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Federal

Vice President Kamala Harris is the Democratic nominee to serve as the 47th President of the United States. The daughter of Indian and Jamaican immigrants, Harris' election would represent a historic achievement for women and underrepresented communities across the nation.

Born on October 20, 1964, in Oakland, California, Harris attended the historically Black Howard University, then graduating from University of California College of the Law, San Francisco. Harris was elected in 2003 as District Attorney of San Francisco, working to reduce recidivism and combat injustice against vulnerable populations. In 2010, Harris was elected California's Attorney General, winning re-election in 2014 before successfully running for the U.S. Senate in 2016. In 2020, Harris was chosen by now-President Joe Biden to serve as the first woman Vice President of the United States.

During Harris' term in the U.S. Senate, she played a central role in fighting back against Donald Trump's Supreme Court Justice appointments, defending the Affordable Care Act that millions of Americans rely on, and working across the aisle on immigration and criminal justice issues. As Vice President, Harris broke a record number of tie votes to pass critical legislation. Harris has promised to sign in to law legislation restoring the abortion rights protections eliminated by the repeal of Roe v. Wade.

Harris' running mate, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, is one of the nation's strongest and most effective progressive chief executives. From humble beginnings as a school teacher and 24 years of enlisted military service, Walz has channeled that experience into tireless advocacy for progressive solutions to the problems faced his state and the nation. As Governor of Minnesota, Walz signed free school meals, abortion rights, and universal background checks for gun purchases into law.

Harris' opponent in the 2024 President race, former President Donald Trump, was ruled ineligible by the Colorado Supreme Court for the presidential ballot on the basis of the 14th Amendment prohibition on candidates for office who have engaged in insurrection. This ruling removing Trump from the ballot was invalidated by the U.S. Supreme Court, but the finding that Trump had engaged in insurrection was not addressed in their decision. Trump continues to assert that he won the 2020 presidential election despite no evidence to support that claim ever emerging. As President, Trump appointed three far-right Justices to the U.S. Supreme Court, skewing the court's bias for a generation and directly resulting in the repeal of the historic Roe v. Wade decision guaranteeing abortion rights. Massive tax cuts for the wealthiest Americans signed into law by Trump helped result in historic deficits under his administration and his successor. After losing the 2020 Presidential election, Trump's refusal to admit defeat resulted in the violent assault on the U.S. Capitol on January 6th, 2021, an event Trump hoped would disrupt the peaceful transfer of power.

The 2024 Presidential election represents both the clearest and most important choice for American voters in generations. For the sake of the rule of law and American democracy, Kamala Harris is the progressive choice to be the next President of the United States.
 

Vice President Kamala Harris is the Democratic nominee to serve as the 47th President of the United States. The daughter of Indian and Jamaican immigrants, Harris' election would represent a historic achievement for women and underrepresented communities across the nation.

Born on October 20, 1964, in Oakland, California, Harris attended the historically Black Howard University, then graduating from University of California College of the Law, San Francisco. Harris was elected in 2003 as District Attorney of San Francisco, working to reduce recidivism and combat injustice against vulnerable populations. In 2010, Harris was elected California's Attorney General, winning re-election in 2014 before successfully running for the U.S. Senate in 2016. In 2020, Harris was chosen by now-President Joe Biden to serve as the first woman Vice President of the United States.

During Harris' term in the U.S. Senate, she played a central role in fighting back against Donald Trump's Supreme Court Justice appointments, defending the Affordable Care Act that millions of Americans rely on, and working across the aisle on immigration and criminal justice issues. As Vice President, Harris broke a record number of tie votes to pass critical legislation. Harris has promised to sign in to law legislation restoring the abortion rights protections eliminated by the repeal of Roe v. Wade.

Harris' running mate, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, is one of the nation's strongest and most effective progressive chief executives. From humble beginnings as a school teacher and 24 years of enlisted military service, Walz has channeled that experience into tireless advocacy for progressive solutions to the problems faced his state and the nation. As Governor of Minnesota, Walz signed free school meals, abortion rights, and universal background checks for gun purchases into law.

Harris' opponent in the 2024 President race, former President Donald Trump, was ruled ineligible by the Colorado Supreme Court for the presidential ballot on the basis of the 14th Amendment prohibition on candidates for office who have engaged in insurrection. This ruling removing Trump from the ballot was invalidated by the U.S. Supreme Court, but the finding that Trump had engaged in insurrection was not addressed in their decision. Trump continues to assert that he won the 2020 presidential election despite no evidence to support that claim ever emerging. As President, Trump appointed three far-right Justices to the U.S. Supreme Court, skewing the court's bias for a generation and directly resulting in the repeal of the historic Roe v. Wade decision guaranteeing abortion rights. Massive tax cuts for the wealthiest Americans signed into law by Trump helped result in historic deficits under his administration and his successor. After losing the 2020 Presidential election, Trump's refusal to admit defeat resulted in the violent assault on the U.S. Capitol on January 6th, 2021, an event Trump hoped would disrupt the peaceful transfer of power.

The 2024 Presidential election represents both the clearest and most important choice for American voters in generations. For the sake of the rule of law and American democracy, Kamala Harris is the progressive choice to be the next President of the United States.
 

Congress

Depending on where you live, you may have one of the below congressional districts on your ballot.

1st Congressional District

Incumbent U.S. Representative Diana DeGette is seeking re-election in Colorado’s 1st Congressional District. DeGette, a lawyer, is Colorado’s most senior national legislator and the dean of its nine-member delegation. DeGette is the ranking Democrat on the House Energy and Commerce Committee’s Energy, Climate, and Grid Security Subcommittee.

A lifelong Denverite, DeGette is a graduate of Denver's South High School, Colorado College, and earned a J.D. from the New York University School of Law. Rep. DeGette has dedicated her career to protecting the environment, expanding access to health care, and fighting for reproductive justice. Before being elected to Congress, DeGette served two terms in the Colorado House of Representatives, where she protected access to abortion clinics. She continues this work in Congress as co-chair of the Pro-Choice Caucus.

