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 byGabriel Ramos
Personal details
BornSiah Correa
Political partyDemocratic
Spouse(s)Jay Hemphill
Children4
EducationWestern 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
  1. Blaber, Mona (2020-05-12). "N.M. Senate District 28: Sierra Club endorses Siah Correa Hemphill". Rio Grande Chapter. Retrieved 2020-11-17.
  2. "Faculty & Staff". Aldo Leopold Charter School. Retrieved 2020-11-17.
  3. "Siah Correa Hemphill announces candidacy for NM Senate, District 28". www.grantcountybeat.com. Retrieved 2020-11-17.
  4. Candidate, The. "Q&A: Senate District 28 Siah Correa Hemphill". www.abqjournal.com. Retrieved 2020-11-17.
  5. Romero, Leah. "Correa Hemphill wins state Senate District 28 race". Silver City Sun-News. Retrieved 2020-11-17.
  6. "About". Siah Correa Hemphill. Retrieved 2020-11-17.
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