Tuesday, May 5, 2020
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IMPORTANT MESSAGE FROM THE PARTY

During the Coronavirus pandemic, the Republican Party of New Mexico encourages everyone to take precautions, practice safe health measures and do what’s required to protect oneself and families. The Party stresses that the health and safety of all New Mexicans are paramount. Therefore, the Party is currently conducting operations and communications remotely. The Party continues its mission and engagement, but will utilize virtual/remote practices for outreach, projects, campaign events and other initiatives.
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EARLY VOTING BEGINS FOR THE PRIMARY ELECTION
Early voting for the Primary gets underway today.

You can continue to request to vote absentee, or go to your county clerk's office or courthouse in person to vote early.

You can apply for your absentee ballot through May 28.
You can vote in-person at county clerk's office/courthouses through May 30.

Beginning May 16, counties may open polling locations to vote. Please check with county clerks for information.

Click here to apply for your mail-in absentee ballot. ([link removed])

Make your vote count!
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WHAT'S HAPPENING

GOV. LUJAN GRISHAM LOCKS DOWN GALLUP

At the outgoing mayor's request, Gov. Lujan Grisham agreed to lock down the city of Gallup, closing roads so people cannot leave the community. The move comes because COVID-19 deaths and the number of cases are extremely high in that community compared to the rest of the state. The action aims to control the spread of the virus. Businesses and others say they got virtually no warning when this crackdown happened, and this move makes little sense because people can leave, making others vulnerable to COVID-19 in neighboring towns. On top of that, Gallup businesses will suffer because people will go to other communities to shop. The lockdown is in effect until at least Thursday.

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GRANTS BUSINESS FINED $60,000 DESPITE PRACTICING SOCIAL DISTANCING

State health officials have fined the owner of Papas Pawn & Gun, a small business in Grants, NM, $60,000. Diane Rowe says law enforcement officers are among those who make purchases in her shop, and she believes her rights were violated as she remained open so her livelihood wouldn't go under. Rowe took meticulous health precautions, enforced social distancing and ensured her shop never had more than two customers inside.

"On Monday, six or seven State Police officers surrounded my small shop, and it was really upsetting," said Rowe. "That was a total show of force. They came to give me a court summons, treated me like I was a criminal, not a shop owner. Later I got a notice from the State that I was being fined $60,000. My husband is a veteran who is disabled and we don't have any employees. This fine will kill us. It's the end. I don't know what to do."

Local communities and owners must have a stronger voice to decide when establishments can reopen, and all must be treated with fairness and equity. The governor's order has led to threats and intimidation. There's no reason why small businesses cannot open while the big box stores continue to thrive.

Chairman Pearce is asking for a call to action to tell the governor to stop these discriminatory and unfair policies.

Click here to watch Chairman Pearce's video. ([link removed])

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GOVERNOR RELAXES SOME PUBLIC HEALTH ORDER RESTRICTIONS
This past week, Gov. Lujan Grisham changed her public health order, relaxing some of her restrictions. Still, non-essential stores remain closed except for curbside or delivery services. Child care may now be extended to people operating non-essential businesses. Gun stores can only serve customers by appointment. A handful of operations, like pet services, were allowed to open.

Again, this is unacceptable. There is no equity of treatment for our businesses. The governor continues to favor national chains over the little guy--locally owned mom-and-pop stores-- that drive the state's economy. She must understand that small businesses can operate safely with the same health precautions as the big box stores. She cannot discriminate.

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STAY INVOLVED
HELP SECURE OUR ELECTIONS--JOIN OUR EDO TEAM

In these uncertain times, one thing remains clear - the security and integrity of our elections are paramount to our way of life! Volunteering for President Trump and the Republican Party during early voting on election day, or during ballot counting is a great way to ensure a fair and honest election.

Our Election Day Operation (EDO) is designed to ensure that everyone who is legally entitled to vote has the opportunity to vote, ONCE! As an EDO volunteer, you will be trained on the election laws of New Mexico. You do not have to be a lawyer, you just have to know the rules, and we will provide an organized network of assistance to all of our volunteers. Once you are trained, we will coordinate getting you credentialed to work the upcoming election.

Our goal is to cover every polling place in New Mexico with smart and trusted volunteers like you! JOIN the EDO Army For Trump NOW ([link removed]) to get started and one of our team members will contact you with more information. To expedite this process, when you sign-up please ensure your name and address match your voter registration.

Your work will truly make a difference for an honest election and to re-elect President Trump and all of our Republican candidates in New Mexico.

JOIN the EDO Army For Trump NOW ([link removed])

The Progressive Left will be up to their old tricks to stop President Trump from being re-elected! With your help, we can ensure they don't succeed!

Sincerely,

Steve Pearce

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RESERVE YOUR TRUMP 2020 SIGNS!

Trump 2020 yard signs are in, and you can reserve yours now.

Sign up today, and show your support to re-elect the President. Let everyone know that President Trump will continue to strengthen our nation and grow American pride.

To get your sign, CLICK HERE ([link removed]) , and fill out the form. We will email you when the signs are ready to be picked up at your county organization office.

