SD 15: John Blair Endorsed by Journal, Fundraiser Tomorrow

John Blair's campaign for NM Senate in Albuquerque's District 15 got another big boost recently when the Albuquerque Journal endorsed his candidacy in the Dem primary:

DISTRICT 15, John W. Blair: The 34-year-old Democrat is a new face on the electoral roster but has paid his dues in policy work and in other candidates' campaigns. He has worked as an aide to U.S. Sen. Jeff Bingaman, served as chief of staff to State Auditor Hector Balderas and managed the successful statewide campaign of state Supreme Court Justice Edward Chavez

Blair is stepping out in front of his own campaign this year because "voters want change," like capital outlay funds appropriated to meet pressing needs in the district every year -- not just election years. They want health care reform, Blair says, not a power struggle over the power of appointment to a health care oversight panel. They want government that is open and responsive to the public, not to lobbyists. They want lawmakers who solve problems, Blair says. Democrats in this mid-Northeast Heights district should support John Blair.

The Journal's endorsement added to an already impressive list of endorsements John's campaign has garnered:

• The Albuquerque Teachers Federation
• AFSCME - The American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees
• AFT New Mexico - The American Federation of Teachers New Mexico
• DFA-Democracy for New Mexico
• NEA-NM - The National Education Association-New Mexico

If we want a smart, hard working, fair-minded and foward-thinking Democrat to take on incumbent Repub Diane Snyder this Fall, now's the time to step up and support John Blair. Here's one way:

A Reception for John Blair
Candidate for State Senate, New Mexico's 15th District
With Hosts
Mario Benavidez • Evan Blackstone • Sharon Gentry • Patrick Griebel
Robert Lara • Leanne Leith • Carla Martinez • Lori Martinez
Brian Miller • Brandt Milstein • Tiffany Oliver Leigh • Nasha Torrez
Raul Torrez • DeAnza Valencia • Jennifer Wernersbach
Tuesday, May 20th, 5:30 – 7:30 PM
O'Niell's Pub
4310 Central Avenue SE, Albuquerque
(Central at Washington in East Nob Hill)
Come out for our last fundraiser before the primary!
Suggested Contribution $50
Personal or Business Checks Accepted
RSVP to (505) 944-5947 or info@johnblair.org

I'm a big fan of Blair. Besides being a highly personable (and funny) human being, he's undoubtedly one of the hardest working candidates in this cycle's legislative races. I wouldn't be surprised if he hads blisters on his knuckles from knocking on so many doors. I hear his phone ear and number punching finger are inflamed. I'll bet he's worn out at least a couple of pairs of shoes walking his district, inch by inch, house by house, block by block. His many enthusiastic supporters are no doubt showing similar symptoms, but it will all be worth it if we can help him get the nod on June 3rd.

No matter which district we live in, it's important this cycle to support as many solid Dems as we can for legislative seats.

Other Ways to Help
If you can't make it to tomorrow night's fundraiser, you can make an online donation here. In addition, consider volunteering a few hours of your time to help John phone bank and/or canvass. Visit his campaign website and sign up to help. Do it now.

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