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SPPI-TV: Breaking Barriers with Occupational Licensing Reform

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American Banker: If I Can’t Get An ‘Emergency’ Loan From A Bank, It’s Not Clear Who Possibly Can

We tested the prediction that banks will step in when payday lenders face restrictions. They didn’t want our business.

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Surviving D.C.’s Debt Disaster

Utah’s chances are good — but New Mexico…

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Diversity, Economics, and Income

What states are best-positioned to face the challenges to come?

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Food, Folks, and Fiscal Policy

Is taxing groceries ‘regressive’?

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Report: No Loan for You!

How the war on specialized emergency loans has hurt New Mexicans.

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School Choice and Education Freedom: A Case for Change

Senator William Soules tables Senator Craig Brandt’s Education Freedom Act, a bill aimed at giving parents the freedom to choose the best K-12 education for their children.

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Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham Announces Official School Choice Week Declaration

Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham New Mexico School Choice Week

New Mexico’s Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham officially declared January 22-28, 2023 as School Choice Week!

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Senator Craig Brandt Introduced a Bill to Fund Students Not Systems

The Future of Education in New Mexico School Choice

Senator Craig Brandt recently introduced a bill to fund students in New Mexico, which would create comprehensive school choice reform.

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The Unintentional Consequences of Banning Specialized Emergency Loans

Banning Specialized Emergency Loans
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Specialized emergency lenders play a crucial role in providing access to credit for individuals who may not qualify for traditional loans from banks or credit unions, and can be a lifeline for those facing unexpected expenses or a temporary financial setback.