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Wednesday, October 26, 2005

Excerpts of Resignation Letter From State Treasurer Robert Vigil


Associated Press
      Excerpts of the resignation letter submitted Wednesday by New Mexico state Treasurer Robert Vigil:
    "Unfortunately, due to the current circumstances, I believe it is in the best interest of New Mexico that I resign.''
    "I am determined not to allow the political process to violate my due process rights. It has become apparent that the impeachment proceeding will be extremely expensive and a great distraction to the Legislature and the people of New Mexico.''
    "Furthermore, based on the procedures set up to date by the Legislature it is clear that my ability to defend myself and cross examine my accusers is nonexistent. Therefore, it is unlikely that an impeachment decision would be based on a complete and fair record but would rather be based on the politics of the day.''
    "I have committed no crime and the allegations made by the federal government are false. I look forward to the day when a jury will hear all of the evidence and I will have the opportunity to clear my name.''