ALBUQUERQUE, NM-- Diane Denish today applauded the U.S. Department of Education for designating $64.9 million approved by Congress for education jobs in New Mexico.

"During these difficult times this is a huge boost for New Mexico's schools and children," said Diane Denish. "This is money that will go directly into the classroom -- keeping teachers on the job across our state. I applaud the Department of Education and our Congressional delegation for recognizing the need and fighting for these funds. While Susana Martinez has been silent on these funds, I have strongly supported this much-needed federal help. Where is Martinez on this issue? Does she stand with her National Republican friends who have opposed this funding?"

The federal funding was announced today with Education Secretary Arne Duncan praising New Mexico for its quick response in applying for the federal help.

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