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Jeff Swanson

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Democratic Party

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November 3, 2020

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Jeff Swanson (Democratic Party) ran for election to the New Mexico House of Representatives to represent District 51. He lost in the general election on November 3, 2020.

Elections

2020

See also: New Mexico House of Representatives elections, 2020

General election

General election for New Mexico House of Representatives District 51

Incumbent Rachel Black defeated Jeff Swanson in the general election for New Mexico House of Representatives District 51 on November 3, 2020.

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65.3
 
7,632
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Jeff Swanson (D)
 
34.7
 
4,057

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Total votes: 11,689
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for New Mexico House of Representatives District 51

Jeff Swanson advanced from the Democratic primary for New Mexico House of Representatives District 51 on June 2, 2020.

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Jeff Swanson
 
100.0
 
1,590

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Total votes: 1,590
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for New Mexico House of Representatives District 51

Incumbent Rachel Black advanced from the Republican primary for New Mexico House of Representatives District 51 on June 2, 2020.

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Rachel Black
 
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3,366

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Total votes: 3,366
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2018

See also: New Mexico House of Representatives elections, 2018

General election

General election for New Mexico House of Representatives District 51

Rachel Black defeated Jeff Swanson in the general election for New Mexico House of Representatives District 51 on November 6, 2018.

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Rachel Black (R)
 
64.3
 
5,486
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Jeff Swanson (D) Candidate Connection
 
35.7
 
3,045

There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source

Total votes: 8,531
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for New Mexico House of Representatives District 51

Jeff Swanson advanced from the Democratic primary for New Mexico House of Representatives District 51 on June 5, 2018.

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100.0
 
875

There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified.

Total votes: 875
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for New Mexico House of Representatives District 51

Rachel Black advanced from the Republican primary for New Mexico House of Representatives District 51 on June 5, 2018.

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Rachel Black
 
100.0
 
1,923

There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified.

Total votes: 1,923
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Campaign themes

2020

Ballotpedia survey responses

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2018

Ballotpedia survey responses

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Candidate Connection

Jeff Swanson participated in Ballotpedia's candidate survey on June 11, 2018. The survey questions appear in bold, and Jeff Swanson's responses follow below.[1]

What would be your top three priorities, if elected?

“ 1. Improve Education to excellence 2. Collaborate with business and community leaders to enhance jobs and economy 3. Garner resources to fix district flood control[2][3] ”

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about? Why?

“ Provide leadership to make Holloman Air Force Base thriveCite error: Invalid <ref> tag; invalid names, e.g. too many[3] ”

Ballotpedia also asked the candidate a series of optional questions. Jeff Swanson answered the following:

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow and why?

“ President Teddy Roosevelt and Mrs Lucretia Garfield who was President James Garfield’s wife.[3] ”
Is there a book, essay, film, or something else that best describes your political philosophy?
“ Sun Tzu, “The Art of War.” Adam Smith, “The Wealth of Nations.”[3] ”
What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?
“ 1. Service to citizens above self 2. Stewardship of environment and public resources[3] ”
What qualities do you possess that would make you a successful officeholder?
“ Courage, integrity, committment to do good Determination to communicate with citizens[3] ”
What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?
“ Represent the citizens. ALL of our citizens. Collborate as leaders[3] ”
What legacy would you like to leave?
“ Immensely improved education More harmony amongst diverse political perspectives[3] ”
What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at that time?
“ My grandpa going to our elementary school to vote. I was 5.[3] ”
What was your very first job? How long did you have it?
“ Part time in sporting goods store[3] ”
What happened on your most awkward date?
“ Fell asleep[3] ”
What is your favorite holiday? Why?
“ 4 Jul because it brings hope to humankind that people are capable of soverignity[3] ”
What is your favorite book? Why?
“ 4 Gospels in the Bible. They are a moral compass[3] ”
If you could be any fictional character, who would you be?
“ Yosemite Sam[3] ”
What is your favorite thing in your home or apartment? Why?
“ Pictures of my family because they tell our story of life and love[3] ”
What was the last song that got stuck in your head?
“ The Wheels of The Bus Go Round and Round.[3] ”
What is something that has been a struggle in your life?
“ Dealing with tyranical and narcisstic people[3] ”
(For non-Nebraska candidates) What do you consider the most important differences between the legislative chambers in your state?
“ Public Lands disposition and management. Abortion[3] ”
Do you believe that it’s beneficial for state legislators to have previous experience in government or politics?
“ No[3] ”
What do you perceive to be your state’s greatest challenges over the next decade?
“ Water, Education, Economy[3] ”
What do you believe is the ideal relationship between the governor and the state legislature?
“ Lots of communication and real listening. Appoint bipartisan teams to get ahead of differences and work solutions rather than get in big public contentions[3] ”
Do you believe it’s beneficial to build relationships with other legislators? Please explain your answer.
“ Yes. We each represent precious groups of citizens who expect us to work together and move progress forward[3] ”
What process do you favor for redistricting?
“ Fair[3] ”
If you are not a current legislator, are there certain committees that you would want to be a part of?
“ Education, Economics and Budget, Infrastructure, Military, Environment[3] ”
If you are not currently a member of your party’s leadership in the legislature, would you be interested in joining the leadership? If so, in what role?
“ Yes. Jump in and serve on committees[3] ”
Is there a particular legislator, past or present, whom you want to model yourself after?
“ Bill McCamley[3] ”
Are you interested in running for a different political office in the future?
“ Maybe but not now[3] ”
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?
“ Yes. I like hearing how legislators love and respect the people. And seek creative solutions to problems.[3] ”

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Footnotes

  1. ↑ Note: The candidate's answers have been reproduced here verbatim without edits or corrections by Ballotpedia.
  2. ↑ Ballotpedia's candidate survey, "Jeff Swanson's responses," June 11, 2018
  3. ↑ 3.00 3.01 3.02 3.03 3.04 3.05 3.06 3.07 3.08 3.09 3.10 3.11 3.12 3.13 3.14 3.15 3.16 3.17 3.18 3.19 3.20 3.21 3.22 3.23 3.24 3.25 3.26 3.27 Note: This text is quoted verbatim from the original source. Any inconsistencies are attributable to the original source.


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