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The trillion-dollar secret that makes Greenland irresistible for U.S. acquisition

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​​In the ever-accelerating game of geopolitics, the United States’ new leadership is championing us toward major decisions that will redraw the maps in search of a new American Golden Age. The next region of the earth to be liberated by American exceptionalism? Greenland. While some people have written off President Donald Trump’s determination to purchase Greenland as little more than a well-timed meme, there’s a very serious rationale behind it. Here’s a breakdown of why we really should, in fact, add Greenland to the list of American territories:

First, a bit of background. Greenland is an enormous island, about seven times the size of New Mexico, located northeast of Canada, between the Arctic Ocean and Iceland. It is the northernmost point of land on earth, coming closer to the north pole than any other territory. Although huge in size, the only inhabitable portions are along the south and western coasts; the entire interior is permanently glaciated. Because of this, it has very few residents, with a population just half that of Rio Rancho. The island was discovered in 999 by Viking explorers and has remained under Denmark’s control until the modern day. They currently produce nothing useful and are completely dependent on Danish subsidies.  

Perhaps that doesn’t sound like a glowing investment opportunity: a frozen wasteland whose citizens cannot support themselves. But Greenland hides a trillion-dollar secret. Beneath the ice, there is an incomprehensible wealth of natural resources. The island has recently been shown to have some of the highest-grade gold ore in the world, huge deposits of rare earth elements (REEs) critical for all kinds of modern hardware, and critical deposits of uranium, zinc, copper, aluminum, nickel, titanium, graphite, and thorium. Additionally, Greenland boasts large quantities of expected hydrocarbons, with an incredible 31 billion barrels of oil already speculated to exist. To put that into perspective, the entire United States has about 35 billion barrels in proven reserves. Greenland would quite nearly double our known oil resources, guaranteeing us energy independence for generations.

The United States uniquely possesses the technology and ingenuity necessary to exploit this impressive portfolio of natural resources under the Arctic’s challenging conditions and to extract them in a way that is ecologically sound. With American leadership, Greenland will know a prosperity and a future such that it could never have previously hoped for. Of course, the United States is not an imperial power, nor do we want to be. Our country’s very existence is antithetical to imperialism. Neither Trump nor anyone in their right mind suggests that we conquer Greenland by force. That would be a fantasy. However, we must ensure that Greenland is developed responsibly for its role in the future. Greenland has historically had a strong desire for self-determination. If this can be meaningfully implemented, it may provide a more palatable solution; until then, we must work with the political realities that are available to us.

Beyond natural resources, which alone would be an undignified motivation for taking Greenland into the fold, there is a more pressing reason. Greenland sits at a strategic bottleneck and is the key to future American and European prosperity. The time has come for its potential to be realized. Why now? The truth is that the Arctic situation is radically changing. The Northwest Passage, for hundreds of years little more than an arcane sailor’s legend, is now proving a critical reality. Many underestimate the speedy pace of Arctic development. Warming temperatures are transforming the region into a key new area for international trade, natural resource exploration, and military strategy. Arctic shipping lanes, which will be usable in the very near future, are emerging as commercially viable shipping routes, drastically slashing transit times between major North American and Eurasian markets. Protecting Greenland will place us at the forefront of this new frontier and ensure that we can shape the Arctic’s future to reflect American values and serve American interests. Without Greenland, we will be deprived of the key to this door of opportunity, and be left playing catch-up in a race that will define the geopolitical landscape of the next century.

Our adversaries are aware of the Arctic reality and have already begun to move against us in the region. In recent years the Russians have been actively developing their portion of the Arctic, investing in a large fleet of icebreakers and building up their so-called “Northern Sea Route” as a key maritime corridor. Likewise, the Chinese have integrated Russia’s Northern Sea Route into their Belt and Road initiative, a decades-long communist plot to control all Asian trade. To this end they call it the “Ice Silk Road” and have recently begun issuing sea ice forecasts for the Russian coast, facilitating easy navigation for shipping in the area. This new axis of Russian and Chinese cooperation in the far north is reshaping the Arctic landscape in real time, bending a once-neutral region against us.

