter, "I almost fell off my chair" because the Auditor asked me, "do you know him", I said "yes", he was our President of the Hispano Music Association, I was a Board Member and he is a nice guy and an intelligent man, I am shocked". The auditor told me, should I give him more time to come up with the missing 3.4 million dollar invoices. I said, "yes" I believe he has them in the basement in boxes as he informed you. I was wrong, he never came up with those invoices.
I advised the Reporter that my administration went through hell because of Rebecca Vigil Giron with all the State Agencies. They no longer trusted the Secretary of State's office because of Rebecca Vigil Giron; however, they did me a favor in the long run because I left that office with an unqualified audit, ZERO findings. Best Audit any agency can accomplish. Oh course, we got no credit for this great audit from the media because they were too one sided on the false accusation being made about us at the time, by disgruntled employees. We had to do double work, provide extra documentation, always justify what were purchasing or going out to bid, etc. The Agencies realized Rebecca Vigil Giron signed off on millions of dollars of paper work without the proper documentation or proof that the work had been performed. That is where she went wrong and got in trouble, trusting those people she hired to do advertising.
My last comment to the Reporter, was "Rebecca better find some forgiveness in her heart if she expects God to pull through all this". I also told him Hector Balderas, Gary King and myself were only doing out jobs. Hector Balderas (State Auditor) did not perform the original audit, the Federal Auditors conducted this audit that identified the 3.4 million dollars of services not found.
Yes for the record, I got emotional as I talked to the Reporter. I told him I am praying for Rebecca Vigil Giron.
Saturday, July 16, 2011
MARY HERRERA CARES!: 64,000 Voter Registrations being Investigated!
MARY HERRERA CARES!: 64,000 Voter Registrations being Investigated!: "The media again are reporting that Secretary of State, Dianna Duran has turned over 64,000 voter registration records to the State Police fo..."
64,000 Voter Registrations being Investigated!
The media again are reporting that Secretary of State, Dianna Duran has turned over 64,000 voter registration records to the State Police for investigation. What is this costing, did the State Police have the funds in their budget?
No one knows the cost and no one knows how many of those 64,000 people being investigated and are not even aware they are being investigated because the names and the number per party have not be released to the public. Why not? This is public record, social security numbers and birth dates cannot be released, but the breakdown of how many are Republicans, Democrats, Independents, etc. can be released. I would be interested in knowing this information.
The original voter registration forms are kept at the County Clerks offices per law. The County Clerks are responsible to keep their respective files updated. Why are they not included in this investigation? Dianna Duran promised to work with the experts. What is the Secretary of State trying to hide or find? Yes she admits that she made a promise to assure the files are accurate, so again, why not work with the County Clerks for accuracy?
There are a few County Clerks who do not have the staff, if that is the case, the Secretary of State can send some help. The number of County Clerks with minimal staff is very few.
We all need to remember, the Governor also promised to look into the alleged
voter fraud. Is she behind this? This is definitely a movement for Photo IDs throughout the country. Again, there has not been proof of voter fraud in New Mexico. In all the years I was County Clerk and Secretary of State, the Republicans continued to claim they had names. I asked for them, but guess what, no names were ever turned over. Why not? Yet our tax money is being used for alleged voter fraud? We really do not have the funds to waste.
Mary Herrera
No one knows the cost and no one knows how many of those 64,000 people being investigated and are not even aware they are being investigated because the names and the number per party have not be released to the public. Why not? This is public record, social security numbers and birth dates cannot be released, but the breakdown of how many are Republicans, Democrats, Independents, etc. can be released. I would be interested in knowing this information.
The original voter registration forms are kept at the County Clerks offices per law. The County Clerks are responsible to keep their respective files updated. Why are they not included in this investigation? Dianna Duran promised to work with the experts. What is the Secretary of State trying to hide or find? Yes she admits that she made a promise to assure the files are accurate, so again, why not work with the County Clerks for accuracy?
There are a few County Clerks who do not have the staff, if that is the case, the Secretary of State can send some help. The number of County Clerks with minimal staff is very few.