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PRIMARY PROFILES

CONGRESSIONAL CANDIDATES DISTRICT 1
Michelle Garcia Holmes

GarciaHolmes4Congress.com ([link removed])

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Brett Kokinadis

ImagineBrett.com ([link removed])

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Jared Vander Dussen

JaredForNewMexico.com ([link removed])

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PRIMARY PROFILES

2020 LEGISLATIVE CANDIDATES
Tania Dennis
Senate District 9

Tania Dennis grew up in rural Michigan and moved to Albuquerque with her husband and three kids after spending time in the Northern Virginia/DC area. She's a former intelligence officer with the U.S government and now runs a successful business. She's on the Board of Directors for Family Promise ABQ and has a passion for helping homeless families in our community. They are a proud military family as her husband is a retired Marine, disabled veteran and Purple Heart recipient. Her vision for New Mexico's future is one where our neighbors and our children are able to Dream Big right here in this great state of ours.

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Bridget Condon
Senate District 9

I was born and raised in New Mexico, and have always worked on behalf of the citizens, communities, and businesses of our state.

In my current job, it is my role to help our existing businesses in Sandoval County thrive and expand, and likewise I am tasked with recruiting new companies to our communities. Time and time again, however, I am told by companies and their consultants that they will never even get to the point of looking at communities like Corrales, Bernalillo, or Rio Rancho because our state level antics and anti-business policies rule New Mexico out of consideration completely.

I am tired of companies ruling out New Mexico as a place to do business; I am tired of our citizens ruling out New Mexico as a place to start their career and families because of the lack of opportunity; and I am tired of common sense being ruled out at the decision-making happening in the Roundhouse.

I hope you will support me and send the first woman to represent Senate District 9 to make choices that keep jobs in New Mexico, help our citizens prosper, and represent the values of our unique communities.

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John Clark
Senate District 9
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John, born in Nashville TN, comes from a lineage of Publishers & Architects who were instrumental in defining and building our nation since the late 1700’s. As a child, John’s parents and grandparents instilled in him a strong work ethic and a respect for our nation and the people who worked hard to pave the path for freedom so that all citizens could live the American Dream and enjoy the great Republic that it is. John’s father served our country as a pilot in WWII, and his grandparents, co-owners of the Nashville Banner, imparted knowledge about what makes respectable news and politics, while his father’s dad taught him about what it takes to build and develop city structures that would stand the test of time. John understands that if you don’t take care of where you live, where you live won’t take care of you.

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Karin Foster
District: Senate District 20

I am a mother of two future leaders, an attorney and small business owner. I currently own a small boutique lawfirm specializing in estate and business succession planning.

I was the attorney and advocate for the Independent Petroleum Association of New Mexico representing industry in Santa Fe for nearly 13 years; I was also the lead advocate for the NM Brewers Guild, the National Federation of Independent Businesses (NFIB) and the Foundation for Open Government. With all the years I spent in Santa Fe at the NM Legislature, I feel that I have the perfect background and experience to represent Senate District 20 on the broad range of issues legislators face in Santa Fe including fixing out significant budget problems.

Karinfoster.com ([link removed])

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John C. Morton

New Mexico Senate District 20

John C. Morton is a retired Major in the United States Air Force Reserves. During the majority of his military career, John served as an Air Force Intelligence Officer providing critical intelligence to senior level decision makers. In addition, John served in support of Counter Drug Operations with several federal law enforcement agencies fighting the drug threat in our communities.

John has spent years talking to New Mexicans about the important issues facing our state.
He believes that everyone in New Mexico deserves to live in safe neighborhoods without the fear of violent criminals roaming our communities. As your State Senator, John will work to enact stricter penalties for violent offenders to Stop the Revolving Door of “Catch and Release.” John will work to end Sanctuary Cities and Counties and hold those responsible for sheltering illegal immigrants who commit violent crimes.

John wants to improve New Mexico education to make our children more successful by providing vocational education to the level of apprenticeship certification at graduation for all New Mexico High School Students to make them “job ready” upon graduation. This will help to reduce dropout rates, attract industry, and make students self-reliant.

In addition, John wants to make New Mexico a more prosperous state to live, work and raise a family by making New Mexico a business-friendly state by eliminating burdensome regulations, eliminating wasteful spending, implementing a “Tax Payers Bill of Rights” and eliminating corporate taxes to incentivize corporations to do business in New Mexico.

mortonfornm.com ([link removed])

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GET YOUR PRESIDENT TRUMP GEAR!
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Once our RPNM headquarters reopens, you can grab your MAGA gear! Shirts, hats, bumper stickers and more are also available at the Headquarters in Albuquerque. Our address is: 5150-A San Francisco NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109.

Hats and shirts are $20 each or both for $35.

You can also get your "Is This Heaven?" Trump Rally shirts at our headquarters (see below). They are $25 each.
For more information about what's happening in the Republican Party of New Mexico including news, upcoming events, videos, voter resources, information about elected officials, how to volunteer go to our website. ([link removed])

You can always contact us at (505) 298-3662

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