Once again, N.M. ranks 50th for kids; this must change GalleryOnce again, N.M. ranks 50th for kids; this must change
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Once again, N.M. ranks 50th for kids; this must change
Santa Fe New Mexican--New Mexicans are a people of strength, resilience and deep-rooted pride — shaped by our commitment to community and our dedication to the well-being of families. That’s why it’s painful to reconcile our values with the news in this week’s release of state rankings on child well-being from the Annie E. Casey Foundation’s annual Kids Count Data Book. Once again, New Mexico is ranked 50th. Two things are true: Progress takes time — and our children can’t afford to wait.
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