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Deb Haaland Seeks Historic New Mexico Governorship as Democrats Face Test
Haaland would expand childcare and safety-net programs, while Hull wants to phase out the state income tax to boost growth.
- Democratic gubernatorial nominee Deb Haaland faces Republican Gregg Hull in New Mexico's race for governor. If elected, Haaland would make history as the first Native American woman to lead a state.
- New Mexico faces persistent poverty and crime despite record oil revenues, fueling campaign debate. Haaland proposes expanding safety nets, while Hull argues the state is "primed for a shift" and promises to eliminate state income taxes.
- Leveraging a nearly $20 million campaign fund, Haaland secured endorsements from President Barack Obama and Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg. Hull emphasizes his record leading Rio Rancho through fast economic growth.
- Voters like journeyman plumber Alfred Lujan value Haaland's personal history, though others demand she fulfill promises. Rodriguez questions how Hull's tax plan would replace lost income, criticizing Democrats for "mismanaged" state problems.
- The party recently named New Mexico an early state for its next presidential primary, ensuring more visits from White House hopefuls. Democrats have controlled the state legislature for nearly a century, making a potential loss embarrassing.
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In New Mexico governor’s race, Deb Haaland’s historic bid tests Democrats’ political hold
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — If Deb Haaland wins New Mexico’s race for governor this year, she’ll make history as the first Native American woman to lead a state. But first she has to convince New Mexicans that they should keep Democrats in charge. The state persistently ranks near the bottom nationally on poverty, crime and...
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In New Mexico governor’s race, Deb Haaland’s historic bid tests Democrats' political hold
If Deb Haaland wins New Mexico’s race for governor, she’ll make history as the first Native American woman to lead a state.
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