DeGette has been recognized for her ability to work across party lines to deliver results. Some of her biggest achievements include playing an important role in the passage of the Affordable Care Act, co-authoring the 21st Century Cures Act, legislation that modernized medical research, and spearheading improvements in protecting our nation’s food supply. DeGette has also been an outspoken advocate for enacting commonsense gun safety measures, safeguarding Colorado’s public lands, and protecting American consumers. 

DeGette's Republican opponent, Valdemar Archuleta, is the chairman of the Log Cabin Republicans of Colorado. Archuleta is a graduate of Denver's George Washington High School.

Diana DeGette is one of the state's longest-serving and most effective progressive leaders. If reelected, DeGette will remain the strong, progressive voice that Denver needs in Washington. She is the clear progressive choice for the 1st Congressional District.
 

Incumbent U.S. Representative Diana DeGette is seeking re-election in Colorado’s 1st Congressional District. DeGette, a lawyer, is Colorado’s most senior national legislator and the dean of its nine-member delegation. DeGette is the ranking Democrat on the House Energy and Commerce Committee’s Energy, Climate, and Grid Security Subcommittee.

A lifelong Denverite, DeGette is a graduate of Denver's South High School, Colorado College, and earned a J.D. from the New York University School of Law. Rep. DeGette has dedicated her career to protecting the environment, expanding access to health care, and fighting for reproductive justice. Before being elected to Congress, DeGette served two terms in the Colorado House of Representatives, where she protected access to abortion clinics. She continues this work in Congress as co-chair of the Pro-Choice Caucus.

DeGette has been recognized for her ability to work across party lines to deliver results. Some of her biggest achievements include playing an important role in the passage of the Affordable Care Act, co-authoring the 21st Century Cures Act, legislation that modernized medical research, and spearheading improvements in protecting our nation’s food supply. DeGette has also been an outspoken advocate for enacting commonsense gun safety measures, safeguarding Colorado’s public lands, and protecting American consumers. 

DeGette's Republican opponent, Valdemar Archuleta, is the chairman of the Log Cabin Republicans of Colorado. Archuleta is a graduate of Denver's George Washington High School.

Diana DeGette is one of the state's longest-serving and most effective progressive leaders. If reelected, DeGette will remain the strong, progressive voice that Denver needs in Washington. She is the clear progressive choice for the 1st Congressional District.
 

2nd Congressional District

Incumbent U.S. Rep. Joe Neguse is running for reelection in Colorado’s 2nd Congressional District. Neguse, a lawyer and the son of Eritrean refugees, is the first and so far only Black American to serve Colorado in Congress. Prior to his election to Congress, Neguse served as a University of Colorado Regent representing the 2nd District and a legislative aide under Colorado Speaker of the House Andrew Romanoff.

Rep. Neguse is the former vice-chair of the Congressional Progressive Caucus, and currently serves as Chair of the Democratic Policy and Communications Committee, in addition to serving on the Rules, Natural Resources and Judiciary Committees. Neguse advocates for bold progressive policies to address the most pressing issues facing our nation, such as Medicare for All and the Green New Deal. His priorities to date in Congress have included lowering prescription drug prices, raising workers’ wages, ensuring greater accountability in government, and protecting public lands, which make up over 50% of his district.

In Rep. Neguse's first two-year term in office after election to Congress in 2018, he introduced more legislation than any freshman lawmaker in the country and has had more legislation signed into law than any member of Colorado’s congressional delegation. As a member of the House Judiciary Committee, Neguse played a key role in holding former President Donald Trump accountable in Trump's second impeachment trial. Before Congress, Neguse fought to expand opportunities for families across Colorado in a variety of roles: as a co-founder of New Era Colorado, the state’s largest youth voter registration and mobilization nonprofit; as a six-term member of CU’s Board of Regents; and as leader of the state’s consumer protection agency for two years.

Neguse is a self-described eternal optimist who will continue to provide Colorado’s 2nd Congressional District with enthusiastic, diligent, and bold representation if reelected.

Rep. Neguse's Republican opponent, Marshall Dawson, is the vice-chairman of the Boulder County Republicans with no elected experience, and is considered a placeholder candidate in a race where Republicans have no realistic chance at winning.

Rep. Joe Neguse has proven himself to be the clear progressive choice for Colorado.

Incumbent U.S. Rep. Joe Neguse is running for reelection in Colorado’s 2nd Congressional District. Neguse, a lawyer and the son of Eritrean refugees, is the first and so far only Black American to serve Colorado in Congress. Prior to his election to Congress, Neguse served as a University of Colorado Regent representing the 2nd District and a legislative aide under Colorado Speaker of the House Andrew Romanoff.

Rep. Neguse is the former vice-chair of the Congressional Progressive Caucus, and currently serves as Chair of the Democratic Policy and Communications Committee, in addition to serving on the Rules, Natural Resources and Judiciary Committees. Neguse advocates for bold progressive policies to address the most pressing issues facing our nation, such as Medicare for All and the Green New Deal. His priorities to date in Congress have included lowering prescription drug prices, raising workers’ wages, ensuring greater accountability in government, and protecting public lands, which make up over 50% of his district.

In Rep. Neguse's first two-year term in office after election to Congress in 2018, he introduced more legislation than any freshman lawmaker in the country and has had more legislation signed into law than any member of Colorado’s congressional delegation. As a member of the House Judiciary Committee, Neguse played a key role in holding former President Donald Trump accountable in Trump's second impeachment trial. Before Congress, Neguse fought to expand opportunities for families across Colorado in a variety of roles: as a co-founder of New Era Colorado, the state’s largest youth voter registration and mobilization nonprofit; as a six-term member of CU’s Board of Regents; and as leader of the state’s consumer protection agency for two years.

Neguse is a self-described eternal optimist who will continue to provide Colorado’s 2nd Congressional District with enthusiastic, diligent, and bold representation if reelected.

Rep. Neguse's Republican opponent, Marshall Dawson, is the vice-chairman of the Boulder County Republicans with no elected experience, and is considered a placeholder candidate in a race where Republicans have no realistic chance at winning.

