PRIORITY RACES
As Governor, Michelle Lujan Grisham has stood shoulder to shoulder with New Mexico's working families. She is a proven leader working people can count on. Governor Lujan Grisham has been a champion for workers, helping to create more good paying jobs, raise wages, expand access to affordable healthcare, invest in infrastructure, build better schools and grow our middle class economy. Workers support Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham because she:
IS PRO-WORKER, PRO-JOBS, AND PRO-MIDDLE CLASS
HAS A PROVEN RECORD OF GETTING THINGS DONE FOR THE HARD WORKING PEOPLE OF NEW MEXICO
WILL FIGHT TO PROTECT OUR DEMOCRACY
STANDS UP TO GREEDY CORPORATE SPECIAL INTERESTS
Extremist Mark Ronchetti has a dangerously radical agenda that will take New Mexico backwards. Prioritizing the wealthy and well-connected over working families, Ronchetti is funded by corporate special interests. He also aligns himself with conspiracy theorists and convicted criminals who were involved in the January 6th insurrection and the assault on American democracy. Workers oppose Mark Ronchetti because he:
IS ANTI-WORKER, PRO-CORPORATIONS, AND ONLY LOOKING OUT FOR THE ULTRA WEALTHY AND WELL CONNECTED
SUPPORTS TAX CUTS FOR THE RICH AND CUTS IN SERVICES FOR OUR MOST VULNERABLE
ASSOCIATES WITH CRIMINAL INSURRECTIONISTS WHO SOUGHT TO OVERTHROW OUR DEMOCRACY
WILL SIDE WITH GREEDY CORPORATIONS OVER WORKERS
Danny Bernal is the Mayor Pro-tem of Belen and the youngest member elected to the city council in the city’s history. A life-long New Mexican, in 2011 he was diagnosed with stage 4 cancer and was cured after treatment. Bernal attended the UNM-Valencia Campus and took history and political classes.
Protected and created energy jobs in the gas and solarthat industries
Proven leader as Mayor Pro Tem of the City of Belen
Rebuilt roads as a Belen City Council member and is committed to infrastructure investments
Tanya Mirabal Moya is a Republican teacher running to replace Republican Rep. Kelly Fajardo of Los Lunas who did not run for reelection. Moya has had a lifetime of personal financial mismanagement, filling for bankruptcy twice and possessing tens of thousands in credit card and consumer debts.
Supports initiatives to restrict access to Democracy by preventing many New Mexicans from exercising their right to vote
Backs private school voucher programs that undermine public schools
Accepts large campaign contributions from corporate PACs
Cynthia Borrego is a native New Mexican and former Albuquerque City Council President. Borrego's priorities for New Mexico include working to sustain a balanced budget, expanding mental health programs, advancing youth education programs, improving transportation and infrastructure, catalyzing economic development, and increasing government transparency.
Worked to expand and protect PERA’s $14 billion-dollar retirement fund as the Chair of New Mexico’s Public Employees Retirement Association Fund (PERA)
Spearheaded $1 million worth of investment in law enforcement, fire safety, roads, and parks in Albuquerque
Experienced New Mexican leader, including serving as a City Councilmember, City Planner, and Flood Control Authority board member in Albuquerque
Ellis McMath is a Republican, retired air traffic controller running for the open seat in HD-17. As a Concealed Carry Instructor, he supports potentially dangerous concealed carry laws that make our communities less safe and make it easier for criminals to get their hands on guns. McMath also rejected science-based pandemic response measures throughout the COVID pandemic.
Supports reducing investment in our woefully underfunded public schools by allowing private school vouchers
Supports cutting funding for public transportation at a time when families are struggling economically and need it the most
Accepts large campaign contributions from corporate PACs
DIXON
Incumbent House Representative Meredith Dixon is a mother, small business owner, and a proud Albuquerque resident that was elected in 2020. Dixon is trusted by her community to fight for the issues that matter most, including increasing access to health care and strengthening small businesses.
