Athena Christodoulou

Athena Christodoulou (Democratic Party) ran for election to the New Mexico State Senate to represent District 21. She lost in the general election on November 5, 2024.

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Biography

Athena Christodoulou was born in Covina, California. She served in the U.S. Navy from 1982 to 2005 and is a retired Navy engineer. She earned a bachelor's degree from North Carolina State University in 1983 and graduate degrees from the University of Central Florida in 1994 and the University of New Mexico in 2012. Christodoulou's career experience includes working as an engineering consultant and technology entrepreneur. She has been affiliated with the New Mexico Solar Energy Association as a secretary-board member, the Society of Women Engineers, the Sierra Club, the New Mexico Federation of Democratic Women, Daughters of Penelope, the Environmental Justice Caucus, and the Veterans and Military Families Caucus.^[1]^[2]^[3]

Elections

2024

General election

General election for New Mexico State Senate District 21

Nicole L. Tobiassen defeated Athena Christodoulou in the general election for New Mexico State Senate District 21 on November 5, 2024.

	Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Nicole L. Tobiassen (R)	52.8	15,719
	Athena Christodoulou (D)	47.2	14,048

	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 29,767
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for New Mexico State Senate District 21

Athena Christodoulou defeated Philip A. Snedeker in the Democratic primary for New Mexico State Senate District 21 on June 4, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Athena Christodoulou	76.1	2,827
	Submit photo	Philip A. Snedeker	23.9	888

	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 3,715
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for New Mexico State Senate District 21

Nicole L. Tobiassen defeated Michael C. Wiener and John C. Morton in the Republican primary for New Mexico State Senate District 21 on June 4, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Nicole L. Tobiassen	44.0	1,832
	Submit photo	Michael C. Wiener	30.4	1,269
		John C. Morton	25.6	1,067

	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 4,168
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Endorsements

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2022

General election

General election for New Mexico House of Representatives District 31

Incumbent William Rehm defeated Athena Christodoulou in the general election for New Mexico House of Representatives District 31 on November 8, 2022.

	Candidate	%	Votes
✔	William Rehm (R)	54.9	8,542
	Athena Christodoulou (D)	45.1	7,008

	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 15,550
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for New Mexico House of Representatives District 31

Athena Christodoulou advanced from the Democratic primary for New Mexico House of Representatives District 31 on June 7, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Athena Christodoulou	100.0	1,843

	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 1,843
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for New Mexico House of Representatives District 31

Incumbent William Rehm advanced from the Republican primary for New Mexico House of Representatives District 31 on June 7, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		William Rehm	100.0	2,462

	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 2,462
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2020

General election

General election for New Mexico State Senate District 21

Incumbent Mark Moores defeated Athena Christodoulou in the general election for New Mexico State Senate District 21 on November 3, 2020.

	Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Mark Moores (R)	53.2	15,488
	Athena Christodoulou (D)	46.8	13,634

	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 29,122
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for New Mexico State Senate District 21

Athena Christodoulou advanced from the Democratic primary for New Mexico State Senate District 21 on June 2, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Athena Christodoulou	100.0	5,354

	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 5,354
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for New Mexico State Senate District 21

Incumbent Mark Moores advanced from the Republican primary for New Mexico State Senate District 21 on June 2, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Mark Moores	100.0	5,708

	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 5,708
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2019

General runoff election

General runoff election for Albuquerque City Council District 4

Brook Bassan defeated Ane Romero in the general runoff election for Albuquerque City Council District 4 on December 10, 2019.

	Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Brook Bassan (Nonpartisan)	53.4	4,186
	Ane Romero (Nonpartisan)	46.6	3,651

	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 7,837
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General election

General election for Albuquerque City Council District 4

Brook Bassan and Ane Romero advanced to a runoff. They defeated Athena Christodoulou in the general election for Albuquerque City Council District 4 on November 5, 2019.

	Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Brook Bassan (Nonpartisan)	49.0	5,116
✔	Ane Romero (Nonpartisan)	42.3	4,425
	Athena Christodoulou (Nonpartisan)	8.7	908

	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 10,449
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Campaign themes

2024

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Ballotpedia survey responses

Athena Christodoulou completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Christodoulou's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

A retired Navy Commander, energy and environmental engineer/scientist, technology entrepreneur, experienced policy analyst and environmental activist. I served on the ABQ Energy council and as president and board member of NM Solar Energy Association. Since 2023, I live Fossil Fuel Free at home and driving. As a teenager I never rebelled. So why have I become a rebel as a grandmother?!

