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At ProgressNow NM, we deliver well-researched, thoughtful blogs on various progressive topics including democracy, elections, reproductive justice, LGBTQ+ liberation, environmental justice–and all their intersections.

With our blog and all other communications, our team combats disinformation and holds accountable public officials and institutions by authoring blogs to keep you informed on the latest political news impacting New Mexico’s diverse communities.

Meet the NM Republican insider cashing in on ICE contracts and private prison ties

Meet the NM Republican insider cashing in on ICE contracts and private prison ties

ProgressNow NM | December 3, 2025
With Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham confirming she plans to put an ICE detention center ban on the 2026 state legislature…
ABQ runoff election exposes Peña’s past record and ethics issues in City Council District 3

ABQ runoff election exposes Peña’s past record and ethics issues in City Council District 3

ProgressNow NM | December 2, 2025
What’s your go to move if you can’t convince voters on the key issues? For Klarissa Peña, the incumbent in…
Pearce BLM Pick Shows There Is No NM Republican Party, It’s NM MAGA Party Now

Pearce BLM Pick Shows There Is No NM Republican Party, It’s NM MAGA Party Now

ProgressNow NM | November 17, 2025
If there are registered Republicans in our state who still value free thought, diversity, and looking out for their fellow…
Reconnecting NM: 50+ independent local newsrooms covering our cities/towns (UPDATED)

Reconnecting NM: 50+ independent local newsrooms covering our cities/towns (UPDATED)

ProgressNow NM | November 10, 2025
From reporting on workers negotiating for healthcare benefits to profiling a food truck to sharing the stories of local agriculture,…
The People’s Mandate: NM Local Elections Send Message to Trump & Republicans

The People’s Mandate: NM Local Elections Send Message to Trump & Republicans

ProgressNow NM | November 5, 2025
Wow, what a night! From Coloradans voting to fund lunch for kids by ending tax breaks for the wealthy to…
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