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Martin Heinrich is running for re-election to the US Senate. He has held the position since 2013, and serves as chairman of the Joint Economic Committee, chairman of the Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Subcommittee, and previously as chairman of the Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies subcommittee.
Previously, Heinrich represented New Mexico's 1st Congressional District from 2009-13 and also served as an Albuquerque City Councilor, and Council President, from 2004-08. He has also run his own public affairs firm, led a nonprofit focused on educating young people on the environment and science, served on the executive committee of the Sierra Club's Rio Grande Chapter, and was appointed by NM Governor Bill Richardson to be the state's Natural Resources Trustee.
Heinrich’s priorities include land conservation and protecting agriculture, ranching, and food systems, investing in infrastructure via rebuilding roads/bridges, expanding access to clean drinking water, and increasing high-speed internet access, protecting civil liberties and individual freedoms, expanding education, healthcare, and wellness programs, and leading efforts to grow jobs and the economy via renewable and clean energy.
His track record includes championing reproductive rights and healthcare – he advanced legislation protecting access to in vitro fertilization (IVF), contraception, and abortion, and co-sponsored Medicare-For-All legislation in 2017. He is a strong supporter of civil rights and was an original cosponsor of 2009 legislation to repeal the ban on gay marriage. Heinrich has advocated for and passed common sense gun safety laws, expanded health care access for veterans in both urban and rural areas, and led efforts to expand and invest in mental/behavioral services including specifically addressing the opioid/fentanyl public health crisis.
Heinrich is also well known for his work supporting clean/renewable energy jobs and protecting the environment and public lands. He co-sponsored the Green New Deal in 2019, which would establish net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, and led efforts to establish Columbine-Hondo Wilderness in the Carson National Forest, the creation of the Rio Grande Del Norte and Organ Mountains Desert-Peaks National Monuments, creating the Sabinoso Wilderness, expanded public access to the Valles Caldera National Preserve, Passed the Great American Outdoors Act to address billions of dollars of deferred maintenance on public lands, and designating White Sands as a National Park.
Martin Heinrich is being challenged by Nella Domenici. Domenici is the daughter of former US Senator Pete Domenici, who served from 1973 to 2009. Previously, she worked as CFO for Bridgewater Associates, the world’s largest hedge fund, and has also worked for Citadel and Credit Suisse. Domenici’s stated priorities include increasing oil and gas extraction while reducing regulations, spending more on border security and law enforcement, and lowering taxes. Additionally, on the topic of reproductive health, while she has labeled herself as moderate via TV ads, Domenici has donated close to $20K to extreme anti-abortion candidates, including Yvette Herrell and Mark Ronchetti in New Mexico, Adam Laxalt in Nevada, and her former Bridgewater CEO Dave McCormick in Pennsylvania.
We highly recommend Martin Heinrich for US Senate based on his clear and consistent record of protecting civil and individual rights, investing in infrastructure, spurring sustainable economic growth and renewable/clean energy jobs, and championing public lands and the environment, which are essential to New Mexico’s heritage, traditions, and economy.
Martin Heinrich is running for re-election to the US Senate. He has held the position since 2013, and serves as chairman of the Joint Economic Committee, chairman of the Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Subcommittee, and previously as chairman of the Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies subcommittee.
Previously, Heinrich represented New Mexico's 1st Congressional District from 2009-13 and also served as an Albuquerque City Councilor, and Council President, from 2004-08. He has also run his own public affairs firm, led a nonprofit focused on educating young people on the environment and science, served on the executive committee of the Sierra Club's Rio Grande Chapter, and was appointed by NM Governor Bill Richardson to be the state's Natural Resources Trustee.
Heinrich’s priorities include land conservation and protecting agriculture, ranching, and food systems, investing in infrastructure via rebuilding roads/bridges, expanding access to clean drinking water, and increasing high-speed internet access, protecting civil liberties and individual freedoms, expanding education, healthcare, and wellness programs, and leading efforts to grow jobs and the economy via renewable and clean energy.
His track record includes championing reproductive rights and healthcare – he advanced legislation protecting access to in vitro fertilization (IVF), contraception, and abortion, and co-sponsored Medicare-For-All legislation in 2017. He is a strong supporter of civil rights and was an original cosponsor of 2009 legislation to repeal the ban on gay marriage. Heinrich has advocated for and passed common sense gun safety laws, expanded health care access for veterans in both urban and rural areas, and led efforts to expand and invest in mental/behavioral services including specifically addressing the opioid/fentanyl public health crisis.
Heinrich is also well known for his work supporting clean/renewable energy jobs and protecting the environment and public lands. He co-sponsored the Green New Deal in 2019, which would establish net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, and led efforts to establish Columbine-Hondo Wilderness in the Carson National Forest, the creation of the Rio Grande Del Norte and Organ Mountains Desert-Peaks National Monuments, creating the Sabinoso Wilderness, expanded public access to the Valles Caldera National Preserve, Passed the Great American Outdoors Act to address billions of dollars of deferred maintenance on public lands, and designating White Sands as a National Park.
Martin Heinrich is being challenged by Nella Domenici. Domenici is the daughter of former US Senator Pete Domenici, who served from 1973 to 2009. Previously, she worked as CFO for Bridgewater Associates, the world’s largest hedge fund, and has also worked for Citadel and Credit Suisse. Domenici’s stated priorities include increasing oil and gas extraction while reducing regulations, spending more on border security and law enforcement, and lowering taxes. Additionally, on the topic of reproductive health, while she has labeled herself as moderate via TV ads, Domenici has donated close to $20K to extreme anti-abortion candidates, including Yvette Herrell and Mark Ronchetti in New Mexico, Adam Laxalt in Nevada, and her former Bridgewater CEO Dave McCormick in Pennsylvania.
We highly recommend Martin Heinrich for US Senate based on his clear and consistent record of protecting civil and individual rights, investing in infrastructure, spurring sustainable economic growth and renewable/clean energy jobs, and championing public lands and the environment, which are essential to New Mexico’s heritage, traditions, and economy.
Martin Heinrich is running for re-election to the US Senate. He has held the position since 2013, and serves as chairman of the Joint Economic Committee, chairman of the Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Subcommittee, and previously as chairman of the Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies subcommittee.
Previously, Heinrich represented New Mexico's 1st Congressional District from 2009-13 and also served as an Albuquerque City Councilor, and Council President, from 2004-08. He has also run his own public affairs firm, led a nonprofit focused on educating young people on the environment and science, served on the executive committee of the Sierra Club's Rio Grande Chapter, and was appointed by NM Governor Bill Richardson to be the state's Natural Resources Trustee.
Heinrich’s priorities include land conservation and protecting agriculture, ranching, and food systems, investing in infrastructure via rebuilding roads/bridges, expanding access to clean drinking water, and increasing high-speed internet access, protecting civil liberties and individual freedoms, expanding education, healthcare, and wellness programs, and leading efforts to grow jobs and the economy via renewable and clean energy.
His track record includes championing reproductive rights and healthcare – he advanced legislation protecting access to in vitro fertilization (IVF), contraception, and abortion, and co-sponsored Medicare-For-All legislation in 2017. He is a strong supporter of civil rights and was an original cosponsor of 2009 legislation to repeal the ban on gay marriage. Heinrich has advocated for and passed common sense gun safety laws, expanded health care access for veterans in both urban and rural areas, and led efforts to expand and invest in mental/behavioral services including specifically addressing the opioid/fentanyl public health crisis.
