/tags/frank-smith Frank Smith en-US Copyright Tue, 29 Oct 2024 23:55:27 GMT /local-news/2024-10-29/a-democratic-challenger-to-the-no-2-nm-house-republican-faces-an-uphill-battle The last time a Democrat held the Rio Rancho area’s House District 23, it included Corrales. So, it was a lot bluer back then. After redistricting, voters overwhelmingly elected Republican Rep. Alan Martinez. Now, Democratic challenger Frank Smith is trying to flip the district back against the odds. Tue, 29 Oct 2024 23:55:27 GMT /local-news/2024-10-29/a-democratic-challenger-to-the-no-2-nm-house-republican-faces-an-uphill-battle Nash Jones