It is clear that the stakes are too high for inaction. Failure to secure Greenland would be a massive failure for all of the North Atlantic’s security. Despite our nearly 75-year-long subsidization of Denmark’s security, the ineffective Danish administration of the island has done nothing but embolden our rivals, Russia and China, and left us kneecapped in a competition that we cannot afford to lose. The United States already de-facto assures Greenland’s safety with the presence of Thule Space Base in the northwest of the country. If the Danes cannot more meaningfully contribute to the shared vision of the NATO alliance, they cannot continue to have sole possession of such a strategic landmass that they have failed to develop for over a thousand years. The truth is that Denmark will have a much greater share in regional prosperity and safety if Greenland’s protection is handled by the United States.

In short, the acquisition of Greenland isn’t an option. It’s imperative for the sure future of the free world and President Trump’s advisors are wise to pursue it. It’s imperative to safeguard our national security, fortify our economy, and assert our continued leadership in one of the most unexpectedly consequential regions of the 21st century. In recent decades, and most especially under the devastating destabilization of the Biden regime, we must admit that we have lost our sense of direction in the world. Now comes the time to show the world again that, as Americans, we never shy away from boldness when the moment calls for it. Let this be one of those moments, and let’s support President Trump in his quest to lead us to a new American Golden Age. For our future, and the future of the global community, we must act now.

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NM’s water rights under siege: Federal meddling could wipe out our farmers

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The enduring water conflict between New Mexico and Texas has entered an unexpected turning point, with recent federal interference now threatening to upend the balance of power in the decades-long struggle for water in the borderlands. For us, this isn’t just about water—it’s about protecting our farmers, our southern towns, and the very sovereignty of our state.

At the center of this dispute is the 1938 Rio Grande Compact, a historic agreement meant to allocate water fairly between Colorado, New Mexico, and Texas. But the dynamics of water management have shifted dramatically since then. Back in June, the Supreme Court shocked many by rejecting a settlement that had taken over a decade to negotiate, which sought to address the complex relationship between surface water and groundwater while meeting the needs of all three states. The Court’s 5-4 decision argued that the settlement didn’t account for federal obligations to deliver water to Mexico, abruptly derailing years of progress in favor of the interests of an unreliable foreign nation.

Now, federal mediation has taken over, leaving us in a disadvantaged position. The federal government’s decision to stake its own claim to our groundwater has complicated what was about to be a cooperative regional effort. This as an example of gross federal overreach that not only jeopardizes our water security but also undermines our rights to manage our own resources.

Texas’ main complaint is that our farmers’ pumping of groundwater near Elephant Butte Reservoir is reducing the downstream flow of the Rio Grande, depriving Texan farmers of water they believe is rightfully theirs. While it’s true that modern science shows surface water and groundwater are interconnected, applying this knowledge to an agreement written in 1938 is wildly impractical and unjust. Our understanding of hydrology is still evolving, and crafting large-scale policy changes based on incomplete science is a recipe for disaster.

The real culprit here isn’t our use of groundwater—it’s the naturally changing climate. Drought, rising temperatures, and lighter snows have transformed the hydrological reality of the Rio Grande. These challenges affect all western states, and solving them requires innovation and cooperation, not legal blame games. Texas’ insistence on framing this as solely New Mexico’s fault ignores their own stubborn overdevelopment of their portion of the river, which has caused this problem in the first place.

The stakes couldn’t be higher for us. Farmers in the Valley of Mesilla and the Valley of Hatch, two of our most fertile regions, depend on groundwater to farm traditional crops of chile and pecan. If we were forced by outside powers to sharply cut our groundwater use, the economic fallout would devastate dozens of communities, uproot thousands of families, and destroy an agricultural region central to the New Mexican identity. And the implications go beyond our borders. If Texas wins, it could set a dangerous precedent for how water is managed all across the West, potentially sparking legal battles over groundwater in states like Arizona, Colorado, and California.

This isn’t just about water—it’s about justice and the sovereignty to manage our own resources. We have already demonstrated our commitment to accommodate Texas’ wants by investing heavily in advanced irrigation technology to maximize our water use efficiency. But we need Texas and the federal government to meet us halfway. Instead of imposing one-sided, predatory solutions, we should focus on realistic, collaborative strategies to adapt to our shared forecast of dwindling water resources.

The federal government’s role in this dispute raises deeper questions about the balance between state rights and federal oversight. By rejecting the negotiated settlement, the Supreme Court has not only delayed progress but also deepened tensions between states, making future collaboration harder. We cannot allow this decision to threaten New Mexico’s sovereignty or our ability to safeguard our own interests.

