December 14, 2025
Opinion

Dying of Thirst in an Energy Desert
There is an old saying in New Mexico that ‘Water is Life’ and it is true that without this precious substance, existence in the desert southwest would not be possible.
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The Mergers and Acquisitions bill that will kill N.M. health investment
Commentary on a health care bill debated in Santa Fe.
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Future disaster costs shadow state tax bills
Republicans want to get rid of personal income taxes in the state, and they’ve made it their priority for the current legislative session.
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Permian Basin Methane Emissions Decline: A Win for the Environment and Industry
The recent analysis by S&P Global Commodity Insights has revealed a significant milestone in the fight against climate change: a 26% reduction in methane emissions from oil and gas production operations in the Permian Basin in 2023.
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Ready to be Resolute
Commentary from the president of Southeast New Mexico College.
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The pettiness has been unleashed. President Donald Trump is back.
He has been emboldened by what he’s misreading as a mandate to commit constitutionally reckless, irrational, and simply cruel actions concerning immigration.
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Protecting homeowners and keeping insurers in New Mexico
When we look back at fires, California’s and New Mexico’s, we’ll see that the victims got burned twice.
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Designing New Mexico’s Future: A Path Toward Resilience and Growth
As we welcome the dawn of a new year, it is natural to reflect on the journey that has brought us here.
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