Re:actually not bad (Score 1)

I believe that the only "extra" taxes for this project are being levied in Dona Ana county in the form of a bond to the tune of ~$50M. This makes sense in the context of additional jobs in Las Cruces and Mesilla Valley. As far as Bill Richardson goes, I'd just like to point out that the worst politicians actually got themselves elected -- specifically Manny Aragon who is innocent until proven guilty, but has been indicted for so many kickbacks he now owns MLS. I think he even has several unpaid STOP tickets. But the point is well taken. New Mexico has a hard time governing itself and this is a huge project.