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Richard Martinez (politician)

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Richard Martinez
Member of the New Mexico Senate
from the 5th district
In office
2001 – January 19, 2021
Succeeded byLeo Jaramillo
Personal details
BornMarch 7, 1953 (1953-03-07) (age 71)
Española, New Mexico, U.S.
Political partyDemocratic
Residence(s)Española, New Mexico, U.S.
OccupationRetired magistrate judge

Richard C. Martinez (born March 7, 1953) is an American politician, attorney, and retired judge who served as a member of the New Mexico Senate, from 2001 to 2021.[1][2]

In the 2020 Democratic primary, Martinez was defeated by Rio Arriba County Commissioner Leo Jaramillo, who was supported by progressives and criticized Martinez for his moderate voting record.

References

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  1. ^ "Sen. Richard Martinez (D-NM 5th District)". Capwiz.com. Retrieved September 29, 2015.
  2. ^ "State Senator Richard Martinez (Democratic Party)". Retrieved September 29, 2015.
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