Candidate for New Mexico House of Representatives - District 23 in 2024 New Mexico General Election.
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Get StartedTo enhance public safety in New Mexico, a comprehensive approach is needed, combining community engagement, law enforcement collaboration, and proactive crime prevention strategies. Investing in community policing programs that foster positive relationships between law enforcement and residents can contribute to trust building and crime reduction. Simultaneously, addressing socio-economic disparities, providing mental health resources, and supporting education initiatives are crucial elements in creating a safer and more resilient environment for the people of New Mexico. Learn more
My number one priority is improving our economy. I’ll focus on creating jobs, pushing for skills training programs, support of small businesses and more to ensure our economy continues to create opportunities for families. I support common-sense economic policies that keep hard earned money in your pocket. I will work to ban companies from charging hidden or misleading “junk fees”, price gouging, and surprise billing. Learn more
Fighting inflation and lowering costs starts with making more stuff right here. There is no reason that the next generation of technology, from defense to clean energy to the microchips that power our phones, can’t be manufactured right here in New Mexico. Learn more
A Quality Education should be a right, and not a privilege. Increasing funding for schools to address resource disparities, especially in underserved areas, to facilitate smaller class sizes and better teacher-student ratios. Broadband should be available to all students regardless of their location. Additionally, investing in professional development for educators, implementing evidence-based curriculum enhancements, and fostering community engagement to collectively contribute to elevating the overall quality of education in the state. Learn more
A robust water policy for New Mexico should prioritize sustainable management practices to address the state’s water scarcity challenges. This includes promoting efficient irrigation methods, incentivizing water conservation in agriculture, and investing in modern infrastructure for water storage and distribution. Collaboration among stakeholders, incorporating indigenous water management knowledge, and implementing proactive measure to adapt to climate change are essential components for ensuring a resilient and equitable water future for New Mexico. Learn more
New Mexico is blessed with an abundance of energy producing natural resources. I believe in an all-of-the-above energy policy that includes fossil fuels and clean renewable energy. Responsible fossil fuel extraction leads to lower prices at the gas pump, provides good paying jobs, and is the largest single source of revenue for our state budget. This revenue funds vital state programs and helps to lower your taxes. Harnessing New Mexico’s Clean Renewable Energy provides us with additional energy, revenue, and high paying jobs while protecting the environment. Learn more
Improving healthcare in New Mexico requires a multifaceted strategy. First, expanding access to healthcare services, particularly in rural and underserved areas, would address disparities and ensure residents have timely access to medical care. Protecting women’s health and reproductive rights is critical. Additionally, investing in preventative care initiatives, mental health services, and healthcare workforce development can contribute to a more robust and equitable healthcare system in the state. I also advocate for increasing the reach of broadband to better telehealth support. Learn more
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