We’re excited to be back from the 2026 Legislative Session, and more determined than ever to work hard for our communities.
This session was one that opened many eyes to the barriers that communities like ours are facing. When it comes to rebuilding and challenging the systems and corporate forces that play massive roles in the oppression of the LGBTQ community, along with every other marginalized group - we are at a disadvantage.
The truth is, even with our unwavering efforts to lead and support policies that protect LGBTQ New Mexicans, crucial legislation died quickly, and harmful bills flourished. Protecting Queer and Trans New Mexicans, victims of sexual abuse, and communities exploited by corporate forces was unsuccessful because of multi-million dollar misinformation campaigns and leaders unwilling or unable to stand with us. The ugly truth about billion-dollar corporate entities and systems that work to oppress New Mexicans is daunting, but the path forward is clear. We can no longer expect champions in the legislature to carry the weight of every battle on their own. We can no longer expect community advocates to attempt damage control in the face of corporate forces with astronomical budgets. It’s time to take charge. It’s time for a government built by us.
Built by Us: 2026 isn’t a campaign, event, or slogan, it’s a plan of action. Policy-driven, community-built, local power rooted in our shared mission to protect every New Mexican.
In an era where corporate interests are influencing healthcare, data privacy, and civil rights legislation, LGBTQ New Mexicans are building something different.
Let’s be clear- elections aren’t the only hurdle when trying to rebuild the systems that hurt New Mexicans, but it’s a great place to start. In order to change and influence policy in a meaningful and impactful way, we need leaders who are willing to throw down for Queer and Trans New Mexicans.
We’re sharing our early endorsements for the 2026 Elections now!
Early endorsements give our community insight on the kinds of candidates we’re supporting before the filing deadline. Not only to help them get on the ballot, but to uplift people we’re confident will push beyond the status quo for LGBTQ New Mexicans. Some of these candidates will face opposition in the Democratic Primary on June 2nd and some of them will face opponents in the General Election in November - but we’re making it clear right now that we will stand with them in the coming months - because they consistently stand with us.
Electing leaders who will uplift and champion policies for LGBTQ New Mexicans and their families is a key factor in creating systems that are built by us! But we are working to elect leaders who do more than stand with LGBTQ New Mexicans. These are fighters, who collaborate with us, who center Queer and Trans people in all of the policy decisions they make, and who work hard to maintain strong relationships with our communities across the state.