Brought strong leadership to the legislature that delivered nearly $1 billion in direct economic benefit to the state, including $300 million for infrastructure projects and $100 million for broadband expansion in New Mexico
Advocates for protecting public school funding, making college more affordable, and creating a system that rewards high-quality educators
Supported efforts to lower the cost of prescription drugs and to help our first responders
SALAZAR
Republican Robert Salazar is an electrical engineer and engineering consultant. Salazar has not held public office nor served on any local boards for community organizations. With little relevant experience, it's hard to understand why Salazar should represent Albuquerque residents.
Supports eliminating crucial funding for cities and local programs
Wants to use politics to radically restrict New Mexico's education curriculum, including banning books and preventing New Mexico students from learning about many areas of history
Backs private school voucher programs that undermine public schools
Democratic incumbent Pamelya Herndon is the CEO of the KWH Law Center for Social Justice and Change. As a lifelong public servant, Pamelya has worked tirelessly to fight for women and families while employing her legal knowledge to bring about tangible change for all New Mexicans.
Prioritizes fighting for good-paying jobs and a thriving economy for working-class New Mexicans
Committed to improving conditions for teachers and students, including spearheading legislative efforts to keep guns out of the hands of children and away from schools
Protected renters facing homelessness as pandemic eviction moratoria came to an end
CHAVEZ
Republican Nicole Chavez founded a non-profit that was supposed to help families of crime victims, but instead was found to be running illegally and has had its non-profit status revoked by the State.
Operated her non-profit organizations illegally and the State revoked its non-profit status and it is legally "no longer in good standing"
Refuses to provide any plans or policy positions on where she stands on crime, jobs, or the economy
Accepts large campaign contributions from corporate PACs
Joy Garratt is the incumbent HD 29 Representative and an education expert who taught for nearly three decades. Garratt brings her expertise to the legislature, serving on New Mexico’s House Education Committee and Legislative Education Study Committee. As a representative, she has helped New Mexico's students, parents, and teachers navigate the COVID-19 pandemic.
Eased taxes on working-class families by helping pass exemptions for those making under $100,000 as well as for military retirees
Helped establish New Mexico’s Early Childhood Education Care Department to help ensure every child has access to quality, innovative education
Supported a historic commitment to community programs and behavioral health resources for law enforcement
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Republican Greg Cunningham received an AQ Rating by the National Rifle Association - the highest score one can get without having a voting record. Cunningham supports eliminating crucial funding for cities and local programs.
Lied in an Albuquerque Journal interview, stating that he’d never been the subject of a state tax lien. However, records indicate that tax liens were filed against him in 2012
Strongly against additional funding for public Pre-K programs
Opposes legislation limiting greenhouse gas emissions to prevent climate change
Incumbent Natalie Figueroa NEED MORE. Figueroa is running for re-election to bring new jobs to New Mexico by supporting job-creating industries and apprenticeship programs. Natalie supports expanding access to health care and will take bold steps to safeguard vulnerable communities from gun violence and a changing climate.
Committed to investing in our local economy by demanding fair wages, expanding apprenticeship programs, and requiring out of state
Fighting to hold health insurance companies accountable, expand access to health care coverage, and adequately fund Medicaid
Prioritizes the expansion of early childhood education, smaller class sizes, and greater investments in teachers
JOHNSON
Republican Kurstin Johnson is a self described "life-long conservative" and real estate agent. Johnson was President of the Albuquerque Metropolitan Board of Realtors.
States that she will allow New Mexicans to run their businesses and use their land and property without government interference
Advocates for education policies that undermine teachers and my take money from public schools
Accepts large campaign contributions from corporate PACs
As an incumbent State Representative, Nathan Small has made significant investments for New Mexico’s future through numerous environmental conservation efforts. Small is running for re-election to continue these efforts and to create economic opportunities, increase transparency in government, and improve health care access for all.
