Manuel (manny) Lardizabal

Manuel (manny) Lardizabal is a candidate for Lieutenant Governor New Mexico Primary Election in 2026 in Statewide, New Mexico.

Pastor and small business owner in Albuquerque, NM

Also running: Maggie Toulouse Oliver, Harold James Pope, Jr, David M Gallegos, Aubrey Blair Dunn.

Manuel "Manny" Lardizabal, a Republican, is running for Lieutenant Governor of New Mexico in 2026. A pastor, investor, and small business owner since 2004, he has also worked for the New Mexico Department of Corrections and supervised group homes for troubled young people, seniors, and people with disabilities. He advocates for school choice, including vouchers, and emphasizes parents as primary decision-makers in education. Lardizabal believes his personal relationships and business experience offer unique insights into the state's issues. He also highlights his Hispanic heritage as an asset to balance the ticket.