We all need to remember, the Governor also promised to look into the alleged
voter fraud. Is she behind this? This is definitely a movement for Photo IDs throughout the country. Again, there has not been proof of voter fraud in New Mexico. In all the years I was County Clerk and Secretary of State, the Republicans continued to claim they had names. I asked for them, but guess what, no names were ever turned over. Why not? Yet our tax money is being used for alleged voter fraud? We really do not have the funds to waste.
Mary Herrera
MARY HERRERA CARES!: Darren White Retires!
MARY HERRERA CARES!: Darren White Retires!: "Darren White retired this week and not on a happy note. I got to know Darren White when he was Bernalillo County Sheriff and I was Bernalill..."
Darren White Retires!
Darren White retired this week and not on a happy note. I got to know Darren White when he was Bernalillo County Sheriff and I was Bernalillo County Clerk. He and I got along very well. We worked together to defeat the consolidation of the City and County. Back then, most of the Sheriff Deputies were pretty happy to have him as their Sheriff. I do not remember who was his predecessor was, but by the end of his term, the Deputies were ready for a new Sheriff and welcomed Darren White.
I ask all of you to pray for him. This incident with his wife shows that we are all human and we make mistakes. Remember the one with no sin, cast the first stone. He took the high road and resigned. Let him go in peace, he's gone.
This is also a lesson for him, during the last campaign, he stood there with all the republicans downgrading democrats, that they were unethical, criminals, etc. This is to show you stop accusing people because you never know what is going to happen to you in the future.
I wish Darren White good luck and hope he enjoys his retirement. He did do great things during his many years of his career. Remember everyone, the media only tells the half truths and never reports all the good. God Bless Darren White and his family!
Mary Herrera
I ask all of you to pray for him. This incident with his wife shows that we are all human and we make mistakes. Remember the one with no sin, cast the first stone. He took the high road and resigned. Let him go in peace, he's gone.
This is also a lesson for him, during the last campaign, he stood there with all the republicans downgrading democrats, that they were unethical, criminals, etc. This is to show you stop accusing people because you never know what is going to happen to you in the future.
I wish Darren White good luck and hope he enjoys his retirement. He did do great things during his many years of his career. Remember everyone, the media only tells the half truths and never reports all the good. God Bless Darren White and his family!
Mary Herrera
Thursday, July 14, 2011
MARY HERRERA CARES!: The Montezuma Ball is around the corner!
MARY HERRERA CARES!: The Montezuma Ball is around the corner!: "The Montezuma Ball, celebrating New Mexico's traditions 'Made In New Mexico' will be held Saturday, November 19th, 2011 at the Hotel Albuque..."
The Montezuma Ball is around the corner!
The Montezuma Ball, celebrating New Mexico's traditions "Made In New Mexico" will be held Saturday, November 19th, 2011 at the Hotel Albuquerque at Old Town. This fundraising event will benefit, The New Mexico Community Development & Loan Fund, Albuquerque Independent Business Alliance, The New Mexico Multi-cultural Foundation and Friends of the KIMO.
For more information please call Jane Bradley at: 505 332-0419 or E-Mail: JANEWHOM@aol.com or visit www.MontezumaBall.com. Plan to buy a table for your company, friends or family. Do not miss out on this event. It is one of the greatest events held in Albuquerque.
For more information please call Jane Bradley at: 505 332-0419 or E-Mail: JANEWHOM@aol.com or visit www.MontezumaBall.com. Plan to buy a table for your company, friends or family. Do not miss out on this event. It is one of the greatest events held in Albuquerque.
Tuesday, July 12, 2011
MARY HERRERA CARES!: Forbidding Prayer at Veteran's Funeral--NO WAY!
MARY HERRERA CARES!: Forbidding Prayer at Veteran's Funeral--NO WAY!: "Can you believe it? 'They've told the VFW and the American Legion that they cannot have prayer during burial services of our veterans, unl..."
Forbidding Prayer at Veteran's Funeral--NO WAY!
Can you believe it?
"They've told the VFW and the American Legion that they cannot have prayer during burial services of our veterans, unless the family requests it in writing and submits the prayer for pre-approval." This is at the Houston National Cemetery.
