Opinion | Las Cruces Bulletin

Red flag law threatens 2nd Amendment freedoms

The affidavit form used to implement the Extreme Risk Firearm Protection Orders and a related petition form, under New Mexico's "Red Flag" law, are the enabling instruments government can use … more

Dave Tofsted | 3/6/24

New Mexico takes stand against deep fakes

In the days leading up to the primary election in New Hampshire, several voters received phone calls from a voice that sounded like and claimed to be President Joe Biden encouraging them to stay home … more

By Walt Rubel | 2/23/24

What’s missing from the presidential age debate

The two presumptive nominees for president are 81 and 77 years old. They would be the oldest major party nominees for the office in history, just as they were in 2020. It is reasonable to consider … more

By Algernon D'Ammassa | 2/19/24

Bring back the state school board

In 2003, then-Gov. Bill Richardson convinced New Mexico voters that the only way to fix our chronically underperforming schools was to scrap the old state school board and put one person in charge. … more

By Walt Rubel | 2/12/24

Worst Muppet Show episode ever

For those who remember the Muppet Show on television, one of the joys was seeing celebrity guest stars surrounded by muppet characters, usually in a typhoon of comic mayhem. Today, the Muppet Show is … more

By Algernon D'Ammassa | 2/9/24

Charter schools put students and families first

For many families living in New Mexico, especially those living in poverty, the opportunity to send their children to a quality private school is not always a reality. In these circumstances, charter … more

Rep. Stefani Lord | 2/7/24

Lawmakers rebuff governor on bail reform

In 2016, New Mexico voters passed a constitutional amendment to end the unfair practice of cash bonds after an arrest. A bond is different from a fine, which is a form of punishment imposed … more

Walt Rubel | 2/6/24

Mesilla Valley Hospital in Las Cruces is seen in a file photo.

We are here to help

With the unfortunate closing of the Crisis Triage Center in Doña Ana County, we would like to reassure the community that services are available for them at Mesilla Valley Hospital. more

Anna Laliotis | 2/5/24

Catch up, clean up — cover up?

Just when you think progress is being made with regards to good government and legislative transparency, something happens that restores the public distrust and skepticism that has plagued public … more

State Rep. Rod Montoya | 2/1/24

Celebrating the restoration of sight

“Throw my brain in a hurricane And the blind can have my eyes And the deaf can have both of my ears If they don’t mind the size.” - John Prine I wasn’t … more

By Walt Rubel | 1/29/24

Driving off the cliff

I am by nature an optimist, however, my optimism is being tested. Bill Maher, when being interviewed and asked about climate change recently, made the comment that we are like Thelma and Louise, … more

Dan Lere | 1/25/24

In tribute to Sen. Mary Jane Garcia

My dear friend, Mary Jane García, was many things: a New Mexico state Senator, a businesswoman, an anthropologist, a historian, an advocate for human and especially women’s rights, … more

Richard Ramirez, CSB | 1/25/24

Remembering DeSantis in New Mexico

Remembering Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis during 2022, at one of the weirder political events of my news career. more

Algernon D'Ammassa | 1/24/24

Did you hear the one about — crash

I was driving through Colorado last summer when I encountered a series of electronic highway signs warning me to “slow the fast down.” Being a product of the Colorado school system, … more

By Walt Rubel | 1/22/24

Public blind to cash flowing to lawmakers

As the New Mexico legislative session kicked off Tuesday, the public was blind in one very important respect. In the next four weeks, lawmakers will create a state budget worth at least $10 billion … more

Marjorie Childress | 1/19/24

Accountability needed for sexual violence in educational institutions

Sexual violence in our institutions of higher ed will keep happening if governing authorities are not held responsible — in a meaningful way — for neglecting … more

Rep. Joanne Ferrary | 1/19/24

Iowa caucuses called too early

“Big news” spent the past year assuring us Donald Trump would win the Republican nomination and that his challengers were surely doomed to fail. Then, on the night of the first primary … more

By Algernon D'Ammassa | 1/17/24

Letters: On our declining population

Dear editor, I find it intriguing that there’s little discussion about the declining population in the United States, particularly given its implications for funding future liabilities. … more

1/16/24

Clean water should be accessible for everyone everywhere

Dear editor, Shouldn’t we be able to keep our back yards and front yards nice and green with plenty of water? Do farmers have enough stored water to keep their crops healthy? Do local … more

1/16/24

Back view of a male golfer swinging golf club and following shot in the air

Ways to truly grow the game of golf

In a few days, I’m off to Orlando for my 25th PGA Merchandise Show, often termed “The Major of the Golf Industry.” Virtually every year, speakers try to rally the troops to … more

By Charlie Blanchard | 1/16/24