Lupe Diaz is an American politician and pastor serving as a member of the

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from the

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district. He assumed office on November 23, 2021.

Early life and education

A native of

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, Diaz graduated from Bisbee High School. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in theological studies from the School of Bible Theology in

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Career

Since 1988, Diaz has worked as a pastor at Grace Chapel Benson in

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. He also served as a member of the Benson City Council. Diaz is also the president of Grace Christian Center Inc., a non-profit organization. He is also the principal of Grace Christian Academy. Diaz was appointed to the

by the Cochise County Board of Supervisors in November 2021, succeeding Becky Nutt.

References

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