The VFW has joined with other patriotic veterans' groups and the Liberty Institute to file a suit against the VA and the Director of Houston National Cemetery for religious hostility and unlawful censorship.
Many Veterans' and VFW groups need your help. Take action to let the Department of Veterans Affairs and Its Director of Houston National Cemetery, Arleen Ocasio, know we won't stand for their disrespectful and intrusive actions!
Please forward this information on your Facebook and send emails to everyone you know.
Thank you,
Mary Herrera Cares!
"They've told the VFW and the American Legion that they cannot have prayer during burial services of our veterans, unless the family requests it in writing and submits the prayer for pre-approval." This is at the Houston National Cemetery.
The VFW has joined with other patriotic veterans' groups and the Liberty Institute to file a suit against the VA and the Director of Houston National Cemetery for religious hostility and unlawful censorship.
Many Veterans' and VFW groups need your help. Take action to let the Department of Veterans Affairs and Its Director of Houston National Cemetery, Arleen Ocasio, know we won't stand for their disrespectful and intrusive actions!
Please forward this information on your Facebook and send emails to everyone you know.
Thank you,
Mary Herrera Cares!
Monday, July 11, 2011
MARY HERRERA CARES!: Grant the Congressional Gold Medal to the troops w...
MARY HERRERA CARES!: Grant the Congressional Gold Medal to the troops w...: "There is a Bill being drafted to grant the Congressional Gold Medal to the troops who defended Bataan during World War II. This Bill must be..."
Grant the Congressional Gold Medal to the troops who defended Bataan during World War II
There is a Bill being drafted to grant the Congressional Gold Medal to the troops who defended Bataan during World War II. This Bill must be enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America.
If this Bill is passed, Congress will award the Congressional Gold Medal in honor of the soldiers from the United States who were prisoners of war at Bataan, in recognition of their personal sacrifice and service to their country.
Yes there has been folks against this Bill. I cannot believe it but it is true. Many of the survivors of Bataan have now passed away. They should of received this Gold Metal years ago. For the few that are living, I am hoping this Bill is passed soon.
What we want is some momentum, we do not want the Bataan story to be dominated by Libya, Afghanistan, and the Debt Ceiling. We need your help to get this sponsored and introduced. How you can help is by becoming a member of the Bataan-Corregidor Memorial Foundation on Facebook. This will increase access to updates and historical information and hopefully expand the grass roots push to get this legislation through Congress. Show Congress that you care, the more grassroots pressure, the higher likelihood of success. They definitely deserve this recognition.
Thank you,
Mary Herrera Cares!
If this Bill is passed, Congress will award the Congressional Gold Medal in honor of the soldiers from the United States who were prisoners of war at Bataan, in recognition of their personal sacrifice and service to their country.
Yes there has been folks against this Bill. I cannot believe it but it is true. Many of the survivors of Bataan have now passed away. They should of received this Gold Metal years ago. For the few that are living, I am hoping this Bill is passed soon.
What we want is some momentum, we do not want the Bataan story to be dominated by Libya, Afghanistan, and the Debt Ceiling. We need your help to get this sponsored and introduced. How you can help is by becoming a member of the Bataan-Corregidor Memorial Foundation on Facebook. This will increase access to updates and historical information and hopefully expand the grass roots push to get this legislation through Congress. Show Congress that you care, the more grassroots pressure, the higher likelihood of success. They definitely deserve this recognition.
Thank you,
Mary Herrera Cares!
Sunday, July 10, 2011
MARY HERRERA CARES!: Joel Osteen is coming to Albuquerque!
MARY HERRERA CARES!: Joel Osteen is coming to Albuquerque!: "Just heard the most positive news for Albuquerque, Joel Osteen will be coming to Albuquerque on October 7, 2011. That is the best news I hav..."
Joel Osteen is coming to Albuquerque!
Just heard the most positive news for Albuquerque, Joel Osteen will be coming to Albuquerque on October 7, 2011. That is the best news I have heard in a long time. I have been wanting to go to Austin Texas to see him, but now I do not have to go to Texas, he is coming to Albuquerque.