Rep. Joe Neguse has proven himself to be the clear progressive choice for Colorado.

3rd Congressional District

Adam Frisch is running for Congress in Colorado's 3rd Congressional District, a seat currently held by one of the most controversial members of Congress, Rep. Lauren Boebert, who announced in December of 2023 she would run in the 4th District rather than face Frisch in a rematch after barely winning the race by 546 votes in 2022. Before running for Congress, Frisch served the residents of Aspen and Pitkin County as an Aspen city councilor and the chairman of the Pitkin County financial review committee. Frisch is a graduate of the University of Colorado at Boulder with a degree in economics.

If elected, Frisch has promised to lead with the priorities of the Third District first and partisan considerations second, and has vowed to represent stakeholders on all sides of the economic and environmental issues affecting Western and Southern Colorado.

Frisch's Republican opponent Jeff Hurd is an attorney with the Ireland Stapleton firm based in Grand Junction and has no experience in elected office. Hurd has expressed support for Donald Trump's anti-immigrant and natural resource exploitation agenda. Hurd was endorsed in the GOP primary by a number of Republican elected officials over Boebert including former Gov. Bill Owens.

The Third Congressional District is drawn with a significant but not insurmountable Republican advantage. Adam Frisch is without question the better candidate to represent the Third Congressional District.

Adam Frisch is running for Congress in Colorado's 3rd Congressional District, a seat currently held by one of the most controversial members of Congress, Rep. Lauren Boebert, who announced in December of 2023 she would run in the 4th District rather than face Frisch in a rematch after barely winning the race by 546 votes in 2022. Before running for Congress, Frisch served the residents of Aspen and Pitkin County as an Aspen city councilor and the chairman of the Pitkin County financial review committee. Frisch is a graduate of the University of Colorado at Boulder with a degree in economics.

If elected, Frisch has promised to lead with the priorities of the Third District first and partisan considerations second, and has vowed to represent stakeholders on all sides of the economic and environmental issues affecting Western and Southern Colorado.

Frisch's Republican opponent Jeff Hurd is an attorney with the Ireland Stapleton firm based in Grand Junction and has no experience in elected office. Hurd has expressed support for Donald Trump's anti-immigrant and natural resource exploitation agenda. Hurd was endorsed in the GOP primary by a number of Republican elected officials over Boebert including former Gov. Bill Owens.

The Third Congressional District is drawn with a significant but not insurmountable Republican advantage. Adam Frisch is without question the better candidate to represent the Third Congressional District.

6th Congressional District

Incumbent U.S. Rep. Jason Crow, a lawyer and former Army Ranger who completed three tours in Iraq and Afghanistan, is running for reelection in Colorado's 6th Congressional District. In 2018, he defeated longtime Republican incumbent Mike Coffman to become the first Democrat ever to represent this district.

Before serving in Congress, Crow spent years helping veterans like himself who struggled to receive benefits, focusing his work on veteran homelessness and substance abuse issues. Then, during his first term, Crow stepped into the national spotlight as one of the seven impeachment managers who argued for Donald Trump’s removal from office during the Senate trial. Crow made the case that Trump put both Ukraine’s safety and the U.S.’s national security at risk by withholding military aid in exchange for political favors. Today, Rep. Crow is the co-chair of the investigative committee into the assassination attempt against former President Donald Trump.

Crow’s district is the most diverse in Colorado, with 1 in 5 residents being born outside the United States; Crow has said this is what makes his community such a special place to live. He supports protecting DREAMers and passing comprehensive immigration reform and has called for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to end its contracts with private prison companies.

Crow has worked on instituting campaign finance reform. The first bill he sponsored, the End Dark Money Act, would prevent mega-donors from being able to hide their political contributions. His other priorities include preventing gun violence, combatting the effects of climate change, ensuring small businesses are able to thrive, and fighting for a bold investment in America’s infrastructure. Crow has been a key vote in favor of major infrastructure, LGBTQ+ rights, and voting rights legislation passed during the Biden administration.

Rep. Crow's Republican opponent John Fabbricatore is a former Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent running on an almost exclusively anti-immigrant platform. Fabbricatore has been a principal source of misinformation about the presence of foreign gangs in Aurora, which has been amplified by former President Donald Trump and condemned by fellow Republicans in Aurora city government. Fabbricatore hosted a campaign event with Rep. Lauren Boebert and national Republicans in Aurora to further spread false information about crime in the city.

Rep. Crow has served the residents of the 6th Congressional District with distinction and is the clear progressive choice in this race.

Incumbent U.S. Rep. Jason Crow, a lawyer and former Army Ranger who completed three tours in Iraq and Afghanistan, is running for reelection in Colorado's 6th Congressional District. In 2018, he defeated longtime Republican incumbent Mike Coffman to become the first Democrat ever to represent this district.

Before serving in Congress, Crow spent years helping veterans like himself who struggled to receive benefits, focusing his work on veteran homelessness and substance abuse issues. Then, during his first term, Crow stepped into the national spotlight as one of the seven impeachment managers who argued for Donald Trump’s removal from office during the Senate trial. Crow made the case that Trump put both Ukraine’s safety and the U.S.’s national security at risk by withholding military aid in exchange for political favors. Today, Rep. Crow is the co-chair of the investigative committee into the assassination attempt against former President Donald Trump.

Crow’s district is the most diverse in Colorado, with 1 in 5 residents being born outside the United States; Crow has said this is what makes his community such a special place to live. He supports protecting DREAMers and passing comprehensive immigration reform and has called for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to end its contracts with private prison companies.

Crow has worked on instituting campaign finance reform. The first bill he sponsored, the End Dark Money Act, would prevent mega-donors from being able to hide their political contributions. His other priorities include preventing gun violence, combatting the effects of climate change, ensuring small businesses are able to thrive, and fighting for a bold investment in America’s infrastructure. Crow has been a key vote in favor of major infrastructure, LGBTQ+ rights, and voting rights legislation passed during the Biden administration.

