In search of the faith and optimism that drove John McCain
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It was Sen. John McCain’s belief in what we have in common, not what divides us, that drove him. Continue Reading
Here’s why I’m suing Spaceport America
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We all invested in the spaceport. We have a right to know what we’re getting in return and be involved in determining the future. Continue Reading
New Mexico finds its way toward racial reconciliation
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I’m grateful that in 2018 Santa Fe’s children will grow up with a deeper understanding of their heritage than I did. Other communities should follow Santa Fe’s lead. Continue Reading
Longtime foes must work together to protect Dreamers
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We have a moral imperative to protect Dreamers from the president. The Koch brothers want to do it. So do Democrats. They must join forces. Continue Reading
NM props up oppressive systems by shunning what’s right in exchange for jobs
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New Mexico could have taken a stand against the private prison industry’s profiting off the detention of immigrants. Instead, we chose jobs. Continue Reading
Every person has dignity and value, deserves empathy
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George W. Bush said it 12 years ago in a speech promoting immigration reform. It’s not too late to choose that path. Continue Reading
Long-standing oppressive systems enable Trump’s cruelty
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Going forward, we must fight with the same zeal and unity to dismantle oppressive systems and stop unjust actions by our government regardless of which political party is in charge. Continue Reading
This is a crime against humanity
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By separating immigrant children from their parents, the United States is intentionally inflicting trauma that will last generations. Continue Reading
No love for Las Crucens in statewide Democratic primaries
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Three people from Las Cruces ran for statewide offices in the Democratic primaries this year. Last week, all three lost. Here’s why. Continue Reading
Under fire, Lujan Grisham opts for transparency
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Transparency that’s a little late is better than none at all, right? Continue Reading
Trump’s dehumanizing rhetoric should be a wake-up call
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I hope the energy to fight for equity continues regardless of which party is in control. Continue Reading
Cooperation is the only answer to NM’s water woes
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COMMENTARY: Maybe it’s not too late to learn from former Attorney General Gary King’s big mistake. Continue Reading
The First and Second amendments are both essential
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People sometimes debate whether the First or Second amendment to the U.S. Constitution is more important. The answer is they’re symbiotic. Continue Reading
Meet the new border ‘wall,’ same as the old border fence
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This is the federal government’s new plan to fortify the border. If it looks familiar, that’s because it is. Continue Reading
Straight-party voting doesn’t empower people; it protects dominant parties
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While casting a ballot should be easy, the system should encourage thoughtful decision-making. Continue Reading