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The General Election results are in and we are excited to announce that 62 of the 63 candidates endorsed by Animal Protection Voters won their races! Each win represents an opportunity to continue advancing pro-animal policies that protect animals and continue to build a more compassionate future for New Mexico. These victories reflect the support of pro-animal voters across the State. Thank you to everyone who voted and helped make these wins possible.

As voters prepare to head to the polls or mail their ballots, Animal Protection Voters is excited to endorse the following animal-friendly candidates. You likely recognize how important it is to elect humane Governors, members of Congress, and State Representatives who will champion laws that protect animals. But did you know that other elected offices can also play a powerful role in shaping animal protection in our state? Here’s how!

We want to share an important update regarding the lawsuit challenging New Mexico’s affordable spay/neuter law. Last week, the First Judicial District Court granted partial summary judgment in favor of the plaintiffs (the Pet Food Institute and its corporate allies) challenging Senate Bill 57. We respect the Court, but we respectfully disagree with the Court’s [...]

While negotiations broke down last week and the U.S. Senate Agriculture Committee failed to advance the federal Farm Bill, there is some positive news for animals to celebrate—and it’s because your phone calls, emails, and advocacy are making a difference. New Mexico’s own U.S. Senator Ben Ray Luján, who serves on the Senate Agriculture Committee, […]