Joel Osteen is the most positive person I have ever listened to. If you are down and need to listen to a person who can help you turn your thinking and life into something positive, plan on going to listen to him. The event will be at the UNM Pit. Hope to see you all there.
I promise you it will be worth your time!
Joel Osteen is the most positive person I have ever listened to. If you are down and need to listen to a person who can help you turn your thinking and life into something positive, plan on going to listen to him. The event will be at the UNM Pit. Hope to see you all there.
I promise you it will be worth your time!
Saturday, July 9, 2011
Changing Your Thought Patterns!
Let's look at a typical pattern of thinking. First, we recognize that there is a need to change an attitude, whatever that attitude may be. Maybe it's an attitude toward an individual or situation. I believe the way to change is through the means of prayer.
Everyone enjoy your weekend, life is too short and we all need to enjoy our life. So far the weekend is going great, God always answers your prayer if you ask him. God never lets you down, believe in him and be happy. Go out and enjoy the Summer Fest tonight or a movie with a special person or a family member.
Everyone enjoy your weekend, life is too short and we all need to enjoy our life. So far the weekend is going great, God always answers your prayer if you ask him. God never lets you down, believe in him and be happy. Go out and enjoy the Summer Fest tonight or a movie with a special person or a family member.
Friday, July 8, 2011
MARY HERRERA CARES!: Happy Birthday Al Hurricane
MARY HERRERA CARES!: Happy Birthday Al Hurricane: "Al Hurricane is 75 years old today and I wish him happy birthday. For many years he and his family has contributed to keeping New Mexico His..."
Happy Birthday Al Hurricane
Al Hurricane is 75 years old today and I wish him happy birthday. For many years he and his family has contributed to keeping New Mexico Hispano Music alive. As Little Joe and the Familia and Ruben Ramos have kept Texas Hispano Music Alive, we have our own style here in New Mexico. We should all be proud that our New Mexico style music never died. Let's make sure it stays that way.
I can remember listening to Al Hurricane way back to when I was a little girl. My mother often went to dances where he and his band played at a club called the Far West. I can remember in high school, listening to his music and going to dances where he played as well.
I plan to be at his event to celebrate his birthday as he was at my birthday event last year. It was reported that he played at my event, oh course the Reporter never called to verify the truth. The truth is he is a great friend of mine and has been for many years, he came to my birthday party, (alone, not with his band), and sang some songs with the band that was hired for my birthday event.
Happy Birthday Al Hurricane and God Bless you with many more years.
Mary Herrera
I can remember listening to Al Hurricane way back to when I was a little girl. My mother often went to dances where he and his band played at a club called the Far West. I can remember in high school, listening to his music and going to dances where he played as well.
I plan to be at his event to celebrate his birthday as he was at my birthday event last year. It was reported that he played at my event, oh course the Reporter never called to verify the truth. The truth is he is a great friend of mine and has been for many years, he came to my birthday party, (alone, not with his band), and sang some songs with the band that was hired for my birthday event.
Happy Birthday Al Hurricane and God Bless you with many more years.
Mary Herrera
Tuesday, July 5, 2011
Casey Anthony - Not Quilty
Well today this young lady was found not guilty by the jury. That is to show no one should judge another person for a crime unless you have all the facts. The media made this whole incident into a high profile movie or series, the jury had to be careful because the world was watching every single one of them. It is time the Media and all Reporters realize what they report, can really hurt incident people. The question is, do they care?
Pray for family, as far as the little girl, bless her heart, she is an angel now and is in a better place.
Pray for family, as far as the little girl, bless her heart, she is an angel now and is in a better place.
Tuesday, June 28, 2011
MARY HERRERA CARES!: Steve Terrell Article
MARY HERRERA CARES!: Steve Terrell Article: "Today Steve Terrell reporter for the Santa Fe New Mexican publishes an article stating that Secretary of State Dianna Duran who recently sen..."
Steve Terrell Article
Today Steve Terrell reporter for the Santa Fe New Mexican publishes an article stating that Secretary of State Dianna Duran who recently sent 64,000 names of registered voters to the state police now is asking him not to use the words "voter fraud". She claims now that she sent them to the state police to assure the accuracy of the voter files.