Rep. Crow's Republican opponent John Fabbricatore is a former Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent running on an almost exclusively anti-immigrant platform. Fabbricatore has been a principal source of misinformation about the presence of foreign gangs in Aurora, which has been amplified by former President Donald Trump and condemned by fellow Republicans in Aurora city government. Fabbricatore hosted a campaign event with Rep. Lauren Boebert and national Republicans in Aurora to further spread false information about crime in the city.

Rep. Crow has served the residents of the 6th Congressional District with distinction and is the clear progressive choice in this race.

7th Congressional District

Incumbent Rep. Brittany Pettersen is running for a second term representing Colorado's 7th Congressional District. Pettersen has represented the west Denver suburbs since her original election in 2012 to the Colorado House, then succeeding Sen. Andy Kerr in Senate District 22 in 2019. 

In Congress and her previous career in the Colorado General Assembly, Pettersen has been a leading advocate for criminal justice reform and combating the opioid addiction crisis that threatens communities across the state and nation. Pettersen helped pass landmark Equal Pay for Equal Work legislation which has been modeled in other states. Pettersen was one of the sponsors of the Colorado Option health insurance reform measure intended to reduce premiums on the individual market by up to 20%. In Congress, Petterson has promised to fight for the repeal of the 2017 Trump Tax Cuts and a fairer tax policy for all Americans. Pettersen currently serves on the House Financial Services Committee, and is the Vice Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on National Security, Illicit Finance, and International Financial Institutions.

Pettersen faces a range of minor candidates with little experience. Pettersen's Republican opponent is business owner Sergei Matveyuk. Former state Sen. Ron Tupa, who allied himself with Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s failed presidential campaign, is an unaffiliated candidate in this race.

Pettersen is far and away the superior candidate to continue to provide strong progressive leadership to the 7th Congressional District.

Incumbent Rep. Brittany Pettersen is running for a second term representing Colorado's 7th Congressional District. Pettersen has represented the west Denver suburbs since her original election in 2012 to the Colorado House, then succeeding Sen. Andy Kerr in Senate District 22 in 2019. 

In Congress and her previous career in the Colorado General Assembly, Pettersen has been a leading advocate for criminal justice reform and combating the opioid addiction crisis that threatens communities across the state and nation. Pettersen helped pass landmark Equal Pay for Equal Work legislation which has been modeled in other states. Pettersen was one of the sponsors of the Colorado Option health insurance reform measure intended to reduce premiums on the individual market by up to 20%. In Congress, Petterson has promised to fight for the repeal of the 2017 Trump Tax Cuts and a fairer tax policy for all Americans. Pettersen currently serves on the House Financial Services Committee, and is the Vice Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on National Security, Illicit Finance, and International Financial Institutions.

Pettersen faces a range of minor candidates with little experience. Pettersen's Republican opponent is business owner Sergei Matveyuk. Former state Sen. Ron Tupa, who allied himself with Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s failed presidential campaign, is an unaffiliated candidate in this race.

Pettersen is far and away the superior candidate to continue to provide strong progressive leadership to the 7th Congressional District.

8th Congressional District

Rep. Yadira Caraveo is the incumbent running for re-election in Colorado's 8th Congressional District, one of the most evenly-divided and competitive congressional districts in the nation. After narrowly defeating her Republican opponent state Sen. Barb Kirkmeyer in 2022, the 8th District is once again one of the most important congressional races of 2024.

Dr. Caraveo is a pediatrician who graduated from the University of Colorado School of Medicine. Caraveo was raised in Adams County and is the daughter of Mexican immigrants. In Congress, Rep. Caraveo serves on the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology and Agriculture Committees. In the Colorado House, Caraveo played a major role in the passage of health coverage, prescription drug affordability, education, economic development, and legislation to reduce toxic air pollution. Caraveo is a proven supporter of abortion rights, helping pass legislation to protect abortion rights in Colorado ahead of the Supreme Court's reversal of Roe v. Wade.

Rep. Caraveo's opponent, freshman state Rep. Gabe Evans, is a far-right conservative endorsed by Donald Trump running on an unapologetic anti-abortion, anti-worker, and anti-public education campaign. The product of homeschooling and the right-wing Patrick Henry University, is has attempted to conceal his extreme background and agenda in order to run for Congress in Colorado's most competitive congressional district. Evans says that the right to abortion is "ridiculous," and falsely claimed "Aurora Has Fallen" to appease Trump at Colorado's expense. Evans recently fired his top political director after her record of racist and violent rhetoric was exposed by local media.

Yadira Caraveo represents the very best in elected leadership in Colorado today, and is the easy progressive choice for Colorado's 8th Congressional District.
 

Rep. Yadira Caraveo is the incumbent running for re-election in Colorado's 8th Congressional District, one of the most evenly-divided and competitive congressional districts in the nation. After narrowly defeating her Republican opponent state Sen. Barb Kirkmeyer in 2022, the 8th District is once again one of the most important congressional races of 2024.

Dr. Caraveo is a pediatrician who graduated from the University of Colorado School of Medicine. Caraveo was raised in Adams County and is the daughter of Mexican immigrants. In Congress, Rep. Caraveo serves on the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology and Agriculture Committees. In the Colorado House, Caraveo played a major role in the passage of health coverage, prescription drug affordability, education, economic development, and legislation to reduce toxic air pollution. Caraveo is a proven supporter of abortion rights, helping pass legislation to protect abortion rights in Colorado ahead of the Supreme Court's reversal of Roe v. Wade.

Rep. Caraveo's opponent, freshman state Rep. Gabe Evans, is a far-right conservative endorsed by Donald Trump running on an unapologetic anti-abortion, anti-worker, and anti-public education campaign. The product of homeschooling and the right-wing Patrick Henry University, is has attempted to conceal his extreme background and agenda in order to run for Congress in Colorado's most competitive congressional district. Evans says that the right to abortion is "ridiculous," and falsely claimed "Aurora Has Fallen" to appease Trump at Colorado's expense. Evans recently fired his top political director after her record of racist and violent rhetoric was exposed by local media.

