The Duke leads research and writing for our State News division. He hails from New Mexico, is a veteran, and holds a Masters Degree. He also has a background in leadership, talent management, human resources, and strategic planning.
Gov. Lujan Grisham just signed SB 241, enshrining “universal child care” by siphoning up to $700 million from the $11 billion early‑childhood trust fund—oil‑rich taxpayer dollars now
New Mexicans are bleeding dry from open borders sold as altruism—taxpayers fund safety and services, yet leaders dodge the root cause. Sam Bregman's Blueprint touts crime fixes,
New Mexico's 2026 session advanced malpractice reform and interstate medical licensure compacts (like SB 1), easing doctor shortages by streamlining out-of-state credentials—smart policy for rural care. The