As an environmental and energy engineer. I look for solutions to the problems we humans have brought upon ourselves. Especially toxic air pollution and the current climate crisis. As a retired Navy Commander, I raised my hand to support our Constitution. And I’m a Christian. All tell me to protect lives. People need clean air in order to live and thrive.

Fossil fuel emissions account for 90% of air pollution. Methane pollution from oil and gas production is released alongside other dangerous pollutants, such as smog-causing VOCs. Do you want to continue to breathe toxic air? Causing premature deaths and any chance of a liveable planet for future generations? The people need NM to use all the tools possible to reduce the waste emissions from the O/G industry ASAP. I am seeking to help all understand the importance of addressing the climate crisis and to leave our children and yours a planet, even more than an inheritance. G+HS𝜋

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

Economy - In NM, I’ve started six different companies in multiple industries. Our economy needs to: Work for ALL including workers. Carry on past the fossil fuel age. Balance People, Planet, AND Profit. To accomplish these goals state legislation and services need to: Encourage and streamline local businesses instead of only outside corporations and the extractive industries. Emphasize smart public education to maximize all student potential in the trades, creativity, or professional careers for the future. Disperse targeted infrastructure and technology in all areas of the state and facilitate various centers of excellence. Our economy needs to feed our people and not abuse our resources or our health.
Healthcare-Many people are going without or seeking care in other states. Let’s improve our education system and lower crime, as well as address issues like malpractice caps, tax systems, and wages to attract and keep good healthcare professionals. Other ways to cut costs to consumers and state, as well as boost worker livability are: A Prescription Drug Affordability Board to prevent price gouging by pharmaceutical companies, a Medicaid Forward plan, which would “extend NMs Medicaid program eligibility to all nonelderly residents,” and a statewide program to provide paid leave to all New Mexico employees, expanding upon the federally mandated FMLA that provides protected unpaid leave for workers. Leave women to handle THEIR OWN business.
Public Safety- Gun violence is a major public health issue now. Too many kids are dying. Only sane and trained military personnel should have access to military-style guns. Everyone needs education on current gun safety rules protecting vulnerable people from themselves and domestic partners. Let’s find solutions for our criminal justice system. Immediately, though, all efforts should focus on protecting the lives of future generations from planetary system collapse. We need to supercharge our lives now and in the future with clean, unpolluting, and renewable sources of energy. It’s time to declare a climate emergency, stop all direct subsidies to the O/G industry, and begin reparations to humanity. We’re close to losing our future. G+HS𝜋

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

I know the math and science of the current climate crisis. We should have addressed methane earlier. It is very short-lived, but a powerful warmer. Reductions would cause immediate relief from the heat. How many more Acapulcos where a hurricane (Otto, 2023) went from tropical storm to Cat 5 in less than 24 hrs with no warning it would even go past cat 2? How many wildfires choking our lungs, dry wells from droughts or atmospheric rivers deluging the deserts? How many before we act?!

Our planetary systems are collapsing and we must all go full speed ahead to reduce our fossil fuel emissions. It’s time to declare a climate emergency, stop all direct subsidies to the industry, and begin reparations to humanity.

What legacy would you like to leave?

New Mexico has already established some measure of control on methane emissions. (2% allowed) These have been adopted by the country. In 2019, we also addressed the electric generation industry and set a goal of zero emissions for the Investor Owned Utilities by 2050. But there are holes and these are too slow for an issue that has become a clear threat to all. I would like to be able to leave the legacy of “How New Mexico changed the Course of the Global Climate Crisis.”

What is your favorite book? Why?

What is your favorite book? The Lord of the Rings and the Bible. Why? The Lord of the Rings had fascinating characters in a Good/Evil struggle, with strong male and female roles and situations. And in the end, Good prevails. The Bible also describes the struggle of humans with both male and female roles and situations. In the end, God (and good) prevail. We’re living the last part of human history of the Bible…are we ready for the after? G+HS𝜋

What do you believe is the ideal relationship between the governor and state legislature?

