NM-01: Today's Must Read on Martin Heinrich

Martin with son on his shoulders at Saturday's preprimary convention

Johnny Mango has an excellent post at Duke City Fix based on an interview with Dem Martin Heinrich. The piece considers his "resume" and what has shaped and prepared Heinrich to become the next member of Congress from New Mexico's First District.

Also, if you haven't seen it yet, check out Albuquerque City Councilor Debbie O'Malley's letter supporting Heinrich's candidacy. Councilor O'Malley lays out exactly why she has strongly endorsed him-- based on her work with Martin on the City Council and the kind of experience and principles he brings to the table.

Some critics of Heinrich, like those of Barack Obama, suggest that Martin isn't ready to serve because he doesn't have decades of a certain kind of narrow "experience." Well, we've seen the damage, deception and corruption that supposedly "experienced" politicos have brought to the halls of Congress and the White House alike. Fortunately, more and more Americans have come to realize that what we really need in Washington are fresh ideas, new perspectives, caring advocates, persuasive problem-solvers and change agents -- not more business-as-usual bloviators in it for their own power and glory.

If you agree, you can help make a difference right now. Heinrich's campaign is trying to raise $15,000 by 11:59 PM on March 31st, and is tracking donations as they come in on his website. As of Noon today, they've raised more than $5,000. Add your donation here in any amount, large or small. Another great way to support Martin's campaign is to host a house party, whether you live in NM-01 or elsewhere. If we don't do it, who will?