Endangered Spanish Dialect Disappearing in New Mexico

For over 400 years, a unique form of Spanish has been spoken in the mountains of New Mexico, but it is now at risk of dying out. The dialect, which includes words from English and indigenous languages, has been kept alive through poetry, song, and everyday exchanges. However, economic, cultural, and climate challenges are threatening the rural communities that have nurtured the dialect for centuries. While some are trying to provide a lifeline for the dialect, others are not optimistic about its chances of survival in its recognizable form.