Nathan Small
Nathan Small (Democratic) is the incumbent member of the New Mexico House of Representatives representing District 36 (Doña Ana County) and a candidate for re-election on the November 3, 2026 general election ballot. Serves in the New Mexico Legislature (Representative since 2017), representing Doña Ana County. Professional background: Conservation.
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“It's been an honor to represent you in the NM State House serving District 36. I am running for re-election because I love our community. I want to work with each and every one of you to continue bringing more jobs to our district, conserving our natural resources, and investing in our future together.”
(Nathan Small Campaign Website) “I understand hard work and am excited to continue working for you. I am proud to be a third-generation New Mexican from a family of teachers and ranchers. My mother, the daughter of a rancher, was an educator at a New Mexico state prison and at several community colleges here. I grew up in El Cerro Mission in a single-wide trailer with a communal well.”
(Nathan Small Campaign Website) “I'm a lifelong outdoorsman and I have a passion for public service. I was elected to the Las Cruces City Council in 2007, where I led the effort to create the City of Las Cruces Sustainability Officer and to focus on economic development and care for existing neighborhoods. I have served Las Cruces in the State Legislature since 2016.”
(Nathan Small Campaign Website)Julia Ruiz
Julia Ruiz (Republican) is a 2026 candidate for the New Mexico House of Representatives representing District 36 (Doña Ana County) on the November 3, 2026 general election ballot.
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“She's not funded by insiders or party bosses. Julia is supported by everyday people — those who are fed up with the same tired excuses from politicians like Nathan Small. While he dodges accountability, Julia demands answers. While he boasts about budgets, she asks: where's the money going? Why are our schools still falling short? Why are small businesses still struggling? And why are working families under more pressure than ever?”
(Julia Ruiz Campaign Website) “End Wasteful Spending - Fight for Accountability Taxpayer money should work for you, not be wasted on pet projects that help politicians more than people. Right now, there's no return on investment for what we're spending. Julia will fight to end reckless spending and demand transparency and accountability for every dollar.”
(Julia Ruiz Campaign Website) “Taxpayer money should work for you, not be wasted on pet projects that help politicians more than people. Right now, there's no return on investment for what we're spending. Julia will fight to end reckless spending and demand transparency and accountability for every dollar.”
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