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Entries By Aspen Coriz-Romero

A Brief Introduction to the Ties Between Militarism and Pop Culture

By Aspen Coriz-Romero
Posted: June 2, 2025 | Military & Security

Militarism is deeply intertwined in pop culture, spanning media formats of TV, movies, sports, games, and toys.

New Mexico’s National Guard Initiative Highlights the Nation’s Skewed Priorities

By Aspen Coriz-Romero
Posted: May 12, 2025 | Military & Security

On April 8, 2025, New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham authorized the deployment of 60 to 70 members of the National Guard to the city of Albuquerque.