New Mexico GOP: More Winning in Albuquerque (No Forced Sick Leave Ordinance)

WOW!

The Republican Party has racked up some incredible run-off opportunities.

They have a chance of winning the mayor's race in Albuquerque.

What was really good news, too?

The Republicans, the business community, the taxpayers killed a forced sick leave ordinance in the city, too!

New Mexico GOP Chairman Ryan Cangiolosi

Check out the celebratory eblast from New Mexico GOP Chairman Ryan Cangiolosi:

Dear friends, Last night’s election results were pivotal for the city of Albuquerque.  Voters sent a Republican to the run-off election and gave us a chance to elect a pro-business crime fighter as our next mayor. As Republicans, we must come together and unite behind Dan, the leader Albuquerque needs to move our great city forward. Dan’s campaign has been about solutions for igniting economic growth, creating jobs and increasing our public safety. We appreciate both Wayne Johnson and Ricardo Chavez and the level of discussion and innovative ideas they brought to the table through their campaigns. Up and down the ballot, our Republican candidates worked hard, articulated a vision for Albuquerque, and presented voters with a clear choice about the future of the city. I would like to highlight the UNM College Republicans for their dedication and hard work. One very special volunteer deserves particular recognition for his tireless work: thank you to Doug Thomas for all of your time and endless effort. Also, we want to congratulate Robert Aragon as he heads into a runoff in City Council District 5. He has our full support - its time for all of us to unite behind Robert and his campaign.  He will bring principled leadership to the city council.  He will ensure our streets are safer, our economy is stronger and our city is the best place to work and raise a family. Last night also marked a major victory for Albuquerque workers and small business owners. Voters rejected a so-called ‘sick leave’ ordinance that would have led to fewer jobs, lower wages, and reduced benefits. The ordinance proposed to bury small businesses with new regulations that would have made it harder for them to keep their doors open. We owe a debt of gratitude to everyone who worked so hard to defeat this measure and prevent a major hit to Albuquerque’s economy when we can least afford it. Now, it’s imperative for Republicans throughout the city to unite behind Dan Lewis and make him the next mayor of the City of Albuquerque on November 14th! Unified, we face one opponent: Tim Keller. Keller’s record of supporting left-wing legislative initiatives in the New Mexico State Senate tells us exactly what kind of mayor he would be. He is a radical, out-of-touch progressive who will take Albuquerque backwards by raising taxes, supporting job-killing proposals and implementing the most radical liberal policies.  Tim is wrong for Albuquerque. With all of its challenges, Albuquerque needs leadership that can deliver bold solutions. Dan Lewis has proven that he not only talks the talk, but walks the walk. Fighting to make Albuquerque safer and opening doors to new job creation have been at the core of Dan Lewis’ record of accomplishments on the City Council. As a successful business executive, father, husband, and community leader, Dan Lewis is ready to take on the fight to reform and renew Albuquerque. Please join us as we work hard to make him the next mayor of Albuquerque. Onward to Victory, Ryan Cangiolosi Chairman