Nichole Chavez is running for the Republican party; New Mexico House of Representatives seat, District 31. This is why Nicole is running for this seat... Nicole was raised in a staunchly Democratic family yet when she went to the New Mexico Legislature as an advocate for criminal reform in 2016, she quickly found that the progressive Democrats in power cared more about the criminals than the victims. She partnered with strong Republican leaders across the aisle and learned that her conservative values were more aligned with the Republican party and switched her affiliation. Nicole also founded a Victims Advocacy organization; Robbed New Mexico, bringing together families impacted by the escalating violence in our City and State. Nicole has a proven track record of being a strong voice combating crime and representing those often ignored by the judicial system. She is committed to: