Posts by Jeff Proctor

First thing’s first: Let’s acknowledge the mercy of rainfall across broad swaths of the state. The central mountain chain, the Rio Grande Valley, the northern mountains and much of Western New Mexico have all clocked measurable amounts in recent weeks.   It’s about time.  But let’s also agree that the water picture here is far more nuanced…

This week, we are proud to bring you Episode 1952 of New Mexico in Focus. It features a chat with a labor economist about recent efforts to increase the minimum wage in cities across our state; a look at the War Powers Resolution; an update on a New Mexico-based nun’s path to sainthood; and a…