Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham, the chief executive of New Mexico, recently highlighted key initiatives and events involving her state in a series of posts on X (formerly Twitter). Her messages addressed topics ranging from statewide child care policy to the recognition of military service and efforts at bipartisan governance.
On September 18, 2025, Governor Lujan Grisham promoted New Mexico's approach to universal child care, stating: "America is taking notice—New Mexico's bold plan to offer no-cost child care to all families, regardless of income, is a model for other states. When we help families and children get ahead, we help our entire state and nation. Thanks to the @washingtonpost and Karin Brulliard for https://t.co/M8eYb05qoW". The governor's comments reference New Mexico's position as one of the first states in the U.S. to provide free child care to all families irrespective of income, an initiative that has drawn national attention.
Later that day, she shared a tribute to Stella Lavadie: "At 104, Stella Lavadie still remembers the day in 1944 she saw an Uncle Sam poster in Albuquerque and enlisted in the Women’s Army Corps. Born in Taos in 1921, she’s now recognized as a Military Women’s Memorial Living Legend—only the 3rd in New Mexico. A true trailblazer. Please https://t.co/kwdYklQj3b". Lavadie's recognition as a Military Women’s Memorial Living Legend marks her as one of only three individuals from New Mexico to receive this honor.
On September 19, Governor Lujan Grisham previewed her participation in a public discussion about governance: "Looking forward to joining my colleague @GovCox and the @NotreDame community today for an important conversation about pragmatic #governance and overcoming political division.
As Western governors, Spencer and I have found common ground on critical issues like water management,". The mention of water management reflects ongoing regional collaboration among Western U.S. governors facing challenges such as drought and resource allocation.
New Mexico has been recognized nationally for its pioneering efforts in providing universal child care access without income restrictions—a policy aimed at supporting working families and early childhood development.
Stella Lavadie’s recognition adds another chapter to New Mexico’s history of military service contributions by women. The Military Women’s Memorial honors living legends who have made significant impacts through their service.
Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham has served as governor since January 2019 and has focused her administration on expanding social services, fostering bipartisanship with other Western leaders like Utah Governor Spencer Cox, and addressing key issues such as water scarcity.