We are all aware, this is not the job of the state police to verify the accuracy of the voter files. This is the job of the County Clerks. The County Clerks by law have the authority to make changes to the voter files. She really should work with the County Clerks to assure accuracy of the voter files, they are the experts in that field. State Police have enough to do, fighting crime.
Now the Secretary of State's office is stating that from the start the cases could turn out to be the result of simple clerical errors rather than criminal wrongdoing. This is what I said from the beginning. No they need to tell the truth. They did send these 64,000 names to the State Police to investigate for voter fraud. They are now re-tracking because those names are public record except social security numbers and birth dates. How would you like your name to be on that list and you be accused of a crime with no proof? I can foresee several law suits if that list is ever released. It is public record, they do not own the list.
Also, Steve Terrell states in his article that her Chief of Staff had offered to help my administration verify the names on the voter rolls. Wow, I was not contacted for to verify if this was true. Well it is not true, I asked Steve to ask him how he proposed to help and why he is making up stories. The truth is we had asked him to help us implement the voter registration form on the MVD form after a threat from a group to sue the State for non-compliance of the NVRA federal law. They had been asking the SOS to comply since Rebecca Vigil Giron was in office. He never responded to us and I cannot speak for Rebecca Vigil Giron if he had responded to them. We evidently implemented this form with the MVD form after he left that office and a law suit was filed. This could of been avoided. After we complied with the law, the law suit was withdrawn.I sure wish the media would be fair and remember that there are always two sides to a story.
Back to the 64,000 registration files, this is a movement on behalf of the Republican Party to discourage and not allow Elderly, Native Americans, Homeless, etc. who mostly register Democratic and who do not have a photo ID the ability to vote. How sad! Remember we live in a country where we need to treat everyone equal. New Mexico has strong election laws that prevent voter fraud, it is time for the truth to be said. Quit wasting tax payers money.
Mary Herrera Cares!
We are all aware, this is not the job of the state police to verify the accuracy of the voter files. This is the job of the County Clerks. The County Clerks by law have the authority to make changes to the voter files. She really should work with the County Clerks to assure accuracy of the voter files, they are the experts in that field. State Police have enough to do, fighting crime.
Now the Secretary of State's office is stating that from the start the cases could turn out to be the result of simple clerical errors rather than criminal wrongdoing. This is what I said from the beginning. No they need to tell the truth. They did send these 64,000 names to the State Police to investigate for voter fraud. They are now re-tracking because those names are public record except social security numbers and birth dates. How would you like your name to be on that list and you be accused of a crime with no proof? I can foresee several law suits if that list is ever released. It is public record, they do not own the list.
Also, Steve Terrell states in his article that her Chief of Staff had offered to help my administration verify the names on the voter rolls. Wow, I was not contacted for to verify if this was true. Well it is not true, I asked Steve to ask him how he proposed to help and why he is making up stories. The truth is we had asked him to help us implement the voter registration form on the MVD form after a threat from a group to sue the State for non-compliance of the NVRA federal law. They had been asking the SOS to comply since Rebecca Vigil Giron was in office. He never responded to us and I cannot speak for Rebecca Vigil Giron if he had responded to them. We evidently implemented this form with the MVD form after he left that office and a law suit was filed. This could of been avoided. After we complied with the law, the law suit was withdrawn.I sure wish the media would be fair and remember that there are always two sides to a story.
Back to the 64,000 registration files, this is a movement on behalf of the Republican Party to discourage and not allow Elderly, Native Americans, Homeless, etc. who mostly register Democratic and who do not have a photo ID the ability to vote. How sad! Remember we live in a country where we need to treat everyone equal. New Mexico has strong election laws that prevent voter fraud, it is time for the truth to be said. Quit wasting tax payers money.
Mary Herrera Cares!
Saturday, June 25, 2011
What's going on at the NALEO Conference?
Great speakers today at the NALEO Luncheon, great topics regarding Latino's. Soon this group will no longer be a minority group, it will be a majority group. Wow, proud that I am a Latina. Today, Secretary of Interior, Ken Salazar spoke about many interesting topics regarding Latinos in positions and talked about his role in his position, it was very interesting. He is doing a great job.
