Siah Correa Hemphill
Siah Correa Hemphill is an American politician, educator, and school psychologist who is a member of the New Mexico Senate from the 28th district. Elected in 2020, she assumed office after the resignation of her predecessor in December 2020.
Siah Correa Hemphill | |
|---|---|
| Member of the New Mexico Senate from the 28th district | |
| Assumed office December 31, 2020 | |
| Preceded by | Gabriel Ramos |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Siah Correa |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse | Jay Hemphill |
| Children | 4 |
| Education | Western New Mexico University (BA, MA) |
Early life and education
Hemphill was born and raised in Grant County, New Mexico. She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in elementary education and Master of Arts in school psychology from Western New Mexico University.[1][2]
Career
Prior to entering politics, Hemphill worked as an educator for 25 years. In October 2019, Hemphill announced her intention to challenge incumbent Democrat Gabriel Ramos in the 2020 election.[3][4] Hemphill defeated Ramos in the primary, and defeated Republican nominee James Williams in the November general election.[5]
Personal life
Hemphill and her husband, Jay Hemphill, have four children. One of Hemphill’s sons was born with a genetic disorder and several disabilities.[6]
References
- Blaber, Mona (2020-05-12). "N.M. Senate District 28: Sierra Club endorses Siah Correa Hemphill". Rio Grande Chapter. Retrieved 2020-11-17.
- "Faculty & Staff". Aldo Leopold Charter School. Retrieved 2020-11-17.
- "Siah Correa Hemphill announces candidacy for NM Senate, District 28". www.grantcountybeat.com. Retrieved 2020-11-17.
- Candidate, The. "Q&A: Senate District 28 Siah Correa Hemphill". www.abqjournal.com. Retrieved 2020-11-17.
- Romero, Leah. "Correa Hemphill wins state Senate District 28 race". Silver City Sun-News. Retrieved 2020-11-17.
- "About". Siah Correa Hemphill. Retrieved 2020-11-17.