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By Kenneth W. Costello | Jul 1, 2024
Like me, many residents of Santa Fe consider the city a good place to live. Reasons include the weather, culture, and outdoor activities. Sadly, Santa Fe’s quality of life is not enhanced by its city government.
By New Mexico Sun | May 21, 2024
Equality New Mexico (EQNM) has issued a statement addressing the controversy surrounding its recent messaging related to the 2024 election for House District 18. The organization has received feedback from individuals who have expressed concerns about EQNM's stance, particularly regarding text messages sent out that contrasted candidates running for the district.
By New Mexico Sun | May 14, 2024
Pride Month is approaching, and EQNM is seeking volunteers for various events across New Mexico. The organization aims to engage communities in Albuquerque, Santa Fe, Farmington, and Portales through multiple activities.
By Mick Rich | Apr 25, 2024
In 2021, Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham stated, “How Richard Branson and I feel about Virgin Galactic successfully going into space from Spaceport America in New Mexico.” And Virgin Galactic stock hit the stratosphere.
By New Mexico Sun | Apr 23, 2024
Equality New Mexico has announced its second wave of endorsements for the upcoming primary elections. The organization emphasizes the importance of electing candidates who will support LGBTQ rights, noting that while New Mexico offers strong protections, challenges remain.
By Mick Rich | Apr 10, 2024
The nation’s structural engineers are discovering building design codes do not account for electric cars' additional weight, lower center of gravity, and extremely high-temperature fires. Should you lose sleep over electric vehicles?
By New Mexico Sun | Mar 9, 2024
Equality New Mexico has announced its early endorsements for the 2024 state legislative races. The organization expressed pride in endorsing candidates they describe as "LGBTQ Fighters."
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 17, 2024
The recent legislative session in New Mexico has concluded, leaving mixed outcomes for the LGBTQ+ community. Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham opened the session with a State of the State address focusing on public safety, but her approach faced criticism for emphasizing punishment over safety. Nevertheless, some progress was made with the passing of a seven-day waiting period for firearm purchases and a ban on guns in polling places.
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 10, 2024
As the 2024 legislative session nears its conclusion, discussions on crime bills have slowed amid doubts about their effectiveness. However, movement is still expected on gun safety measures. The session will continue until Thursday, February 15 at noon, with daily committee floor sessions anticipated.
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 4, 2024
The legislative session in Santa Fe has reached its midpoint, with activity levels described as frenetic. Progress is being made on several core priorities, according to reports from those involved.
By Ramona Goolsby | Feb 1, 2024
In a constitutional republic, the fundamental principle is that the power resides with the people. Yet, in recent events unfolding within the chambers of the New Mexico Legislature, this principle seems to be fading into obscurity. The decision by the Chair of the House Judiciary Committee, Rep. Christine Chandler to “log roll” comments on two separated bills without the presentation of both bills exemplifies the contempt legislators have for the people of this state. Those present were required to speak on HB 27 & HB 129, both very complex issues affecting basic constitutional rights and those on zoom were basically ignored.
By Mick Rich | Jan 29, 2024
Once again, New Mexicans wake up to learn the Federal Government has raided the homes of New Mexicans. The last time was in July 2021, when Democrat House Speaker Sheryl William Stapleton's home was raided. This time, it was Albuquerque Police officers and a defense attorney while the Bernalillo County District Attorney dismissed 144 driving under the influence. We will soon learn what the Federal Attorney General’s office is investigating and why Bernalillo DA dismissed 144 DUI cases.
By New Mexico Sun | Jan 27, 2024
The second week of the legislative session in Santa Fe saw significant community engagement and progress on several bills. On Thursday, a gathering was held with Planned Parenthood to honor an attorney's efforts in protecting access to abortion and gender-affirming care during the last legislative session.
By New Mexico Sun | Jan 19, 2024
The 2024 legislative session in New Mexico commenced this week, marked by the usual formalities and anticipation among those eager to represent their communities. Organizations such as EQNM, Planned Parenthood, ACLU, and the New Mexico Coalition of Sexual Assault Providers were present in significant numbers. Notably, Representative Cristina Parajon was welcomed as the first LGBTQ-identifying member of the Majority Caucus in the House.
By Mick Rich | Jan 12, 2024
From the City of Albuquerque website, Metropolitan Redevelopment Agency/Rail Trail /Design, “Antoine Predock & Associates, in partnership with Pland Collaborative and Wilson & Company, are spearheading the design of the Albuquerque Rail Trail. This team will create a modern and artistic pathway that reflects the culture and history of the land of enchantment. It will transform our downtown neighborhoods and elevate the way we experience our city.
By Yolanda "Yoli" R. Diaz | Dec 20, 2023
Did you know that if you are a Doña Ana County (DAC) resident without health insurance coverage, and are diagnosed with cancer, you will be denied an appointment and ultimately denied life-saving cancer treatment at Memorial Medical Cancer Center (MMC)? Most folks I ask answer, shockingly, “No!” Yet the residents who have experienced this devastating denial can substantiate this as their reality.
By Dale Janway | Dec 13, 2023
As New Mexico’s legislators prepare for the 2024 session, any number of data points continue to show just how significant an impact the oil and gas industry has in the state.
By Anne Doherty | Dec 8, 2023
There’s no doubt that we are living in tumultuous times. Yes, we have war in Ukraine and now, war again in the Middle East. We have a crisis at our own border. A million have reportedly died from Covid, while Fentanyl is killing abut 75,000 per year.
By Tom Vaillancourt | Dec 5, 2023
This is the time of year when all of the newspaper columnists, TV news anchors, talking heads on TV and radio, etc., wish all of us Happy Thanksgiving, Merry Christmas, Happy New Year, etc.
By Adeo Rose Bennett Herrick | Nov 30, 2023
I am a pro-union, life-long New Mexican Democrat. I have lived in the University Heights, South San Pedro, and like many District 6 neighbors, including my little brother, the Cinnamon Tree Apartments. I am a transgender LGBTQ activist. I am writing this with a signed and sealed ballot for my friend Jeff Hoehn in the absentee voting box. If you live between I-25, Gibson, Lomas, and Eubank, or in the Mesa Del Sol development, I urge you to vote in the 12/12 Runoff. Voter apathy is not the answer. Voter apathy is the status quo.
