[CedarDave]

Tom Chavez, former director of the cultural center and the Palace of the Governors, called the action disgraceful. He said he resisted attempts to influence exhibition decisions while he worked at the cultural center. "I've worked for governors since 1979, and no governor has interfered with operations of museums like this one does,'' he said.

With Richardson, its my way or the highway...

[NewMexLurker]

If I needed to hire some kind of enforcer or goon, I don't think I could find a better thug than Bill Richardson. I've never seen a New Mexico politician who was as blatantly brutal and vindictive as this guy. Not ever.

[NRA2BFree]

King Bill strikes again!

[CedarDave]

Helen Lucero, who said the show by Elias Rivera would benefit a private gallery, said the experience prompted her to plan to retire early, at the end of March.

I wonder if that private gallery is Gerald Peters gallery? See this thread:

Governor, Casino Investor's Parties Meet Up After Football Game (NM: Richardson)

And this story from a few years ago...

GREAT STORIES: ART OF THE DEAL Success, disputes mark art dealer's business, Peters' competitive side helped him build empire