The New Mexico Democratic Party

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We believe that every person matters. We envision a New Mexico in which every person is treated with respect and every person has what it takes to live a life of dignity—secure, decent-paying jobs; a just economic system; not-for-profit universal healthcare; high quality public schools; a safe, healthy environment where the unmatched beauty of our land is preserved for future generations.

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ICYMI · The Latest | 3/18/19

ICYMI: Same-day and automatic voter registration a win for democracy

My View by Marg Elliston I’m no stranger to the Roundhouse. For many years I’ve made the trip — sometimes through rain and snow, from my home in Corrales to Santa Fe. I’ve seen the building and...

ICYMI: Same-day and automatic voter registration a win for democracy

NM Dems on End of Session

Today is the last day of the 2019 New Mexico legislative session and Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham’s first session as our chief executive. In celebration, Marg Elliston, Chair of the Democratic Party of New Mexico, released this statement: “Transformative—that’s how you describe this session. From investments...

NM Dems on End of Session

NM Dems on Abortion Decriminalization

Tonight, the New Mexico Senate voted down House Bill 51, which would have overturned New Mexico’s unconstitutional and unenforceable ban on abortion. Marg Elliston, Chair of the Democratic Party of New Mexico, released this response: “Tonight, I am disappointed, but not discouraged. We missed an opportunity...

NM Dems on Abortion Decriminalization

NM Dems on Energy Transition Act

Today, the New Mexico House passed Senate Bill 489, the Energy Transition Act, which mandates 100% carbon-free energy by 2045 for investor-owned utilities. Marg Elliston, Chair of the Democratic Party of New Mexico, released this statement: “The clean energy revolution is in full swing...

NM Dems on Energy Transition Act

NM Dems on Final Passage of Universal Background Checks

On Monday night, the New Mexico House passed Senate Bill 8, which requires universal background checks for firearm sales. The Senate previously passed this bill and Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham intends to sign it. Marg Elliston, Chair of the Democratic Party of New Mexico, released this statement:

NM Dems on Final Passage of Universal Background Checks

NM Dems on Cohen Testimony

“During today’s testimony, Michael Cohen presented compelling evidence that Donald Trump committed multiple felonies and revealed Trump knew about the active conspiracy to steal emails from the DNC in order to further his presidential campaign. We haven’t yet grasped the full depth of Trump and his associates’...

NM Dems on Cohen Testimony

NM Dems on Bills Expanding Democracy

Last night, the New Mexico House passed HB 84, a bill that would enact automatic voter registration at the MVD and elsewhere, and HB 86, a bill that would allow voter registration until and on Election Day. Marg Elliston, Chair of the Democratic Party of New Mexico,...

NM Dems on Bills Expanding Democracy

NM Dems on Early Childhood Moonshot

Tonight, the New Mexico House passed a bill to amend the state constitution in order to expand early childhood education. Marg Elliston, Chair of the Democratic Party of New Mexico, released this statement: “Throughout my career working for quality early childhood education, it was painful to...

NM Dems on Early Childhood Moonshot

NM Dems on Minimum Wage Bill

Last night, the New Mexico House passed a bill to raise the minimum wage from the federal minimum of $7.25 to $12 per hour by 2021. Marg Elliston, Chair of the Democratic Party of New Mexico, released this statement: “It’s high time New Mexico working families...

NM Dems on Minimum Wage Bill

ICYMI: Same-day and automatic voter registration a win for democracy

My View by Marg Elliston I’m no...

ICYMI: Same-day and automatic voter registration a win for democracy

NM Dems on End of Session

Today is the last day of the 2019 New Mexico legislative session and Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham’s...

NM Dems on End of Session

NM Dems on Abortion Decriminalization

Tonight, the New Mexico Senate voted down House Bill 51, which would have overturned New Mexico’s unconstitutional...

NM Dems on Abortion Decriminalization

NM Dems on Energy Transition Act

Today, the New Mexico House passed Senate Bill 489, the Energy Transition Act, which mandates 100% carbon-free...

NM Dems on Energy Transition Act

NM Dems on Final Passage of Universal Background Checks

On Monday night, the New Mexico House passed Senate Bill 8, which requires universal background checks for...

NM Dems on Final Passage of Universal Background Checks

NM Dems on Cohen Testimony

“During today’s testimony, Michael Cohen presented compelling evidence that Donald Trump committed multiple felonies and revealed Trump...

NM Dems on Cohen Testimony

NM Dems on Bills Expanding Democracy

Last night, the New Mexico House passed HB 84, a bill that would enact automatic voter registration...

NM Dems on Bills Expanding Democracy

NM Dems on Early Childhood Moonshot

Tonight, the New Mexico House passed a bill to amend the state constitution in order to expand...

NM Dems on Early Childhood Moonshot

NM Dems on Minimum Wage Bill

Last night, the New Mexico House passed a bill to raise the minimum wage from the federal...

NM Dems on Minimum Wage Bill

NM Dems on Lujan Grisham Reversing Medicaid Restrictions

Yesterday, Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham announced that she would cancel planned restrictions on Medicaid benefits proposed by...

