Milan Simonich

Defeat in a high-profile election doesn't always end a candidate's political career, but there are exceptions.

Santa Fe's incumbent created a bigger government. Top-heavy and sluggish, it failed everyone but highly paid bureaucrats.

Without solid evidence, the campaign manager for Justin Greene tossed out the possibility of Michael Garcia being involved in crimes.

Many expect wholesale changes from Alan Webber's successor. But retaining an experienced pro can get the new mayor off to a faster start.

Candidates still rely on the old strategy of building name ID with yard signs. It's a rare circumstance when signs matter anymore.

Santa Fe voters opted for a full-time mayor, a system that was implemented in 2018. Government has since become less efficient.

Almost five years and at least $650,000 have been wasted on whether the obelisk should be rebuilt. The answer is a resounding "yes."

Tarin Nix and Oscar Rodríguez have permission from their bosses to run for mayor while working at government agencies.

Political news releases pour into email boxes each day. These offerings might be more likely to raise eyebrows than inform.

Letitia Montoya has never won an election, but she says a nonpartisan race plays to her strength. Her baggage includes two bankruptcies.