Heinrich is also well known for his work supporting clean/renewable energy jobs and protecting the environment and public lands. He co-sponsored the Green New Deal in 2019, which would establish net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, and led efforts to establish Columbine-Hondo Wilderness in the Carson National Forest, the creation of the Rio Grande Del Norte and Organ Mountains Desert-Peaks National Monuments, creating the Sabinoso Wilderness, expanded public access to the Valles Caldera National Preserve, Passed the Great American Outdoors Act to address billions of dollars of deferred maintenance on public lands, and designating White Sands as a National Park.
Martin Heinrich is being challenged by Nella Domenici. Domenici is the daughter of former US Senator Pete Domenici, who served from 1973 to 2009. Previously, she worked as CFO for Bridgewater Associates, the world’s largest hedge fund, and has also worked for Citadel and Credit Suisse. Domenici’s stated priorities include increasing oil and gas extraction while reducing regulations, spending more on border security and law enforcement, and lowering taxes. Additionally, on the topic of reproductive health, while she has labeled herself as moderate via TV ads, Domenici has donated close to $20K to extreme anti-abortion candidates, including Yvette Herrell and Mark Ronchetti in New Mexico, Adam Laxalt in Nevada, and her former Bridgewater CEO Dave McCormick in Pennsylvania.
We highly recommend Martin Heinrich for US Senate based on his clear and consistent record of protecting civil and individual rights, investing in infrastructure, spurring sustainable economic growth and renewable/clean energy jobs, and championing public lands and the environment, which are essential to New Mexico’s heritage, traditions, and economy.
Melanie Stansbury is running for re-election to New Mexico's 1st Congressional District. She has held the position since 2021, and serves on the House Committee on Natural Resources and the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability.
Before serving in Congress, Stansbury served in the NM State Legislature as House District 28 Representative from 2019-21. Previously, she worked as a STEM Educator and researcher on land and water issues across New Mexico, and as a staffer for the U.S. Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources and the White House Office of Management and Budget. She is a graduate of Cornell University, Saint Mary's College of California, and Cibola High School.
Stansbury’s priorities include addressing the climate crisis through renewable energy and protection of natural resources, economic opportunity via fair wages, workplace protections, and supporting small businesses, increased access to healthcare including Medicaid expansion and protections for those with pre-existing conditions, and investing in public education including early childhood programs, higher education, and workforce development.
Her track record includes: passing legislation promoting renewable energy and reducing greenhouse gas emissions, working to increase funding for public education and early childhood programs, supporting bills expanding Medicaid coverage and protecting healthcare access for vulnerable populations, collaborating with local businesses and organizations to create jobs and stimulate economic growth.
Melanie Stansbury is being challenged by Steve Jones. Jones describes himself as a graduate of the University of Houston, certified Public Accountant, retired Army Medic, and has also worked as a CFO and investor in the energy sector. His stated priorities are to improve the economy by lowering taxes and reducing government spending, spend more on border security, and protect the 2nd Amendment by promoting education and training while opposing any legislative or regulatory action.
We highly recommend Melanie Stansbury for US Congressional District 1 based on her unique blend of scientific expertise and policy experience, and her track record on climate action, economic opportunity, healthcare access, education, and her close alignment with New Mexican values.
Melanie Stansbury is running for re-election to New Mexico's 1st Congressional District. She has held the position since 2021, and serves on the House Committee on Natural Resources and the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability.
Before serving in Congress, Stansbury served in the NM State Legislature as House District 28 Representative from 2019-21. Previously, she worked as a STEM Educator and researcher on land and water issues across New Mexico, and as a staffer for the U.S. Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources and the White House Office of Management and Budget. She is a graduate of Cornell University, Saint Mary's College of California, and Cibola High School.
Stansbury’s priorities include addressing the climate crisis through renewable energy and protection of natural resources, economic opportunity via fair wages, workplace protections, and supporting small businesses, increased access to healthcare including Medicaid expansion and protections for those with pre-existing conditions, and investing in public education including early childhood programs, higher education, and workforce development.
Her track record includes: passing legislation promoting renewable energy and reducing greenhouse gas emissions, working to increase funding for public education and early childhood programs, supporting bills expanding Medicaid coverage and protecting healthcare access for vulnerable populations, collaborating with local businesses and organizations to create jobs and stimulate economic growth.
Melanie Stansbury is being challenged by Steve Jones. Jones describes himself as a graduate of the University of Houston, certified Public Accountant, retired Army Medic, and has also worked as a CFO and investor in the energy sector. His stated priorities are to improve the economy by lowering taxes and reducing government spending, spend more on border security, and protect the 2nd Amendment by promoting education and training while opposing any legislative or regulatory action.
We highly recommend Melanie Stansbury for US Congressional District 1 based on her unique blend of scientific expertise and policy experience, and her track record on climate action, economic opportunity, healthcare access, education, and her close alignment with New Mexican values.
Melanie Stansbury is running for re-election to New Mexico's 1st Congressional District. She has held the position since 2021, and serves on the House Committee on Natural Resources and the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability.
Before serving in Congress, Stansbury served in the NM State Legislature as House District 28 Representative from 2019-21. Previously, she worked as a STEM Educator and researcher on land and water issues across New Mexico, and as a staffer for the U.S. Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources and the White House Office of Management and Budget. She is a graduate of Cornell University, Saint Mary's College of California, and Cibola High School.
Stansbury’s priorities include addressing the climate crisis through renewable energy and protection of natural resources, economic opportunity via fair wages, workplace protections, and supporting small businesses, increased access to healthcare including Medicaid expansion and protections for those with pre-existing conditions, and investing in public education including early childhood programs, higher education, and workforce development.
Her track record includes: passing legislation promoting renewable energy and reducing greenhouse gas emissions, working to increase funding for public education and early childhood programs, supporting bills expanding Medicaid coverage and protecting healthcare access for vulnerable populations, collaborating with local businesses and organizations to create jobs and stimulate economic growth.
Melanie Stansbury is being challenged by Steve Jones. Jones describes himself as a graduate of the University of Houston, certified Public Accountant, retired Army Medic, and has also worked as a CFO and investor in the energy sector. His stated priorities are to improve the economy by lowering taxes and reducing government spending, spend more on border security, and protect the 2nd Amendment by promoting education and training while opposing any legislative or regulatory action.
We highly recommend Melanie Stansbury for US Congressional District 1 based on her unique blend of scientific expertise and policy experience, and her track record on climate action, economic opportunity, healthcare access, education, and her close alignment with New Mexican values.
Gabe Vasquez is running for re-election to New Mexico's 2nd Congressional District. He has held the position since 2022, and serves on the House Armed Services Committee and House Agriculture Committee.
Prior to serving in Congress, Vasquez was a member of Las Cruces City Council from 2017-21. Previously, he worked as Deputy Director of the Western Conservation Foundation, Deputy Director of New Mexico's chapter of the Wilderness Society, Director of Community Relations for the New Mexico Wildlife Federation, and was also executive director of the Las Cruces Hispano Chamber of Commerce and a Field Representative for Senator Martin Heinrich’s office. He is a graduate of New Mexico State University.
Vasquez’ priorities include strengthening economic development by investing in renewable energy and promoting sustainable agriculture, protecting natural resources, improving healthcare by strengthening the Affordable Care Act, expanding Medicaid, and increasing funding for community health centers, and supporting veterans via mental health support and job training programs.
His track record includes leading efforts to designate the Organ Mountains Desert Peaks National Monument, sponsoring legislation to return water rights and management to the Pueblo of Zuni, investing in smart technology to detect fentanyl at ports of entry, and providing a pathway to citizenship for essential workers and agricultural workforces.
We recommend Gabe Vasquez for US Congressional District 2 based on his focus of creating good-paying jobs, protecting our land and water, improving healthcare, and supporting our veterans.
