Governor Honors the Life and Legacy of Flamenco Icon Maria Benitez
September 06, 2024
September 06, 2024
SANTA FE, New Mexico, Sept. 6 -- Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham, D-New Mexico, issued the following statement on Sept. 5, 2024:
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Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham today issued the following statement on the passing of Maria Benitez, a legendary flamenco dancer and cultural ambassador for New Mexico:
"Maria Benitez was incredibly important to New Mexico's cultural landscape. Like so many New Mexicans, I grew up with her influence. My parents were eager to e . . .
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Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham today issued the following statement on the passing of Maria Benitez, a legendary flamenco dancer and cultural ambassador for New Mexico:
"Maria Benitez was incredibly important to New Mexico's cultural landscape. Like so many New Mexicans, I grew up with her influence. My parents were eager to e . . .