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Bregman: A call to action for Gov, Legislature this session

Bregman: A call to action for Gov, Legislature this session

Sam Bregman is the 2nd Judicial District Attorney in Bernalillo County. He is a candidate for the Democratic nomination for…

by Guest commentary 11 hours ago

Opinion: What it will take to grow New Mexico’s economy

Opinion: What it will take to grow New Mexico’s economy

Steven B. Chavez is the principal at Mesa del Sol, SC3 International, SC3 Development and SC3 Mechanical and Electrical. Originally…

by Guest commentary January 6, 2026

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Commentary: From conflict to collaboration — How a New Mexico transmission line will protect power delivery and prairie chickens

Commentary: From conflict to collaboration — How a New Mexico transmission line will protect power delivery and prairie chickens

by Pat Davis November 26, 2025

Opinion: In the absence of ranked-choice voting, how to hear a good debate

Opinion: In the absence of ranked-choice voting, how to hear a good debate

by Guest Commentary October 31, 2025October 31, 2025

Opinion: Protecting the Freedom to Read: A Call to Action for New Mexico

Opinion: Protecting the Freedom to Read: A Call to Action for New Mexico

by NM Political Report October 20, 2025November 17, 2025

Letter to the Editor: Vote Uballez to keep Darren White out of the run-off

Letter to the Editor: Vote Uballez to keep Darren White out of the run-off

by Guest Commentary October 10, 2025November 6, 2025

Government shutdown signals heartburn ahead for New Mexicans

Government shutdown signals heartburn ahead for New Mexicans

by Alex Ross October 1, 2025October 1, 2025

Defending the Constitution is our duty

Defending the Constitution is our duty

by NM Political Report September 16, 2025

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