Emilia Cortez is an economic development specialist for the Quechan Indian Tribe in Yuma who led the Girl Scouts in Yuma County for more than 15 years. She ran for Yuma County recorder in 2024 and lost to Republican David Lara. Cortez declined the Clean Elections primary debate in June but appeared at the general election debate on September 30, where she said sheriffs are federal employees and was corrected by Rep. Mariana Sandoval. She has not held elected office.
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Top Issues
Water, early childhood services and health care
Professional Experience
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Education
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Political Offices
- Yuma County Recorder
Political Organizations
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