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Sandoval County Democrats Fighting for Native American Voting Rights
New Mexico Democrats Saved our Health Care!
Did You Know? New Mexico Democrats’ quick action saved 27,100 of our family, friends, and neighbors from losing health care coverage. NM's Democratic administration also saved us all from higher premiums. In contrast, 1.2 million Americans nationally lost their health...
Cost to US Taxpayers of Republicans’ Illegal War in Iran
Trump's illegal, needless war has cost thousands of lives and billions of US dollars--to be paid by us, the US taxpayer. This is a war that accomplished absolutely nothing but human misery and vast debt. See the hourly count of the money utterly wasted by the...
How ICE Harms Everyday Communities
Under Trump, New Mexico has seen one of the highest increases in ICE arrests among all U.S. states. Mass deportation policies create devastating ripple effects across American society. What began as a political promise to remove dangerous criminals from the country...
“The Paper” Interviews Greg Bennett on Blue Rio Rancho and Feed Rio Rancho Kids
Kevin Hendricks, Editor, The Paper Interviewed DPSC Chair Greg Bennett. "The ‘Blue Rio Rancho’ initiative targets unaffiliated voters while the party’s food program serves hundreds of kids each week Rio Rancho may have a reputation as a Republican stronghold, but the...
DTS? Why You Should Request a Democratic Ballot
The Democratic Party is fighting for the issues that matter most to you—affordable healthcare and housing, quality education, climate action, and economic opportunity for working families. Republicans have moved further right, helping billionaires grow richer and...
NM Congressman on how MAGA spending spree leaves middle class in the dust
Congressman Gabe Vasquez's recent op-ed in the Albuquerque Journal really spoke for all of us. He says, "Hundreds of millions of dollars for a ballroom with Italian marble floors to entertain the rich. A $70 million luxury jet. A massive tax giveaway for...
Gas Prices High and Likely to Stay High
When gas prices go up, everything goes up. Food becomes more expensive because of transport and petroleum based fertilizer. Supplies cost more because of shipping costs. This price hike comes to you from the Republican party, whose craven obedience to Trump is ruining...
DTS “Independent” Voters and the 2026 Semi-Open Primary
As a DTS ("Independent") voter, you can vote in the primary without changing parties. The 2026 primary election allows political parties to determine which candidates will run in November’s general election. New Mexico's new semi-open primary system lets...
Early Voting for June Primary Election begins 5 May
Early Voting for the June primary election begins 5 May at the Sandoval County Office, 1500 Idalia Road, Bernalillo. The office will be open for voting 8AM-7PM. Check your mail: the Sandoval County Clerk has sent registered voters the full schedule of early voting...
Alex Piland thanks her suppporters
Rio Rancho mayoral candidate Alex Piland issued an inspiring thank-you to her many supporters and looks ahead to ongoing needed work in her hometown.
Congratulations, Karissa!
On 3 March, Karissa Culbreath won reelection to Rio Rancho's District 5 City Council seat with 54% of the vote, defeating a well-funded challenger. Way to go, Karissa!
Michael Baron Leads Write On NM! project
How would you like to alter public opinion, "right the ship," and help steer a new course for New Mexico and our country? Join Dr Michael Baron on the "Write On NM!" project. It requires NO experience, and as little or as much time as you wish to devote to it, on your...
MLK Day 2026
US House Representative Melanie Stansbury gave an impassioned speech at the 2026 MLK ceremony and luncheon, hosted by the SCLC. Rep. Stansbury emphasized how New Mexico protects its citizens from the cruel chaos of this administration by feeding hungry kids and...
Founders of Feed Rio Rancho Kids recognized by SCLC
Karen Schafer and Kitty Perez were recognized by the SCLC at the 2026 MLK luncheon and ceremony. Read more about Feed Rio Rancho Kids and how you can help!
How Democrats help YOU
Democrats work hard to provide a healthier, stronger, “more perfect” union. Learn how Democrats have helped Sandoval County and how Republicans supporting their greedy, corrupt leader are trying to pillage our citizenry.
Sandoval County DEMOCRATIC PARTY 2026 PRE-PRIMARY Ward meetings
Download the schedule of County Pre-Primary Ward Meetings, running 1-7 February 2026. Democrats registered in our county will elect 53 state-convention delegates, by Ward, who will represent the county and vote accordingly at the March 7th State Pre-Primary...
Alex Piland throws hat in the ring for Rio Rancho Mayor!
Alex Piland has announced her candidacy for mayor of Rio Rancho. Visit her at Facebook and support her campaign!
Join the team at Storehouse West
Volunteer with us at Storehouse West on Wednesday, December 17, anytime between 8AM and 4 PM. We'll be prepping and packaging food. At noon, we'll also help give out food packages. For more information, see this page.
MLK Day Celebration Luncheon, 19 January 2026
Save the date 19 January 2026 for the MLK Day celebration luncheon, 11:30 AM to 2:00 PM, at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Parish, D'Arco Hall, 1502 Sarah Road SE, Rio, Rancho, NM. Keynote speaker will be DeMark Liggins, the newly elected national president of the...
Run for Something! File by 6 January 2026
We need Democrats in county and municipal offices! Rio Rancho and Bernalillo will hold municipal elections.in March 2026. Read about the current City of Rio Rancho government and its expiring seats here. Interested in running? Check out the RR Candidate Guide. Visit...
From the County Chair – April 2025
WHAT TO DO AT AN ICE CHECKPOINT
WHAT TO DO AT AN ICE CHECKPOINT, ESPECIALLY IF YOU ARE WHITE and/or FEEL THE NEED TO JAM UP THE WORKS. With the announcement that the Pentagon is sending another 3,000 soldiers to the southwest, I thought it might be a great time to share this. (edited) Here's the...
From the County Chair – February 2025
My Dear Democrats, I know that life is hard right now.We are faced with more and more absurdities each day, and any effort seems to be a sisyphean undertaking.Still, we must continue to fight to hold the line in our state.(See the end of this email for insight into...
From the County Chair – January 2025
My Dear Democrats, We need YOU We are looking to fill Precinct Chair positions. Most are open. Precinct Chairs will meet other democrats in your precinct and help them to become familiar with DPSC. This includes our activities and volunteer opportunities. We are...