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I am El Hijo del Pueblo

When Eddie Hernandez of Mariachi Azteca and I recorded José Alfredo Jiménez’s “El Hijo del Pueblo” at Swan Park a few days ago (check it out below), it wasn’t just about performing a classic ranchera, it was about expressing my… Continue Reading →

After a long day, my frankenstrat calms me

It’s been a lot of work campaigning, even for a “smaller” race such as School Board. I have no clue where I stand in the race, but sometimes it feels ike I have a lot of ground to still cover…. Continue Reading →

It’s time for Santa Fe to trust each other

The hard truth is that, if I had to bet, Santa Fe has lost trust in its elected and appointed officials. In order to help rebuild trust (IF I’m elected), I hope to hold regular town halls with, not only… Continue Reading →

Santa Fe School Board Candidate, Juan Blea, to hold meet and greet

This coming Wednesday, August 13th, 6PM at the Nave Ade Clubhouse (4460 Dancing Ground Rd., Santa Fe, NM 87507), I will host a meet and greet such that interested folks can come and discuss their views on the relationship between… Continue Reading →

Juan Blea School Board Campaign Updates

To be honest, stepping into this campaign hasn’t been easy. I don’t see myself as a politician and I’ve never been much of a salesman. But I believe in connection and I want to meet as many people as I… Continue Reading →

My Name is Juan Blea — I am running for Santa Fe School Board, District 5

After years of working within our community—building culturally responsive systems, mentoring youth, and honoring the traditions that have shaped Northern New Mexico—I’m proud to officially announce my candidacy for the Santa Fe School Board, District 5. I didn’t decide to… Continue Reading →

Please join me March 25th for a free ethics CEU dialogue regarding Santa Fe’s unhoused population

One thing of which I am sure is that without a clear idea of where I’m going, I can not ever get anywhere. I think that idea is true for me and for a lot of people. In my work,… Continue Reading →

Practicing in the arroyo brings my center

Finding my center is important, as every day brings something stressful. Whether it’s work or just life in general, the needs of the day can overwhelm me. I can lose sight of myself, sometimes, and I think most people can… Continue Reading →

Our Music is Wildly Important (video included)

For me, music is the path towards a higher purpose. I can’t quantify it. I can’t put it into words. But music has served me more than I could ever serve it. Recently, Eddie Hernandez of Mariachi Azteca and I… Continue Reading →

For me, music heals and transforms

Music has an extraordinary ability to transcend the boundaries of language and connect with our deepest emotions. It’s not just about melodies and rhythms. Each song is its own path that has the power to heal and elevate our spirits…. Continue Reading →

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