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November 3, 2026 New Mexico General Election

Candidates for United States Representative District 1, New Mexico

Ndidiamaka Ekwua Charlene Okpareke - R

►Websitewww.didiforcongress.com

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Melanie Ann Stansbury - D

►Websitewww.melaniefornewmexico.com

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Melanie Ann Stansbury

Biographical

General Philosophy

Personal and Family

Professional Experience

Political Experience

Accomplishments and Awards

Educational Background

Reasons & Objectives

Why I Am Running for Public Office

Goals If Elected

Areas to Concentrate On

Housing & Communities

Public Safety

Health & Medical

Healthcare

Medicare

Women's Health & Reproduction

Immigration, Border Security, Terrorism & Homeland Security

Immigration Policy & Reform

Foreign Policy

Israel

Gaza

Israel, Hamas and Palestinian Conflict

China

Russia

Ukraine

Endorsments, Voting, Elections, Politics & Government

Organization Endorsements

Government Transparency

Jobs, Economy, Trade, Business, Industry & Agriculture

Economy

Infrastructure

Paid Maternity, Family & Medical Leave

Labor, Wages & Unions

Minimum Wage

Paid Maternity, Family & Medical Leave

Education & Schools

Education

Environment & Climate Change

Environment

Climate Change & Global Warming

Public Lands & Water

Poverty, Welfare & Hunger

Welfare

Courts, Laws & Justice

Racial Justice, Equality & Equity

Civil, Religious, LGBTQ & Human Rights

LGBTQ+

Native Americans & Indigenous People

Women’s Rights

Values, Religion, Family, Patriotism & Public Service

Child Care

Marijuana, Illegal Drugs, Alcohol, Cigarettes, Gambling & Prostitution

Marijuana

Infrastructure & Transportation

Infrastructure

Technology, Internet, Social Media, Science & Space

TikTok

Federal Budget & Fiscal Policy

Federal Budget

Minorities

Native Americans & Indigenous People

Sex & Sexuality

LGBTQ+

Consumers & Food

Domestic Food Security