Yadira Caraveo represents the very best in elected leadership in Colorado today, and is the easy progressive choice for Colorado's 8th Congressional District.
 

State Board of Education

Depending on where you live, you may have one of the below board of education races on your ballot.

Board of Education, 2nd Congressional District

Kathy Gebhardt is a Democrat running for the Colorado State Board of Education to represent Colorado's 2nd Congressional District. Gebhardt currently teaches education law at the Sturm College of Law at the University of Denver. Gebhardt formerly served on the Boulder Valley School District Board of Education, District C, and served for 8 years on the Board of Directors for the Colorado Association of School Boards. Gebhardt is running to support public education and improve school finance.

Gebhardt faces only a write-in Libertarian opponent, Ethan Augreen.

Kathy Gebhardt is the clear choice to represent the 2nd Congressional District on the Colorado State Board of Education.

Kathy Gebhardt is a Democrat running for the Colorado State Board of Education to represent Colorado's 2nd Congressional District. Gebhardt currently teaches education law at the Sturm College of Law at the University of Denver. Gebhardt formerly served on the Boulder Valley School District Board of Education, District C, and served for 8 years on the Board of Directors for the Colorado Association of School Boards. Gebhardt is running to support public education and improve school finance.

Gebhardt faces only a write-in Libertarian opponent, Ethan Augreen.

Kathy Gebhardt is the clear choice to represent the 2nd Congressional District on the Colorado State Board of Education.

Board of Education, 3rd Congressional District

Ellen Angeles is the Democratic candidate running for the Colorado State Board of Education to represent Colorado's 3rd Congressional District to replace the outgoing Stephen Varela. Angeles earned a graduate degree from Colorado Mesa University, and has taught K-12 education across the Western Slope.

Angeles' opponent is Republican Sherri Wright, a former member of the Montezuma-Cortez School District RE-1 school board. Wright has said that the Colorado legislature is "overstepping" its authority in protecting children from discrimination.

Angeles is the progressive choice to represent the 3rd Congressional District on the Colorado State Board of Education.

Ellen Angeles is the Democratic candidate running for the Colorado State Board of Education to represent Colorado's 3rd Congressional District to replace the outgoing Stephen Varela. Angeles earned a graduate degree from Colorado Mesa University, and has taught K-12 education across the Western Slope.

Angeles' opponent is Republican Sherri Wright, a former member of the Montezuma-Cortez School District RE-1 school board. Wright has said that the Colorado legislature is "overstepping" its authority in protecting children from discrimination.

Angeles is the progressive choice to represent the 3rd Congressional District on the Colorado State Board of Education.

Board of Education, 8th Congressional District

Rhonda Solis is the Democratic incumbent running for re-election to the Colorado State Board of Education representing Colorado's 8th Congressional District. Solis formerly served on the Greeley-Evans Board of Education, is a graduate of Greeley West High School, and co-founded the Latino Coalition of Weld County. Solis served as a Court Appointed Special Advocate in Weld County. Solis is running to protect and invest in Colorado's public schools.

Solis' Republican opponent, Yazmin Navarro of Johnstown, is a graduate of the ideologically conservative Grand Canyon University, and is running on an platform of "expanded school choice," and is endorsed by the far-right incumbent members of the State Board of Education who support funding private religious schools at the expense of public education.

Rhonda Solis has a solid record of advocacy for Colorado's public schools and students and should be re-elected to represent the 8th Congressional District on the Colorado State Board of Education.

Rhonda Solis is the Democratic incumbent running for re-election to the Colorado State Board of Education representing Colorado's 8th Congressional District. Solis formerly served on the Greeley-Evans Board of Education, is a graduate of Greeley West High School, and co-founded the Latino Coalition of Weld County. Solis served as a Court Appointed Special Advocate in Weld County. Solis is running to protect and invest in Colorado's public schools.

Solis' Republican opponent, Yazmin Navarro of Johnstown, is a graduate of the ideologically conservative Grand Canyon University, and is running on an platform of "expanded school choice," and is endorsed by the far-right incumbent members of the State Board of Education who support funding private religious schools at the expense of public education.

Rhonda Solis has a solid record of advocacy for Colorado's public schools and students and should be re-elected to represent the 8th Congressional District on the Colorado State Board of Education.

University of Colorado Board of Regents

Robert Logan is the Democratic candidate running for the University of Colorado Board of Regents to represent Colorado's 3rd Congressional District. A native of Durango, Logan is a graduate of Fort Lewis College and the Denver Seminary. Logan taught in public schools for a total of 27 years, including 10 years at Durango High School. Logan is running to support CU's 36,000 employees, reduce the cost of higher education on students, and encourage students to consider a career in public education.

Logan's Republican opponent is former state Sen. Ray Scott, who has no experience in public education with a background in the oil and gas industry before running for political office. Scott is perhaps most famous for a lawsuit he settled after unlawfully blocking a constituent on social media. Scott was criticized after using his position as a lawmaker to threaten a business partner after making late payments for products.

Robert Logan is the clear choice to honestly represent Colorado's 3rd Congressional District on the University of Colorado Board of Regents.

Robert Logan is the Democratic candidate running for the University of Colorado Board of Regents to represent Colorado's 3rd Congressional District. A native of Durango, Logan is a graduate of Fort Lewis College and the Denver Seminary. Logan taught in public schools for a total of 27 years, including 10 years at Durango High School. Logan is running to support CU's 36,000 employees, reduce the cost of higher education on students, and encourage students to consider a career in public education.

Logan's Republican opponent is former state Sen. Ray Scott, who has no experience in public education with a background in the oil and gas industry before running for political office. Scott is perhaps most famous for a lawsuit he settled after unlawfully blocking a constituent on social media. Scott was criticized after using his position as a lawmaker to threaten a business partner after making late payments for products.

Robert Logan is the clear choice to honestly represent Colorado's 3rd Congressional District on the University of Colorado Board of Regents.

