Early Voting Has Started. Albuquerque, Are We Ready to Defeat Darren White’s Regressive Policies? | | By Jacob Trujillo, Chair, Democratic Party of Bernalillo County | | |
Early voting is underway from December 1 to December 6, and I want to speak directly to every Democrat across Bernalillo County. This runoff will decide the future of our city. The direction of public safety, housing, economic opportunity, and community well being is in our hands, and the outcome depends on who shows up this week.
Runoff elections are quiet. They come quickly and are easy to miss. That is why our participation matters. When fewer people vote, the voices shaping our neighborhoods come from a smaller group of residents. When Democrats vote, we lift up policies rooted in dignity, service, and long term progress.
Mayor Tim Keller has spent eight years rebuilding systems that keep communities safe. Crime is declining, APD is stronger, and the Community Safety Department has become a national model. Keller expanded treatment beds, invested in housing, and strengthened outreach to families in crisis. These efforts help people every day and set Albuquerque up for a stronger future.
This progress is on the line. Darren White is offering a return to outdated tactics that failed Albuquerque before. His record shows reactive approaches and harmful policies, and he would align our city with national agendas that do not reflect our values. We have already seen how Trump has targeted blue cities across the country. Darren White would welcome that playbook, and Albuquerque cannot afford leadership that opens the door to federal intimidation or division.
Mayor Keller enters this final stretch with support from unions, Congresswoman Melanie Stansbury, Albuquerque Indivisible, Alex Uballez, the Albuquerque Police Officers Association, and community organizations across our city, plus so many more. These endorsements reflect a broad, united recognition that Albuquerque needs steady leadership focused on building solutions, not tearing them down.
Early voting continues through December 6 from 10 AM to 7 PM at seventeen locations across the city. Same day registration is available at every site. The Clerk’s full list of voting locations is here:
https://www.bernco.gov/clerk/absentee-and-early-voting-locations/
If you can vote early, please make your plan this week. Bring someone with you. Text your friends. Remind your neighbors. Many people do not realize there is a December election, and your reminder may be the reason they show up.
I am also asking every Democrat to volunteer for just one hour this week. One hour of calls. One hour of knocking a few doors. One hour helping spread voting information. A single hour can shift turnout in a meaningful way, and the campaign has options for both in person and virtual participation.
City Council Districts 1 and 3 are also on the ballot. District 1 features two strong Democrats, and District 3 needs us to elect Stephanie Telles against a MAGA backed opponent fueled by corporate dark money. These seats will shape how our city invests in public safety, infrastructure, and neighborhood services.
Early voting has begun. This is when it matters. Albuquerque thrives when we show up for each other. Let’s vote, let’s volunteer, and let’s keep our city moving forward.
| | We're always on the lookout for articles, podcasts, YouTube videos, and other pieces of media to help engage local Democrats. If there's something you read, watched, or listened to this week that impacted you, email us at info@bernalillodems.org with a link and a quick note about why you want to share it. | |
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Early Voting December 1-6
Run Off Election December 9
This runoff election will shape the next chapter of Albuquerque’s story — and the stakes couldn’t be higher. From how we keep our streets safe, to how our children learn, to what kind of city we’re building for the future — it all depends on what we do right now.
The contests for Mayor — between Tim Keller and Darren White — and for City Council in Districts 1 and 3 will be razor-close. Every conversation, every door knock, every vote will make a difference.
Early voting continues through December 6 from 10 AM to 7 PM at seventeen locations across the city. Same day registration is available at every site. The Clerk’s full list of voting locations is here:
https://www.bernco.gov/clerk/absentee-and-early-voting-locations/
Here’s how we can step up and make sure Albuquerque moves forward, not backward:
🚪 Knock on Doors
Talk to your neighbors, share what’s at stake, and remind them to vote.
City council and mayoral campaigns are hosting canvass launches every week — check their pages or reach out directly for times and locations. DPBC will also host joint launches with the candidates.
✊ Show Up
Be present at campaign events, rallies, and volunteer meetups. Your energy inspires others to act.
📞 Make the Calls
Mayor Keller phonebank to connect with voters across the city and help turn out the vote. Sundays: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM Wednesdays: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
💙 Donate What You Can
Every contribution, no matter the size, fuels these campaigns and keeps the fight going strong.
Mayor
City Council
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Democrats, we encourage you to submit your events!
Events and community announcements are displayed in chronological order with no preference in a Democratic primary.
Note that as of this issue we are dividing the announcements into three sections, This Week's One-Time Events; Recurring Campaign Events; and Other Recurring Events.
Event submission deadline: Events submitted after 5 p.m. Friday will not appear in the following Tuesday's Blue Review."
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Be sure to check it for the most up-to-date information.
