Primaries are coming up soon, so it’s time for EQNM to release our endorsements! To learn more about how we endorse our candidates, you can read this blog post. The bottom line is that we work to elect candidates who will stand up daily for queer and trans New Mexicans, without fail. We know that LGBTQ representation matters, but it isn’t enough—that's why we chose these candidates who have proven track records of being in the fight for LGBTQ liberation.
Our Equality Champions:
State Auditor: Zack Quintero
Attorney General: Brian Colón
State Representative District 19: Janelle Anyanonu
State Representative District 42: Kristina Ortez
State Representative District 46: Andrea Romero
Our Endorsed Candidates:
Bernalillo County Sheriff: John Allen
State Representative District 17: Darrell Deaguerro
State Representative District 26: Eleanor Chavez
State Representative District 38: Tara Jaramillo
State Representative District 39: Karen Whitlock
State Representative District 70: Anita Gonzales
State Treasurer: Heather Benavidez
State Representative District 41: Susan Hererra
With the Supreme Court set to undermine bodily autonomy this summer over the upcoming Roe v. Wade decision, it is more critical than ever that we elect these state and local leaders who will stand up for New Mexicans. We deserve to be in control of our own bodies, and we must protect our ability to make decisions about our bodies, our lives, and our destinies.
Additionally, with increasing attacks on trans young people across the nation, our state needs reliable champions and allies who will work to ensure trans New Mexicans are safe. Trans people deserve to live without fear of discrimination, and we believe these endorsements will join us in breaking down the barriers that limit trans folks’ ability to thrive.
In New Mexico, our values are those of affirmation, acceptance, justice, and liberation. We will be counting on these leaders to help us live those values in policy, every day.
Do you want to help us elect these candidates and champions who will join us in the fight for LGBTQ liberation? Click here to sign up for volunteering updates, or donate to our cause here.
And don’t forget that New Mexico now has same-day voter registration—here’s more info about how to register AND vote at the same time!
Let’s work together for a better future for queer and trans New Mexicans!
Monet Silva, Chair
EQNM Endorsement Committee
Not authorized by any candidate or candidate’s committee.