Speaker Martínez Responds to Passing ofFormer Governor Bill Richardson

Santa Fe, N.M. - Following today’s news that former New Mexico Governor Bill Richardson has passed away, Speaker of the House Javier Martínez issued the following statement. 

“I am deeply saddened to hear of the passing of former Governor Richardson - a lifelong public servant and political giant. Throughout his long career he made a tremendous impact - not only here in New Mexico as our Congressman and Governor, but nationally as a Cabinet Secretary, and internationally, as a champion for the rights of those unjustly detained abroad. 

Governor Richardson was a fierce advocate for New Mexico’s working families and for democracy, human rights, and free speech worldwide. He leaves behind a lasting legacy of service and diplomacy. 

My thoughts and prayers are with his wife Barbara and the entire Richardson family during this difficult time. Vaya con Dios, amigo.”

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