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Longest serving mayor of Las Cruces, NM (2007-2023) NM’s 2nd largest city. Husband, Father, Professor, Business owner, and Former candidate for Governor of NMex

Las Cruces, NM
Joined July 2015
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First, congratulations to @GreggHullforNM and @DebHaalandNM on securing their respective party nominations. The stage is set for November. But for so many New Mexicans, whether you are an Independent, a centrist Democrat, or a moderate Republican, the general election shouldn't just be a choice between two partisan extremes. You deserve a leader focused on our state's future, not Washington D.C. politics. I’m Ken Miyagishima. For 16 years, I had the honor of serving as the Mayor of Las Cruces. I learned that real leadership isn’t about following a party line, it’s about delivering results. That is why I am running as an Independent candidate for Governor of New Mexico, alongside my running mate, JC Lopez for Lieutenant Governor. We are offering a pragmatic, common-sense platform to move NM forward: 🔹 Ending the "catch and release" cycle in our justice system. 🔹 Reforming medical malpractice laws to keep our doctors in the state. 🔹 Reducing the cost of housing construction by 25%. HOW YOU CAN HELP US MAKE HISTORY TODAY: To bypass the establishment party machines and give you a real choice this November, the law requires us to collect thousands of signatures from voters across the state. Signing isn't a commitment to vote for us. It simply says Independent, centrist voices deserve a place at the table. Any registered NM voter can sign, and it will not affect your party affiliation or primary voting. Because the Governor and Lt. Governor run as a team, please sign BOTH of our official Secretary of State electronic petitions right now: 🖋️ Sign for Ken Miyagishima (Governor): 👉 [electronicpetitions.election……] 🖋️ Sign for JC Lopez (Lt. Governor): 👉 [electronicpetitions.election…] Let’s show the political establishment that New Mexicans are ready to put people over politics. Share this post, sign the petitions, and let's get to work! 🤝 #kenfornewmexico
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Congratulations!!💪🏼
James Jones is a different breed. ▪️11th in FBS in rush yds/g (111.1) ▪️13th in FBS in total rush yds (869) ▪️14th in FBS in yds/rush (6.4) #AggieUp x @Tramoney11
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Congratulations to Coach Jason Eck and the UNM Lobos, good job!! New Mexico is proud!! 👍🏼💪🏼@Coach_Eck @UNM @UNMLOBOS @UNMLoboFB
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Hello, New Mexico! Let’s make this headline a reality on November 3rd! I’m Ken Miyagishima, former mayor of Las Cruces. My family and I recently cast our votes for Gregg Hull for Governor! One word matters deeply to me: INTEGRITY. Throughout this campaign, I believe Gregg Hull has taken the high road, focusing on New Mexico’s challenges rather than negative attacks, even when faced with criticism and misleading claims. To me, that reflects the honesty, character, and respect we should expect from our leaders. New Mexico deserves leadership that is honest, trustworthy, transparent, and focused on people rather than politics. Let’s make this headline a reality on November 3rd! This Tuesday, November 3, please make your voice heard and VOTE! Our decisions today will help shape the future of our families and our great state. Thank you, and God bless New Mexico!
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Great player & better kid! Happy for Joey Ortiz stud 3rd baseman of @Brewers & @NMStateBaseball star! Couldn’t get in the stadium during COVID so I let him and Nick Gonzales in 🤦🏽‍♂️ NCAA Tournament & Hall of Fame pic along w/ @AddieMoccia2026 (whose pic is that behind Nick) 🤷🏽‍♂️🤣
Joey Ortiz becomes the first Aggie to play in a World Series and immediately makes an impact!💪 #AggieUp | #ProAggies
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Good job Gov!
New Mexicans show up for one another. Team Hull loaded the truck with your incredibly generous donations for families affected by the flooding in northern New Mexico. To everyone who donated: thank you from the bottom of my heart. Every box represents someone who saw a neighbor in need and chose to help. Your kindness will reach families facing some very difficult days. A special thank-you to St. Felix Pantry for your partnership and support in making this delivery possible. We are grateful to stand alongside you in serving our communities. To our neighbors in northern New Mexico: you are in our hearts, and help is on the way. 💚
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Vote Gregg Hull for New Mexico Governor!
A message from Gregg’s youngest daughter… Dear New Mexico, On November 3, you’ll see my dad’s name on your ballot. It’s hard to put into words what that feels like. I’m proud, of course. But more than anything, I wish every one of you could know him the way we do. Many of you know him as the man who spent 12 years serving Rio Rancho as mayor. We know how much of his heart he poured into that city. He ate, slept, and breathed Rio Rancho. The phone calls, the long days, the showing up—it all mattered to him because the people mattered to him. I sometimes joke that nearly everyone in Rio Rancho must have his personal cell phone number. But that’s my dad. If you needed him, he wanted you to be able to reach him. What you might not know is what it’s like to sit beside him as his daughter, with a ballot in your hands. Before elections, I’ve sat with my dad and gone through the candidates, asking questions and listening. He never told me who I had to vote for. He wanted me to understand my choices and make my own decision. He always taught us girls to look at the person, not just the party. That has stayed with me. And it’s why I want to tell you about the person behind the name on your ballot. He’s kind. He’s silly. He’s incredibly smart, and he’s genuine. He’s the dad we can turn to, the dad who makes us laugh, and the dad we’re so proud to stand beside. Sharing him with New Mexico during this campaign has been emotional. Because to us, this is Dad. Someone we love so much, asking for the chance to serve a state we love, too. I can’t sit beside each of you and walk through your ballot. But I can share why his name means so much to me. I know his heart. I’ve spent my life seeing it. Dad, we are your number one fans. Together. With Dad. All the way. Hull for Governor.
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Amazing job Mr. AG! 👏🏼
A $25 BILLION penalty with nearly 44 million violations. #NewMexico has secured one of the largest financial penalties against a corporation in U.S. history, and a landmark victory holding Facebook accountable under state consumer protection law.⚖️
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I like coffee, but a four-story Starbucks with a rooftop terrace? Now that’s impressive! What city is this amazing Starbucks located in?
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1/6 Deb began her campaign in February 2025, during the Democratic primary process and during that time, Deb Haaland refused to debate either Sam Bregman or myself.
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5/6 It is about having the courage to stand before the voters, defend your positions, answer difficult questions, and demonstrate why you deserve their trust.
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6/6 Debating your opponents should not be optional when you are asking the people of New Mexico to entrust you with leading our state. @ABQJournal @thenewmexican @rgsun @taosnews @lasvegasoptic
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COME MEET THE NEXT GOVERNOR OF NEW MEXICO! A NEW DIRECTION FOR NEW MEXICO Come out for an exciting community rally and be part of the conversation about New Mexico’s future! MUSIC • FOOD • FRIENDS • FUN -Saturday, October 10 -11:00 AM – 1:00 PM -5321 NM-28 • Las Cruces, NM 88005
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Congratulations Coach Tony Sanchez and your NMSU Aggies, good job!! 👏🏼💪🏼 @Coach_TSanchez @NMStateFootball @nmsu
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Good luck Coach Tony Sanchez and your NMSU Aggies! @Coach_TSanchez @nmsu @NMSU_Football
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