NM Dems on Lujan Grisham Reversing Medicaid Restrictions

Yesterday, Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham announced that she would cancel planned restrictions on Medicaid benefits proposed by former Governor Susana Martinez. Marg Elliston, Chair of the Democratic Party of New Mexico, released this statement: “I applaud Governor Lujan Grisham’s move to end her predecessor’s plan to...

NM Dems on Trump Visit

In response to Donald Trump’s visit to El Paso, TX, which is adjacent to New Mexico’s border...

NM Dems on Trump Visit

In response to Donald Trump’s visit to El Paso, TX, which is adjacent to New Mexico’s border communities, Marg Elliston, Chair of the Democratic Party of New Mexico, released this statement: “Like the forcible family separation policy and his extreme restrictions on immigration and asylum, Donald...

Chair Elliston on Governor Lujan Grisham Ending PARCC Tests

Today, Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham issued an executive order directing the New Mexico Public Education Department to end use...

Chair Elliston on Governor Lujan Grisham Ending PARCC Tests

Today, Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham issued an executive order directing the New Mexico Public Education Department to end use of the Partnership for Assessment of Readiness for College and Careers standardized test, commonly known as PARCC. Marg Elliston, Chair of the Democratic Party of New Mexico, praised the action:

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He’s back — State Engineer John D’Antonio is gearing up to protect our natural resources! #nmpol https://t.co/DN4cLhhMNV

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It’s hard to overestimate the tremendous amount of progress that was made in our state over the last sixty days — i… https://t.co/i3bn4IzRMh

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When we underfund mental health services, we aren’t just depriving New Mexicans of the help they need — we are maki… https://t.co/jVNKFWcVw4

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RT @NMSOSMaggie: Making voting easier and more accessible will indeed help more people vote and ensure our government reflects the d… https://t.co/SgFttd7ZAR

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RT @LtGovMorales: That's it! The 2019 NM Legislature has adjourned. Working closely w/ @GovMLG, it has been one of the most productiv… https://t.co/51DFJRGUOJ

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News, Events, & Updates

ICYMI · The Latest | 3/18/19

ICYMI: Same-day and automatic voter registration a win for democracy

ICYMI · The Latest | 3/18/19

ICYMI: Same-day and automatic voter registration a win for democracy

Press Releases · The Latest | 3/16/19

NM Dems on End of Session

Press Releases · The Latest | 3/16/19

NM Dems on End of Session

Press Releases | 3/14/19

NM Dems on Abortion Decriminalization

Press Releases | 3/14/19

NM Dems on Abortion Decriminalization

The Latest | 3/12/19

NM Dems on Energy Transition Act

The Latest | 3/12/19

NM Dems on Energy Transition Act

Press Releases | 3/5/19

NM Dems on Final Passage of Universal Background Checks

Press Releases | 3/5/19

NM Dems on Final Passage of Universal Background Checks

Press Releases | 2/27/19

NM Dems on Cohen Testimony

Press Releases | 2/27/19

NM Dems on Cohen Testimony

Press Releases · The Latest | 2/20/19

NM Dems on Bills Expanding Democracy

Press Releases · The Latest | 2/20/19

NM Dems on Bills Expanding Democracy

Press Releases | 2/16/19

NM Dems on Early Childhood Moonshot

Press Releases | 2/16/19

NM Dems on Early Childhood Moonshot

Press Releases | 2/14/19

NM Dems on Minimum Wage Bill

Press Releases | 2/14/19

NM Dems on Minimum Wage Bill

ICYMI · The Latest | 3/18/19

ICYMI: Same-day and automatic voter registration a win for democracy

ICYMI · The Latest | 3/18/19

ICYMI: Same-day and automatic voter registration a win for democracy

Press Releases · The Latest | 3/16/19

NM Dems on End of Session

Press Releases · The Latest | 3/16/19

NM Dems on End of Session

Press Releases | 3/14/19

NM Dems on Abortion Decriminalization

Press Releases | 3/14/19

NM Dems on Abortion Decriminalization

The Latest | 3/12/19

NM Dems on Energy Transition Act

The Latest | 3/12/19

NM Dems on Energy Transition Act

Press Releases | 3/5/19

NM Dems on Final Passage of Universal Background Checks

Press Releases | 3/5/19

NM Dems on Final Passage of Universal Background Checks

Press Releases | 2/27/19

NM Dems on Cohen Testimony

Press Releases | 2/27/19

NM Dems on Cohen Testimony

Press Releases · The Latest | 2/20/19

NM Dems on Bills Expanding Democracy

Press Releases · The Latest | 2/20/19

NM Dems on Bills Expanding Democracy

Press Releases | 2/16/19

NM Dems on Early Childhood Moonshot

Press Releases | 2/16/19

NM Dems on Early Childhood Moonshot

Press Releases | 2/14/19

NM Dems on Minimum Wage Bill

Press Releases | 2/14/19

NM Dems on Minimum Wage Bill

The Latest | 2/14/19

NM Dems on Lujan Grisham Reversing Medicaid Restrictions

The Latest | 2/14/19

NM Dems on Lujan Grisham Reversing Medicaid Restrictions