NM Democratic candidates appeal to delegates for ballot placement at pre-primary convention

New Mexico Democrats gathered March 7 for a pre-primary convention to rally for the June 2 primary election and pick candidates.

By: Patrick Lohmann

Outlets: Source New Mexico

Published: March 9, 2026

Words: 592

Last Updated: 1 day, 1 hour ago

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Hundreds of Democratic delegates gathered in a spacious convention hall in Mescalero on Saturday to hear pitches from party candidates seeking their spot on the June primary ballot.

State law requires major political parties to host pre-primary conventions each spring during election years. The Republican Party of New Mexico held its convention Friday in Ruidoso.

During the conventions, candidates seeking statewide and federal offices need to convince at least 20% of party …

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