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The latest Truth-O-Meter items researched by Lea Iadarola
"I used tax cuts to help create over 80,000 jobs in New Mexico."
Democrat Bill Richardson on Thursday, May 10th, 2007 in a TV Ad.
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New Mexico moved "up to" sixth in the nation in job growth.
Democrat Bill Richardson on Thursday, May 10th, 2007 in a TV Ad.
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Recent stories researched by Lea Iadarola
Richardson claims on N.M. accomplishments largely true: His stats reflect real job gains and hike in teacher pay but leave out a few details
Lea Iadarola was a researcher on the project who now works for CNN.
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