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Tracy Rodden, Executive Director of Feed New Mexico Kids, has highlighted the urgent need for targeted support to address New Mexico's child hunger crisis.


BMC Tactical owner on New Mexico economy: ‘If you can make it in New Mexico as a small business, you can make it anywhere'

Walter Bracken, owner of BMC Tactical, said that New Mexico's small-business environment is more challenging than that of neighboring states due to weak growth and development.


Think New Mexico director on New Mexico education: 'It is a long climb up...but we're headed in the right direction'

Mandi Torrez, Education Reform Director for Think New Mexico, has said that New Mexico's academic setbacks can be reversed through evidence-based reforms and sustained effort.


New Mexico Forward Party chair on political division: America's two parties 'spend more time fighting each other' than governing

Bob Perls, the New Mexico state chair of the Forward Party, has expressed concerns that the incentives of the two major political parties hinder consensus-building.


Think New Mexico Field Director on Medicaid: ‘Doctors are covering these costs out of pocket...making them turn away a lot of Medicaid patients'

Marcus P. Lujan, Field Director for Think New Mexico, said that Senate Bill 88's new Medicaid permanent fund will assist in preventing doctors from refusing Medicaid patients by enhancing reimbursements.


New Mexico Dream Center director on familial trafficking causes: 'It generally does have to do with substance use'

Shelley Repp, Executive Director of the New Mexico Dream Center, addressed the issue of familial trafficking in New Mexico during an appearance on the New Mexico Sun's "Suncast" podcast on YouTube.


Think New Mexico Executive Director on doctor shortage: 'We’re the only state in the last 5 years to have lost doctors'

Fred Nathan, Founder and Executive Director of Think New Mexico, has expressed concerns over the unique challenges faced by New Mexico in retaining physicians.


Thank you was extended to the sponsors of the 2025 Southern Fall Conference, organized by the New Mexico Rural Water Association.


Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández criticizes GOP over shutdowns and hunger policies

Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández posted several messages between November 9-11, 2025 criticizing Donald Trump and congressional Republicans for their approach to government shutdowns and public assistance programs ahead of Thanksgiving.


The New Mexico Oil & Gas Association (NMOGA) highlights the impact of its members on the state's economy and energy sector.


Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham addresses PFAS lawsuit and SNAP policy in recent posts

Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham used her social media accounts on November 10-11, 2025 to highlight New Mexico's legal action over PFAS contamination, commemorate the Marine Corps' anniversary, and critique federal SNAP funding management during a...


Deb Haaland posted tributes to the U.S. Marine Corps' anniversary and highlighted new bipartisan funding for food assistance in New Mexico on November 10-11, 2025.


Rep. Block on governor’s aid plan: 'Not a single Republican voted for this'

John Block, a House Representative from New Mexico, said that no Republicans supported the governor's $30 million food aid plan during the special session.


Rep. Dow on library content oversight: 'This isn’t book banning — it’s protecting childhood'

Rebecca Dow, a House Representative from New Mexico, said that parents should express their concerns about books she deems inappropriate in public schools and libraries.


Rep. Lord on shutdown aid: 'Federal delays directly impact vulnerable families'

Stefani Lord, a House Representative from New Mexico, said that Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández's vote against a House funding bill exacerbated the impact of the government shutdown, necessitating the state to allocate $30 million to address food...


Rep. Stefani Lord: Trial lawyer Ben Davis says New Mexico doctor shortage is 'a myth'

New Mexico State Representative Stefani Lord has publicly addressed the state's ongoing debate regarding its doctor shortage.


Sen. Thornton on proposed education bill SB 552: 'We voted against this bill earlier this year'

Ant Thornton, Senator of New Mexico, expressed his opposition to an education bill that progressed through committee but was halted before reaching a floor vote.


Rep. Block on SNAP funding plan: 'They claim it’ll cover 10 days of food'

John Block, a House Representative from New Mexico, attributed the blame for the government shutdown to Democrats and argued that the state's $30 million plan is insufficient to fully replace Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits.


Rep. Dow on screwworm risk and cattle imports: 'Protecting our herds means protecting our way of life'

Rebecca Dow, House Representative of New Mexico, said that rising beef prices are partly tied to the reemergence of New World screwworms and that import limits on Mexican cattle are necessary to protect livestock and the economy.


Rep. Block: Food banks have 'become shills for Democrats'

John Block, a House Representative from New Mexico, has expressed concerns over food banks aligning with Democratic messaging regarding the government shutdown.