Dems' primary plan gives Native Americans more power
Summary
New Mexico will hold an early Democratic primary in 2028, putting Native American voters, who make up about 12% of the state, in an influential position in the presidential race. Candidates are beginning to engage with Native leaders and tribal governments to address issues important to Indigenous communities.Key Facts
- New Mexico’s Democratic primary will be held early on February 15, 2028, giving the state more impact in choosing the party nominee.
- Native Americans make up about 12% of New Mexico’s population and include members of 23 federally recognized tribes.
- Native voters in New Mexico have not been a major focus in previous early primaries because those states had fewer Native people.
- Presidential candidates are contacting Native leaders and learning about tribal governments to gain support.
- Tribal issues important to voters include sovereignty (self-government), land and water rights, and rural infrastructure.
- Deb Haaland, former U.S. interior secretary and member of the Laguna Pueblo, is running for New Mexico governor and is a key figure in Native politics.
- Haaland and other Native leaders may influence which 2028 candidates win support in Native communities.
- Native American voters show diverse political views and do not fit neatly into standard progressive or moderate categories.
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