Local Viewpoints

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Local Viewpoints

Wish list for 2026

Jerry Pacheco

Jerry Pacheco comments on his hopes for the new year.
Local Viewpoints

Big money moved Project Jupiter forward with lightning speed - at what cost?

Peter Goodman

Peter Goodman comments on the Project Jupiter approval process and what may come next.
Local Viewpoints

3 most common words at Legislature: maybe next year

Walt Rubel

The State Legislature has lots to do and not enough time to do it, according to Rubel.
Local Viewpoints

Two developments to consider that could affect border trade

Jerry Pacheco

How blockades and an increase in minimum wage might affect business on the border
Local Viewpoints

Myths vs. Truths Regarding New Mexico’s Doctor Shortage

Ben Davis

Attorney Ben Davis comments on conditions surrounding healthcare in the state.
Local Viewpoints

How Candidates Respond to Health Threats of our Changing Climate

Dr. Paul Charlton

Dr. Paul Charlton comments on candidates' attendance at recent town hall on climate.
Local Viewpoints

One year later, the worst may be behind us

Walt Rubel

A look back at Trump's first year back in office and what may come.
Local Viewpoints

A lot not to like on both sides of health debate

Walt Rubel

Walt Rubel comments on state policy on healthcare.
Local Viewpoints

Trump's pathetic revenge tour

Peter Goodman

Peter Goodman comments on efforts by the Trump administration to prosecute and sue political rivals.
Local Viewpoints

Data centers everywhere

Jerry Pacheco

Jerry Pacheco comments on the future of data centers and their place in our economic future.
Local Viewpoints

Legislature’s social calendar gets in the way

Walt Rubel

Walt Rubel comments on the legislative calendar.
Local Viewpoints

Land swap proposal causes concern

Peter Goodman

Peter Goodman offers thoughts on the proposed land swap to return a parcel near A Mountain to the Mescalero Apache Tribe.