To: Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham
Governor Martinez: Remind city councilors of their duty
Please sign this petition to let our elected officials know that they are in the position they are in with the purpose of representing us and not leading us. The driving factor in how their decisions are made should be based on the constituents voice and not their own best interest. This is nearing tyranny and is a misrepresentation of the constituents desire or want!
Why is this important?
In our recent election there was a vote on a proposal to raise the minimum wage in Albuquerque, it was passed by 66% of those who voted. There are two reasons for this petition, one the obvious; the evergaining discrepancy between the rich and the poor in this country, and the dire need for there to be something at least resembling a living wage in the city different. Two, and more importantly the need for the city council to do the job they were elected to do by representing their constituents. If the city council repeals a decision that voters overwhelmingly support it would not only fail the basic premise of that which is the United States 'Democracy' but far worse could lead to an eventual break-down in the political system thus into a potential revolution. I would sincerely ask that you urge the Albuquerque city council to vote with their constituents and not their own interests now and in the future.