Anthony Allison (politician) explained

Anthony Allison
Office:Member of the
New Mexico House of Representatives
from the 4th district
Termstart:January 15, 2019
Predecessor:Sharon Clahchischilliage
Party:Democratic
Education:Eastern New Mexico University (no degree)

Anthony Allison is an American politician and retired electrician serving as a member of the New Mexico House of Representatives from the 4th district, which includes San Juan County, New Mexico.[1]

Early life and education

Allison is a member of the Navajo Nation. After graduating from Gallup High School, Allison attended Eastern New Mexico University for two years.[2]

Career

Prior to his retirement, Allison worked as a journeyman electrician. He also founded Navajo Voters Coalition, an organization specializing in the expansion of voting rights in his district. He defeated incumbent Republican Sharon Clahchischilliage in the 2018 election and took office on January 15, 2019.[3] [4]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Legislator - New Mexico Legislature. 2020-06-04. www.nmlegis.gov.
  2. Web site: Candidate. The. Q&A: House District 4 candidate Anthony Allison. 2020-06-04. www.abqjournal.com. en-US.
  3. Web site: Anthony Allison. 2020-06-04. Ballotpedia. en.
  4. Web site: 2018-08-28. Meet Anthony. 2020-06-04. Anthony Allison. en-US.