Tipping Point New Mexico

Paul talks with Linda Stover, candidate for Bernilillo County Assessor about the importance of the office and how her planned administration of the position would differ from the current Assessor. Learn about the importance of this office and the issues that have impacted property owners in Bernalillo County in recent years.

On this week's Tipping Point conversation New Mexico's Steve Pearce was confirmed to head up Bureau of Land Management on a 46-45 vote. New Mexico Senators Lujan and Heinrich opposed him. The Santa Fe New Mexican covers overspending in New Mexico's "free" childcare program. Paul also highlights his recent Tweet on the program. Also, MLG's early childcare claims are without evidence as NM's...

How dependent is New Mexico on the federal government compared to other states? Paul talks with Mary Connaughton and Liam Day of the Massachusetts based Pioneer Institute regarding their recently released study "Dependency Index – Federal Money to the States." See how the various states compare using the Dependency Index using the study's interactive web-based data analysis and display tool.

A lawsuit by Gov. candidate Duke Rodriguez voids MLG's "free childcare." What's next? MLG reinstates restaurant inspections by the NM Environment Department after the Department claimed they didn't have enough money to do them. Sens. Heinrich & Lujan cosponsor bill to kill federal school choice program. RGF calls out ABQ turf waste on KOAT 7. Las Cruces is in a budget deficit. Why? What could...

On this week's interview Paul sits down with former Albuquerque mayoral candidate Alex Uballez. Despite major ideological differences Paul was impressed by Uballez's communication skills and passion as expressed during his campaign for office. Whatever you think of Uballez's approach to the issues there's no question he is a new force to be reckoned with in New Mexico politics. Check out this...

President Trump again faced an assassination attempt. Paul and Wally discuss. . MLG unveils State Energy Council. Paul and Wally have thoughts. NM's social studies standards are as bad as expected according to a new report. NM climbs ranking for preschool access, but does it really matter?. San Jon Schools $40 million new school for less than 120 students. This brings up numerous issues around...

On this week's interview Paul sits down with CD 1 Congressional candidate Didi Okpareke. Didi is running against incumbent Melanie Stansbury. Paul and Didi discuss some of the important issues currently facing Congress in terms of health care, immigration, and the role of Congress in foreign policy. Check out this important conversation with a rising star in New Mexico!

On this week's conversation Paul and Wally discuss: New Mexico expected to see dramatic declines in K-12 enrollment. In a bit of breaking news Rep. Rebecca Dow has been restored to the ballot by New Mexico's Supreme Court. In other news relating to NM's Supreme Court the Court unanimously allowed Otero County ICE Contract to move forward. Bernalillo County Assessor Damian Lara seems to be selling...

On this week's show Paul sits down with activist and independent candidate for Gov. Jacob Smith. Jacob was active in fighting anti-gun legislation (SB 17) in the 2026 legislative session. We discuss his activism, his plans for New Mexico, and why he's running as an independent. Check out this great conversation! Find Jacob's campaign website here. You can find his Twitter account here.

The worst article you'll see today was written by a New Mexico state Rep. A new report finds that New Mexico is a disaster for families. UNM offering a class on the fashion of singer "Bad Bunny." Paul and Wally take a "deep dive" look at 10 realities on taxes. New Mexico ranked 4th heaviest in a Wallethub Tax burden report. The Mayor of Albuquqerque says his proposed budget is being cut. Here are...