Endorsements
Individual Endorsements
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Robert A. Anaya
Santa Fe County Commissioner
I proudly endorse Congressman Heinrich to be our next United States Senator from the great state of New Mexico. Martin will represent the best interests of all New Mexicans rural and urban and will stand firm in his resolve to protect and uphold the cultures and traditions of our land of enchantment.
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Antonio "Moe" Maestas
State Representative
Now, more than ever, we need a thoughtful, courageous leader who will fight for working families. Martin will fight to rebuild our economy, create jobs and protect Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid from any cuts. He will move New Mexico forward. Martin is a tough and tested candidate who will lead us to victory in November.
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Patricia Madrid
Fmr. New Mexico Attorney General
As a proud New Mexican, whose family has lived in this state for generations, I know that Martin shares my values of hard work, compassion, and equality. From protecting our treasured public lands to helping small businesses become leaders in innovation, Martin has shown what he can do in Congress. If elected to the Senate, his leadership and influence would have an even greater impact on the future of New Mexico.
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Jose Campos
Fmr. State Representative & Fmr. Santa Rosa Mayor
Martin understands that right now, no issue is more important than putting people back to work. As a leading advocate for our clean energy economy, Martin is fighting to bring jobs to a new generation of New Mexicans and has secured funding for small businesses, schools and infrastructure in order to create jobs here at home. I'm proud to support someone who genuinely cares about people, our values and our future. Martin is a hard worker, honest and a fighter for New Mexicans. Clearly he's the best choice for U.S. Senator.
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Clara Apodaca
Las Cruces native and former First Lady of New Mexico
It is with pride that I endorse Martin Heinrich for the United States Senate because he is putting New Mexicans back to work. Martin understands the unique cultural heritage that we celebrate here in New Mexico and will fight for all citizens while in the U.S. Senate.
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Art De La Cruz
Bernalillo Commissioner
I'm proud to endorse Martin Heinrich for Senate because he is a man of his word. Martin not only talks about helping people but he actually does. In Congress Martin fought hard for Albuquerque's South Valley and as a result helped to reduce flood insurance for more than 1,000 families. That's the type of leadership that New Mexico deserves.
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Dede Feldman
State Senator
I’m endorsing Martin because he has never run away from what he believes in when it comes to putting New Mexico’s families ahead of big insurance company profits.
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LaDonna Harris
Martin Heinrich represents my values, and has proven to be a true advocate for Native Americans in Congress. When he is elected United States Senator, I know he will advocate for the issues that are important to me as a Comanche, a woman, a New Mexican, a progressive Democrat and a life-long human rights activist. I am proud to endorse Martin Heinrich’s campaign for the U.S. Senate.
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Fred Mondragon
I strongly support Martin Heinrich in his race for Senate. As an engineer, he understands the vital role that science and technology will play in New Mexico's long term economic future. Martin has fought to maintain funding for our bases and national labs and that's the kind of leader New Mexico needs on our side.
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J. Paul Taylor
Fmr. Representative
I support Martin because he advocates for better health care, education and jobs for New Mexico. He will work hard for New Mexico's communities, families and future generations.
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Joe Calderon
Hobbs City Commissioner
I'm endorsing Martin because he sticks to the issues and fights for our values.
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Rey Garduno
ABQ City Councilor
I'm endorsing Martin because he has worked tirelessly to bring new jobs and economic investment to Bernalillo County and it's paying off.
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Pat Davis
Fmr. Candidate for Sheriff; LGBT Activist
Martin has been my City Councilor, my Representative and I want him to be my Senator! Martin is a straight-shooter. He is honest about his positions, has cast tough votes and fights for what matters most to me and my neighbors. I know that in the Senate, Martin will continue to be the voice our community needs to secure New Mexico’s future.
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Tim Keller
State Senator
Martin has always put the interests of his constituents first. As city councilor for the International District, he understood our diverse challenges and fought for change. As our Congressman, Martin saved thousands of jobs in my community at Kirtland Airforce Base. I look forward to what he can do to help all of New Mexico as our next Senator.
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Cisco McSorley
State Senator
I'm endorsing Martin because he has the vision for rebuilding our economy by embracing the clean energy technologies that are putting New Mexicans back to work.