Despite the challenges, there is still a path forward. New Mexico and Texas must work together—not as historical adversaries, but as prospective partners—to address the changing realities of water in the Rio Grande. With a new federal administration to take charge next month, our shared future with both Texas and the federal government depends on investing in real innovation, mutual respect, and an honest reckoning with the future challenges we are likely to face. A fair resolution to this conflict isn’t just possible—it’s essential. For us, standing our ground isn’t just about defending our water resources; it’s about safeguarding our way of life for generations to come, and that beyond all cannot be compromised.

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Why NM’s crime crisis won’t end under ‘progressive’ rule

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Elections have consequences. Unfortunately, so-called “progressive” Democrats continue to hold a commanding majority in our state’s House of Representatives and Senate. Representation from both sides of the aisle and diversity of thought are pillars of a functioning and balanced government, but our reality in New Mexico is of one-party rule. This stranglehold on our institutions continues to halt progress and miss the mark when it comes to truly addressing our state’s out-of-control crime rate. 

Earlier this year, my fellow Senate Republicans collaborated across the aisle with Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham during her special legislative session to make strides in addressing public safety. Included were measures to expand criminal competency protocols and increase penalties for felons in possession of firearms, distributing fentanyl, and murdering law enforcement officers. We also introduced proposals to secure our open southern border, an issue New Mexicans and Americans at large support, in order to combat the cartel’s trafficking of drugs, humans, and contraband. An additional measure we introduced would have strengthened our state’s lackluster Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO) statute in order to pursue organized criminal activity more effectively and expand the capabilities of prosecutors, specifically, expanding human trafficking sentencing. This measure, along with several of the aforementioned proposals were created with and supported by District Attorneys and law enforcement leaders from around the state and from both sides of the aisle. 

Unfortunately, as we all know, each and every one of these measures never saw the light of day. Progressive Democrat lawmakers killed the Governor’s Special Session focused on public safety, ending the session almost immediately and refusing to hear ANY legislation addressing crime and safety.

I attended this summer’s special legislative session to witness firsthand how our elected officials would address the crime epidemic my family experiences in Albuquerque every day. I was disappointed, to say the least. Make no mistake, as the only Republican Senator from Albuquerque, I will uphold my responsibility to work toward making our community a safer place for families to live and thrive. 

These proposed measures are commonsense and practical. They hold criminals accountable, deter criminal activity, and strengthen our law enforcement. The progressive wing of the Democrat party, which has immense influence and power in our state’s legislature, disagrees. They would rather stall these proposals and instead push an entirely different ideological agenda. It was recently announced that Senate Democrats plan to introduce a “crime package” that narrowly focuses on expanding behavioral health programs. This somehow will reduce the level of violence we see every day from juveniles, repeat offenders, and gangs in our state. 

While we as Republicans remain optimistic and plan to re-introduce several of these comprehensive solutions, progressive Democrat lawmakers will most likely reject each of these proposals and further miss the mark on addressing our crime crisis. As a result, New Mexico families would continue to suffer from our crime crisis in communities throughout our state. 

Elections have consequences. Our communities will not become safer under the continued leadership of radical progressives. We will fight in Santa Fe, but the real fight is on the ground with grassroots organizing in key communities to continue to expand the realignment of the Republican Party in New Mexico.

Nicole Toiassen is the senator-elect for New Mexico’s 21st state Senate District.

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When public officials go rogue: NM Dem’s shady move against rally

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In a blatant misuse of power, New Mexico State Land Commissioner Stephanie Garcia Richard made the decision to refuse the Trump campaign’s use of a parking lot for their rally that was held on Halloween in Albuquerque. By denying access to an area that falls within the bounds of the campaign’s legally established lease from Isleta, Garcia Richard appears to be deliberately attempting to disrupt the political process. This brazen maneuver not only disregards the principles of free speech and assembly but also sets a disturbing precedent for how public office can be wielded against those with opposing political views.

The purpose of a rally is to provide a platform for supporters and those interested in learning more about a candidate’s positions. It’s an opportunity for individuals to come together in support of their beliefs and values. For the commissioner to deny the Trump campaign access to the parking lot—a seemingly trivial part of the rally setup—signals a broader attempt to suppress political expression. Such actions are a stark violation of the American principles that allow citizens to freely express their political affiliations, regardless of partisan lines. The campaign’s lease, which extends to the parking lot, reflects a mutual understanding and right to the space. By holding the lot “hostage,” as some have described, Garcia Richard is leveraging her power in a way that appears both petty and antithetical to her duty as a public servant.

