By BEN GOLD-MATEJKA
Los Alamos

I have had the pleasure of knowing Sam LeDoux for the past 7 years, and I believe through his ability to listen, learn, and lead, he will do amazing things for the people of Española as City Councilor.

Throughout my time knowing Sam he would often talk about how he loved Española.

During our conversations he would often speak about the amazing qualities of Española; its fascinating native and Spanish history, its wonderful people, and its pristine natural beauty.

However, he would also explain how much has gone wrong in Española. He spoke with passion when he would recount the rising issues of crime, opioid use, and political ineptitude on the board of supervisors.

Today, Sam is running to create a safer, stronger, and more accountable future for Española. I believe there is no person more qualified to deliver on his promise.