Elliott Hood the Democratic candidate running for an at-large (statewide) seat on the University of Colorado Board of Regents. Hood is a graduate of the University of Colorado at Boulder. Hood currently serves on the Boulder Parks and Recreation Advisory Board. Hood is a former fifth-grade teacher who became an attorney for school districts, involved in litigation to defend COVID-19 safety measures and protections against discrimination. Hood served as vice chairman of the Colorado Disability Funding Committee. Hood is running to keep the CU system affordable and fight for the rights of campus workers.

Hood's Republican opponent Eric Rinard is an engineer and graduate of the University of Colorado at Boulder, and serves as a board member at the Aspen Ridge Preparatory School charter school in Erie.

Elliott Hood is the recommended progressive choice to serve statewide on the University of Colorado Board of Regents.

Elliott Hood the Democratic candidate running for an at-large (statewide) seat on the University of Colorado Board of Regents. Hood is a graduate of the University of Colorado at Boulder. Hood currently serves on the Boulder Parks and Recreation Advisory Board. Hood is a former fifth-grade teacher who became an attorney for school districts, involved in litigation to defend COVID-19 safety measures and protections against discrimination. Hood served as vice chairman of the Colorado Disability Funding Committee. Hood is running to keep the CU system affordable and fight for the rights of campus workers.

Hood's Republican opponent Eric Rinard is an engineer and graduate of the University of Colorado at Boulder, and serves as a board member at the Aspen Ridge Preparatory School charter school in Erie.

Elliott Hood is the recommended progressive choice to serve statewide on the University of Colorado Board of Regents.

State Senate

Depending on where you live, you may have one of the below State Senate races on your ballot.

Senator, District 2

Democrat Jennifer Brady is running for election to State Senate District 2. In 2006, before moving to Colorado, Brady served one term as a representative in the Ohio legislature after flipping a highly conservative district represented by a Republican for the previous 50 years. Brady wants to bring people together and advocates for an expansion of passenger rail, varied affordable housing, and common-sense gun safety measures. Protecting Colorado's water and retaining teachers in our schools are also among Brady's top priorities.

Brady's Republican opponent, incumbent Rep. Lisa Frizell, will fight for TABOR (Taxpayers Bill of Rights), Second Amendment rights, and an extremist education agenda in choice. Frizell seeks to deregulate certain industries and minimize the role of the government in providing public services. As a representative, Frizell sponsored dangerous anti-LGBTQ+ legislation that would require children to participate in sports teams based on their biological sex.

Also running is Libertarian Caryn Ann Harlos.

Jennifer Brady is the clear progressive in the race for for District 2.

Democrat Jennifer Brady is running for election to State Senate District 2. In 2006, before moving to Colorado, Brady served one term as a representative in the Ohio legislature after flipping a highly conservative district represented by a Republican for the previous 50 years. Brady wants to bring people together and advocates for an expansion of passenger rail, varied affordable housing, and common-sense gun safety measures. Protecting Colorado's water and retaining teachers in our schools are also among Brady's top priorities.

Brady's Republican opponent, incumbent Rep. Lisa Frizell, will fight for TABOR (Taxpayers Bill of Rights), Second Amendment rights, and an extremist education agenda in choice. Frizell seeks to deregulate certain industries and minimize the role of the government in providing public services. As a representative, Frizell sponsored dangerous anti-LGBTQ+ legislation that would require children to participate in sports teams based on their biological sex.

Also running is Libertarian Caryn Ann Harlos.

Jennifer Brady is the clear progressive in the race for for District 2.

Senator, District 5

Democrat Cole Buerger is running to represent Colorado Senate District 5. As a Western Slope native, 5th generation rancher, and long-time resident of Glenwood Springs, Buerger will champion rural communities struggling with the economy, growth, and Western Slope water. Buerger is a dedicated community member, serving on the Garfield County Planning and Zoning Board, the Middle Colorado Watershed Council, and Colorado River Valley Economic Development Partnership.

As a business owner himself, Buerger will champion economic development to helping small businesses grow. Buerger will focus will on increasing funding for rural infrastructure and to help build natural disaster resilience from wildfires. He will to work to lower the cost of living, and fight to protect civil rights and public land.

Buerger is running against Republican Marc Catlin - the current State Representative for House District 58. Catlin has voted against environmental regulations and gun safety measures.

Cole Buerger is the progressive choice for Colorado Senate District 5.

Democrat Cole Buerger is running to represent Colorado Senate District 5. As a Western Slope native, 5th generation rancher, and long-time resident of Glenwood Springs, Buerger will champion rural communities struggling with the economy, growth, and Western Slope water. Buerger is a dedicated community member, serving on the Garfield County Planning and Zoning Board, the Middle Colorado Watershed Council, and Colorado River Valley Economic Development Partnership.

As a business owner himself, Buerger will champion economic development to helping small businesses grow. Buerger will focus will on increasing funding for rural infrastructure and to help build natural disaster resilience from wildfires. He will to work to lower the cost of living, and fight to protect civil rights and public land.

Buerger is running against Republican Marc Catlin - the current State Representative for House District 58. Catlin has voted against environmental regulations and gun safety measures.

Cole Buerger is the progressive choice for Colorado Senate District 5.

Senator, District 12

Rep. Marc Snyder is running for State Senate District 12. For the past six years, he has represented House District 18 at the state legislature. Snyder is an attorney and the former Mayor of Manitou Springs. Snyder has spent two decades leading his community to improve local transportation, health, economic development, sustainability, restorative justice, and military care.

Snyder is a champion for working families and small businesses at the state house, fighting to increase access to affordable housing and create a small business recovery loan program. Snyder is an effective leader in the legislature, working to make Colorado more affordable, environmentally resilient, and safe.

Donald Trump-enthusiast Stan VanderWerf is running against Snyder. Libertarian John Michael Angle is also running.

Vote Rep. Marc Snyder is the progressive running for Senate District 12.

Rep. Marc Snyder is running for State Senate District 12. For the past six years, he has represented House District 18 at the state legislature. Snyder is an attorney and the former Mayor of Manitou Springs. Snyder has spent two decades leading his community to improve local transportation, health, economic development, sustainability, restorative justice, and military care.