Gabe Vasquez is running for re-election to New Mexico's 2nd Congressional District. He has held the position since 2022, and serves on the House Armed Services Committee and House Agriculture Committee.
Prior to serving in Congress, Vasquez was a member of Las Cruces City Council from 2017-21. Previously, he worked as Deputy Director of the Western Conservation Foundation, Deputy Director of New Mexico's chapter of the Wilderness Society, Director of Community Relations for the New Mexico Wildlife Federation, and was also executive director of the Las Cruces Hispano Chamber of Commerce and a Field Representative for Senator Martin Heinrich’s office. He is a graduate of New Mexico State University.
Vasquez’ priorities include strengthening economic development by investing in renewable energy and promoting sustainable agriculture, protecting natural resources, improving healthcare by strengthening the Affordable Care Act, expanding Medicaid, and increasing funding for community health centers, and supporting veterans via mental health support and job training programs.
His track record includes leading efforts to designate the Organ Mountains Desert Peaks National Monument, sponsoring legislation to return water rights and management to the Pueblo of Zuni, investing in smart technology to detect fentanyl at ports of entry, and providing a pathway to citizenship for essential workers and agricultural workforces.
We recommend Gabe Vasquez for US Congressional District 2 based on his focus of creating good-paying jobs, protecting our land and water, improving healthcare, and supporting our veterans.
Gabe Vasquez is running for re-election to New Mexico's 2nd Congressional District. He has held the position since 2022, and serves on the House Armed Services Committee and House Agriculture Committee.
Prior to serving in Congress, Vasquez was a member of Las Cruces City Council from 2017-21. Previously, he worked as Deputy Director of the Western Conservation Foundation, Deputy Director of New Mexico's chapter of the Wilderness Society, Director of Community Relations for the New Mexico Wildlife Federation, and was also executive director of the Las Cruces Hispano Chamber of Commerce and a Field Representative for Senator Martin Heinrich’s office. He is a graduate of New Mexico State University.
Vasquez’ priorities include strengthening economic development by investing in renewable energy and promoting sustainable agriculture, protecting natural resources, improving healthcare by strengthening the Affordable Care Act, expanding Medicaid, and increasing funding for community health centers, and supporting veterans via mental health support and job training programs.
His track record includes leading efforts to designate the Organ Mountains Desert Peaks National Monument, sponsoring legislation to return water rights and management to the Pueblo of Zuni, investing in smart technology to detect fentanyl at ports of entry, and providing a pathway to citizenship for essential workers and agricultural workforces.
We recommend Gabe Vasquez for US Congressional District 2 based on his focus of creating good-paying jobs, protecting our land and water, improving healthcare, and supporting our veterans.
Teresa Leger Fernandez is running for re-election to New Mexico's 3rd Congressional District. She has held the position since 2021, and serves on the House Rules Committee, House Committee on Natural Resources, House Committee on Education and the Workforce, and is Vice Chair of the Congressional Democratic Women’s Caucus and a member of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus.
Previously, Fernandez was Founder & Primary Counsel at Leger Law & Strategy where her focus areas included impact litigation, community project financing, civil and voting rights, and tribal law. Prior to that, she worked as a General Counsel for Nordhaus Law, specializing in representing Native American sovereign entities and their business and social development entities. She has also served as a Clinton and Obama presidential appointee, White House Fellow on housing issues, Vice Chair of the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation, and as an acequia commission in Northern NM. Fernandez is a graduate of Yale University, received her law degree from Stanford Law School, and was born and raised in Las Vegas, New Mexico,
Fernandez’ priorities include supporting local economies by improving access to education and job training programs, protecting and expanding access to affordable healthcare, particularly in rural areas, addressing the opioid epidemic by investing in mental/behavioral health programs, and building sustainable economic growth through investments in renewable energy, infrastructure, and small businesses.
Her track record includes sponsoring or co-sponsoring legislation to return water rights and management to the Pueblo of Zuni, improve emergency obstetric services and training for rural areas, get unhoused disabled veterans into housing built exclusively for them on veteran land, and increase access to mental/behavioral programs for the opioid/fentanyl public health crisis. Additionally, Fernandez has advocated for a just transition away from fossil fuels to renewable energy and clean energy jobs, Medicare for All, and to ban the sale of weapons of war including semi-automatic rifles. She also supports the DREAM Act, comprehensive immigration reform, and has advanced legislation to reinforce Native American communities in access to credit/finance as well as investing in Native community development financial institutions (CDFIs) to increase homeownership for tribal communities in rural areas.
Teresa Leger Fernandez is being challenged by Sharon E. Clahchischilliage. Clahchischilliage is a member of the NM Public Education Commission and served in the NM Legislature as the House District 4 representative from 2013-18. She has also worked as a special education teacher and for the Navajo Nation, and was nominated/appointed by George W. Bush and Heather Wilson to executive branch roles. While there is limited information on her priorities and proposed policy, her website states that she is focused on private lands issues, agriculture, and education.
We highly recommend Teresa Leger Fernandez for US Congressional District 3 based on her close collaboration with our state’s tribes, nations, and pueblos, commitment to public service, and track record of investing in education, expanding healthcare access, and creating economic opportunities for all New Mexican families.
Teresa Leger Fernandez is running for re-election to New Mexico's 3rd Congressional District. She has held the position since 2021, and serves on the House Rules Committee, House Committee on Natural Resources, House Committee on Education and the Workforce, and is Vice Chair of the Congressional Democratic Women’s Caucus and a member of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus.
Previously, Fernandez was Founder & Primary Counsel at Leger Law & Strategy where her focus areas included impact litigation, community project financing, civil and voting rights, and tribal law. Prior to that, she worked as a General Counsel for Nordhaus Law, specializing in representing Native American sovereign entities and their business and social development entities. She has also served as a Clinton and Obama presidential appointee, White House Fellow on housing issues, Vice Chair of the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation, and as an acequia commission in Northern NM. Fernandez is a graduate of Yale University, received her law degree from Stanford Law School, and was born and raised in Las Vegas, New Mexico,
Fernandez’ priorities include supporting local economies by improving access to education and job training programs, protecting and expanding access to affordable healthcare, particularly in rural areas, addressing the opioid epidemic by investing in mental/behavioral health programs, and building sustainable economic growth through investments in renewable energy, infrastructure, and small businesses.
Her track record includes sponsoring or co-sponsoring legislation to return water rights and management to the Pueblo of Zuni, improve emergency obstetric services and training for rural areas, get unhoused disabled veterans into housing built exclusively for them on veteran land, and increase access to mental/behavioral programs for the opioid/fentanyl public health crisis. Additionally, Fernandez has advocated for a just transition away from fossil fuels to renewable energy and clean energy jobs, Medicare for All, and to ban the sale of weapons of war including semi-automatic rifles. She also supports the DREAM Act, comprehensive immigration reform, and has advanced legislation to reinforce Native American communities in access to credit/finance as well as investing in Native community development financial institutions (CDFIs) to increase homeownership for tribal communities in rural areas.
Teresa Leger Fernandez is being challenged by Sharon E. Clahchischilliage. Clahchischilliage is a member of the NM Public Education Commission and served in the NM Legislature as the House District 4 representative from 2013-18. She has also worked as a special education teacher and for the Navajo Nation, and was nominated/appointed by George W. Bush and Heather Wilson to executive branch roles. While there is limited information on her priorities and proposed policy, her website states that she is focused on private lands issues, agriculture, and education.
We highly recommend Teresa Leger Fernandez for US Congressional District 3 based on her close collaboration with our state’s tribes, nations, and pueblos, commitment to public service, and track record of investing in education, expanding healthcare access, and creating economic opportunities for all New Mexican families.
