Deb Haaland, U.S. Secretary of the Interior and former congresswoman from New Mexico, addressed issues facing working families and public education in a series of posts on November 1, 2025.
In her first post at 19:00 UTC, Haaland highlighted economic challenges faced by many Americans: "Too many hardworking people are doing everything right, and still being left behind by a system that ignores their needs. I know what it’s like to struggle. Those experiences drive me every day to fight for a state where every family has the support they need to put food on the" (November 1, 2025).
Later that evening at 21:00 UTC, she urged voters to support school bonds in the upcoming election: "Election Day is almost here! Make sure you vote YES on school bonds for our public schools across the state, so our kids have basic infrastructure like air conditioning so they can focus on learning. Together we can ensure our students can be prepared for bright futures." (November 1, 2025).
At 22:30 UTC, Haaland commented on the ongoing government shutdown and its impact on New Mexicans: "It's been over a month since the government closed. We're tired and fed up. Trump and Republicans are making the lives of New Mexicans harder every day. Our families deserve health care, food, and to be able to afford daily needs." (November 1, 2025).
Government shutdowns have historically led to disruptions in public services and affected federal employees’ paychecks. As Secretary of the Interior and a prominent advocate for Native American communities and social welfare programs, Haaland has frequently emphasized policies aimed at supporting working families and improving educational infrastructure.
Her remarks come amid ongoing national debates over federal funding priorities, education investment through school bonds—which typically provide local districts with resources for facility improvements—and responses to prolonged political stalemates that result in government closures.
