Washington, D.C. — As families face an affordability crisis and the cost of child care continues to spiral, Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham (D-NM) has overseen the landmark achievement of establishing New Mexico as the first state to offer universal child care—a milestone that stands in stark contrast to actions taken by the Trump administration. At a time when the economy is flagging and crushing expenses for health care, food, and gas leave families needing support more than ever, these respective administrations’ priorities could not be clearer.
Gov. Lujan Grisham has moved New Mexico forward by focusing on the biggest challenges facing the country, from child care and energy costs to health care and housing. And she has done this by listening to the diverse perspectives of the state’s voters, including Hispanic and Native American communities and rural communities.
Please join the Center for American Progress for remarks by Gov. Lujan Grisham followed by a conversation with CAP President and CEO Neera Tanden.
WHO:
Distinguished Guest:
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham (D), Governor of New Mexico
Moderator:
Neera Tanden, President and CEO, Center for American Progress
WHEN:
Thursday, October 1, 2026
2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. ET
WHERE:
Center for American Progress
1333 H St. NW
Washington, D.C. 20005
RSVP:
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