Teresa Leger Fernandez is running for re-election to New Mexico's 3rd Congressional District. She has held the position since 2021, and serves on the House Rules Committee, House Committee on Natural Resources, House Committee on Education and the Workforce, and is Vice Chair of the Congressional Democratic Women’s Caucus and a member of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus.
Previously, Fernandez was Founder & Primary Counsel at Leger Law & Strategy where her focus areas included impact litigation, community project financing, civil and voting rights, and tribal law. Prior to that, she worked as a General Counsel for Nordhaus Law, specializing in representing Native American sovereign entities and their business and social development entities. She has also served as a Clinton and Obama presidential appointee, White House Fellow on housing issues, Vice Chair of the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation, and as an acequia commission in Northern NM. Fernandez is a graduate of Yale University, received her law degree from Stanford Law School, and was born and raised in Las Vegas, New Mexico,
Fernandez’ priorities include supporting local economies by improving access to education and job training programs, protecting and expanding access to affordable healthcare, particularly in rural areas, addressing the opioid epidemic by investing in mental/behavioral health programs, and building sustainable economic growth through investments in renewable energy, infrastructure, and small businesses.
Her track record includes sponsoring or co-sponsoring legislation to return water rights and management to the Pueblo of Zuni, improve emergency obstetric services and training for rural areas, get unhoused disabled veterans into housing built exclusively for them on veteran land, and increase access to mental/behavioral programs for the opioid/fentanyl public health crisis. Additionally, Fernandez has advocated for a just transition away from fossil fuels to renewable energy and clean energy jobs, Medicare for All, and to ban the sale of weapons of war including semi-automatic rifles. She also supports the DREAM Act, comprehensive immigration reform, and has advanced legislation to reinforce Native American communities in access to credit/finance as well as investing in Native community development financial institutions (CDFIs) to increase homeownership for tribal communities in rural areas.
Teresa Leger Fernandez is being challenged by Sharon E. Clahchischilliage. Clahchischilliage is a member of the NM Public Education Commission and served in the NM Legislature as the House District 4 representative from 2013-18. She has also worked as a special education teacher and for the Navajo Nation, and was nominated/appointed by George W. Bush and Heather Wilson to executive branch roles. While there is limited information on her priorities and proposed policy, her website states that she is focused on private lands issues, agriculture, and education.
We highly recommend Teresa Leger Fernandez for US Congressional District 3 based on her close collaboration with our state’s tribes, nations, and pueblos, commitment to public service, and track record of investing in education, expanding healthcare access, and creating economic opportunities for all New Mexican families.
Cindy Nava is running for the open seat in Senate District 9. Nava left her appointment by the White House as Senior Policy Advisor to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development early this year in order to run for this seat. Prior to that Nava was Executive Director of Transform Education NM, managed/owned her own consulting firm, NAVA Strategies, and was the Political Director for Ben Ray Lujan’s U.S. Senate Campaign. Her volunteer and leadership experience includes serving on the board for Youth Development Inc. (YDI), and she is also a founding Board Member of the American Mexican Association (AMA-USA).
Nava’s personal experience of being undocumented, becoming a Dreamer (DACA recipient), and receiving her U.S. citizenship drives her passion to run for Senate District 9. Her priorities include improving education from early childhood through secondary education by increasing pay for educators and creating facilities that support learning, increasing investments in affordable housing and first-time home buyer programs as well as low interest loans, and making healthcare more affordable by reducing premium rates through New Mexico’s health exchange as well as focusing on recruitment and retention of high quality health care providers to New Mexico.
We highly recommend Cindy Nava for Senate District 9 based on her policy work, lived experience, and demonstrated commitment to improving the lives of all New Mexicans.
Cindy Nava is running for the open seat in Senate District 9. Nava left her appointment by the White House as Senior Policy Advisor to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development early this year in order to run for this seat. Prior to that Nava was Executive Director of Transform Education NM, managed/owned her own consulting firm, NAVA Strategies, and was the Political Director for Ben Ray Lujan’s U.S. Senate Campaign. Her volunteer and leadership experience includes serving on the board for Youth Development Inc. (YDI), and she is also a founding Board Member of the American Mexican Association (AMA-USA).
Nava’s personal experience of being undocumented, becoming a Dreamer (DACA recipient), and receiving her U.S. citizenship drives her passion to run for Senate District 9. Her priorities include improving education from early childhood through secondary education by increasing pay for educators and creating facilities that support learning, increasing investments in affordable housing and first-time home buyer programs as well as low interest loans, and making healthcare more affordable by reducing premium rates through New Mexico’s health exchange as well as focusing on recruitment and retention of high quality health care providers to New Mexico.
We highly recommend Cindy Nava for Senate District 9 based on her policy work, lived experience, and demonstrated commitment to improving the lives of all New Mexicans.
Cindy Nava is running for the open seat in Senate District 9. Nava left her appointment by the White House as Senior Policy Advisor to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development early this year in order to run for this seat. Prior to that Nava was Executive Director of Transform Education NM, managed/owned her own consulting firm, NAVA Strategies, and was the Political Director for Ben Ray Lujan’s U.S. Senate Campaign. Her volunteer and leadership experience includes serving on the board for Youth Development Inc. (YDI), and she is also a founding Board Member of the American Mexican Association (AMA-USA).
Nava’s personal experience of being undocumented, becoming a Dreamer (DACA recipient), and receiving her U.S. citizenship drives her passion to run for Senate District 9. Her priorities include improving education from early childhood through secondary education by increasing pay for educators and creating facilities that support learning, increasing investments in affordable housing and first-time home buyer programs as well as low interest loans, and making healthcare more affordable by reducing premium rates through New Mexico’s health exchange as well as focusing on recruitment and retention of high quality health care providers to New Mexico.
We highly recommend Cindy Nava for Senate District 9 based on her policy work, lived experience, and demonstrated commitment to improving the lives of all New Mexicans.
Phillip Ramirez is running in the General Election for the open seat in Senate District 12. A lifelong resident of Albuquerque's South Valley, Ramirez has spent his career working to improve the lives of New Mexicans. Currently, he works at his family business, a signatory company with the Local UA 412 union, as a project manager and is a Union Refrigeration journeyman. He was also appointed to the Construction Industry’s Commission in 2019, where he was also elected vice chairman in 2021. In addition to his professional experience, Ramirez is passionate about reinforcing young people and is active as a volunteer in little league baseball, serving as the district safety officer and umpire.
Phillip Ramirez is motivated to run for Senate District 12 by his belief that every New Mexican deserves access to quality education, affordable healthcare, and economic opportunities. Passionate about creating a more just and equitable society, his priorities include supporting a trade education curriculum in public schools by reintroducing courses like electrical and auto shops, lowering medical and prescription drug costs, and ensuring workers have a living wage to offer families a sense of financial stability. He also prioritizes investing in renewable energy, electrification, and clean energy jobs, and policies that ensure access to clean water. Additionally, he supports reinforcing and growing small businesses by streamlining permitting, increasing access to grants and low interest loans, and spurring local procurement within government agencies and large institutions.
We highly recommend Phillip Ramirez for Senate District 12 based on his background, experience, and focus on investing in education, healthcare, and New Mexican families.
Phillip Ramirez is running in the General Election for the open seat in Senate District 12. A lifelong resident of Albuquerque's South Valley, Ramirez has spent his career working to improve the lives of New Mexicans. Currently, he works at his family business, a signatory company with the Local UA 412 union, as a project manager and is a Union Refrigeration journeyman. He was also appointed to the Construction Industry’s Commission in 2019, where he was also elected vice chairman in 2021. In addition to his professional experience, Ramirez is passionate about reinforcing young people and is active as a volunteer in little league baseball, serving as the district safety officer and umpire.
