PHOTOS: First day of the session and Gov. Martinez’ State of the State
As most years, the 2016 Legislative session began with pomp and circumstance. Arguably one of the most crowded days at the capitol building, New Mexico lawmakers and politicos packed the House chambers to hear Gov. Martinez’ State of the State address. While Republican lawmakers mostly applauded Martinez’ legislative goals, Democratic leaders were busy taking […]
Andy Lyman
As most years, the 2016 Legislative session began with pomp and circumstance. Arguably one of the most crowded days at the capitol building, New Mexico lawmakers and politicos packed the House chambers to hear Gov. Martinez’ State of the State address.
While Republican lawmakers mostly applauded Martinez’ legislative goals, Democratic leaders were busy taking notes.
When Martinez wrapped up her speech, many lawmakers made their way through the chambers, meeting with the many guests, including Congressional delegates.
Before the State of the State Address, Representatives and Senators introduced their respective special guests.
Martinez also announced some of her special guests, who included Michelle Webster and Julie Benner, both widows of law enforcement officers who were recently killed in the line of duty.
Some Democratic Senators were reportedly wearing socks depicting slices of pizza, in reference to a recent incident involving Martinez at a Santa Fe hotel where police were called regarding a noise complaint. Martinez told police she and a few guests were eating pizza and drinking soft drinks.
Sanchez later criticized Martinez for her speech as well as intimidating some members of the press into not printing negative stories about her.
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