Mary Lou Lang News
Economist: New Mexico, Lujan Grisham should be spending 'one-time federal dollars' on 'one-time expenses'
By Mary Lou Lang | Nov 14, 2021
In the battle of the budget, Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham continues in a tug-of-war with the New Mexico legislature over who has the power to spend federal relief funds—specifically, the unallocated funds from the American Rescue Plan Act—and what they should be spent on.
Opponents insist New Mexico's cannabis legislation could 'permanently damage' rural farming, food security
By Mary Lou Lang | Sep 16, 2021
Recent cannabis legalization could have a substantial negative impact on New Mexico's water supply, food security and quality of life, according to opponents.
Rebound New Mexico challenges residents to answer, 'What does patriotism mean to you?'
By Mary Lou Lang | Jul 21, 2021
A community-based New Mexico nonprofit organization is hosting a speech event where participants are asked to answer the question, "What does patriotism mean to you?"