Following ‘blue tsunami,’ what’s next for NM’s free-market movement?
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The utter devastation of the GOP and most fiscally-conservative candidates on Election Day will make the 2019 Legislature and beyond quite interesting. Continue Reading
Here’s what went right with the election in Doña Ana County, and what didn’t
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The mistakes I encountered slowed vote counting and the public’s understanding of what was happening. I’ve seen no evidence of improprieties that should cast doubt on the election results. Continue Reading
A journalist’s view of the groundswell that lifted Torres Small to victory
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Many were shocked when I published an article early Wednesday declaring that the race to replace Steve Pearce in the U.S. House wasn’t over. They shouldn’t have been shocked. Continue Reading
Oil and gas is fueling NM’s wage and job growth
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New Mexico families have waited a decade to recover from the Great Recession and now that relief is finally here. Continue Reading
A strong early childhood education system is essential for New Mexico
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Steve Pearce’s lack of understanding of and commitment to early childhood education is inexplicable and inexcusable. Continue Reading
In the midst of societal collapse, high voter turnout gives me hope
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Whatever happens on Election Day won’t fix this mess. But it’s a start. Vote. And then stay involved. Continue Reading
Remembering KUNM’s historic broadcasters on El Día de Los Muertos
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For more than a year, I have been writing biographies of deceased volunteer deejays and programmers who served at KUNM from the 1970s until recent years. So far nine stories are posted online. Continue Reading
On Libertarians and the two-party system
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The winner-take-all system ultimately leads voters to prefer two parties because they see third parties splitting the vote in a damaging way. Continue Reading
Gary Johnson’s stubborn, shameful support for private prisons
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Johnson was wrong to grow private prisons in New Mexico, and his continued support of the industry, in spite of the body of evidence that contradicts his position, is a problem. Continue Reading
The next governor must prioritize water and climate change
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COMMENTARY: We’re far past a time when denial or doubt can be indulged. Today, there’s not even time for rhetoric or vague promises. Continue Reading
Migrants facing life-or-death situations don’t care about our political battles
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Not everything that happens in the world is about political battles in the United States between Democrats and Republicans. Continue Reading
Voting: why it matters most this year
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County and state and federal elections will have great impact on what we experience and can do locally. Continue Reading
Vote ‘yes’ on ethics commission to boost public trust, hold officials accountable
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Here’s why you should vote for constitutional amendment No. 2 on the November ballot. Continue Reading
Constitutional Amendment 1 could streamline appeals, save money
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New Mexico voters can lay the groundwork for the speedier resolution of certain legal matters and save taxpayer money. Continue Reading
How Libertarians blew their chance to build a legitimate party in NM
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Libertarians have largely focused on sending Gary Johnson to Washington, which is unlikely, instead of seizing the rare opportunity to build a stronger party. Continue Reading