Yesterday, I attended a session with the White House staff, met several Latinos working for President Obama. They mentioned that the Presidential staff is not experiencing a high turn over as it occurred in the past. This is positive, this only means they enjoy working for President Obama. I just hope they continue to make the right choices for America.
During this conference, we have listened to many elected officials from Texas. US Senator's, US Congressman, State Senator's, County Commissioners, etc. Last night I met the first women Latina Sheriff. I was glad to meet her. This is a non-partisan group, the elected officials are not from one party. We put aside our party affiliation and network. The goal is to learn from each other and continue to encourage Latinos to seek office. Maybe some day our country will unite?
Have a great day!
Mary Herrera Cares!
Yesterday, I attended a session with the White House staff, met several Latinos working for President Obama. They mentioned that the Presidential staff is not experiencing a high turn over as it occurred in the past. This is positive, this only means they enjoy working for President Obama. I just hope they continue to make the right choices for America.
During this conference, we have listened to many elected officials from Texas. US Senator's, US Congressman, State Senator's, County Commissioners, etc. Last night I met the first women Latina Sheriff. I was glad to meet her. This is a non-partisan group, the elected officials are not from one party. We put aside our party affiliation and network. The goal is to learn from each other and continue to encourage Latinos to seek office. Maybe some day our country will unite?
Have a great day!
Mary Herrera Cares!
Thursday, June 23, 2011
Throwing stones!
Today Bryan Watkins, Executive Director of the Republican Party again was throwing stones at me and praising Dianna Duran for turning over 64,000 voter registration names over to the State Police for alleged voter fraud.
For the record, when I was County Clerk for Bernalillo County, I turned over several hundred suspicious voter registration cards to the proper authorities for investigation. These cards were never entered into the voter registration system. Over 200 of these cards were delivered to the office of County Clerk, from the Republican Party. David Iglesias was the US Attorney General at that time. If we all recall, he was fired for not finding any voter fraud. Please read his book he published, I am mentioned in his book for working with him on this issue. US Senator Pete Domenci and US Congresswomen Heather Wilson, who were in office at that time, were behind the firing of David Iglesias, for only doing his job and being honest about no voter fraud. As a matter of fact, President Bush fired 8 other US Prosecutors throughout the nation for not finding or prosecuting for alleged voter fraud.
The movement nation wide by the Republican Party, is to implement photo ID. It is not fair to voters in New Mexico, that Secretary of State, Dianna Duran is claiming voter fraud to please the Republican Party. All that does is discourage people to go out and exercise what blessing we have, freedom to vote.
While I was County Clerk, I directed my Bureau of Elections Director to issue voter registration cards to employees by alphabet and verify data entry errors from the actual card to the database. Thousands of data entry errors were found and corrected. Even though we conducted these projects after every General Election in the odd year right after the School Board elections (March through August), not all data entries were found. Staff did their best to correct any errors such as a wrong number in the social security number entered, a letter in the name or address, etc. but there were times we found other data entry mistakes that were not found at the time we conducted our projects. Guess what? We also discovered that people who filled out the cards mistakenly entered the wrong social security number or wrong number in their address as well. When we contacted them, it was evident that it was a honest mistake on behalf of the person filling out their voter registration card. Guess what else? The Motor Vehicle Division staff also have made mistakes while entering data into their system. This is not voter fraud, this is human error. Many individuals change their name and addresses, and do not update their voter registration information. For this reason the Voter Registration and Motor Vehicle systems will not match.
I did not oppose photo ID for voting until I realized the truth. Not everyone has a photo ID and many Native Americans do not take their picture due to their beliefs. These issues need to be addressed before you take away people's rights, no one should be elected to disenfrancise others and take away what our country stands for.
Thank you,
Mary Herrera Cares!
