Demanding punishments and strengthening communities
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When implemented correctly, reform will reduce crime rates and revitalize communities that have been dismantled by misuse of our justice system. Continue Reading
It’s time for NM government to negotiate lower Rx drug prices
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Gov. Susana Martinez vetoed legislation that could have saved New Mexico millions of dollars a year in prescription drug costs. Continue Reading
Fragile behavioral health system doesn’t meet region’s needs
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But health care officials and advocates such as Micah Pearson are working to change that. Continue Reading
Officials explore options to expand psychiatric hospital to southern NM
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Las Vegas is currently home to New Mexico’s only state-run psychiatric hospital. Continue Reading
People in crisis, deadly force and the search for a better way
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Juan Gabriel Torres spent the last years of his life in and out of jail and prison for crimes often tied to addiction and mental illness. Then he was shot dead by police. Continue Reading
Mental health court could lower recidivism, cut costs
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A pilot project that could transition into a jail-diversion program is underway in Doña Ana County. Continue Reading
Rep. Fajardo: Culture of harassment in the Roundhouse must end
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Mandating training is pointless without a strong, enforceable policy in place to protect everyone who visits Legislature. Continue Reading
The system protected Michael Padilla for too long. No more.
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Men have exploited power to harass and assault women without consequence for too long. Recent events suggest that may be changing. I hope so. Continue Reading
Former Sen. Griego convicted of bribery, other ethics violations
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The case stemmed from Griego’s dual role as a legislator who helped push approval of the sale of a state building and a broker who made money off the transaction. Continue Reading
NM isn’t getting Amazon, but we can become more attractive for new businesses
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With a few significant policy reforms and a serious effort to tackle crime, our state could be in the running for numerous other businesses and thousands of jobs. Continue Reading
Why is Governor Martinez trying to change history?
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Students in high school U.S. History classes across New Mexico this year will not be tested on some important aspects of our nation’s history that are still very pertinent today. Continue Reading
Proposed Centennial Care 2.0 redesign has too many flaws
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Changes to Medicaid should be based on a sound foundation of the best available evidence, not political ideology. Continue Reading
On bail reform, let’s get a few things straight
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Five Supreme Court justices should not be legislating any policy reform, much less bail. Continue Reading
NM’s permanent fund is a tool, not a religious artifact
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This isn’t Raiders of the Lost Ark. We won’t have to flee a massive bolder if we pick up the golden statue. Continue Reading
Democracy and money are at stake for NM in upcoming census
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An accurate census is critical for our democracy. Congress needs to adequately fund it. Continue Reading