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Please Join Jason Greenlee & Libby Radosevich with Mark & Shana Baker, Ian & Meg King, Josh & Laurie Boone, Ben Sherman, Lauren Riley, Erin Ferreira, Brian Morris for a Meet & Greet To Support Judge Kris Houghton, Judge Matthew Chavez, Judge Diana Garcia, Judge Andrea Inez Gunderson & Judge Ramon Maestas
Thursday, December 4th 5:30-7 p.m.
Home of Libby Radosevich & Jason Greenlee
302 15th Street SW Albuquerque, NM 87104
RSVP to Brian Morris at MorrisStrategies@gmail.com
| | Support the NM Senate Democrats | |
Join us and meet new members of the Senate Democratic Caucus and catch up with familiar faces.
Thursday, December 4, 2025
5:30pm - 7:00pm
At the home of John B. Strong and Carlos Acosta - RSVP for address
RSVP to Doug Gibson, doug@nmsdcc.com
| | Runoff Countdown: Let’s Finish Strong for Tim Keller! | | |
Join us now through Election Day — December 9!
The choice is clear — we must re-elect Tim Keller and defeat MAGA-aligned
Darren White.
🗓️ Weekend Walks
Saturdays: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Sundays: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Prefer to go on your own?
You can walk or make calls anytime — we’ll provide all materials, lists, and training.
📞 Phonebanks
Sundays: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Wednesdays: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Sign up here now: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdp1vjhRH-1VthA7vTnorO3kM6xzam2nCiTAYT3HK5dKN1b1Q/viewform
57 Democratic Party Ward Cluster Doorknock Strategy
We’re asking every ward cluster to help turn out voters across Albuquerque.
Let’s show up big in every neighborhood — rain, snow, and even after Thanksgiving!
Contact Danny Bernal, Jr at 505-221-6694 or at info@MayorTimKeller.com
| | Sam Bregman's New Mexicans Helping New Mexicans Food Drive | |
New Mexicans helping New Mexicans.
Team Bregman is stepping up to support our community during these challenging times. We’re collecting canned goods and non-perishables at our Albuquerque headquarters. 5323 Menaul Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87110
If you’d like to contribute or have questions, please contact Delilah. Delilah@bregmanfornm.com
| | Our Community Our Voice - NE Heights Dems | | |
Every Thursday, the corner of Paseo del Norte & Ventura NE (by Trader Joe’s and Albertsons) becomes more than just pavement — it becomes the people’s pulpit. From Noon to 1 PM, voices rise, signs lift, and hearts unite under one banner: Our Community, Our Voices!
We’re not just protesting — we’re proclaiming.
We’re saying no to tyranny, no to cruelty, and YES to the enduring promise that government of the people, by the people, and for the people shall not perish from the earth.
Bring your passion, your poster, and your presence. Whether you’ve marched a thousand times or never before — this is your moment to stand tall, speak loud, and show that Albuquerque’s NE Heights has fire in its soul and love in its purpose.
Because when neighbors gather, democracy breathes again. 🌹💙
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JOIN US every Tuesday 11am-noon AND every Saturday 11am-noon (NEW starting Nov. 1) to protest
the chaos, divisiveness, cruelty &
lawlessness of the Trump administration. We gather at the corners of Montgomery and Juan Tabo NE. Plenty of parking on all corners. Bring your signs, your voices,
instruments and friends!
Let’s make some good trouble!
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JOIN US every Tuesday 11am-noon AND every Saturday 11am-noon (NEW starting Nov. 1) to protest
the chaos, divisiveness, cruelty &
lawlessness of the Trump administration. We gather at the corners of Montgomery and Juan Tabo NE. Plenty of parking on all corners. Bring your signs, your voices,
instruments and friends!
Let’s make some good trouble!
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Protesting Tesla is stopping Musk. Stopping Musk will save lives and our democracy. The stakes couldn't be higher. But no one is coming to save us.
We need you!! Join us and protest all that the Trump administration has done and continues to do to hurt people and our country.
We are out there every single Saturday protesting in front of the Tesla Dealership. The more the merrier!
The dealership is on Indian land and we do not have permission to go on the property. Instead we gather at the huge intersection of Hwys 550 and 528 across from the Tesla Showroom in Bernalillo.
You may have heard that Elon said he is “stepping back” from DOGE to get back to the business of Tesla. Don’t believe it for a minute. We can’t let up now because
- his people are still installed across the government
- he’s already done enormous damage
- he’ll continue using Tesla stock to fund assaults on democracy
- other billionaires are watching closely to see what happens
We MUST double down on protests, pull more people in, and keep up the heat. See you Saturdays!!
This event is endorsed by Rio Grande Indivisible, Albuquerque Indivisible and Sandoval Indivisible.
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