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Joni Guiterrez
State Representative
Martin has shown real leadership on the issues that matter most to Mesilla Valley families, farmers, and those that live and work in our communities in southern New Mexico. That's why I strongly support Martin for Senate.
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David Coss
Santa Fe Mayor
In these tough times we need proven problem solvers to work on reviving our economy. I support Martin Heinrich because he's taken on the tough challenges and been successful.
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Mary Ann Armijo
Fmr. Gallup City Councilor
As a longtime Democratic activist I'm supporting Martin because he's a proven winner who's willing to stand up for what he believes. That's the kind of person New Mexico needs on our side in the Senate.
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Joe Maestas
Fmr. Mayor of Española
As a former Mayor and President of the New Mexico Municipal League Board of Directors, I’m endorsing Martin because I truly believe that he is the best candidate to fight for the issues that matter most to us in communities throughout New Mexico.
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Debbie O'Malley
ABQ City Councilor
Martin and I share a strong commitment to public service. As long as I've known Martin he's stood up for open and honest government and I know he will continue to do the same in the United States Senate.
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Bob Rosebrough
Fmr. Mayor of Gallup
Martin’s leadership has had a direct impact for Gallup and McKinley County families including his successful fight to re-authorize the Indian Health Care Improvement Act. That’s what we need more of in the Senate and it’s why I strongly endorse Martin for Senate.
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Bill O'Neill
State Representative
When I think of Martin Heinrich, I think of his deep commitment to constituent service. I enthusiastically endorse Martin for Senate.
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Gill Sorg
Las Cruces City Councilor
We hear every day about what's going wrong in this country, but we rarely talk about what's going right. Martin Heinrich has been right for New Mexico and we need him in the Senate. I'm supporting Martin because he has proven leadership ability and is willing to roll up his sleeves to tackle the hard work we have ahead of us creating jobs in a clean energy economy.
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Maggie Hart Stebbins
Bernalillo Commissioner
Martin has fought to save jobs at Kirtland Air Force Base and led the effort to make sure our national labs receive the resources they need to carry out their important missions. He's been instrumental in helping KAFB get the funding it needs to protect our precious water supply.
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Jeff Steinborn
Fmr. Representative
I'm endorsing Martin because he sticks to his guns and has shown that he can win the tough fights.
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Mimi Stewart
State Representative
Albuquerque has been fortunate to have a Democrat like Martin as our Representative. He's a problem solver and knows how to get things done.
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Danice Picraux
State Representative
I’m wholeheartedly behind Martin because he stands for what he believes in. Martin had the guts to take on the insurance companies to make sure that access to affordable health care is available for all New Mexicans. That’s the type of courage we need in the Senate.
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Sharon Thomas
Las Cruces City Councilor
I fully support Martin Heinrich for Senate because as a City Councilor in Las Cruces I've fought for sustainable community development. I know that New Mexico's future lies with our clean energy economy and Martin Heinrich shares that vision. I know he will work hard in the Senate to continue the progress we've made.
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Jerry Ortiz y Pino
State Senator
Martin has my support because he understands that we need to build a clean energy economy and put New Mexicans back to work while reducing our dependence on foreign oil and curbing harmful global warming pollution.
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Ike Benton
ABQ City Councilor
I have seen firsthand the passion with which Martin has fought for New Mexicans since his days on the City Council. There is no one I trust more to take on the hard work ahead and I strongly support Martin for Senate.
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Frank Gallegos
South Valley Activist
I support Martin for Senate because he has a constant presence in our South Valley community and is 100% accessible. That's the type of leadership New Mexico deserves.
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Eliseo Alcon
State Representative
Congressman Heinrich has hit the ground running in Washington as the Representative for the First Congressional District of New Mexico. Between his constant hustle and his true home-boy candor, Martin Heinrich is my choice for the United States Senate.
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Eleanor Chavez
State Representative
I was proud to stand by Martin's side last year as we went door-to-door talking with families about the issues they face every day. Martin proved to me then that he is a true fighter for New Mexico's working-class families and I'm proud to stand by his side again as a candidate for the U.S. Senate. With courage and leadership like Martin's, I know New Mexico's best days lie ahead.