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While New Mexico is unlikely to be in play in the presidential election, the former president urged the crowd to prove the predictions wrong. He hit familiar themes like the border and gas price inflation and enthusiastically praised Hispanic communities.

As former President Donald Trump stops in Albuquerque for a rally Friday, his decision to call on New Mexico so close to the election might seem surprising. Polls suggest his Democratic opponent Vice President Kamala Harris is set to win by several points. But his visit fits into a concerted effort to win over Hispanics.

From the Midwest to the South and along the coasts, communities across the country are highlighting the issues they care about.

In the Democratic primary race for House District 69, incumbent Harry Garcia faces Navajo attorney Michelle Pauline Abeyta and miner Stanley Michael. With no Republican running, whoever wins this race on June 4th will most likely go to the state Legislature in January.

Two Democratic candidates are vying for the District 30 State Senate seat in western New Mexico. With no Republican candidate running that means whoever wins during the primary election, will be the winner. Advocate Angel Charley is facing off against former State Senator Clemente Sanchez.

This year’s effort by progressives is the latest in a long standing campaign, stretching back to the mid-2000s, to bring more progressives into the Legislature.

The election is season underway, 91°µÍø News wants to learn how best to serve you. We've launched an effort to hear what issues are most important to you, what questions you want us to ask candidates, and what information you still need to cast your ballot. America Amplified is supporting us in reaching out to you and Managing Editor Alisa Barba spoke with 91°µÍø to help introduce you to the project.

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