Public offices, especially one as influential as the State Land Office, are not meant to be vehicles for personal biases. They are established to serve all citizens fairly and impartially. Yet, Garcia Richard’s refusal to honor the lease agreement demonstrates a troubling trend: the erosion of neutrality in government roles, where officials prioritize partisan agendas over their constitutional oath. Instead of fostering an environment where all New Mexicans can express their political views, the State Land Office is alienating a segment of the population and attempting to dictate which voices get a platform.

This situation also highlights a broader issue in contemporary politics—using government influence to silence opposition. No public official should feel emboldened to stifle free speech and expression, yet Garcia Richard’s actions here suggest a willingness to do exactly that. This is not merely a local issue; it reflects a growing problem within American governance. When officials refuse to uphold the rights of individuals based on political disagreements, they abandon the foundational principle of representing all citizens fairly.

What New Mexico’s Republican voters—and, frankly, all Americans—deserve is a government that will respect and protect the rights of all political participants. The State Land Office’s role is to manage public lands responsibly, not to suppress lawful political expression. Commissioner Garcia Richard must be held accountable for her actions in the name of fair governance, and it is crucial for all New Mexicans, regardless of party, to call out this blatant abuse of power.

Michael Perry is a county commissioner in Chaves County, representing District 5

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Gov. Lujan Grisham cares more about abortion than abused children

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The safety and well-being of our children are more important to me than being “politically correct” or whatever negative feedback my words here will bring about.

Unfortunately, the opposite is the case for Governor Lujan Grisham. Her administration is more interested in placating their political party than advocating for and protecting the neglected and abused children in our state. Regardless of your personal views on this sensitive subject, no one can deny that New Mexico is the worst state to be in for disadvantaged children. We have the worst child well-being rating in the nation in large part due to the administrative failures of the Children, Youth, and Families Department (CYFD). 

Earlier this month, the Governor celebrated the new construction of a $10 million abortion clinic in Las Cruces primarily targeted at Texas mothers. That same week, the Albuquerque Journal reported the shocking cost of  CYFD’s wrongful death lawsuit settlement payouts. Your tax dollars have paid out $21 million to families of children harmed or killed under the department’s watch in the last three years. This has been an exponential increase over recent years, and yet, no solutions have been supported to allow for true departmental reform.

Consider the sum of those amounts—that is, $31 million of your tax dollars being spent to advance the political agenda of our Governor while also obscuring her failures while in office. The people of our state, and particularly our at-risk kids, cannot afford to spend another dime protecting the legacy of this administration for her to get a promotion at the end of her term. Let me be clear: this is a leadership failure. The hardworking employees at CYFD have tough and oftentimes thankless jobs; it is not their fault the department they work for has a 34% vacancy rate, it’s not their fault children in the system are still sleeping in office buildings, and it’s also not their fault that employees are overworked and underpaid. These sad realities are the result of mismanagement and a lack of care from the Governor and her executive staff. 

Regardless of your political affiliation or personal beliefs, each and every New Mexican, especially New Mexican parents, should be ashamed of our leadership, our failed track record, and our continual downward path as a state when it comes to protecting our vulnerable and neglected children. 

New Mexican’s “reproductive health” rights are some of the most protected, unrestricted, and available in the nation. Should our focus really be in this direction? The environment we provide for our children is the worst in the nation. Yet, in the decade I have been in the Roundhouse, all we have seen are empty promises of reform. Our case workers are doing all they can, but without support from the administration, they will continue to run up against a brick wall and burn out quickly.

We must get serious about reform. New Mexico is again ranked the worst in the country according to the thorough “Kids Count” research project provided by the Annie E. Casey Foundation. We are failing our children and at the same time prioritizing all the wrong things; with neglected and vulnerable children being the ones who pay the price. 

Enough is enough, we must hold our elected officials accountable. The statistics and balance sheets don’t lie, the Governor and Democratic majorities in the State Legislature have (much like our public school students) failed. Keep this in mind this November. I hope, for the sake of our children, our state heads in a different direction.

