I didn't have a whole lot of role models to say, 'This much is possible, versus this much.' So I finally said, 'I think I'd like to be a mayor. I'd like to pull together a city and help do good things.' Susana Martinez cityfinallygood share on social
We need to grow the private sector in every corner of New Mexico. Susana Martinez cornergrowmexico Change image and share on social
My parents grew that small business from one 18-year-old guarding a bingo to more than 125 employees in three states. And sure, there was help along the way. But my parents took the risk. They stood up. And you better believe they built it. Susana Martinez bingobuildbusiness share on social
I registered Democrat because my parents did. They were, we were. There was no thinking behind it. Susana Martinez democratparentregister Change image and share on social
During my administration, we've welcomed a broad and diverse group of industries to New Mexico, including high-tech and traditional manufacturing, health care, information technology and finance. Some are homegrown New Mexico companies; others are global leaders in their industries. Susana Martinez administrationbroadcare share on social
I think politicians nationwide have earned a reputation sometimes that is very unfavorable because they will say things and then do something else when they get into office. Susana Martinez earnnationwideoffice Change image and share on social
Gangs have evolved. The stereotypical gang member covered in tattoos and wearing colors does not really exist any more. There's this fear that it could be any kid, but by any kid, that means any Latino kid. Susana Martinez colorcoverevolve share on social
At 18, I guarded the parking lot at the Catholic Church bingos. Now, my dad made sure I could take care of myself. I carried a Smith and Wesson .357 Magnum - that gun weighed more than I did! Susana Martinez bingoscarecarry Change image and share on social
I fear some of our leaders today have lost the courage to stand up. What we have now are politicians. They won't offer real plans, and only stand up when they want to blame someone else. Susana Martinez blamecouragefear Change image and share on social
You want to earn the vote of every single person you can... It doesn't matter whether individuals are in need of assistance of the government or individuals who are in college; it doesn't matter. Susana Martinez assistancecollegeearn Change image and share on social
