For Immediate Release

LAS CRUCES—Doña Ana County Clerk and candidate for Secretary of State Amanda López Askin is endorsed by elected officials and community members throughout New Mexico. 

“Amanda López Askin will protect our elections no matter what. She has the experience we need to ensure New Mexico’s elections remain safe and fair.” said endorser and former Congresswoman Xochitl Torres Small.  

New Mexico Senator Katy Duhigg said, “Amanda López Askin cares deeply about our right to vote. I trust her to protect democracy for every New Mexican.” 

“Amanda López Askin has been a tireless advocate for fair and secure elections. She’s ready to lead on day one as our next Secretary of State.” New Mexico State Representative Raymundo Lara said. 

“I am humbled by and grateful for the support I have been shown since announcing my campaign last month.” said Amanda López Askin. 

First Round List of Endorsers (in alphabetical order by last name): 

Representative Marianna Anaya

Las Cruces City Councilor Johana Bencomo

Doña Ana County Commissioner Susana Chaparro

Former APS School Board Chair Yolanda Cordova

Las Cruces City Councilor Becky Corran

Former Lieutenant Governor Diane Denish

Dr. Ammu Devasthali

Senator Katy Duhigg

Former Democratic Party of New Mexico Chair Marg Elliston

Las Cruces City Councilor Yvonne Flores

Representative Doreen Gallegos

Fort Sumner Mayor Louie Gallegos

Doña Ana County Commissioner Gloria Gameros

SFPS School Board Member Carmen Gonzales

Las Cruces City Councilor Becki Graham

Senator Carrie Hamblen

Mesilla Mayor Russell Hernandez 

Representative Raymundo Lara

Former Bernalillo County Democratic Party Chair Flora Lucero

Sunland Park Mayor Javier Perea

Doña Ana County Commissioner Shannon Reynolds

Doña Ana County Treasurer Marisol Richardson

Former Doña Ana County Treasurer Eric Rodriguez

Doña Ana County Commissioner Manuel Sanchez

Doña Ana County Commissioner Christopher Schaljo-Hernandez 

Representative Sara Silva

Senator Bill Soules

Senator Jeff Steinborn

Senator Mimi Stewart, President Pro Tempore

Former U.S. Representative Xochitl Torres Small

Former New Mexico Democratic Party Chair Jessica Velasquez

López Askin is a dedicated public servant with deep roots in New Mexico. She was raised in Las Cruces by a proud, hard-working single mom who relied on support programs to provide a stable life for her children. With the support of her community, hard work and determination, López Askin became a family and mental health therapist and dedicated herself to helping kids in foster care. When the opportunity came to serve Dona Aña County as county clerk, she leapt at the chance to continue serving the community that has given her so much. As county clerk, López Askin worked with Democrats and Republicans to ensure the integrity of our elections. 

As Secretary of State Amanda will bring her lived and professional experience to serve all New Mexicans by making sure our elections remain safe, secure, and fair, providing transparency in campaign finance, and supporting New Mexico’s businesses.