State Sen. David Gallegos represents New Mexico Senate District 51 in the Legislature, previously serving in the New Mexico House of Representatives. He is also a school board member for Eunice Public Schools.

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Life Fought For: Inspired by God’s many circumstances

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Fires burning,

Rains falling in rapidness

Men and women working in prayers, as well as in the physical, To help against many elements that causes destruction.

Yet there is One who has His reasons.

For this time in these few seasons.

Who holds it all and provides through many.

It’s not always understood why many things tend to be.

But knowing that God loves us despite;

With all Three, Three in One,

God the Father, Jesus Christ the Son, and the Holy Spirit, All Three working as One.

To save lives through men and women with His love.

May love be the driving force that motivates all of us.

To fight against the destruction that is seen recently.

Even when we do not understand.

For Love is really the essence of life.

So fight in love and fight for life.

A Christian poem by Chere Hardy of Alamogordo, New Mexico.

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Night Sky: Inspired by God’s many circumstances

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The moon in the sky, The stars shine bright.

As the clouds drift by,

With the wind ever so light.

Thank You, Lord,

For it all.

In worship and praise,

To Your Name on High!

With Your love all-consuming,

Evermore with our devotion to Thee.

You deserve our love, our devotion, our all in all.

For Your beauty forever will be.

Love everlasting,

That’s what all souls seek.

And that is You, and Who You Are, Forevermore will be.

A Love that endures,

The many tests of times.

For it’s Your Love that gave us His all.

So that we can hear that sweet, gentle call.

Thank You, Lord, for the moon and the stars,

As the clouds drift on by.

A Christian poem by Chere Hardy of Alamogordo, New Mexico.

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Pure as Snow: Inspired by God’s many circumstances

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Snow falls and covers the ground in whiteness.

Clean and pure, snow comes from the clouds of the heavens.

Jesus Christ, the Son of God, is pure as snow.

He descended from the heavens to the earth, To live among sinners stained with sin.

As He walked the earth, His love was shown, was given, To sinners such as you and I.

He did what He did even though He didn’t sin at all.

Pure and Holy was how He is to be.

But one day, He gave His life to death,

Becoming stained with sin as the veil was torn.

Dirty with the wickedness of all mankind.

He stood in the gap between our death to eternal life.

The Father, the Creator, the Judge, pardons us because of His Son.

With His Son Who Rose from the dead, we too can become pure as snow,

In God’s sight, under the blood of Christ, That washes our sins away to His delight.

A Christian poem by Chere Hardy of Alamogordo, New Mexico.

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Why should I love? Inspired by God’s many circumstances

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Why should I love?

Especially when people are so ugly within.

Why should I care?

Especially when no one seems to care.

Why should I bother with being kind,

Especially when someone doesn’t want to be one inch compassionate?

Because of God and only God!

That’s why!

God is pure and divine love!

And His Only Son was treated cruelly.

So if He can do it, it’s possible, right?

But it gets so hard at times, when people are just themselves at times.

But God wants people, His people, to keep doing our best for His glory.

A Christian poem by Chere Hardy of Alamogordo, New Mexico.

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Why I am no longer a Democrat

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Born and raised in New Mexico, like many of you, I grew up in a traditional household where values like hard work, family, humility, and integrity were deeply ingrained. These principles passed down from generation to generation, have shaped who I am today, all with the endless support and guidance from my wife.

My wife and I navigated challenges through 28 years as small business owners to become successful in business. Our fundamental values and principles have guided us through many difficult times and plenty of wonderful times.

In my upbringing, voting Democrat was a cultural norm, seen as synonymous with representing Hispanic interests and aiding the less fortunate. However, over time, it’s become clear that the Democratic Party has shifted away from these traditional values.

The rise of radical progressivism within the party threatens beliefs in the American Dream, faith, family, and personal accountability.

Seeing the disconnect between my values and the direction of the Democratic Party, I made the decision to run for State Senate, aiming to represent my community’s true interests. Issues like crime, economic instability, education, border security and government overreach need addressing.

For the first time, I found alignment with the Republican Party and sought to bring positive change to District 10.

I invite those who share similar experiences and beliefs to join me in this endeavor. Our community faces challenges, but together, we can make a difference for our children and future generations.

Rudy B. Mora is a Republican running for New Mexico Senate District 10.

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