Tanya Renee Watkins (Sandoval County Clerk, New Mexico, candidate 2024)

Tanya Renee Watkins

Republican Party

Candidate, Sandoval County Clerk

Elections and appointments

Last election

November 5, 2024

Education

High school

Animas High School

Bachelor's

Northeastern Oklahoma State University, 2005

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Profession

Educator

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Tanya Renee Watkins (Republican Party) ran for election to the Sandoval County Clerk in New Mexico. Watkins was on the ballot in the general election on November 5, 2024.^[source]

Watkins completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

Tanya Renee Watkins provided the following biographical information via Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey on October 27, 2024:

• High school: Animas High School
• Bachelor's: Northeastern Oklahoma State University, 2005
• Profession: Educator
• Incumbent officeholder: No
• Campaign slogan: Together, making a True Impact with Positive Change!
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General election

General election for Sandoval County Clerk

Anne S. Brady-Romero and Tanya Renee Watkins ran in the general election for Sandoval County Clerk on November 5, 2024.

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	Submit photo	Anne S. Brady-Romero (D)
		Tanya Renee Watkins (R)

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Tanya Renee Watkins completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Watkins' 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 Christian wife, homeschool mother of three kids, and certified Educator, as well as an actively concerned and motivated citizen. I, also, have extensive experience with Document Control in the airline industry, as well as skills developed as an Office Manager within various fields, including a company serving law practices. Growing up on a family-run ranch in the southwest corner of Hidalgo County, NM, I learned the value of a strong work ethic, gaining the rewards of a hard-day's labors. However, the most important lesson my parents instilled in me was the fact that, when faith in God comes first, everything else follows. My servant's heart is evident in my willingness to work for the people within my community, as I endeavor to listen well and do what I can to help make it better. As your County Clerk, I will adhere to the strong patriotic principles that unite us as Americans; assuredly, I will strive to represent all residents and their needs to the best of my ability.

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?

• EVERY Voice Matters! I intend to respect and represent the people by improving upon and developing more training programs to meet the needs of our community in order to promote constructive growth. Additionally, I will lead with open and honest communication, my management skills and meticulous attention to detail being assets benefiting my staff, the commission, and constituents, alike. Consequently, I will aim to be more accessible and approachable by opening the doors wide and removing all fear-propagating barriers, thereby creating a more welcoming atmosphere within the Clerk’s office. Additionally, I will work on expanding access to this office by implementing satellite locations to meet the various needs of Sandoval residents.
• EVERY Vote Counts! I intend to boost voter participation through increased advertisement of elections and polling locations, while at the same time restoring faith in fair and honest elections by cleaning up voter rolls, requiring voter ID, and removing absentee ballot drop boxes within our county, all in a collective effort to deter election fraud and ensure that ONLY citizens vote. I will, also, endeavor to implement a shuttle service to the nearest polling location for individual voters who require assistance. No voter should ever feel disenfranchised by the process. I will also search for a more centralized and secure location for the purpose of collection, counting, and storage of our county's absentee ballots.
• Together, we're making a True Impact with Positive Change! Overall, I want to improve the purpose and functions of the Clerk’s office by expanding training and focusing more on civic education and engagement, especially with respect to our children, who embody the future of our great nation. Youth should be graduating high school with a working knowledge of the American government, in addition to how they can take an active role in its continued success as a Constitutional Republic, so I intend to work directly with our Public Schools to improve upon a curriculum which emphasizes civic participation. Also, I will increase communication with Sandoval residents through a monthly digital newsletter and quarterly in-person meetings.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

▪︎ Election Integrity Improvements

▪︎ Public Office Transparency
▪︎ Elected Official Accountability

▪︎ Civic Education and Engagement

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

Jesus is my ultimate mentor for His willingness to serve and genuine desire to help those in need.

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

First and foremost, the Clerk provides oversight for the adverstisement, organization, and execution of all elections. On a day-to-day basis, the Clerk is responsible for managing the staff necessary to complete the various functions of this county office, which includes document control and assisting the Board of Commissioners.

What is your favorite book? Why?

"The Shack" is possibly my favorite book, next to the Bible, because it helped me to better understand grace, mercy, and forgiveness from God's perfect perspective.

If you could be any fictional character, who would you want to be?

Marvel's Black Widow

What was the last song that got stuck in your head?

"The Lord's Prayer" by Matt Maher

What are your views on financial transparency and government accountability?

I believe that all elected government officials are representatives of the people; therefore, I will assume this position with a servant's heart. I intend to be open to listening to suggestions regarding ways in which to improve our community to meet varying needs, yet in the best interests of all residents.

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