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Democratic Party of Torrance County Newsletter
January 12, 2026
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Hello Fellow Democrats and Antifa Thinkers,
There's something happening here
What it is ain't exactly clear
There's a man with a gun over there
A-telling me I got to beware
I think it's time we stop
Children, what's that sound?
Everybody look what's going down
Stephen Stills of Buffalo Springfield - 1966
As you’re probably aware, on Wednesday morning 37-year-old Renee Nicole Good drove her vehicle in the vicinity of some sort of ICE operation in Minneapolis past, or into, a protest demonstration of ICE’s heavy-handed actions in that city. Reports vary as to why Good was there, but she partially blocked an intersection with her car making it difficult, but not impossible, for the vehicles containing several ICE agents to pass. From the multiple videos that are available, it’s obvious that she waved at least one of the ICE vehicles, occupied by ICE Agent Jonathan Ross, to go around her. Then several other agents accosted her, one of them grabbing the handle of her driver-side door while demanding that she get out of the car. Bystanders report that another agent told her to “get the hell out of here”.
She cut her wheel left as if to start a three-point turn, backing up away from the agents, and then cut her wheel right to go forward. That’s when three shots rang out, all three bullets coming from the gun of Ross, who had returned and passed by the front of Good’s car, hitting Ms. Good in the head, killing her instantly. The first shot went through the lower left corner of Good’s windshield and the other two, fired at point-blank range were through the driver side door’s window. That’s the extent of the facts that everybody agrees on.
Before the victim was even identified, much less any information as to why Ms. Good was even in the intersection to begin with, Kristi Noem from Homeland Security proclaimed that the victim was a “domestic terrorist” who was trying to run over the agent with her car, and that the agent acted in self-defense. Others who were there have stated that she was just trying to leave the scene. The “official” report from ICE says that the agent was struck by the car and required medical attention in the hospital. Others report that he was not struck, and that he walked to his vehicle and drove away uninjured. Minneapolis and Minnesota State Police officials now claim that they are being “blocked out” of the investigation and that only the FBI and ICE are being given access to whatever evidence exists.
This is at least the ninth time in the past month where it’s well-documented that ICE has engaged in what most law enforcement professionals refer to as “the use of excessive force”, including two unwarranted deaths in Illinois. We may never know what really happened on Wednesday since we now obviously have a case of the federal government, which has repeatedly demonstrated that it can no longer be fully trusted, “investigating” itself, having already proclaimed what the “investigation” will reveal even before it’s begun. But there is one thing that IS “exactly clear”. Protestors anywhere near an ICE operation, exercising their constitutional rights to free speech and assembly, have “got to beware”. We need Stephen Stills to make a comeback.
Stand Up! Push Back! Continue the Fight!
Bill
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TRUMP LIES ABOUT EVERYTHING!
Refute the Republican Rhetoric
By Bill Peifer
On Friday, Trump made a YUGE announcement on his UntruthSocial platform, stating: “Effective January 20, 2026, I, as President of the United States, am calling for a one year cap on Credit Card Interest Rates of 10%. Coincidentally, the January 20th date will coincide with the one year anniversary of the historic and very successful Trump Administration.” In typical Trump style, he makes it sound like this is something that he can accomplish with one of his Royal Decrees and that by just claiming that it will happen on January 20th it’s a done deal. The lie is in the implication that he has the power to make it happen, which he cannot. Imposing an interest rate cap on banks and credit card companies is something that Congress CAN do legislatively, but it cannot be done with one of Trump’s thousands of Executive Orders.
The hilarious part of this whole idea is that it’s not new. When Biden was president, he tried putting forth a similar proposal, but the idea was doomed in the Republican Congress as soon as it came out of Biden’s mouth. Then, last February, Senators Bernie Sanders (I-VT) and Josh Hawley (R-MO) introduced S. 381 to do exactly that very same thing. But it was quickly shelved by the pro-banking leadership in the Senate to die a certain death partly because it had Sanders’ name on it. At the same time, Representatives Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) and Anna Paulina Luna (R-FL) introduced H.R. 1944, which would do essentially the same thing, in the House of Representatives. Unfortunately, thanks to pressure from the banking lobby, it was buried by Speaker Mike Johnson, never to see the light of day, once again at least partly because AOC was one of the two primary sponsors.
