REFLECTIONS ON THE BLACK FOOTPRINT IN NEW MEXICO

By Darryl Wellington
“Let’s begin with a story that reflects my concerns that the Black presence isn’t significantly appreciated — but that simultaneously reaffirms my belief in the importance of teaching New Mexican Black history.”

HATE VALENTINE’S DAY? TRY CELEBRATING IT ANYWAY

By Monika Dziamka
“It’s a missed opportunity to let Valentine’s Day be reduced to something that’s only cheesy and commercial.”