The executive and legislative branches should serve to balance power and still protect and serve the people. The purpose of each is important as the governor oversees the laws developed by the dispersed and diverse legislators. Ultimately, they both have their important role and too much power in either can allow special interests to cause divisive and undesirable results and abuse.

What do you perceive to be your state's greatest challenges over the next decade?

Far and away it is the radical acceptance of the need to transition away from fossil fuels as both an industry and energy source. It’s unavoidable now, both by its finite aspect and the horrors being currently encountered in heat, wildfires, floods, and drought. These will only get worse and exacerbate crime, homelessness, poor health and mental illness among other issues. If methane emissions by the industry, especially, are not quickly abated…well scientists are close to calling it game over for humanity now. Including me.

Do you believe that it’s beneficial for state legislators to have previous experience in government or politics?

Having some previous experience would sure lower a learning curve, but an intelligent, critical thinker could hold their own from day 1. I have experience as a committee policy analyst, environmental advocate and grassroots organizer for state legislation work, and many relationships with current legislators. Day 1, I could step in with a bill should the party machinery open their eyes to the importance of the expertise I bring to the senate floor and committees.

Do you believe it’s beneficial to build relationships with other legislators? Please explain your answer.

Yes. One legislator does not pass a bill. It takes a majority and that means knowing them and them knowing and trusting you. In NM, it also means being able to communicate with the governor as well.

Is there a particular legislator, past or present, whom you want to model yourself after?

Honestly, there are several currently in office, like President Pro Tempore Mimi Stewart, Majority Floor Peter Wirth, Majority Whip Michael Padilla, and Speaker Javier Martinez who are quite knowledgeable and more than capable. I look forward to their advice and mentoring. Abraham Lincoln is my ultimate political hero for his integrity, and desire for equity and unity. But he’s not around.

Are you interested in running for a different political office (for example, the U.S. Congress or governor) in the future?

Not at this time. Maybe U. S. Secretary of Energy or the Environmental Protection Agency? but those are appointed, and if we don’t get moving on climate action…God help us.

Both sitting legislators and candidates for office hear many personal stories from the residents of their district. Is there a story that you’ve heard that you found particularly touching, memorable, or impactful?

For the most part, my district is insulated against the worst conditions. The most impactful story I heard recently was from a Ruidoso, NM man. Fire destroyed his home in July 2024. He, his wife and 3 month old had recently moved into their new home only to be uprooted with hours notice as the fire swept through the village destroying over 1500 buildings. Later, heavy rains and resulting burn scar floods continued to destroy another 200+ buildings. Climate exacerbated. The state held a special session to provide $100 million relief money. ExxonMobil donated $100k. Hmmm.

Should the legislature oversee or grant the use of emergency powers?

Emergency powers were necessary during COVID to save lives. Businesses were rebuilt and almost everyone suffered economically from this natural disaster. With our short sessions, under-staffed legislators, and moneyed special interests, I would hesitate to ask them to oversee or grant such powers, but it would be helpful to have the ability to provide some sort of power balance. We’ve had some thoughtless and purchased governors before. Checks and balances are important.

What is the first bill you would introduce if elected?

I’ve already started the ball rolling with a resolution to make it mandatory for the oil/gas industry to clean up its act before allowing further drilling. Methane emissions are out of control and pose the most immediate solution to addressing the climate crisis. I’m a scientist. Nature doesn’t wait for anything. Ask someone falling off a cliff if gravity is something to be concerned about now…or later?

What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign?

Rio Grande Sierra Club, NM Federation of Labor (AFL-CIO), SMART 49, Albuquerque Teachers Federation NM (ATF) COPE, AFSCME Council 18 and 1199, National Educators Association (NEA), NM Voices for Children, Conservation Voters of NM, NM Council of International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers

What committees interest you?

With my science and business background, I would tend to be most comfortable with the Finance and the Tax, Business & Transportation committees. All the committees have their role, though, and I won’t get to pick and choose.

Do you support or oppose changes to the current state ballot initiative process? If so, what kind of changes would you consider?

We have no current state ballot initiative, our legislative sessions are very chaotic and short, and our legislators are volunteers, essentially. I would consider one that allows an initiative getting moderate grassroots support to be put before the voters with both sides getting equal explanation opportunities. I support more direct democracy and increased voter involvement for the legislative process.