Phillip Ramirez is motivated to run for Senate District 12 by his belief that every New Mexican deserves access to quality education, affordable healthcare, and economic opportunities. Passionate about creating a more just and equitable society, his priorities include supporting a trade education curriculum in public schools by reintroducing courses like electrical and auto shops, lowering medical and prescription drug costs, and ensuring workers have a living wage to offer families a sense of financial stability. He also prioritizes investing in renewable energy, electrification, and clean energy jobs, and policies that ensure access to clean water. Additionally, he supports reinforcing and growing small businesses by streamlining permitting, increasing access to grants and low interest loans, and spurring local procurement within government agencies and large institutions.
We highly recommend Phillip Ramirez for Senate District 12 based on his background, experience, and focus on investing in education, healthcare, and New Mexican families.
Phillip Ramirez is running in the General Election for the open seat in Senate District 12. A lifelong resident of Albuquerque's South Valley, Ramirez has spent his career working to improve the lives of New Mexicans. Currently, he works at his family business, a signatory company with the Local UA 412 union, as a project manager and is a Union Refrigeration journeyman. He was also appointed to the Construction Industry’s Commission in 2019, where he was also elected vice chairman in 2021. In addition to his professional experience, Ramirez is passionate about reinforcing young people and is active as a volunteer in little league baseball, serving as the district safety officer and umpire.
Phillip Ramirez is motivated to run for Senate District 12 by his belief that every New Mexican deserves access to quality education, affordable healthcare, and economic opportunities. Passionate about creating a more just and equitable society, his priorities include supporting a trade education curriculum in public schools by reintroducing courses like electrical and auto shops, lowering medical and prescription drug costs, and ensuring workers have a living wage to offer families a sense of financial stability. He also prioritizes investing in renewable energy, electrification, and clean energy jobs, and policies that ensure access to clean water. Additionally, he supports reinforcing and growing small businesses by streamlining permitting, increasing access to grants and low interest loans, and spurring local procurement within government agencies and large institutions.
We highly recommend Phillip Ramirez for Senate District 12 based on his background, experience, and focus on investing in education, healthcare, and New Mexican families.
Joseph Hernandez is running in the General Election for House District 4. Hernandez works as a community organizer and serves as Diné Energy Organizer for NAVA Education Project and NM Native Vote, focused on clean energy, solar adoption, and the energy transition act. Previously, he served as field organizer for Anthony Allison’s campaign for the New Mexico House of Representatives, as Committee President of Gadii’ahi-To’koi Chapter Community Land Use Planning Committee, and has also worked in a support staff role for the Navajo Nation Office of Youth Development, Shiprock Agency.
Hernandez is motivated to run for House District 4 by his experience as a community organizer, full-time advocate, and voice for working families at the legislature since 2020. His priorities include jobs and economic opportunity tied to solar development, increased access to healthcare, including mental health and substance abuse disorder care, and addressing the affordable housing shortage by bringing a modular home manufacturing facility to Shiprock. He also supports paid family medical leave, reproductive rights, and the removal of the state’s rent control ban as well as increased protections via a Renter’s Bill of Rights.
Joseph Hernandez is being challenged by Republican Lincoln Mark. There is limited public information on Mark, and no information on his priorities. He has previously worked as a Legislative Assistant and as a Prosecutor for the Navajo Nation. Mark is endorsed by the NRA Political Victory Fund and has attended events with Americans for Prosperity (AFP), a right-wing group that opposes access to healthcare and worker protections.
We highly recommend Joseph Hernandez for House District 4 based on his community organizing background, focus on sustainable economic growth, and experience representing the concerns of working families at the state legislature.
Joseph Hernandez is running in the General Election for House District 4. Hernandez works as a community organizer and serves as Diné Energy Organizer for NAVA Education Project and NM Native Vote, focused on clean energy, solar adoption, and the energy transition act. Previously, he served as field organizer for Anthony Allison’s campaign for the New Mexico House of Representatives, as Committee President of Gadii’ahi-To’koi Chapter Community Land Use Planning Committee, and has also worked in a support staff role for the Navajo Nation Office of Youth Development, Shiprock Agency.
Hernandez is motivated to run for House District 4 by his experience as a community organizer, full-time advocate, and voice for working families at the legislature since 2020. His priorities include jobs and economic opportunity tied to solar development, increased access to healthcare, including mental health and substance abuse disorder care, and addressing the affordable housing shortage by bringing a modular home manufacturing facility to Shiprock. He also supports paid family medical leave, reproductive rights, and the removal of the state’s rent control ban as well as increased protections via a Renter’s Bill of Rights.
Joseph Hernandez is being challenged by Republican Lincoln Mark. There is limited public information on Mark, and no information on his priorities. He has previously worked as a Legislative Assistant and as a Prosecutor for the Navajo Nation. Mark is endorsed by the NRA Political Victory Fund and has attended events with Americans for Prosperity (AFP), a right-wing group that opposes access to healthcare and worker protections.
We highly recommend Joseph Hernandez for House District 4 based on his community organizing background, focus on sustainable economic growth, and experience representing the concerns of working families at the state legislature.
Joseph Hernandez is running in the General Election for House District 4. Hernandez works as a community organizer and serves as Diné Energy Organizer for NAVA Education Project and NM Native Vote, focused on clean energy, solar adoption, and the energy transition act. Previously, he served as field organizer for Anthony Allison’s campaign for the New Mexico House of Representatives, as Committee President of Gadii’ahi-To’koi Chapter Community Land Use Planning Committee, and has also worked in a support staff role for the Navajo Nation Office of Youth Development, Shiprock Agency.
Hernandez is motivated to run for House District 4 by his experience as a community organizer, full-time advocate, and voice for working families at the legislature since 2020. His priorities include jobs and economic opportunity tied to solar development, increased access to healthcare, including mental health and substance abuse disorder care, and addressing the affordable housing shortage by bringing a modular home manufacturing facility to Shiprock. He also supports paid family medical leave, reproductive rights, and the removal of the state’s rent control ban as well as increased protections via a Renter’s Bill of Rights.
Joseph Hernandez is being challenged by Republican Lincoln Mark. There is limited public information on Mark, and no information on his priorities. He has previously worked as a Legislative Assistant and as a Prosecutor for the Navajo Nation. Mark is endorsed by the NRA Political Victory Fund and has attended events with Americans for Prosperity (AFP), a right-wing group that opposes access to healthcare and worker protections.
We highly recommend Joseph Hernandez for House District 4 based on his community organizing background, focus on sustainable economic growth, and experience representing the concerns of working families at the state legislature.
Pamelya Herndon is running for re-election in the General Election for House District 28. She has held the position since 2021, and currently serves as Vice Chair of the House Health and Human Services Committee, and as a member of House Appropriations and Finance Committee.
Herndon is a well-known practicing attorney, licensed in NM and CO, and leads as President and CEO of The Women's Center for Social Justice and Change. Previously, she was the Executive Director of Southwest Women's Law Center, and has also served as Deputy Cabinet Secretary for New Mexico’s General Services Department, General Counsel for the NM State Regulation and Licensing Department of New Mexico, Attorney in the Litigation Division of the NM Attorney General, and Senior Litigation Attorney for the Internal Revenue Service. She also has extensive leadership/volunteer experience, including with the American Association of University Women - Albuquerque Chapter, and as a board member for Emerge New Mexico and the Con Alma Health Foundation. She studied at Howard University and earned her law degree from the University of Texas.
