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New Mexicans vote in gubernatorial primaries as revenue soars from oil boom
- New Mexico voters choose Democratic and Republican gubernatorial nominees amid an oil-fueled revenue surge and asks about how to spend windfall
- Deb Haaland seeks the Democratic nomination and could become the first Native American woman governor if elected
- The race features criticism over Haaland’s Epstein flight although she says she was unaware of Epstein’s role
- Sam Bregman argues his prosecutorial experience makes him best positioned on crime and immigration issues
- Republican candidates emphasize stabilizing healthcare and attracting employers to counter budget strains
- Open primaries allow roughly 23% unaffiliated voters to participate, shaping the nomination outcomes
- Oil windfall fuels debates on how to fund social programs and tax policies
- State faces ongoing challenges including violent crime and underperforming schools despite revenue gains
- Haaland campaigns on reducing costs for families and highlighting her roots in the state
- Background on background and context of the race includes endorsements and fundraising dynamics
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