New Mexico’s Political Landscape and Where We Go From Here

15/04/2025 28 min Episodio 4
New Mexico’s Political Landscape and Where We Go From Here

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This week on episode 4 of the Chile Wire, Abenicio Baldonado breaks down New Mexico’s political landscape, highlighting one-party control since 1931 and its long-standing consequences. He explores why, despite decades of Democratic leadership, the state continues to rank near the bottom in key outcomes like crime, education, and economic opportunity. Plus, a critical look at the 2026 gubernatorial contenders—who claim to be moderates, but whose records tell a different story.

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