SENATE MEMORIAL 62
48th legislature - STATE OF NEW MEXICO - second session, 2008
INTRODUCED BY
Pete Campos
A MEMORIAL
RECOGNIZING GOVERNOR BILL RICHARDSON FOR MAKING A RUN FOR THE PRESIDENCY AND BRINGING FAVORABLE NATIONAL ATTENTION TO THE "LAND OF ENCHANTMENT".
WHEREAS, Governor Bill Richardson is the first New Mexican to mount a legitimate campaign for president of the United States; and
WHEREAS, Governor Richardson's outstanding credentials as a former congressman, cabinet secretary and ambassador to the United Nations were cited numerous times by the national media during the presidential campaign; and
WHEREAS, Governor Richardson's keen negotiating style would have served him and the country well as he dealt with the heads of foreign states; and
WHEREAS, Governor Richardson's year-long presidential campaign brought national attention to the state of New Mexico and allowed the governor to highlight the state as a wonderful place to live, raise a family, work and do business; and
WHEREAS, Governor Richardson made all New Mexicans proud with his knowledge of domestic policy and world affairs, his self-effacing humor and his skillful debating style during his numerous appearances on national television talk shows and nationally televised debates; and
WHEREAS, Governor Richardson's demeanor and positive campaign style demonstrated to the country what it means to be a true New Mexican gentleman; and
WHEREAS, although most New Mexicans would have been proud to see Governor Richardson succeed in his presidential bid, all are just as happy to have him back home, leading the great state of New Mexico;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE OF THE STATE OF NEW MEXICO that Governor Bill Richardson be congratulated on his run for the presidency and that he be recognized for the favorable public attention he brought to the state of New Mexico; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the senate wish Governor Richardson well in whatever endeavor he chooses to pursue.
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