Economics experts disagree as to whether this cap would be a good thing for the economy as a whole, although it would clearly benefit the millions of Americans who are struggling with high interest rates on a mountain of credit card debt. But it’s typical of Trump that when he might finally APPEAR to be trying to do something FOR the American people instead of doing something TO them, he would try to make it look like it was his idea, which it wasn’t, and that he would claim that he could do it without the approval of Congress, when he cannot.
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CALL
NOTICE OF DEMOCRATIC PARTY OF TORRANCE COUNTY
ELECTION OF DELEGATES TO THE PRE-PRIMARY CONVENTION
In accordance with DPNM rules, calls are hereby issued for the Democratic Party of Torrance County Ward Meetings at 11 AM, and the Pre-Primary Convention at 12 PM, on February 14, 2026, at the DPTC Office, 1701 West Route 66, Suite 5, Moriarty NM. Lunch Provided.
PURPOSE OF COUNTY CONVENTION is to elect the delegates and alternates to the Democratic Party of New Mexico Pre-Primary Convention, March 6, 2026.
DONE THIS January 14, 2026,
FOR THE DEMOCRATIC PARTY OF TORRANCE COUNTY, BY:
Myra Oden, County Chair Democratic Party of Torrance County.
| | Save Democracy! Protest - Moriarty | | |
On this very cold, windy day, we give a "warmhearted" (pun intended) shout out to these intrepid defenders of Democracy .. who diligently gather every Saturday between 12:00 and 1:00 PM in Moriarty.
Though they are few, "where two or three are gathered .." (to paraphrase a plagiarized quote), we are there among them and our message will be amplified. These courageous guardians persistently continue to be the vocal standards who demonstrate their spirited and steadfast commitment to show up and demonstrate to the citizens of the Moriarty area what it really means to engage in freedom of speech, the right to assemble and voice truth to power.
Do not hesitate to join this diehard group in providing your physical presence, your encouraging voice, and your synergistic energy to their efforts each week.
Hope to see you and to share your messages of solidarity.
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EVERY SATURDAY - 12 PM - 1 PM
Save Democracy! Protest - Moriarty
Corner of Rt. 41 & 66
THIS A RECURING EVENT - EVERY SATURDAY
EVERY SUNDAY - 10:30 - 11:30 AM
Solidarity Sundays Protest - Tijeras
Corner of Old 66 and Rt. 337
THIS A RECURING EVENT - EVERY SUNDAY
WALK OUT AMERICA - 2PM Tuesday, January 20, 2026.
More info to come.
DPTC WARD MEETINGS AND PRE-PRIMARY CONVENTION 11AM - 1PM Saturday, February 14, 2026
Watch for Call. More info to come.
DENIM & DIAMONDS FUNDRAISING DINNER
4PM - 8PM Sunday, April 19, 2026
Moriarty Civic Center 202 E. Broadway, Moriarty, NM
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Donate to the Billboard Fund!
We want to put several billboards on I 40! We need $10,000 to do this!
More information will be coming.
Please DONATE to the
Democratic Party of Torrance County!
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You can mail a check to:
Democratic Party of Torrance County
PO Box 2206, Moriarty NM 87035
(make check payable to Democratic Party of Torrance County)
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Our Office!
Still Looking for Help!
Did you know that we have an office in Moriarty? It is in the same shopping center as Moriarty Foods. Stop by some time and check it out. We are CLOSED for the Holidays and will reopen January 3, 2026.
We are currently looking for a volunteer to take the Tuesday and Saturday shift - If you would like to help email Millie.
Help Wanted!
