From the Wilderness Alliance:

Anti-wolf activists have convinced some New Mexico legislators to introduce and support a Memorial that calls on the Federal Government to address the so-called increasing threat by Mexican Grey Wolves on “children, pets and the livelihoods in Southwest New Mexico.” The memorial was introduced by Representative Don Tripp of Socorro (E-mail: trippsdon@netscape.net). HM28 ADDRESS THREAT BY GREY WOLVES (click that link to follow the legislation)

[mjh: Tripp also sponsored making the Bolo Tie the Official New Mexico Tie]

This attempt is just another example of many anti-wolf activists who want to permanently drive the Mexican Grey Wolf from existence. Now is your opportunity to make your voice heard and to send a powerful message to our local elected officials that this type of legislation is completely out-of-touch with the real values of New Mexicans.

There are two ways to make your voice heard:

1. Attend an upcoming hearing in Santa Fe at the Roundhouse and make your voice heard before the committee considering this legislation. The hearing will be held at 8:30 AM on Friday, March 9 in the House Natural Resources Room. If you need further information, please contact Nathan Newcomer (nathan@nmwild.org)

2. Call the following representatives and urge them to vote against this bill. Tell them why you think this type of legislation is completely out-of-touch with our Western values. Although these may not be your legislators, they are the ones with the power to strike this bill down.

Rep. Thomas A. Garcia
District: 68
County(s): Colfax, Guad, Mora, S.M. & Taos
Representative Since: 2006
Capitol Office Phone: 986-4242
E-mail: ocate@hotmail.com

Rep. Joni Marie Gutierrez
District: 33
County(s): Dona Ana
Representative Since: 2005
Capitol Office Phone: 986-4234
E-mail: jonig@zianet.com

Rep. Jim R. Trujillo
District: 45
County(s): Santa Fe
Representative Since: 2003
Capitol Office Phone: 986-4255
E-mail: jimtrujillo@msn.com