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Evelyn Madrid Erhard
Evelyn Madrid Erhard was a 2012 Democratic candidate who sought election to the U.S. House to represent the 2nd Congressional District of New Mexico. She holds a bachelor's in drama and a master's in speech and communication from New Mexico State University.[1]
She lost the election to incumbent Steve Pearce.[2]
Biography
Madrid Erhard has been a college communications professor and owner of a small folk-art business.[3]
Campaign themes
2012
According to her website, Madrid Erhard's campaign platform included the following issues:[3]
- Jobs
- Education
- Health care
Elections
2012
Madrid Erhard ran in the 2012 election for the U.S. House to represent New Mexico's 2nd District. She was unopposed in the June 5 Democratic primary and was defeated by Republican incumbent Steve Pearce in the November general election.
| Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Democratic | Evelyn Madrid Erhard | 40.9% | 92,162 | |
| Republican |  Steve Pearce Incumbent |
59.1% | 133,180 | |
| Write-In | Jack McGrann | 0.1% | 173 | |
| Total Votes | 225,515 | |||
| Source: New Mexico Secretary of State "Official Election Results, 2012 General Election" | ||||
Campaign finance summary
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Personal
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Madrid Erhard is married to Tom.[1]
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