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2022

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2020

Athena Christodoulou completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2020. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Christodoulou's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I am a retired Navy engineer, entrepreneur, mother, and now, grandmother. With three engineering degrees, I approach issues with an evidenced-based perspective and seek to provide good solutions. I am a technology transfer expert and know we have great potential in New Mexico for stunning, diverse, sustainable economic growth. While we work to keep ourselves healthy for the coronavirus pandemic, we should put in place the systems to keep our environment healthy to avoid an even more disastrous climate calamity. I want to be the leader I would vote for. I live my values of integrity, love for others, and a desire for unity. Let me be your voice and vote in Santa Fe and represent everyone fairly.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

Help business grow, diversify, and create good paying, sustainable jobs
Improve all levels of education from prenatal to post high school
Increase public safety for our most vulnerable now and in their FUTURE.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

As an energy and environmental engineer, I will help my fellow New Mexicans transition to a clean economy. We will develop a diverse and sustainable one. We will have clean air to breathe, clean water to drink, and clean food to eat. We will develop loving, educated, and healthy people in thriving communities of good families, neighbors, and citizens. It is all intertwined and my various experiences and backgrounds enable me to stay focused on the most pressing issue, while still considering peripheral issues.

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

Integrity, desire for equality, and ability to inspire people to a higher purpose. Elected officials are the voice and vote of the people. Their constituents should be able to trust them to act honestly and make evidence-based decisions. Second, our democracy is based on equal opportunity and neighbor helping neighbor. It's never been perfect, but unless we set the standards high it will never get better. Christianity grew from an "obscure, marginal Jesus movement to become the dominant religious force in the Western world" (Rodney Stark, The Rise of Christianity) based on equal opportunity and neighbors helping neighbors... regardless of race, gender and socioeconomic group. And now that we face the biggest threat to humankind, impending climate calamity, our leaders must not only bring us together, but inspire those who can, to sacrifice, and focus all efforts on solutions.

What legacy would you like to leave?

An inhabitable planet for my granddaughter's generation and beyond. I want to be able to look her in the eyes when she can vote in 18 years and see her smile and thank me. And thank all of us for having the courage, intelligence, and compassion to keep the climate calamity from its worst. We will all enjoy the clean air, clean water, and healthier foods. We will all still appreciate our technologies, but no longer feel like it's either them or a liveable planet.

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

I raised my hand and swore to uphold the Constitution of the United States for our Navy as a junior at North Carolina State University. Upon graduation, I put on the uniform and began instructing future reactor operators and machinist mates the science of the systems they would operate. I remained in the Navy, first as an active duty instructor and then as a part-time engineer reservist for over twenty two years.
During those decades I raised three sons, went back to school for two Masters degrees encompassing environmental engineering and technology commercialization (at UNM), and dabbled with several other careers including construction, food service, public education, environmental advocacy, and hospitality.

What began with a technical focus broadens now to honest, compassionate and thoughtful, community leadership.

What is your favorite book? Why?

In sixth grade, I devoured The Hobbit. It had everything I found interesting! The struggle between good and evil, adventure, travel, and magic. It wasn't all physical struggles, though. Witty hobbits and thoughtful wizards made evidence-based decisions. J. R. R. Tolkein's characters were alive. They had their flaws, but were not too proud to admit wrong and repent. I fell in love with elves and hobbits. In addition, the plot had enough twists and turns to keep me entranced. I enjoyed it so much that I reread the book several times. And thoroughly enjoyed seeing it come to life on the movie screen. I even made a point to visit "the Shire" while in New Zealand. And then there is The Lord of the Rings...

What do you perceive to be your state’s greatest challenges over the next decade?

Over the next decade New Mexico will need to get off the oil and gas roller coaster, address its image, and prioritize public education. All three are intertwined and will need to be considered in a holistic manner. To address one, we need to work on the other two as well. New Mexicans are smart, hard working, and relational people. We need to take more pride in our natural beauty, cultural treasures, and our different peoples. I will work to foster a more diverse and cleaner economy, which will happen with strong public education and empowering all New Mexicans to be their best self. Reach up, step up, and bring a friend.

Do you believe it’s beneficial to build relationships with other legislators? Please explain your answer.