Advocated for NM families by fighting to expand child tax credits and by passing rebates to help working families
Brought millions of dollars in infrastructure spending to southern New Mexico
Devoted to boosting New Mexico’s education system by prioritizing teaching over testing and fought to invest and additional $500 million in public education
Republican Kimberly Skaggs is a partisan political operative, not a public servant. She serves as Executive Director for the Republican Party of New Mexico and Chairwoman of the Republican Party of Dona Ana County.
Accused of using a shell company to funnel $100,000 in campaign contributions in a special congressional election for candidate Mark Moores
Opposes requiring employers to provide Paid Sick Leave and Paid Time Off
Opposes the legislature raising the minimum wage, and sees any regulation of New Mexico’s water, air, and land as unimportant
Tara Jaramillo is an entrepreneur and businesswoman who is a speech and language pathologist. Jaramillo was born and raised in Socorro county and as such she has deep roots in the community and has been a lifelong advocate for rural New Mexicans.
Created jobs and served our communities as a small business owner and entrepreneur
Committed to fighting for fully funded public schools, especially those that serve rural and at-risk students
HAMMACK
Sandy Hammack is Socorro County Republican Party Chair with a history of ethical misdeeds. Hammack has refused to pay property taxes many times, now she wants to manage our taxpayer money?
Supports radical anti-worker policies that undermine workers’ rights and job security
Opposed science-backed pandemic response measures
Wants to use politics to radically restrict New Mexico's education curriculum, including banning books and preventing New Mexico students from learning about many areas of history
Former Representative Rodolpho "Rudy" Martinez was born and raised in Southern New Mexico and currently lives in Silver City. He is a Vietnam veteran and employed at Chino Mines for over 30 years. Martinez is also a licensed journeyman and member of IBEW local 611.
Voted to close tax loopholes that gave out-of-state corporations unfair advantages over local businesses
Supported investments in infrastructure, work training programs, and small business loans
Fought to hold health insurance companies accountable for providing fair, comprehensive, and affordable care
Incumbent Republican Luis Terrazas has not represented our values in the state house, repeatedly voting against New Mexico families' priorities.
Voted against holding a NM state agency accountable for setting prevailing wage rates for public employees annually
Rejected a bill that would help healthcare workers advocate for fair wages
Voted against ensuring that New Mexicans with disabilities rightly receive at least the minimum wage for their work
Kathleen Cates has spent her career in non-profit advocacy advancing the rights of women, children, and the disabled. A resident of the Albuquerque/Rio Rancho area for 25 years, Kathleen brings a proven track record in small business and leadership as the director of two non-profit organizations.
Committed to securing New Mexico’s clean water sources and protecting the environment while strengthening the economy
Proposed reforms to take on New Mexico’s housing crisis and provide access to safe, affordable housing while promoting homeownership opportunities for first time home buyers
POWDRELL-CULBERT
Republican Jane Powdrell-Culbert is one of the longest serving members of the state house, serving since 2002. A career politician, she has repeatedly put her donors ahead of New Mexico families.
Voted against a bill that would hold a NM state agency accountable for setting prevailing wage rates
Opposes increased funding for early childhood services and K-12 education
Accepts large campaign contributions from corporate PACs including from the tobacco and defense industries
Democrat Charlotte Little has served her community as a small business owner, a Tribal Administrator, and an administrative officer for the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. She is the CEO at Little Strategies and Vice Chair of the New Mexico Voices for Children board. Raised in San Felipe Pueblo, Charlotte is the daughter of a nurse and welder.
Dedicated to creating thousands of new jobs in clean industries and is committed to lowering the cost of living for families across New Mexico.
Education champion working to ensure the best teachers are hired to instruct the next generation
Advocate for accessible, quality health care for all
Republican Robert Moss is a DWI attorney that was charged with a DWI first offense and unsafe lane change in 2010. Moss believes that government should play a limited role in regulating business.
Supports reforms which would reduce crucial funding for local cities and programs
Against New Mexico's Opportunity Scholarship
Accepts large campaign contributions from corporate PACs