The DPTC has a need for a Certified Licensed Electrician. We have some minor issues in our office that we would like to have addressed. If you can help email Millie.
| | Electronic Signature on Candidates Petitions! | | You have probably received emails asking for your electronic signature on petitions from various candidates. Here is a link to do just that. It is easy and keeps track of who's petition you've already signed! CLICK HERE | | |
Looking for Democrats to run in 2026
With the 2025 non-partisan elections behind us, the DPTC is now looking at the 2026 Torrance County elections. These elections are partisan, but in the recent past there have only been Republicans on the ballot for the General Election since it’s been difficult to persuade Democrats to run in a county where it’s perceived that only Republicans can win. Because of this perception, there have been times when Democrats want to run, but feel that they have to change their party affiliation to “Republican” to get elected. In 2026 we’d like to change this perception, but we need brave Democrats to step up and “put their hats in the ring”. Here are the positions that will be up for election in 2026 along with the estimated annual salary:
County Commissioner District 1 – Pays $27,570.
County Commissioner District 2 – Pays $27,570.
Sheriff – Pays $72,164.
Assessor – Pays $70,031.
Probate Judge – Pays $24,180.
Magistrate Judge – Pays $79,537
All of the salaries shown are the current salaries which will likely go up slightly with a “cost of living” increase at the first of the year. The DPTC stands ready to assist you as much as possible, should you choose to step up and run for one of these positions! Contact Bill Peifer if you have any interest in running.
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| This is an independent group protest. By participating in a protest each individual agrees to respect the principles of non-violence and acknowledges that they are personally responsible for their actions and safety. | |
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Torrance County is currently accepting applications for a Bureau of Elections Admin Clerk, Equipment Operator, a DWI Coordinator, a 911 Dispatcher, and an EMT/Fire Fighter.
Click Here for more information.
- Moriarty is accepting applications for a Police Officer and a Maintenance Worker.
Click Here for more information
- Mountainair is accepting applications for a Certified Police Officer.
Click Here for more information.
| | Commission, Council and Board Meetings | |
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Torrance County Commission
Meeting January 14, 2026 9AM
205 S. Ninth Street, Estancia, NM
meeting is available via Zoom
Click Here for Zoom
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Moriarty
City Council
2nd & 4th Wednesday
Moriarty Civic Center
201 Broadway Street
7:30 PM
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Estancia
Board of Trustees
1st & 3rd Monday
Estancia Town Hall
513 Williams Avenue
6:15 PM
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Mountainair
City Council
1st & 3rd Tuesday
Council Meeting Room
107 1/2 N. Roosevelt
5:30 PM
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Claunch/Pinto Soil & Water Conservation District
1st Friday, 8 AM
1206 NM 55, Mountainair
ZOOM Meeting ONLY
Click here for more information
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East Torrance
Soil & Water Conservation District
3rd Wednesday, 6 PM
715 S 5th St, Estancia
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Central Tri-County
Soil & Water Conservation District
1st Thursday, 10 AM
2506 US 66, Moriarty
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Estancia Municipal Schoolboard
2nd Monday, 6 PM
300 N 9th St, Estancia
Van Stone Room 02/03
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Moriarty-Edgewood Schoolboard
3rd Tuesday, 6 PM
MESD Board Room
2422 E. NM-333 Moriarty
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Mountainair Public Schoolboard
4th Tuesday, 6 PM
Central Office
512 North Ross, Mountainair
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Vaughn Municipal Schoolboard
3rd Wednesday, 6 PM
District Office
101 East 4th Street, Vaughn
| | Your Democratic Party of Torrance County Executive Committee | | |
DPTC Chair - Myra Oden- chair@dptc-nm.org
DPTC Vice Chair - Bill Peifer - wpeifer@peifercomputing.net
DPTC Secretary - Millie Peifer - secretary@dptc-nm.org
DPTC Treasurer - Bill Peifer - wpeifer@peifercomputing.net
Ward Chairs
DPTC Ward A (Pcts 1,2,7,14 & 16) - Ronnie Ray - imronnieray@gmail.com
DPTC Ward B (Pcts 5,13,17, 20 & 21) - Jonathan Pedersen - jpgencon@hotmail.com
DPTC Ward C (Pcts 3,4,8,9,10,11 & 12) - Available. Interested? Email Myra Oden.
DPTC Ward D (Pcts 6,15,18,19 & 22) - Bill Peifer - wpeifer@peifercomputing.net
Don't know your precinct? Click here.
Democratic Party of Torrance County Website: DPTC-NM.org
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