Mimi Stewart (born January 27, 1947) is an American politician serving as a member of the New Mexico Senate, representing District 17 since December 2014. She was appointed to replace Tim Keller, who was elected to state auditor.
Stewart previously served in the New Mexico House of Representatives, representing district 21 from January 1995 until her appointment to the Senate.
Education:
- Bachelor of Arts degree from Boston University
- Bachelor of Science from Wheelock College
- Additional graduate courses at the University of New Mexico
Elections:
- In the 2016 primary election, Stewart defeated Shannon Robinson with 58.6% of the votes.
- She was endorsed by the Albuquerque Journal in the primary.
- Stewart was unopposed in both the 2014 and 2012 elections.
- In 1994, she challenged District 21 Republican Representative Patricia Baca and won the Democratic Primary.
- Stewart has consistently won elections in subsequent years.
Professional Experience:
- Before entering politics, Stewart worked as a special education teacher in the Albuquerque Public School system.
