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Pre-Primary Is Now Virtual

  February 2nd, 2024 Dear New Mexico Democrats, We hope this message finds you well. We want to inform you of a change regarding the 2024 DPNM Pre-Primary event. Initially planned to take place in the Mescalero Apache Nation, at the Inn of the Mountain Gods, the event...

Electing Ward Delegates

Wards to Elect Delegates Soon Before the County Pre-Primary and State Democratic Convention, wards will elect 106 delegates. Members of the State Central Committee are automatic delegates. The county convention will be Sunday, Feb. 25, at 1 p.m., at HQ at 1420...

Important: Pre-Primary Ward Meetings

Democratic Party of Santa Fe County  1A: Thursday, Feb. 15, 6 p.m., Abedon Lopez Center 1B: Saturday, Feb. 10, 10 a.m,1420 Cerrillos Rd. 1C: Saturday, Feb.10, 10 a.m., 1420 Cerrillos Rd. 1D: Saturday, Feb.10, 1 p.m.,1420 Cerrillos Rd. 2A: Sunday, Feb. 18, 1 p.m., 1420...

2024 Legislative Priorities

Gun Safety Rep. Andrea Romero (Dist. 46) plans to introduce a bill that would regulate the sale of semi-automatic rifles holding more than 10 cartridges, like a proposed federal proposal introduced by Sen. Martin Henrich (D-NM) and Angus King (Ind-ME). The governor...

Online Nominations Are Now Available

Go Online Now to Nominate Candidates Candidates for Congress, the Legislature, and the district attorney need you to sign nominating petitions so they can get on the ballot on June 4. You can sign up online. The deadline is Feb. 6 for the U.S. Senate and House of...

Gimme Shelter

Find your joy helping needy pets By Katherine Heerbrandt People who have an affinity for animals and want to make a difference in their lives can serve in a variety of volunteer roles at the Santa Fe Animal Shelter and Humane Society. Several dedicated animal-loving...

Words of Wisdom for 2024

Stay Focused America, by Carol Young, Vice Chair, Ward 3C “Democracy is fragile. You have to fight for every bit, every law, every safeguard, every institution, every story. You must know how dangerous it is to suffer even the tiniest cut. This is why I say to us all:...

DO YOU HAVE A PLAN TO VOTE?

o› County Clerk Katharine Clark defines early voting as “on-time voting” and election day voting as “last minute” – and hopes at least one-quarter of registered voters turn out. With early voting underway until Nov. 3, county residents have council, commission, school...

Dr. Gary K. King Biography

Biography of Dr. Gary K. King             Dr. Gary King is currently the Chair of the Board of Directors of the New Mexico Children’s Foundation – founded by First Lady Alice King.  He also serves on the boards of Rio Grande Valley CASA and New Space New Mexico. He...

TAKE ACTION. RESIST. MAKE YOUR VOICE HEARD.

Take Action: Ways to Get Involved  Looking to make a difference in your community and beyond? Whether you have 10 minutes or want to commit long-term, there are meaningful ways to get involved. Note: not all activities listed below are live at all times. Blue...

Resilient Communities and Clean Energy SB48

Governor Lujan Grisham Signs Historic Investments in Resilient Communities and Clean Energy in SB48 into Law  Statewide coalition celebrates Senate Bill 48’s direct investments in local projects that create jobs, support families, and strengthen the communities most...

2025 STATEMENT of CANDIDACY for Officer or State Central Committee

SANTA FE COUNTY OFFICERS Chair Henry Roybal  Male/Man I am running for re-election as chair of the Democratic Party to keep up the momentum to elect Democrats in the mid-terms in 2026. One of my goals is to increase outreach to families so that we can get more people...

Katharine Clark on Trump’s Executive Order

Katharine Clark Statement On Executive Order Earlier this week, President Trump issued an Executive Order that threatens how we vote here in New Mexico. This sweeping order would force voters to submit limited federal documents to register perhaps blocking online...