In 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. How generosity became cringe. And surprising good news for new college grads.
How to screw up universal childcare
By Sara Mickelson
New college grads are doing better than the vibes suggest
By Bryan Walsh
Americans don’t know how to fight AI. So they’re fighting data centers.
By Marina Bolotnikova
Coming June 2
How generosity became cringe
By Sara Herschander
Coming June 3
How Americans got hooked on “drive-thru” healthcare
By Dylan Scott
Coming June 4
To make friends, join a club. To join a club, find an activity fair.
By Allie Volpe
Coming June 5
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