For the record, when I was County Clerk for Bernalillo County, I turned over several hundred suspicious voter registration cards to the proper authorities for investigation. These cards were never entered into the voter registration system. Over 200 of these cards were delivered to the office of County Clerk, from the Republican Party. David Iglesias was the US Attorney General at that time. If we all recall, he was fired for not finding any voter fraud. Please read his book he published, I am mentioned in his book for working with him on this issue. US Senator Pete Domenci and US Congresswomen Heather Wilson, who were in office at that time, were behind the firing of David Iglesias, for only doing his job and being honest about no voter fraud. As a matter of fact, President Bush fired 8 other US Prosecutors throughout the nation for not finding or prosecuting for alleged voter fraud.
The movement nation wide by the Republican Party, is to implement photo ID. It is not fair to voters in New Mexico, that Secretary of State, Dianna Duran is claiming voter fraud to please the Republican Party. All that does is discourage people to go out and exercise what blessing we have, freedom to vote.
While I was County Clerk, I directed my Bureau of Elections Director to issue voter registration cards to employees by alphabet and verify data entry errors from the actual card to the database. Thousands of data entry errors were found and corrected. Even though we conducted these projects after every General Election in the odd year right after the School Board elections (March through August), not all data entries were found. Staff did their best to correct any errors such as a wrong number in the social security number entered, a letter in the name or address, etc. but there were times we found other data entry mistakes that were not found at the time we conducted our projects. Guess what? We also discovered that people who filled out the cards mistakenly entered the wrong social security number or wrong number in their address as well. When we contacted them, it was evident that it was a honest mistake on behalf of the person filling out their voter registration card. Guess what else? The Motor Vehicle Division staff also have made mistakes while entering data into their system. This is not voter fraud, this is human error. Many individuals change their name and addresses, and do not update their voter registration information. For this reason the Voter Registration and Motor Vehicle systems will not match.
I did not oppose photo ID for voting until I realized the truth. Not everyone has a photo ID and many Native Americans do not take their picture due to their beliefs. These issues need to be addressed before you take away people's rights, no one should be elected to disenfrancise others and take away what our country stands for.
Thank you,
Mary Herrera Cares!
Sunday, June 19, 2011
Happy Father's Day
I would like to wish all the Father's a happy Father's Day. My father past away many years ago; however, I know he is with our main Father up in heaven. My Dad was not around when I was growing up, he had some issues but later on in his life, he gave his life to Jesus Christ and became a Born Again Christian. He loved everyone, never talked about anyone and would do whatever he could to help others. Every family has had issues but what we need to remember, that not one of us on earth are perfect. There was only one person on this earth that was perfect, he came to earth so we could forgive each other and have something to look forward to. We have a mansion waiting for us in heaven if we accept him. Again, Happy Father's Day.
Mary Herrera Cares!
Mary Herrera Cares!
Saturday, June 18, 2011
Wouldn't it be nice to have a local newspaper that publishes positive articles?
I picked up my brother in- law newspapers, read a few articles, then tossed it away. Same old negative newspaper, I heard it is going broke, people are not caring to read it anymore. It would be nice to read about positive situations and accomplishments. Have a nice day, do not forget today is Juneteenth celebration, and all God has bless us with.
We celebrate Juneteenth today in Albuquerque, because on June 19, 1865 was the date the last slaves in America were freed. The Union Soldiers in Texas enforced the Emancitation Proclamation and freed all the remaining slaves. June 19th we celebrate freedom and equal rights. (We are celebrating today at Kirkland Park).
Mary Herrera Cares!
We celebrate Juneteenth today in Albuquerque, because on June 19, 1865 was the date the last slaves in America were freed. The Union Soldiers in Texas enforced the Emancitation Proclamation and freed all the remaining slaves. June 19th we celebrate freedom and equal rights. (We are celebrating today at Kirkland Park).
Mary Herrera Cares!
Friday, June 17, 2011
Montezuma Ball 2011
The Montezuma Ball 2011 will be held on November 19, 2011 at the Hotel Albuquerque. The Recipients are: NEW MEXICO COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND LOAN FUND, ALSO, ALBUQUERQUE INDEPENDENT BUSINESS ALLIANCE. I am on the committee for this great fundraising event. We need to help our small businesses during these hard economic times. If you are interested in purchasing a table or would like to sponsor this event, please contact Jane Bradley at 505 332-0419. A live auction will take place at this event, if you have anything you would like to donate for the auction, please let us know. Remember this event is to help small businesses stay in business and grow.