Snyder is a champion for working families and small businesses at the state house, fighting to increase access to affordable housing and create a small business recovery loan program. Snyder is an effective leader in the legislature, working to make Colorado more affordable, environmentally resilient, and safe.

Donald Trump-enthusiast Stan VanderWerf is running against Snyder. Libertarian John Michael Angle is also running.

Vote Rep. Marc Snyder is the progressive running for Senate District 12.

Senator, District 14

Rep. Cathy Kipp is running for Senate District 14. Kipp has served in the Colorado State House since 2019 and is the chair of the House Energy and Environment Committee and is a member of the House Finance Committee.

Prior to serving in the State House, Kipp served on the Poudre School District School Board from 2011 to 2019. She has focused on supporting public education— working to elevate Colorado students for success.

Kipp has championed affordable housing and solutions to homelessnessas well as efforts to protect communities from wildfires. She will continue to advocate for all Coloradans by addressing climate change, prioritizing education, and fighting for working families.

Phoebe McWilliams is the Republican candidate, and Jeffry Brosius is the Libertarian running for Senate District 14.

Rep. Cathy Kipp is the progressive choice for Senate District 14.

Rep. Cathy Kipp is running for Senate District 14. Kipp has served in the Colorado State House since 2019 and is the chair of the House Energy and Environment Committee and is a member of the House Finance Committee.

Prior to serving in the State House, Kipp served on the Poudre School District School Board from 2011 to 2019. She has focused on supporting public education— working to elevate Colorado students for success.

Kipp has championed affordable housing and solutions to homelessnessas well as efforts to protect communities from wildfires. She will continue to advocate for all Coloradans by addressing climate change, prioritizing education, and fighting for working families.

Phoebe McWilliams is the Republican candidate, and Jeffry Brosius is the Libertarian running for Senate District 14.

Rep. Cathy Kipp is the progressive choice for Senate District 14.

Senator, District 16

Sen. Chris Kolker is seeking reelection to Senate District 16. He lives in Arapahoe County with his family and has served in the State Senate since 2021.

Sen. Kolker will continue to fight for funding for Colorado schools, gun safety, improving Colorado's transportation, and taking action on climate change. He has fought for criminal justice reform and is endorsed by the Human Rights Campaign, Planned Parenthood, the Sierra Club, and several unions. Sen. Kolker joined picket lines in support of healthcare workers and the Service Employees International Union.

Donald Trump enthusiast Robyn Carnes is the Republican running on a platform of election denial and conspiracy theories. Bennett Rutledge is running also as the Libertarian candidate.

Sen. Chris Kolker is the progressive choice for Senate District 16.

Sen. Chris Kolker is seeking reelection to Senate District 16. He lives in Arapahoe County with his family and has served in the State Senate since 2021.

Sen. Kolker will continue to fight for funding for Colorado schools, gun safety, improving Colorado's transportation, and taking action on climate change. He has fought for criminal justice reform and is endorsed by the Human Rights Campaign, Planned Parenthood, the Sierra Club, and several unions. Sen. Kolker joined picket lines in support of healthcare workers and the Service Employees International Union.

Donald Trump enthusiast Robyn Carnes is the Republican running on a platform of election denial and conspiracy theories. Bennett Rutledge is running also as the Libertarian candidate.

Sen. Chris Kolker is the progressive choice for Senate District 16.

Senator, District 17

Sen. Sonya Jaquez Lewis is seeking reelection to Colorado Senate District 17. Sen. Lewis is a pharmacist, small business owner, and medical advisor. Prior to her election to the Colorado State Senate, she represented House District 12. Sen. Lewis is a proven leader in improving access to healthcare. During her tenure, she sponsored the Child Health Plan Plus, establishing a plan to get health care access for thousands of children across the state. Sen. Lewis is a member of the Latino and LGBTQ+ Caucuses in the legislature and previously served as president of Out Boulder (formerly Boulder Pride).

Sen. Lewis lives in unincorporated Longmont and has been a champion in the fight to prioritize the health and safety of Coloradans over oil and gas operators. She has passed legislation to provide mental health resources to schools, mitigate wildfires, and protections for both seekers and providers of reproductive and gender-affirming care.

Tom Van Lone is the extreme conservative running against Sen. Lewis.

Sen. Lewis is the progressive champion in Senate District 17.

Sen. Sonya Jaquez Lewis is seeking reelection to Colorado Senate District 17. Sen. Lewis is a pharmacist, small business owner, and medical advisor. Prior to her election to the Colorado State Senate, she represented House District 12. Sen. Lewis is a proven leader in improving access to healthcare. During her tenure, she sponsored the Child Health Plan Plus, establishing a plan to get health care access for thousands of children across the state. Sen. Lewis is a member of the Latino and LGBTQ+ Caucuses in the legislature and previously served as president of Out Boulder (formerly Boulder Pride).

Sen. Lewis lives in unincorporated Longmont and has been a champion in the fight to prioritize the health and safety of Coloradans over oil and gas operators. She has passed legislation to provide mental health resources to schools, mitigate wildfires, and protections for both seekers and providers of reproductive and gender-affirming care.

Tom Van Lone is the extreme conservative running against Sen. Lewis.

Sen. Lewis is the progressive champion in Senate District 17.

Senator, District 18

Rep. Judy Amabile is running for Senate District 18. A longtime activist, innovative business owner, and 50-year Colorado resident, Amabile has worked in the House to bring about livable wages for working families, access to mental health resources, and action on climate change.

Rep. Amabile has championed important legislation ranging from gun safety to criminal justice reform— including support for alternative sentencing options for pregnant and postpartum individuals. She supports climate action, working to help transition oil and gas jobs and to incentivize electric lawn equipment.

Unity Party member, Gary Swing, is running against Amabile for SD 18.

Amabile is the progressive choice for Senate District 18.

Rep. Judy Amabile is running for Senate District 18. A longtime activist, innovative business owner, and 50-year Colorado resident, Amabile has worked in the House to bring about livable wages for working families, access to mental health resources, and action on climate change.

