New Mexico Sun

News from March 2025


NMSSA disapproves of attack on GOP headquarters

The New Mexico Shooting Sports Association (NMSSA) has expressed its disapproval of the recent arson attack on the Republican Party of New Mexico’s headquarters.


State Sen. Townsend: 'Failed policies of progressive democrats just keeps hurting all New Mexicans'

Jim Townsend, the State Senator for New Mexico District 34, expressed concerns about the impact of current policies on residents of New Mexico.


State Sen. Brantley: Las Cruces shooting represents a 'deep moral failing by our government to protect its citizens'

Crystal Brantley, a State Senator representing New Mexico's District 35, said that the recent shooting at a Las Cruces park represents a failure by the government to ensure public safety.


State Rep. Cullen: RICO expansion 'will provide law enforcement and prosecutors the tools they desperately need'

Catherine Cullen, a representative for New Mexico District 57, said that the passage of Senate Bill 70 (SB70) will equip law enforcement with essential tools to address violent criminal organizations in New Mexico.


State Sen. Brandt on expanded RICO legislation: 'Gangs and cartels, your time is up!'

Craig Brandt, a State Senator representing New Mexico's District 40, said that the bipartisan support for expanding New Mexico’s RICO Act signifies a pivotal moment in the fight against organized crime.


Arts & Culture: The Lark Ascending - Pro Musica Rises to the Occasion

The Latin word sublimis is taken from the prefix sub, ‘up to,’ and the suffix, limus, ‘oblique.’ The word means high up, great. In English the word is sublime.


Law professor explores post-conflict peacebuilding by women in Uganda and Sierra Leone

Professor Jennifer Moore of the University of New Mexico has unveiled a new book, "Women’s Work: Building Peace in War-Affected Communities of Uganda and Sierra Leone."


Governor condemns arson at New Mexico GOP headquarters

New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham has expressed her condemnation of the arson attack on the New Mexico GOP headquarters in Albuquerque, an incident that occurred early Sunday morning.


Arson attack on NM GOP headquarters condemned by Lt. Gov. Morales

Over the weekend, the New Mexico Republican Party headquarters in Albuquerque was targeted in an arson attack.


Socorro community discusses water management challenges in annual session

Seventy-five residents gathered on March 1, 2025, at the Socorro Fairgrounds for a community event centered on addressing water management challenges faced by New Mexico’s Middle Rio Grande.


UNM law professor participates in Princeton discussion on tribal discrimination

On February 4, 2025, the Program in Law and Public Policy (PILPP) at the Princeton School of Public and International Affairs organized a discussion titled, "The Conflicts of Anti-Colonialism: A Tribal Right to Discriminate on the Basis of Sex?"


Governor Lujan Grisham signs flood recovery and EMS funding bills

New Mexico has taken legislative steps to address flood recovery and improve emergency medical services within the state.


We Missed Our Chance to Protect New Mexico. We Can’t Afford to Miss the Next One.

Last Friday night, as I sat on the floor of the Senate in the final hours of the 60-day legislative session, my disappointment over the bills that didn’t pass turned into shock and anger.


OPINION: Worldviews and Educational Choice

One concern I frequently hear from both the political left and right regarding education is the fear of “indoctrination” — both sides are suspicious of the motives behind the other’s agenda.


OPINION: Lawsuits are clogging the arteries of the healthcare system

There is something significant standing in the way of a better quality of life for all New Mexicans. That something is the Trial Lawyer Lobby and their loyal allies in the Roundhouse.


Albuquerque Reads seeks donations to support students and thank volunteer tutors

Albuquerque Reads is celebrating the end of the school year with its kindergarten and first-grade students.


State Rep. Lord: Democrats 'killed' bill that labels fentanyl exposure as child abuse

Stefani Lord, a representative for New Mexico's House District 22, said that she and other Republicans collaborated to introduce a bill that would classify fentanyl exposure as a form of abuse.


State Rep. Block: Hiking alcohol taxes and prohibition 'do not work'

John Block, a representative for New Mexico's House District 51, expressed skepticism regarding the effectiveness of increasing alcohol taxes and enforcing prohibition as methods to address alcohol-related issues.


State Sen. Block: Doctors leaving New Mexico 'is a tragedy'

Jay Block, a senator for New Mexico's District 12, said that a bipartisan medical malpractice bill aimed at addressing the rising costs of malpractice insurance was "killed in committee."


State Rep. Lord: Democrats 'are consistently soft on crime'

Stefani Lord, the representative for New Mexico State House District 22, expressed her belief that action is necessary to address violent crime across New Mexico.