FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
| Tuesday, Jan. 15th, 2013 | Contact: Ambrosia Ortiz y Prentice, Executive Director |
EMERGE NEW MEXICO WOMEN SWORN IN TO STATE HOUSE
Today, Emily Kane, Georgene Louis, Patricia Roybal Caballero, Stephanie Garcia Richard, and Elizabeth Thomson begin their tenures as New Mexico State Representatives. All five have participated in Emerge New Mexico, the premier training program for Democratic women.
“All of these women are inspiring and true leaders,” said Ambrosia Ortiz y Prentice, Executive Director of Emerge New Mexico. “Their dedication to public service and willingness to work hard to attain these positions are commendable.”
Rep. Kane is from Albuquerque (District 15) and recently served as Captain at the Albuquerque Fire Department.
Rep. Louis, a member of the Pueblo of Acoma, represents the Albuquerque westside (District 26) and is a former State Gaming Representative.
Rep. Roybal Caballero is from the Albuquerque area (District 13) and is a planner, economic developer, and community organizer.
Rep. Garcia Richard represents the Los Alamos area (District 43) and is currently an elementary teacher in Pojoaque.
Rep. Thomson is from Albuquerque (District 24) and is a professional in both healthcare and education.
Ortiz y Prentice commented, “Emerge New Mexico is proud to be working for increased representation of women in elected office and we look forward to the achievements of these newly elected legislators.”