CD1: Grisham, Jones debate in Congress race

Janice Arnold-Jones

NewsNM: Swickard - as I say in my column this last week, the only real question for these two involves who they are going to vote for as the Speaker of the House. From KRQE-TV.com - ALBUQUERQUE — It was their first public battle, Michelle Lujan Grisham and Janice Arnold-Jones had their first debate Sunday morning as they fight for votes in the race for the U.S. Congress seat that represents Albuquerque.  Both women have a great deal of respect for each other, but they didn't mind duking it out when it comes to the issues that affect New Mexico residents.  It was a packed house at the Congregation Albert Synagogue in north east Albuquerque Sunday morning. The two women tried to convince voters they were the best pick to serve the state's First Congressional District.  Both candidates are running on platforms of veteran, health care and economic reform.  When it comes to energy Arnold-Jones thinks congress should find a way to make clean-renewable energy more affordable.  Lujan Grisham says New Mexico is already there and the U.S. needs to tap into those resources, reducing the nation's dependence on foreign countries.  Arnold-Jones emphasizes her work in the private sector where Lujan Grisham plugs her service record as an experienced politician. Read more

CD1: Grisham, Jones debate in Congress race