Office Seeking: U.S. House, New Mexico-3rd District
Position Held: U.S. Representative, Incumbent
Progressive Credentials:
- Demanded a public option in health care reform
- Fought to expand health care to those with mental illness and substance abuse issues
- Worked to create req uirements that would have 20% of power produced by New Mexico's utilities originate from renewable energy
Primary Election Opponent: TBD
Primary Election Date: June 1, 2010
Primary Election Results: TBD
General Election Opponents: Tom Mullins, Adam Kokesh
General Election Date: November 2, 2010
General Election Result: TBD
Why we like him: Ben Ray Lujan has been on the forefront of environmental causes and practical forms of alternative energy by setting regulation that would increase renewable energy production 20% in New Mexico. In addition, we appreciate his vocal demand for a public option.
Candidate Quote: "I'm disappointed that a Republican Senator has blocked important extensions that help people who are struggling the most during these difficult economic times. We have to stand up for the American people, not resort to partisan games."
Candidate website: http://www.benrlujan.com/
Ben R. Luján was born into a politically active family. For many years his father served as speaker of the New Mexico House of Representatives. Congressman Luján attended the University of New Mexico and later received a degree from New Mexico Highlands University in business administration. He began his career as Deputy State Treasurer and the Director of Administrative Services and Chief Financial Officer for the New Mexico Cultural Affairs Department. He later was elected to the New Mexico Public Regulation Commission.
While a member of Public Regulation Commission, he heavily pushed for renewable energy. He sought to partner with neighboring states to fight global warming and opt for more ecologically sound energy generation.
Race Type: Democratic Protect
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