I went to law school. And I became a prosecutor. I took on a specialty that very few choose to pursue. I prosecuted child abuse and child homicide cases. Cases that were truly gut-wrenching. But standing up for those kids,… — Susana Martinez Copy Share Image
The criminal justice system should have the authority to determine the immigration status of all criminals, regardless of race or ethnicity, and report illegal immigrants who commit crimes to federal authorities. — Susana Martinez Copy Share Image
I hope I've been able to show other young girls that as long as you work hard and you're committed to fight for your… — Susana Martinez Copy Share Image
I fear some of our leaders today have lost the courage to stand up. What we have now are politicians. They won't offer real… — Susana Martinez Copy Share Image
Growing up I never imagined a little girl from a border town could one day become a governor. But this is America. In America… — Susana Martinez Copy Share Image
I've always known that my father's father and grandfather and grandmother were from Mexico. I've never denied it. I've always said it. — Susana Martinez Copy Share Image
My parents grew that small business from one 18-year-old guarding a bingo to more than 125 employees in three states. And sure, there was… — Susana Martinez Copy Share Image
In New Mexico, I inherited the largest structural deficit in state history, and our legislature is controlled by Democrats. We don't always agree, but… — Susana Martinez Copy Share Image
I registered Democrat because my parents did. They were, we were. There was no thinking behind it. — Susana Martinez Copy Share Image
We talked about many issues, like welfare, is it the way of life or hand up? Talked about size of government, how much should… — Susana Martinez Copy Share Image
At 18, I guarded the parking lot at the Catholic Church bingos. Now, my dad made sure I could take care of myself. I… — Susana Martinez Copy Share Image
There is one candidate in this election who will protect that dream. One leader who will fight hard to keep the promise of America… — Susana Martinez Copy Share Image
Success is the American Dream. And that success is not something to be ashamed of, or to demonize. — Susana Martinez Copy Share Image