Legislation is a team game. More like the game Pandemic than football, though. In Pandemic you win or lose as a team. Your opposition isn't another person or team, but an outside force of nature. Each player brings their special knowledge, resources, and abilities to the team. Success only happens, however, if each player communicates with all, offers their ideas, listens openly to the rest of the team, then makes their play. In other words, they build relationships. Everybody understands that evidence-based decisions must be the rule. Collaborative work and personal sacrifices have to be made for the team, as a whole, to win. I have already been building relationships in the legislature as an environmental/clean energy advocate. Working, respectful relationships will further the progress forward for all New Mexico.

If you are not a current legislator, are there certain committees that you would want to be a part of?

Money rules us, if we don't rule it. I would, first and foremost, want to be assigned to the Senate Finance committee. I have a head for numbers AND business. I have always been a fiscally responsible person and know that there are sustainable and dead-end ways of handling a budget. Second, I would ask to be on the Education Committee. An educator and parent, I understand the importance of good public education. In many ways it is the cornerstone of our democracy. Third is a toss-up between Corporations and Transportation, as I seek to help our state diversify its economy, and Conservation, as we have so many natural resources needing protection for future generations. Whatever committees I get assigned, though, I'll do my best to co-sponsor some key bills and insure a better New Mexico.

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2019

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I'm a retired Navy engineer, proven leader and entrepreneur. I have the skills needed to enact real change in our community. from ensuring health and safety for our children to stimulating sustainable economic growth! Together my husband and I built a home, a business, and raised three sons here in District 4. I have engineering degrees in Civil (BS '83), Environmental (MS, '94) and nanoscience and business, (UNM, PSM,2012). I am co-founder of the Udorami (Your U-mi registry) app.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

Trust in a motivated, committed leader
Ensure health and safety for our children
Stimulate sustainable economic growth.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Trained and experienced in tech transfer, I can help take the work done in the surrounding labs and universities from the hypothetical to the usable. Together we can build a safe community, diverse economy, and turn impending climate crisis into opportunity.

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

Integrity, Intelligence, compassion, and a bridge builder.

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Athena Christodoulou campaign contribution history
Year	Office	Status	Contributions	Expenditures
2024*	New Mexico State Senate District 21	Lost general	$83,668	$67,786
2022	New Mexico House of Representatives District 31	Lost general	$40,800	$30,736
2020	New Mexico State Senate District 21	Lost general	$24,767	N/A**
Grand total			$149,234	$98,522
Sources: OpenSecrets, Federal Elections Commission *This product uses the openFEC API but is not endorsed or certified by the Federal Election Commission (FEC).
* Data from this year may not be complete
** Data on expenditures is not available for this election cycle
Note: Totals above reflect only available data.

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↑ Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on October 10, 2019
↑ Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on May 23, 2020
↑ Ballotpedia staff, "Email communication with Athena Ann Christodoulou," August 29, 2024

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Current members of the New Mexico State Senate

Leadership

Majority Leader:Peter Wirth

Minority Leader:William Sharer

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District 1

William Sharer (R)

District 2

Steve Lanier (R)

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Shannon Pinto (D)

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George Munoz (D)

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Leo Jaramillo (D)

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Roberto Gonzales (D)

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Pat Woods (R)

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Pete Campos (D)

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Cindy Nava (D)

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Katy Duhigg (D)

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Linda Lopez (D)

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Jay Block (R)

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Debbie O'Malley (D)

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Michael Padilla (D)

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Heather Berghmans (D)

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Antoinette Lopez (D)

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Mimi Stewart (D)

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Natalie Figueroa (D)

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Anthony Thornton (R)

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Martin Hickey (D)

District 21

Nicole Tobiassen (R)

District 22

Benny Shendo (D)

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Harold Pope (D)

District 24

Linda Trujillo (D)

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Peter Wirth (D)

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Antonio Maestas (D)

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Patrick Boone (R)

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Gabriel Ramos (R)

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Joshua Sanchez (R)

District 30

Angel Charley (D)

District 31

Joseph Cervantes (D)

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Candy Ezzell (R)

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Nicholas Paul (R)

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James Townsend (R)

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Crystal Diamond Brantley (R)

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Jeff Steinborn (D)

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William Soules (D)

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Carrie Hamblen (D)

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Liz Stefanics (D)

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Craig Brandt (R)

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David Gallegos (R)

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Larry Scott (R)

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[3] Ballotpedia staff, "Email communication with Athena Ann Christodoulou," August 29, 2024

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