State Representative District 6 in Arizona State House District 6, Arizona

2026 Primary Election

• Angela "walker" Maloney — Candidate for State Representative in AZ

  Angela Maloney, known also as Angie, is a Democratic candidate for the Arizona House of Representatives, District 6, in the 2026 primary. A mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, she was born and raised on the Navajo Nation, of the Ta’neezahnii clan. Maloney brings over 25 years of leadership experience, having spent more than 40 years with Indian Health Services, the Bureau for Indian Affairs, and the Tuba City Medical Center. She holds degrees in Environmental Science & Allied Health and Public Health. A passionate advocate for children, families, and healthcare, she champions healthcare as a human right, having dedicated her career to improving infrastructure across the Navajo Nation. She is endorsed by Arizona List.

• Mae Peshlakai — Incumbent State Representative in Cameron, AZ

  Mae Peshlakai is an incumbent Democratic State Representative for Arizona's House District 6, having served since 2023. A Navajo weaver, silversmith, and politician from Cameron, Arizona, she co-founded a fine arts studio and boasts nearly three decades in local politics. Peshlakai, who grew up on the Navajo Nation and is a boarding school survivor, prioritizes education, healthcare, infrastructure, and veterans' issues. She chairs the Indigenous People's Caucus and sits on military and public safety committees. She is seeking re-election in 2026 in a unique joint bid with her daughter, aiming for a Democratic-led Legislature.

• Ian Teller — Candidate for State Representative in AZ

  Ian Teller, a Diné organizer, is seeking election to the Arizona House of Representatives for District 6 in the Democratic primary on July 21, 2026. He is a strong advocate for youth empowerment and civic engagement, particularly within Native communities, leading voter outreach and grassroots efforts to expand access to the democratic process. Teller holds a B.A. in Business Administration and an M.S. in Music Industry. He founded When Natives Vote and currently serves as the Southwest Representative for the Young Democrats of America Indigenous Caucus, championing greater Native representation in politics. He leverages his multimedia background to craft impactful messages for change.