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    Drivers License opposition

    Published January 21, 2016 at 1250 × 833 in Drivers License opposition

    Members of the public speak out against a Republican driver’s license bill

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    Andy Lyman

    Andy Lyman is an Albuquerque based reporter. He previously covered the New Mexico's legislative session for the New Mexico News Network and served as a reporter and host for numerous news outlets.

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