New Mexico Suncast, S1:EP36

Bob Perls on Fixing New Mexico Politics: Forward Party, Open Primaries & Civil Discourse

Listen to NM Forward Party Chair Bob Perls on New Mexico Suncast with Jim Williams. Bob explains how explains how open primaries, ranked-choice voting, and civil discourse can break the toxic two-party gridlock.

Former New Mexico State Representative and U.S. diplomat Bob Perls returns to the New Mexico Suncast to talk about building a new political path forward. As chair of the Forward Party of New Mexico, Perls explains how open primaries, ranked-choice voting, and civil discourse can break the toxic two-party gridlock.

From his background in politics and diplomacy to his leadership in New Mexico Open Elections, Perls outlines why independents now make up nearly half of American voters and how that shift could reshape democracy in the state. He also shares concrete steps for volunteers, candidates, and everyday citizens to get involved in creating more competitive, accountable elections.

If you care about political reform, voter empowerment, or the future of democracy in New Mexico, this conversation is a must-listen.