Hi there,

Tomorrow, our campaign will celebrate one of the most important moments of our journey so far.

At the Democratic Party of New Mexico's Pre-Primary Nominating Convention on Saturday, Ben Ray will stand in front of delegates from New Mexico’s 33 counties and ask them to nominate him as our state’s Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate.

This nomination will be a historic moment. Over the course of his career, Ben Ray has worked to elect people of color up and down the ballot. When we win in November, he will be the first Hispanic senator from New Mexico in more than 40 years.

During his speech, Ben Ray will tell the story of why he fights so hard for our communities. As the son of generations of New Mexicans who worked the land, valued hard work, and believed in the greatness of community, Ben Ray knows that New Mexican values and New Mexican voices need to be at the table in the U.S. Senate to tackle the challenges of today.

Since this campaign launched last April, our strength has come from hard-working volunteers, small-dollar donors, and enthusiastic voices like yours. We’re deeply grateful for everything you have done to help this campaign grow.

For regular updates on this weekend’s convention, follow along on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram and use the hashtag #PeopleforBen to join the online conversation.

Thank you!

DeChellie Gray and all of Team Luján

POLITICAL UPDATE

FROM TAOS TO CARLSBAD, TEAM LUJÁN IS ON THE MOVE!

Over the last two months, counties across New Mexico have held conventions to select the delegates who will represent their communities at tomorrow’s convention.

Team Luján was proud to have a presence at every county convention, and we were thankful for the opportunity to speak to voters across the state about Ben Ray’s ideas and platform.

These conventions are the cornerstones of the Democratic process and it is in these union halls and community centers that the movement to keep New Mexico blue is reborn each election year.

THE TRUMP CAMPAIGN IS BACK — BUT WE’RE FIGHTING HARDER THAN EVER.

Last September, President Trump visited New Mexico for a campaign mega-rally where he pledged to flip our state red in 2020. Since that rally, his campaign has been on a hiring spree, with plans to bring dozens of operatives into New Mexico. On Tuesday, President Trump reiterated his plans to compete in New Mexico, declaring “Say hello to the people of New Mexico. I’ll be there soon.”

Ben Ray takes these Republican investments extremely seriously. Sixteen years ago, George W. Bush’s campaign inundated New Mexico state with organizers and won our five electoral votes, helping him secure a second term in office. The stakes of the 2020 election are high, and our campaign will be fighting tooth-and-nail to keep New Mexico blue.

If you would like to support our voter registration and mobilization efforts, click the button below to make a contribution. Every contribution counts — and each one is appreciated.

Support our campaign!

BEN RAY EARNS THE ENDORSEMENT OF THE NATIONAL ORGANIZATION FOR WOMEN

In February, our campaign was honored to receive the endorsement of the National Organization for Women (NOW). NOW has fought to advance equality and justice for more than fifty years, and Ben Ray is honored to have their support.

FIELD UPDATE

EXCITED ABOUT BEN RAY? TELL US ABOUT IT!

Team Luján is collecting endorsement videos from people across New Mexico who support our campaign. If you would like to add your voice, email [email protected] and we’ll be in touch with more information.

JOIN OUR TEXTING TEAM! Texting is one of the best ways to mobilize voters, and our volunteer texting team will play a major role in recruiting volunteers and communicating with voters throughout the campaign.

All you need to join the texting team is a strong internet connection and passion for our campaign. Participating in our texting team is a great opportunity to make a difference from the comfort of your own home.

Join our Texting Team!

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