Welcome to the June issue of The Highlight
The June issue of The Highlight discusses the challenges and successes of universal childcare programs across the United States. New Mexico has seen a significant funding increase for early childhood education but continues to face a childcare shortage. The issue also covers various topics including the benefits of joining clubs and the rise of drive-thru healthcare.
- ▪Universal childcare programs are gaining traction in cities and states across the country.
- ▪New Mexico recently authorized a permanent funding increase for early childhood education after 15 years of effort.
- ▪Despite the funding success, New Mexico is struggling with a shortage of childcare supply.
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The HighlightWelcome to the June issue of The Highlightby Vox StaffJun 1, 2026, 1:35 PM UTCShareGiftShareGiftIn cities and states around the country, universal childcare programs are finally having their moment. That includes New Mexico, where 15 years of work culminated in a successful ballot initiative authorizing a massive, permanent funding increase for early childhood education. Since that win, however, the state has struggled to increase supply — and it’s still dealing with a childcare shortage. In this month’s Highlight cover story, Sara Mickelson reports for Vox on how the state is screwing up universal childcare, and the lessons it can learn from places that are getting it right. Also in this issue: The case for joining a club. Why “drive-thru” healthcare is booming.
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