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Candidates split on local role on immigration, unite on protecting residents and rights
City of Santa Fe — District 2 candidate forum · January 18, 2026
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Summary
At the District 2 forum candidates largely supported protecting immigrant rights and providing education and resources; some emphasized law and federal responsibility while others urged sanctuary‑oriented protections and local outreach.
Candidates addressed what role the city should play on immigration, offering a mix of legal, educational and enforcement‑boundary perspectives.
Cam Crawford said Santa Fe should "stand up for our immigrant tradition" and work to keep Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) out of schools, adding he would "work with…
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