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Secretary of State New Mexico
Primary election
Statewide, New MexicoEnded 6/2/2026
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Amanda López Askin
Democratic PartyDoña Ana County Clerk
Las Cruces, NM
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Amanda López Askin, Ph.D., is the incumbent Doña Ana County Clerk, a position she has held since 2018. A native of Las Cruces, New Mexico, she is a candidate for New Mexico Secretary of State in the Democratic primary, touting her extensive experience combating election deniers and safeguarding elections in Doña Ana County. Prior to her clerkship, she worked in mental health advocacy for the New Mexico Department of Health and served as a Regent and Adjunct Faculty member at New Mexico State University. Known affectionately as "the Dog Lady" for fostering over 200 dogs, she emphasizes her commitment to defending democracy.
Where does Amanda López Askin stand on the issues?
Amanda López Askin has a recorded position on four issues. Each is Civoren's summary of the campaign's own public material, with the source linked.
Ballot Access & Electoral Reform
SupportsAskin supports maximizing lawful voter participation through improved public education, outreach to underrepresented communities, removing barriers to voting, and protecting voters from intimidation, including supporting SB 264 to prevent ICE presence at voting locations.
“I would take every lawful action available to increase and protect voter participation. That includes improving public education around registration, absentee voting, early voting, and new election laws; expanding outreach to historically underrepresented communities; and working to remove barriers that discourage participation. I also believe voters should be able to cast a ballot free from fear and intimidation. That is why I supported SB 264 to prevent ICE presence at voting locations.”
Campaign Finance Reform
SupportsAskin would provide transparency in campaign finance as part of her commitment to keeping New Mexico elections safe, secure, and fair.
“providing transparency in campaign finance”
Election Integrity & Administration
SupportsAs Secretary of State, Askin would protect election systems and voter data through strong cybersecurity practices, regular training, and close coordination with local election officials, while maintaining standards for secure, accessible elections.
“I will also focus on protecting election systems and voter data through strong cybersecurity practices, regular training, and close coordination with local election officials.”
Small Business & Local Business Support
SupportsAskin would support New Mexico’s businesses from the Secretary of State’s office.
“supporting New Mexico’s businesses”
Education
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