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I鈥檓 thrilled to share my vision and strategies for New Mexico鈥檚 future. However, navigating the political landscape here can be challenging for candidates outside the two major parties. I鈥檓 eager to connect with New Mexicans, but I often face barriers that limit my access to public forums.

As an independent candidate who prioritizes the needs of the people over special interest donors, I primarily rely on self-funding. Unlike candidates from established parties, I don鈥檛 have the same organizational support. To get on the ballot, I need to gather an astonishing five times more signatures than major party candidates.

Independent voters are the fastest-growing segment of our electorate in New Mexico, yet they encounter significant hurdles. The signature requirements to appear on the ballot are a clear example of this unfair treatment: Democrats need only 2,505 signatures, Republicans require 2,350, while independents must collect a staggering 14,200. This isn鈥檛 just a technicality; it reflects a systemic bias against those of us seeking alternatives to the two-party system.

I recently transitioned from the Democratic Party to independent status because I believe our elected officials should represent the public, not just party interests. Too many have forgotten that it鈥檚 the people who put them in office, not party leaders. I love New Mexico, and it pains me to see such a beautiful state struggle with so many challenges. Despite our world-class investment funds, we rank near the top in poverty and bottom in K-12 education. We鈥檙e the second-largest oil and gas producer in the U.S., yet our Legislature often seems to undermine these industries without considering the impact on our citizens.

Even with nearly $80 billion in permanent funds, we still face high rates of drug abuse and child welfare issues. Why do we accept this? Our two-party system often leads to conflict, creating winners and losers, yet the true winners are rarely the people.

As a lifelong Democrat, I felt increasingly disconnected as the party shifted further left. Polls indicate that over 30% of both Democrats and Republicans are now undecided, which isn鈥檛 surprising given that neither party is delivering real change. That鈥檚 why I decided to run for governor as an independent. The nearly 30% of us identifying as independent, along with moderates from both parties, deserve a chance to make our voices heard.

I am committed to ensuring that no child dies in state custody and to moving us out of last place in education. I will support families through state-funded daycare, recognizing that stable families are essential for strong communities. My motto is 鈥淣ew Mexico first,鈥� and I truly believe that stable families lead to safer towns and cities.

It鈥檚 time to acknowledge that our story has more than two sides. We need independent voices alongside Democrats and Republicans. Imagine a general election where you have three choices instead of just two. You have everything to gain by supporting this movement.

I have real solutions for our pressing issues. We need to revisit the 鈥淐atch & Release鈥� policy that allows offenders back onto the streets too quickly. Under my administration, we will strive to ensure we are no longer ranked at the bottom in education. We鈥檒l utilize county indigent funds, opioid settlement revenues and cannabis tax dollars to create treatment facilities for those struggling with substance abuse, rather than leaving them on the streets.

Regarding the housing crisis, I have actionable ideas for investing in affordable housing options and assisting those struggling with rent.

If you believe in a brighter future for New Mexico, I invite you to visit my website at and sign my petition as well as my lieutenant governor running mate, JC Lopez. Together, we can break free from a two-party system that often prioritizes national interests over local needs. Join me and my Lt. Governor candidate, JC Lopez, in pushing for a better future for our state. It鈥檚 time for all voices to be heard in New Mexico.

Ken Miyagishima is the former Las Cruces mayor (2007-2023) and an independent New Mexico gubernatorial candidate.