From Chaparral to the Capitol: Ben Luna’s Run for Change

About this episode

Ben Luna discusses his campaign for House District 53 and his vision for leadership in Chaparral.

In this week’s episode of the Chile Wire, we sit down with House District 53 candidate Ben Luna to talk about the story behind his campaign and what’s driving his run for office. Ben shares his personal background, the experiences that shaped his values, and the path that led him to step into the political arena. Representing the community of Chaparral, New Mexico, he discusses the unique challenges facing the district and why he believes now is the time to bring new leadership and a strong voice to Santa Fe. We also dive into his priorities, what he hopes to accomplish if elected, and how he plans to advocate for the people of District 53. From local concerns to broader policy goals, Ben lays out his vision for better representing and delivering results for his community. Tune in for a candid conversation about leadership, service, and the future of Chaparral.

People in this episode

Host: Abe Baldonado

Guest: Ben Luna

Topics covered

• political campaign
• leadership
• community challenges
• local governance
• advocacy

Keywords

• Ben Luna
• Chaparral
• politics
• House District 53
• leadership
• advocacy
• New Mexico

Mentioned in this episode

Places: Chaparral, New Mexico, Santa Fe, House District 53

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