Elections
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Policy Brief
The Politicization of the New Mexico Secretary of State’s Office
The Southwest Public Policy Institute (SPPI) is committed to promoting transparency and accountability in government. This policy brief addresses the ongoing politicization of the Office of the Secretary of State (SOS) in New Mexico under Maggie…
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Policy Brief
New Mexico’s Online Candidate Nominating Petition Signature Portal
In 2023, New Mexico took a pioneering step forward in electoral processes. The recent adoption of the Online Candidate Nominating Petition Signature Portal by the Secretary of State, Maggie Toulouse Oliver, marks a significant milestone in…
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Policy Brief
Direct Democracy: Two Wins, Four Losses
The red wave turned out to be more of a red trickle.