Herndon’s motivation to run for re-election to House District 28 comes from her commitment to public safety, education, and economic equality. She has been a vocal advocate for reducing crime in Albuquerque, as demonstrated by her legislative efforts to enact common sense gun regulations. Herndon supports the Second Amendment while advocating for responsible gun ownership, and was a sponsor of Bennie’s Bill. She champions economic policies aimed at reducing the tax burden on seniors and working families and supports education by promoting significant salary increases for New Mexico's teachers and expanding mental health services in schools. Her legislative track record includes voting for increasing the amount annually transferred to the Early Childhood Education and Care Program Fund, protections for abortions and gender affirming care, establishing clean energy fuel standards, authorizing retirees to return to work without suspension of benefits, and she sponsored bills requiring increased transparency in prescription drug costs as well as expanding police training requirements.
Pamelya Herndon is being challenged by Republican Marcie May. While there is confusing/mixed information available publicly on May’s priorities, she has stated she would repeal abortion rights in New Mexico and has shared dis/misinformation on immigration and border policy in candidate questionnaires and on social media, including “The Great Replacement,” which is a white nationalist far-right conspiracy theory. She also supports oil and gas producers, opposes environmental regulations, and has shared misinformation on the Green New Deal and elections/voting.
We highly recommend Pamelya Herndon for House District 28. As a dedicated public servant whose extensive legal background, advocacy for public safety, economic reform, and educational support make her the clear choice to continue representing New Mexico's House District 28.
Pamelya Herndon is running for re-election in the General Election for House District 28. She has held the position since 2021, and currently serves as Vice Chair of the House Health and Human Services Committee, and as a member of House Appropriations and Finance Committee.
Herndon is a well-known practicing attorney, licensed in NM and CO, and leads as President and CEO of The Women's Center for Social Justice and Change. Previously, she was the Executive Director of Southwest Women's Law Center, and has also served as Deputy Cabinet Secretary for New Mexico’s General Services Department, General Counsel for the NM State Regulation and Licensing Department of New Mexico, Attorney in the Litigation Division of the NM Attorney General, and Senior Litigation Attorney for the Internal Revenue Service. She also has extensive leadership/volunteer experience, including with the American Association of University Women - Albuquerque Chapter, and as a board member for Emerge New Mexico and the Con Alma Health Foundation. She studied at Howard University and earned her law degree from the University of Texas.
Herndon’s motivation to run for re-election to House District 28 comes from her commitment to public safety, education, and economic equality. She has been a vocal advocate for reducing crime in Albuquerque, as demonstrated by her legislative efforts to enact common sense gun regulations. Herndon supports the Second Amendment while advocating for responsible gun ownership, and was a sponsor of Bennie’s Bill. She champions economic policies aimed at reducing the tax burden on seniors and working families and supports education by promoting significant salary increases for New Mexico's teachers and expanding mental health services in schools. Her legislative track record includes voting for increasing the amount annually transferred to the Early Childhood Education and Care Program Fund, protections for abortions and gender affirming care, establishing clean energy fuel standards, authorizing retirees to return to work without suspension of benefits, and she sponsored bills requiring increased transparency in prescription drug costs as well as expanding police training requirements.
Pamelya Herndon is being challenged by Republican Marcie May. While there is confusing/mixed information available publicly on May’s priorities, she has stated she would repeal abortion rights in New Mexico and has shared dis/misinformation on immigration and border policy in candidate questionnaires and on social media, including “The Great Replacement,” which is a white nationalist far-right conspiracy theory. She also supports oil and gas producers, opposes environmental regulations, and has shared misinformation on the Green New Deal and elections/voting.
We highly recommend Pamelya Herndon for House District 28. As a dedicated public servant whose extensive legal background, advocacy for public safety, economic reform, and educational support make her the clear choice to continue representing New Mexico's House District 28.
Pamelya Herndon is running for re-election in the General Election for House District 28. She has held the position since 2021, and currently serves as Vice Chair of the House Health and Human Services Committee, and as a member of House Appropriations and Finance Committee.
Herndon is a well-known practicing attorney, licensed in NM and CO, and leads as President and CEO of The Women's Center for Social Justice and Change. Previously, she was the Executive Director of Southwest Women's Law Center, and has also served as Deputy Cabinet Secretary for New Mexico’s General Services Department, General Counsel for the NM State Regulation and Licensing Department of New Mexico, Attorney in the Litigation Division of the NM Attorney General, and Senior Litigation Attorney for the Internal Revenue Service. She also has extensive leadership/volunteer experience, including with the American Association of University Women - Albuquerque Chapter, and as a board member for Emerge New Mexico and the Con Alma Health Foundation. She studied at Howard University and earned her law degree from the University of Texas.
Herndon’s motivation to run for re-election to House District 28 comes from her commitment to public safety, education, and economic equality. She has been a vocal advocate for reducing crime in Albuquerque, as demonstrated by her legislative efforts to enact common sense gun regulations. Herndon supports the Second Amendment while advocating for responsible gun ownership, and was a sponsor of Bennie’s Bill. She champions economic policies aimed at reducing the tax burden on seniors and working families and supports education by promoting significant salary increases for New Mexico's teachers and expanding mental health services in schools. Her legislative track record includes voting for increasing the amount annually transferred to the Early Childhood Education and Care Program Fund, protections for abortions and gender affirming care, establishing clean energy fuel standards, authorizing retirees to return to work without suspension of benefits, and she sponsored bills requiring increased transparency in prescription drug costs as well as expanding police training requirements.
Pamelya Herndon is being challenged by Republican Marcie May. While there is confusing/mixed information available publicly on May’s priorities, she has stated she would repeal abortion rights in New Mexico and has shared dis/misinformation on immigration and border policy in candidate questionnaires and on social media, including “The Great Replacement,” which is a white nationalist far-right conspiracy theory. She also supports oil and gas producers, opposes environmental regulations, and has shared misinformation on the Green New Deal and elections/voting.
We highly recommend Pamelya Herndon for House District 28. As a dedicated public servant whose extensive legal background, advocacy for public safety, economic reform, and educational support make her the clear choice to continue representing New Mexico's House District 28.
Gabby Begay is running in the General Election for House District 39, which is currently held by Republican incumbent Luis Terrazas. Begay is an experienced public school teacher who is passionate about improving the state’s educational system. She is an Emerge graduate and currently serves on the NM Commission on the Status of Women as well as serving as President of the Cobre Consolidated School District Board of Education. Begay was chosen by her cohort peers as the 2024 NM Teach Plus Fellow of the Year, and is a past member of the union AFSCME and current member of the National Education Association. She is a lifelong resident of the district and also volunteers as a Little League coach.
Begay’s motivation to run for House District 39 comes from her experience as an educator and her upbringing in a working class family with a decades-long record of service in public education and the military. Her top priorities include investing in quality public education, modernizing classrooms and supporting students and teachers, increasing healthcare access and lowering drug and healthcare premium prices, and spurring better paying jobs in clean energy, film, and tourism alongside supporting small business owners in expanding, training, and hiring.
Other focus areas include improving access to healthcare in rural NM by supporting the 20/80 contribution formula and incentivizing health practitioners located in underserved areas. She also cares deeply about working to create a criminal justice system that is rehabilitative, addressing climate change by supporting a one mile setback for new development of oil, and fighting to protect access to abortion.
Begay is running against Republican incumbent Luis Terrazas. While there is limited information available publicly on Terrazas’ platform in this election, his track record includes voting against worker protections like paid sick leave and paid family medical lead, renewable energy, protecting abortion and healthcare access, and against prohibiting intimidation of elections officials and limiting guns at polling places. He also voted against requiring disclaimers on political advertising that uses AI-generated content, prohibiting intimidation against election officials, establishing clean energy standards, establishing a waiting period for firearm purchases, prohibiting discrimination on the basis of sex sexual orientation, or gender identity, and against the Voting Rights Act.
