Alberson pursues state Senate seat

Alberson pursues state Senate seat

Sun-News report
LAS CRUCES — Cathey Alberson, a Republican, has announced her intention to run for the New Mexico Senate in District 37.

The district has been represented for the past four years by Steve Fischmann, a Democrat, who has announced that he will not seek re-election. Before that it had been held for several years by Republican Lee Rawson.

The her announcement, Alberson described herself as a native New Mexican who earned her bachelor’s of finance degree from NMSU and is a small business owner along with her husband, Dennis.

"Cathey is committed to Las Cruces, and knows the importance of community service," the announcement states. "She has been active in the Junior League and the Republican Party of Doña Ana County. Cathey has a heart for our youth, working with organizations that provide political education to our young people and encouraging them to be involved in their community, state, and nation. As a tennis coach for our youth, she has promoted active participation in the United States Tennis Association."

Alberson has also served other communities through mission trips to Juárez, New Orleans, and various cities in Texas, he announcement states.

"Cathey believes it is a moral responsibility to be involved in the lives of others and to serve them as opportunities arise," the announcement states. "As a mother of five, Cathey is passionate to see families represented and supported in the New Mexico Legislature. She sees a need for small businesses of New Mexico to have a voice in Santa Fe. The next generation will have to live with the decisions and actions of this generation and Cathey is resolute about leaving a legacy of ethical standards in business and life, while teaching young people how to be involved and responsible for their state."

The primary election is on June 5. The general election is on Nov. 6.