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New Mexico Forward Party
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The New Mexico branch of the Forward Party. Making positive change for the people of New Mexico.
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BREAKING: Mayor Keller comes to the NM Forward Meetup tonight at 6pm!
Come hang with us as we talk with him about issues you've shared are important to help move New Mexico Forward.
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October 21, 2025 at 9:58 PM
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We rocked into autumn with our first volunteer meeting of the fall. We have great people, a great vibe, and we get things done.
#fwd
September 23, 2025 at 7:19 PM
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“All voters should be able to vote for all candidates, and all candidates should have to reach out to all voters” -- Bob Perls

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Bob Perls on Breaking Partisan Gridlock with the Forward Party
Polarization fuels gridlock in New Mexico and across the country, while primary rules and party machinery narrow voter choice.
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September 22, 2025 at 11:45 PM
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Listen to New Mexico Forward Party Chair on Twitter Live right now
INDEPENDENTS: LIVE 🎤 RECLAIMING OUR HIJACKED NATION
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Happening now: INDEPENDENTS: LIVE 🎤 RECLAIMING OUR HIJACKED NATION
United Independents’s Space · 13 listening · Where live audio conversations happen
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September 18, 2025 at 11:25 PM
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The real courage we need is to be human. Sober and hopeful thoughts from New Mexico Forward Party:
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The Courage We Need
Facing a rising tide of political violence.
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September 17, 2025 at 9:19 PM
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We've been dark for a bit, getting lots of stuff done, like a new website and donation platform!

Check out the new way to party!
www.nmforwardparty.org
There's a new way to party. The Forward Party of New Mexico. Check out our new website and donation platform to learn more!
August 7, 2025 at 3:37 PM
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New Mexico Forward was out in Coralles for the parade! 0ver 100 signatures and new signups to volunteer on the website.
We are the GRASS ROOTS alternative party. Check us out:
www.nmforwardparty.org
John and Mary got the wagon tricked out. This little burro is ready to move forward. The crew for New Mexico Forward Party ready to roll. New Mexico forward party wants more choices for voters.
July 7, 2025 at 5:04 PM
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New Mexico is a border state, and our voice on immigration and the conflict unfolding in Los Angeles should be heard.

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The Facts About DHS & Senator Padilla
Lots of people are angry, but there's a way to move forward.
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June 13, 2025 at 9:09 PM
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Most states feel like a one-party state right now. That's where the Forward Party shines.
April 16, 2025 at 7:38 PM
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Governor Todd Whitman offers her take on protecting democracy, and the need for the Forward Party in American politics in New Mexico town hall meeting.
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Third party cofounder and former New Jersey governor visits Corrales
CORRALES — A founding member of a growing political party visited Corrales on Tuesday, the inaugural event for Forward Party organizing efforts in New Mexico.
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April 16, 2025 at 5:51 PM
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Read about Forward Party Chair Bob Perls and how he's championed open elections in our state.
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New Mexico Politics with Joe Monahan
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April 10, 2025 at 2:18 PM
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Tariffs 101.
(With love and respect to xkcd.)
April 9, 2025 at 4:02 PM
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Hey New Mexico, what will you ask the Co-Founder of the Forward Party? Come to our town hall at the Old San Ysidro Church in Corrales on on Tuesday, April 15th at 3pm and meet them in person!
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April 8, 2025 at 2:39 PM
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Just wanted you to remind you of some good news going into your weekend: ABQ city council approved a UBI pilot for struggling families. Hats off to Councillors Klarissa J. Peña and Nichole Rogers! #forward #ubi #abq #families
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A Pathway to Economic Stability for Families: Funding Approved for Guaranteed Income Initiative
Revenue from marijuana tax will help struggling families
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April 4, 2025 at 3:23 PM
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Our colleagues in NC are spot on.
carolinaforward.bsky.social Carolina Forward @carolinaforward.bsky.social · Apr 2
~11% of North Carolina's entire state GDP is international exports of goods & services. In the farming sector, it's even bigger: fully 26% of all NC's agricultural output is exported.

Today's tariffs are going to inflict a lot of pain on North Carolina's economy.
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April 3, 2025 at 8:00 PM
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New Mexico has big things going on. We just passed a bill for Open Elections! Come on in and Join the party!
April 2, 2025 at 8:15 PM
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Hello Forward New Mexico, check out the success of this UBI pilot in Santa Fe. Significant positive effects on employment, college attendance and parental participation.
scottsantens.com Scott Santens @scottsantens.com · Apr 1
Santa Fe LEAP Results

Location: Santa Fe, NM
Partipants: 100
Amount: $400/mo
Duration: 1 yr

There was a statistically significant increase in employment.

The money helped parents afford childcare, which enabled both college attendance and employment.

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Santa Fe LEAP provided a monthly guaranteed income of $400 per month, no strings attached, to 100 recipients from October 2021 through September 2022. The program was designed to assist community college students with children, who face additional challenges to completing their degree due to the competing demands of working and raising a family. Unconditional cash gave recipients the freedom and flexibility to meet a variety of needs, from basic necessities to school costs and more. There was a statistically significant increase in employment within the first six months of the LEAP program, and a 19 percentage point increase in full-time employment by the end of the study period. Part-time and seasonal employment also increased by 5 percentage points, and there was a decrease in the unemployment rate, which began at 9% and dropped to 3% at the program’s conclusion. LEAP participants prioritized generosity and the ability to give back to their communities. The percentage of LEAP participants who were able to financially assist their networks began at 44% and rose to 59% at both the 12- and 18-month marks. According to researchers, “financial well-being to these students is not demonstrated by the capacity to save, but the capacity to give” (p. 19). Santa Fe LEAP broke new ground by being the first pilot program in the country to specifically target students who were lower-income caregivers, and the results of this study show the benefit that guaranteed income could have for this population. Participants began the program with few financial resources and faced historically high inflation and rising housing costs in the aftermath of the pandemic. With all LEAP participants having children at home, they faced difficult mental and physical burdens juggling schoolwork, employment as well as domestic demands and the high cost of childcare. Guaranteed income gave these young parents the option to invest in important needs like their family’s housing, spending time with their children, showing generosity to family members, completing degree requirements at Santa Fe Community College, gaining full time employment, and, ultimately, securing their future.
April 1, 2025 at 2:22 PM
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Bob Perls, Chair of Forward New Mexico, explains why now is the time for historic change.
#forwardparty
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March 25, 2025 at 6:45 PM