We highly recommend Gabby Begay for House District 39 based on her track record working in education, passion for increasing access to healthcare, and dedication to community involvement.
Gabby Begay is running in the General Election for House District 39, which is currently held by Republican incumbent Luis Terrazas. Begay is an experienced public school teacher who is passionate about improving the state’s educational system. She is an Emerge graduate and currently serves on the NM Commission on the Status of Women as well as serving as President of the Cobre Consolidated School District Board of Education. Begay was chosen by her cohort peers as the 2024 NM Teach Plus Fellow of the Year, and is a past member of the union AFSCME and current member of the National Education Association. She is a lifelong resident of the district and also volunteers as a Little League coach.
Begay’s motivation to run for House District 39 comes from her experience as an educator and her upbringing in a working class family with a decades-long record of service in public education and the military. Her top priorities include investing in quality public education, modernizing classrooms and supporting students and teachers, increasing healthcare access and lowering drug and healthcare premium prices, and spurring better paying jobs in clean energy, film, and tourism alongside supporting small business owners in expanding, training, and hiring.
Other focus areas include improving access to healthcare in rural NM by supporting the 20/80 contribution formula and incentivizing health practitioners located in underserved areas. She also cares deeply about working to create a criminal justice system that is rehabilitative, addressing climate change by supporting a one mile setback for new development of oil, and fighting to protect access to abortion.
Begay is running against Republican incumbent Luis Terrazas. While there is limited information available publicly on Terrazas’ platform in this election, his track record includes voting against worker protections like paid sick leave and paid family medical lead, renewable energy, protecting abortion and healthcare access, and against prohibiting intimidation of elections officials and limiting guns at polling places. He also voted against requiring disclaimers on political advertising that uses AI-generated content, prohibiting intimidation against election officials, establishing clean energy standards, establishing a waiting period for firearm purchases, prohibiting discrimination on the basis of sex sexual orientation, or gender identity, and against the Voting Rights Act.
We highly recommend Gabby Begay for House District 39 based on her track record working in education, passion for increasing access to healthcare, and dedication to community involvement.
Gabby Begay is running in the General Election for House District 39, which is currently held by Republican incumbent Luis Terrazas. Begay is an experienced public school teacher who is passionate about improving the state’s educational system. She is an Emerge graduate and currently serves on the NM Commission on the Status of Women as well as serving as President of the Cobre Consolidated School District Board of Education. Begay was chosen by her cohort peers as the 2024 NM Teach Plus Fellow of the Year, and is a past member of the union AFSCME and current member of the National Education Association. She is a lifelong resident of the district and also volunteers as a Little League coach.
Begay’s motivation to run for House District 39 comes from her experience as an educator and her upbringing in a working class family with a decades-long record of service in public education and the military. Her top priorities include investing in quality public education, modernizing classrooms and supporting students and teachers, increasing healthcare access and lowering drug and healthcare premium prices, and spurring better paying jobs in clean energy, film, and tourism alongside supporting small business owners in expanding, training, and hiring.
Other focus areas include improving access to healthcare in rural NM by supporting the 20/80 contribution formula and incentivizing health practitioners located in underserved areas. She also cares deeply about working to create a criminal justice system that is rehabilitative, addressing climate change by supporting a one mile setback for new development of oil, and fighting to protect access to abortion.
Begay is running against Republican incumbent Luis Terrazas. While there is limited information available publicly on Terrazas’ platform in this election, his track record includes voting against worker protections like paid sick leave and paid family medical lead, renewable energy, protecting abortion and healthcare access, and against prohibiting intimidation of elections officials and limiting guns at polling places. He also voted against requiring disclaimers on political advertising that uses AI-generated content, prohibiting intimidation against election officials, establishing clean energy standards, establishing a waiting period for firearm purchases, prohibiting discrimination on the basis of sex sexual orientation, or gender identity, and against the Voting Rights Act.
We highly recommend Gabby Begay for House District 39 based on her track record working in education, passion for increasing access to healthcare, and dedication to community involvement.
Sarah Silva is running for the open seat in the General Election for House District 53. This seat was previously held by Willie Madrid, who lost in the primary election to Dr. Jon Hill. Dr. Hill passed away unexpectedly shortly after the primary election but endorsed Silva before dying. She was unanimously selected to fill the seat in a field of three candidates.
Silva is a longtime community organizer, mother, and lifelong New Mexican. She is well known for her previous work in/around Las Cruces as the Executive Director of New Mexico Comunidades en Acción y de Fe (NM CAFe), where she successfully led efforts to raise the minimum wage, help to incorporate the City of Anthony in Doña Ana County, and seek designation of the Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks National Monument. She has also worked nationally with Faith in Action, a national network of faith-based organizations around the country. She has continued her community organizing as a professional trainer as well as coach for many organizations including the ACLU, New Mexico Doula Association, and National Indigenous Women's Resource Center.
Silva’s priorities include securing healthcare rights/access for all New Mexicans, including access to abortion care, ensuring public entities aren’t overrun by private equity firms, and fighting to secure our land and resources for future generations. She has also stated that she’ll be “one of the most progressive voices” in the legislature if elected.
Elizabeth “Liz” Winterrowd is challenging Sarah Silva for the open seat in House District 53. During Winterrowd’s bid for House District 53 in 2022, she signed the Abortion Free Pledge, which says “I pledge to defend life from conception to natural death…I am committed to ending all abortion and all assisted suicide in the State of New Mexico.” Winterrowd has also raised confusing claims on her campaign website, including that children are “engaging in life-changing, life-endangering abortion or transgender procedures without a parent’s knowledge or consent,” though it is not clear where she believes this is happening. Additionally, Winterrowd opposes worker protections like Paid Family Medical and raising the state minimum wage to $15/hr, and supports decreasing protections of air, land, and water in the state. She also received an AQ rating from the National Rifle Association (NRA), which is the highest rating someone can earn if they are not already in office.
We highly recommend Sarah Silva for House District 53 based on her past experience as a dedicated community organizer and her work to protect New Mexico’s working families.
Sarah Silva is running for the open seat in the General Election for House District 53. This seat was previously held by Willie Madrid, who lost in the primary election to Dr. Jon Hill. Dr. Hill passed away unexpectedly shortly after the primary election but endorsed Silva before dying. She was unanimously selected to fill the seat in a field of three candidates.
Silva is a longtime community organizer, mother, and lifelong New Mexican. She is well known for her previous work in/around Las Cruces as the Executive Director of New Mexico Comunidades en Acción y de Fe (NM CAFe), where she successfully led efforts to raise the minimum wage, help to incorporate the City of Anthony in Doña Ana County, and seek designation of the Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks National Monument. She has also worked nationally with Faith in Action, a national network of faith-based organizations around the country. She has continued her community organizing as a professional trainer as well as coach for many organizations including the ACLU, New Mexico Doula Association, and National Indigenous Women's Resource Center.
Silva’s priorities include securing healthcare rights/access for all New Mexicans, including access to abortion care, ensuring public entities aren’t overrun by private equity firms, and fighting to secure our land and resources for future generations. She has also stated that she’ll be “one of the most progressive voices” in the legislature if elected.
Elizabeth “Liz” Winterrowd is challenging Sarah Silva for the open seat in House District 53. During Winterrowd’s bid for House District 53 in 2022, she signed the Abortion Free Pledge, which says “I pledge to defend life from conception to natural death…I am committed to ending all abortion and all assisted suicide in the State of New Mexico.” Winterrowd has also raised confusing claims on her campaign website, including that children are “engaging in life-changing, life-endangering abortion or transgender procedures without a parent’s knowledge or consent,” though it is not clear where she believes this is happening. Additionally, Winterrowd opposes worker protections like Paid Family Medical and raising the state minimum wage to $15/hr, and supports decreasing protections of air, land, and water in the state. She also received an AQ rating from the National Rifle Association (NRA), which is the highest rating someone can earn if they are not already in office.
