Get Involved: Do Something!
Run for something
- Run for something: get involved as a candidate.
- Our Candidate Support program gives seed money and advice to our local campaigns.
- We hold the Keep Sandoval Blue event to raise funds so DPSC can support our county candidates.
Help with campaigns
- Write postcards
- Knock on doors for candidates. This is probably the most effective way to engage voters and motivate them to vote.
- Make phone calls for candidates.
Help with ongoing behind-the-scenes work
From managing our social media accounts to lending a hand at events, there is useful work for all talents and abilities.
Vote!
Be sure you’re registered and up-to-date. Visit our Voter Information page.
Write a letter to the editor
How would you like to alter public opinion, “right the ship,” and help steer a new course for New Mexico and our country? And do it without a big investment of your time? Join the Write On NM! project. Learn more here.
Donate
We are all volunteers, but candidate support and practical expenses must be paid. Please donate and consider becoming a sustaining monthly donor, which helps us plan more effectively. We truly appreciate your generosity!
Stay informed
Lead a voter registration drive
Spread the word
- Tell your friends and family members about the work we’re doing.
- Post/Repost DPSC activities on social media.
- Bring friends to our group events.
Protest
Join in one of our protests, if you are so inclined. Information about these events is sent out weekly in our newsletter.
If you happen to see someone being bullied/harassed by masked people. . .
- Do not directly engage with law enforcement, but DO document what happens. Videos can be extremely powerful.
- If you see something happening, you can live-stream it on social media.
- Try to get names of detainees and the organization that oversees the operation.
Run for Something! File by 6 January 2026
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2026 Election Information – State Legislators and County Officials
Primary: Tuesday, June 2ndGeneral: Tuesday, November 3rd Filing deadlines: State-wide offices: February 3, 2026 State legislative offices: March 10, 2026 Filing locations: State-wide offices, Secretary of State’s office State legislative offices: County...
Watch this spot
Watch this spot for future interviews and article. Democratic candidates and officeholders from Sandoval County, as well as campaign managers, will share their insights and lessons learned. In the meantime, https://runforsomething.net/ has a wealth of good information.