Leighton Craig Cornish

Economy

I believe now is the time to bring industry from China to New Mexico. Learn more

Education

I would like to see some basics reinstated into our school systems. A modern revamping of Home Economics would be one. The curriculum should include teaching finance rates, how to purchase homes and vehicles, how to budget finances, nutrition classes, and healthy meal preparation. Learn more

Training programs during high school should be made available to those students. I would like to see industry welcomed in New Mexico. The industry that would partner with our School Boards and Vo-Techs so a student would have a job waiting upon graduation. Right here in New Mexico. Learn more

Guns

Supporter of the 2nd Amendment. Learn more

My position on Red Flag Laws is that they are illegal and need immediate repeal. Learn more

Immigration

I am for legal immigration -- as a State Senator, I would be only concerned with our border with Mexico, acknowledging illegal immigration happens on our northern border and coasts that I also do not support. Illegal immigrants are most often paid “under the table.” Employers benefit by not having to pay State and Federal payroll taxes on these employees. Learn more

Legislation

I will fight to bring back the values that we New Mexicans believe in, Faith, Family, and Freedom. I will fight to reverse the Bridge-Too-Far legislation that occurred during this past legislative session. Learn more

Taxes / Budget

We need to adjust corporate tax. New Mexico can’t compete for good jobs and good industries against other states without adjusting corporate taxes. While corporations would pay lower corporate taxes, they would create jobs, offer health insurance, and payroll taxes would be paid. Learn more