Former New Mexico senator Clinton Harden, Jr. was known for his political civility, reaching across the political aisle and being an advocate for rural communities and children with autism.

"I think if there was something to take away from his life, it's that we need to turn back to civility and be able to come to the table together as people who want what's best for their state and the country, for that matter," said Kathy Elliott, Harden's friend and lobbying colleague.

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