I also am a Board Member of the Loan Fund, I will give you more information on the Loan Fund on my next post. Stay informed.
Thank you,
Mary Herrera Cares!
I also am a Board Member of the Loan Fund, I will give you more information on the Loan Fund on my next post. Stay informed.
Thank you,
Mary Herrera Cares!
Thursday, June 16, 2011
Voter Registration Cards - 64,000 ?
This past week in New Mexico, Secretary of State Dianne Duran has turned over 64,000 voter registration cards to the State Police to be investigated for alleged voter fraud. Well the truth is the State Police will never investigate her claims, they do not have the man power or the funding. You can rest assured there is no voter fraud occurring in New Mexico.
New Mexico elections laws are one of the best in the country. I was asked to testify at a Congressional committee meeting in Washington DC, because at the Federal level they recognize New Mexico election laws are great, prevent voter fraud and make it easy for everyone eligible to vote. New Mexico elections are run fairly and accurately. For many years the Republican party has claimed voter fraud. The Republican Party went public claiming they had 22 names to turn over to the proper authorities for prosecution in 2009. That never happened. This year, Dianna Duran said she had 37 names to turn over. Where are those 37 individuals she says committed voter fraud?
Voters should not be discouraged from voting in New Mexico. Voters deserve to know the truth, their vote counts, and New Mexico laws protect their vote.
Mary Herrera
New Mexico elections laws are one of the best in the country. I was asked to testify at a Congressional committee meeting in Washington DC, because at the Federal level they recognize New Mexico election laws are great, prevent voter fraud and make it easy for everyone eligible to vote. New Mexico elections are run fairly and accurately. For many years the Republican party has claimed voter fraud. The Republican Party went public claiming they had 22 names to turn over to the proper authorities for prosecution in 2009. That never happened. This year, Dianna Duran said she had 37 names to turn over. Where are those 37 individuals she says committed voter fraud?
Voters should not be discouraged from voting in New Mexico. Voters deserve to know the truth, their vote counts, and New Mexico laws protect their vote.
Mary Herrera
NALEO
Looking forward to seeing all my friends at NALEO in San Antonio. President Sylvia Garcia has invited me to attend as past President. NALEO is a great group of people making a difference in our country. NALEO stands for National Association of Latino Elected and Appointed Officials. This organization continues to grow and prosper.
Please visit their web site and see for yourself all the wonderful initiates they support. I encourage you to become a member and get involved.
Thank you,
Mary Herrera
Please visit their web site and see for yourself all the wonderful initiates they support. I encourage you to become a member and get involved.
Thank you,
Mary Herrera
Monday, June 13, 2011
Recent Contributions
Hello Everyone,
I have remained busy and active in the community. I am writing this blog to keep you informed on programs and events. As a former elected official is is important to remain involved to help citizens in our community and continue making a difference. I am now involved on the Board for the Loan Fund. If you are a small business and want to expand or your having a challenge in obtaining a loan for your business, go to loanfund.org. and find out more about the opportunities we offer. Also, I am serving on a committee for the Montezuma Ball. This is the largest fundraiser held yearly for non-profit organizations. I will be posting additional information so you can attend or get involved.
My schedule has been non-stop. I have been very busy. I will update you with more details.
In the meantime, thank you for reading my blog, face book me at Mary Herrera.
God Bless!
I have remained busy and active in the community. I am writing this blog to keep you informed on programs and events. As a former elected official is is important to remain involved to help citizens in our community and continue making a difference. I am now involved on the Board for the Loan Fund. If you are a small business and want to expand or your having a challenge in obtaining a loan for your business, go to loanfund.org. and find out more about the opportunities we offer. Also, I am serving on a committee for the Montezuma Ball. This is the largest fundraiser held yearly for non-profit organizations. I will be posting additional information so you can attend or get involved.
My schedule has been non-stop. I have been very busy. I will update you with more details.
In the meantime, thank you for reading my blog, face book me at Mary Herrera.
God Bless!
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