Candidate for New Mexico State Senate - District 23 in 2024 New Mexico Primary Election.
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Get StartedCrime is wreaking havoc across our communities.We are seeing stores being looted, homelessness that leads to destruction, and civil unrest that impacts communities deeply.We must back law enforcement and empower communities to fight rising crime rates. Learn more
Our servicemen and veterans deserve unwavering support. I’ll fight for increased military pay, base security, and resources for veterans’ health and recovery. As someone who’s served, I understand the importance of defending those who protect us every day. For the Veterans of New Mexico, I will be an advocate to make sure that they are given the resources to recover from active-duty disabilities mental or physical. A great way to do this is by adding resources to our VA hospitals in New Mexico, and increasing the number of clinics that specialize in issues close to Veterans. Learn more
New Mexico boasts abundant natural resources for energy production. We should responsibly harness our oil, natural gas, coal, and uranium to move towards energy independence, creating jobs while ensuring environmental responsibility. We must empower our communities that decide to pursue energy sources that will grow well paying jobs for New Mexico. Learn more
Protecting Native Land Respecting and supporting our native communities is non-negotiable. Engaging in meaningful dialogues and advocating for policies benefiting these communities is essential. Access to education, safety, clean water, and sovereignty protections must be ensured for all tribes. Learn more
China poses an immense threat, infiltrating our technology and industries. We must invest in our technological independence, reduce reliance on Chinese manufacturing, and protect our borders from foreign influence. Preventing foreign entities, especially China, from building infrastructure within our borders is vital. Learn more
We’re witnessing an unprecedented surge of illegal immigration, reaching a staggering 302,000 encounters at our southern border. This influx doesn’t just threaten our borders; it floods us with dangerous drugs, with fentanyl crossings increasing by 164% from 2020 to 2022. We must deter future illegal border crossings through all means necessary including stiffer penalties for captured cartel members, illegal crossings and more security in general along the southern border. Learn more
Our state’s economic health relies on our transportation infrastructure. Strengthening our highways, railways, and airports is crucial to maintain our role as a transportation hub. This infrastructure investment fuels job growth and sustains commerce vital to our communities.We must never allow our status as a transportation hub to dwindle so this means we must fight for our fair share of funding so that our roads stay maintained and traffic through the state never stops. Learn more
Our jobs sustain our families, so we must safeguard them. Let’s adopt a pro-New Mexico approach by attracting and retaining businesses through tax cuts, deregulation, and pro-growth policies. This ensures our children can thrive here and retire in our beautiful state without seeking opportunities elsewhere. Learn more
Inflation is hitting our families hard, driving up the cost of living and eroding our savings. Washington’s unchecked spending plays a significant role in this economic strain. We need responsible fiscal policies to rein in excessive government spending, which fuels inflation. I will advocate for budgetary discipline and prudent financial management to alleviate the burden on New Mexican households. Learn more
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