Doña Ana County District Attorney Susana Martinez, a Republican, will formally announce Friday that she is running for Governor in 2010 according to un-named sources.
Susana has foregone forming an exploratory committee and will make her announcement at a news conference to be held at 5:30 p.m. on Friday, July 17th at Roberto's Restaurant.
Susana who celebrates her birthday today has not confirmed nor denied her decision to run according to sources close to here.
Susana Martinez is Hispanic woman who was raised in El Paso. She has a proven election record of winning against her Democrat opponents by the Democrat cross over vote. As the County's chief prosecutor, she has developed a reputation among lawyers and law enforcement as "tough on crimes." She has been an advocate for strong legislation to protect children and women from abuse. She is serving her third term as the D.A.
New Mexico Democrats are facing daily legal challenges with "pay to play" charges and other ethical violations, Susana will be a new fresh face with strong legal experience and will probably be the "Poster Child" for legal reform for the State of New Mexico.
Susana will face challenges herself with fundraising, voters in Albuquerque and the Eastern part of NM who primarily vote "white male."
Susana is married to Chuck Franco who currently serves as the "Under Sheriff" for Dona Ana County.
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