We highly recommend Sarah Silva for House District 53 based on her past experience as a dedicated community organizer and her work to protect New Mexico’s working families.
Sarah Silva is running for the open seat in the General Election for House District 53. This seat was previously held by Willie Madrid, who lost in the primary election to Dr. Jon Hill. Dr. Hill passed away unexpectedly shortly after the primary election but endorsed Silva before dying. She was unanimously selected to fill the seat in a field of three candidates.
Silva is a longtime community organizer, mother, and lifelong New Mexican. She is well known for her previous work in/around Las Cruces as the Executive Director of New Mexico Comunidades en Acción y de Fe (NM CAFe), where she successfully led efforts to raise the minimum wage, help to incorporate the City of Anthony in Doña Ana County, and seek designation of the Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks National Monument. She has also worked nationally with Faith in Action, a national network of faith-based organizations around the country. She has continued her community organizing as a professional trainer as well as coach for many organizations including the ACLU, New Mexico Doula Association, and National Indigenous Women's Resource Center.
Silva’s priorities include securing healthcare rights/access for all New Mexicans, including access to abortion care, ensuring public entities aren’t overrun by private equity firms, and fighting to secure our land and resources for future generations. She has also stated that she’ll be “one of the most progressive voices” in the legislature if elected.
Elizabeth “Liz” Winterrowd is challenging Sarah Silva for the open seat in House District 53. During Winterrowd’s bid for House District 53 in 2022, she signed the Abortion Free Pledge, which says “I pledge to defend life from conception to natural death…I am committed to ending all abortion and all assisted suicide in the State of New Mexico.” Winterrowd has also raised confusing claims on her campaign website, including that children are “engaging in life-changing, life-endangering abortion or transgender procedures without a parent’s knowledge or consent,” though it is not clear where she believes this is happening. Additionally, Winterrowd opposes worker protections like Paid Family Medical and raising the state minimum wage to $15/hr, and supports decreasing protections of air, land, and water in the state. She also received an AQ rating from the National Rifle Association (NRA), which is the highest rating someone can earn if they are not already in office.
We highly recommend Sarah Silva for House District 53 based on her past experience as a dedicated community organizer and her work to protect New Mexico’s working families.
Charlotte Little is running for re-election in the General Election for House District 68. She has held the position since 2023 and serves as a member of the House Commerce and Economic Development Committee, House Government, Elections, and Indian Affairs Committee, and the House Enrolling and Engrossing Committee.
Originally from San Felipe Pueblo, Little is a small business owner, and has also worked as Deputy Director for NAVA Education Project, Administrative Officer for the US Department of Health and Human Services, and as a Tribal Administrator for the Pueblo of San Felipe. Her volunteer and leadership experiences include serving as Vice-Chair of New Mexico Voices for Children, President of Emerge New Mexico, and Chair of the San Felipe Pueblo Health Board.
Little’s priorities include focusing on a Just Transition and creating thousands of jobs for NM workers in clean energy, eco-tourism, and the cannabis industry. She supports increased access to affordable healthcare and education, especially investing in and hiring qualified educators across the state. Additionally, Little supports addressing the root causes of crime, homelessness, and addiction, and addressing price gouging on everyday goods and services, including fuel, housing, and prescription drugs.
Little has sponsored bills requiring public colleges and universities to provide information on affirmative consent in orientation (HB151), requiring disclaimers on political advertising that uses AI-generated content (HB182), and requiring menstrual products in public schools (HB134). She has also voted in favor of bills enacting clean energy standards (HB41), paid family medical leave (SB3), prohibiting firearms at state drop boxes and polling places (SB5), establishing protections for abortion and gender affirming healthcare (SB13), and expanding accessible voting and elections via the Voting Rights Act (HB4).
We highly recommend Charlotte Little for re-election for House District 68 based on her record of protecting voting rights, dedication to taking action on climate change, and focus on ensuring all New Mexicans have access to healthcare.
Charlotte Little is running for re-election in the General Election for House District 68. She has held the position since 2023 and serves as a member of the House Commerce and Economic Development Committee, House Government, Elections, and Indian Affairs Committee, and the House Enrolling and Engrossing Committee.
Originally from San Felipe Pueblo, Little is a small business owner, and has also worked as Deputy Director for NAVA Education Project, Administrative Officer for the US Department of Health and Human Services, and as a Tribal Administrator for the Pueblo of San Felipe. Her volunteer and leadership experiences include serving as Vice-Chair of New Mexico Voices for Children, President of Emerge New Mexico, and Chair of the San Felipe Pueblo Health Board.
Little’s priorities include focusing on a Just Transition and creating thousands of jobs for NM workers in clean energy, eco-tourism, and the cannabis industry. She supports increased access to affordable healthcare and education, especially investing in and hiring qualified educators across the state. Additionally, Little supports addressing the root causes of crime, homelessness, and addiction, and addressing price gouging on everyday goods and services, including fuel, housing, and prescription drugs.
Little has sponsored bills requiring public colleges and universities to provide information on affirmative consent in orientation (HB151), requiring disclaimers on political advertising that uses AI-generated content (HB182), and requiring menstrual products in public schools (HB134). She has also voted in favor of bills enacting clean energy standards (HB41), paid family medical leave (SB3), prohibiting firearms at state drop boxes and polling places (SB5), establishing protections for abortion and gender affirming healthcare (SB13), and expanding accessible voting and elections via the Voting Rights Act (HB4).
We highly recommend Charlotte Little for re-election for House District 68 based on her record of protecting voting rights, dedication to taking action on climate change, and focus on ensuring all New Mexicans have access to healthcare.
Charlotte Little is running for re-election in the General Election for House District 68. She has held the position since 2023 and serves as a member of the House Commerce and Economic Development Committee, House Government, Elections, and Indian Affairs Committee, and the House Enrolling and Engrossing Committee.
Originally from San Felipe Pueblo, Little is a small business owner, and has also worked as Deputy Director for NAVA Education Project, Administrative Officer for the US Department of Health and Human Services, and as a Tribal Administrator for the Pueblo of San Felipe. Her volunteer and leadership experiences include serving as Vice-Chair of New Mexico Voices for Children, President of Emerge New Mexico, and Chair of the San Felipe Pueblo Health Board.
Little’s priorities include focusing on a Just Transition and creating thousands of jobs for NM workers in clean energy, eco-tourism, and the cannabis industry. She supports increased access to affordable healthcare and education, especially investing in and hiring qualified educators across the state. Additionally, Little supports addressing the root causes of crime, homelessness, and addiction, and addressing price gouging on everyday goods and services, including fuel, housing, and prescription drugs.
Little has sponsored bills requiring public colleges and universities to provide information on affirmative consent in orientation (HB151), requiring disclaimers on political advertising that uses AI-generated content (HB182), and requiring menstrual products in public schools (HB134). She has also voted in favor of bills enacting clean energy standards (HB41), paid family medical leave (SB3), prohibiting firearms at state drop boxes and polling places (SB5), establishing protections for abortion and gender affirming healthcare (SB13), and expanding accessible voting and elections via the Voting Rights Act (HB4).
We highly recommend Charlotte Little for re-election for House District 68 based on her record of protecting voting rights, dedication to taking action on climate change, and focus on ensuring all New Mexicans have access to healthcare.