Rep. Amabile has championed important legislation ranging from gun safety to criminal justice reform— including support for alternative sentencing options for pregnant and postpartum individuals. She supports climate action, working to help transition oil and gas jobs and to incentivize electric lawn equipment.

Unity Party member, Gary Swing, is running against Amabile for SD 18.

Amabile is the progressive choice for Senate District 18.

Senator, District 19

Rep. Lindsey Daughtery is running for Senate District 19. Daughtery currently chairs the Health and Human Services Committee in the State House. Prior to serving in the State House, Rep. Daughtery worked in family law as a children's advocate and guardian ad litem.

Rep. Daugherty is a leader on education, housing, and health care. She has helped pass legislation that would support suicide prevention and to help law enforcement prevent human trafficking. Rep. Daugherty has worked to strengthen the job force and introduced legislation to help secure workers compensation and aid for small businesses struggling during the pandemic. Rep. Daugherty firmly supports abortion rights and LGBTQ+ rights.

Sam Bandimere is running against Daugherty - supporting conservative causes like the Taxpayer Bill of Rights. Ryan Van Gundy is also running as the Libertarian candidate.

Rep. Lindsey Daugherty is the proven progressive candidate for Senate District 19.

Rep. Lindsey Daughtery is running for Senate District 19. Daughtery currently chairs the Health and Human Services Committee in the State House. Prior to serving in the State House, Rep. Daughtery worked in family law as a children's advocate and guardian ad litem.

Rep. Daugherty is a leader on education, housing, and health care. She has helped pass legislation that would support suicide prevention and to help law enforcement prevent human trafficking. Rep. Daugherty has worked to strengthen the job force and introduced legislation to help secure workers compensation and aid for small businesses struggling during the pandemic. Rep. Daugherty firmly supports abortion rights and LGBTQ+ rights.

Sam Bandimere is running against Daugherty - supporting conservative causes like the Taxpayer Bill of Rights. Ryan Van Gundy is also running as the Libertarian candidate.

Rep. Lindsey Daugherty is the proven progressive candidate for Senate District 19.

Senator, District 21

Sen. Dafna Michaelson Jenet is seeking reelection to Colorado Senate District 21. Michaelson Jenet, an award-winning author, previously served in the Colorado State House representing Commerce City.

Michaelson Jenet has been a leading advocate for behavioral health legislation, school nutrition, and protecting children from discrimination and conversion therapy. In 2021, Sen. Michaelson Jenet was the prime sponsor of legislation requiring health insurance policies to cover mental health wellness examinations.

Republican, Frederick Alfred Jr, is running to bolster oil and gas drilling as well as uranium mining.

Sen. Dafna Michaelson Jenet has tirelessly served her constituents and is the progressive running for Senate District 21.

Sen. Dafna Michaelson Jenet is seeking reelection to Colorado Senate District 21. Michaelson Jenet, an award-winning author, previously served in the Colorado State House representing Commerce City.

Michaelson Jenet has been a leading advocate for behavioral health legislation, school nutrition, and protecting children from discrimination and conversion therapy. In 2021, Sen. Michaelson Jenet was the prime sponsor of legislation requiring health insurance policies to cover mental health wellness examinations.

Republican, Frederick Alfred Jr, is running to bolster oil and gas drilling as well as uranium mining.

Sen. Dafna Michaelson Jenet has tirelessly served her constituents and is the progressive running for Senate District 21.

Senator, District 26

State Sen. Jeff Bridges is a legislator that District 26 — and progressives — can be proud of. In the legislature, Bridges has worked to champion hard-working Colorado families, achieve health care for all, addressing climate change, and supporting abortion rights and reproductive freedom.

Since taking office, Sen. Bridges has supported full-day kindergarten, lowering the cost of health care, ensuring that working Coloradans can receive paid sick leave, and legislation to reinvest money in public transportation.

Additionally, Sen. Bridges has been a leader on many issues including expanding vocational programs, reproductive rights, bolstering small businesses, and a fully funded Colorado Water Plan.

Conservative Republican, Bob Lane, is running to "empower law enforcement" and repeal the state income tax which would cut off funding for the state government. An anti-immigration, anti climate resilience candidate, Lane is among Colorado's most extreme Republicans. Meredith A. Ryan of the Unity Party is also running

Sen. Jeff Bridges is the progressive running for Senate District 26.

State Sen. Jeff Bridges is a legislator that District 26 — and progressives — can be proud of. In the legislature, Bridges has worked to champion hard-working Colorado families, achieve health care for all, addressing climate change, and supporting abortion rights and reproductive freedom.

Since taking office, Sen. Bridges has supported full-day kindergarten, lowering the cost of health care, ensuring that working Coloradans can receive paid sick leave, and legislation to reinvest money in public transportation.

Additionally, Sen. Bridges has been a leader on many issues including expanding vocational programs, reproductive rights, bolstering small businesses, and a fully funded Colorado Water Plan.

Conservative Republican, Bob Lane, is running to "empower law enforcement" and repeal the state income tax which would cut off funding for the state government. An anti-immigration, anti climate resilience candidate, Lane is among Colorado's most extreme Republicans. Meredith A. Ryan of the Unity Party is also running

Sen. Jeff Bridges is the progressive running for Senate District 26.

Senator, District 28

Representative Mike Weissman is running for Senate District 28. Rep. Weissman has served House District 36 since 2016. Weissman serves as chair of the Colorado House Judiciary Committee and the Committee on Legal Services.

Weissman is a proven, dedicated legislator who has tirelessly led the way on economic and housing justice, fighting climate change, protecting public education, and reforms to the criminal justice system. He has worked to fight human trafficking to rent price gouging.

Republican, Pedro Espinoza, a conservative law enforcement professional, who opposes gender affirming care and other reproductive freedoms, is also running. Espinoza espouses the extreme anti-immigrant rhetoric of the Colorado Republican party.

Representative Mike Weismann is the clear progressive running for Senate District 28.

Representative Mike Weissman is running for Senate District 28. Rep. Weissman has served House District 36 since 2016. Weissman serves as chair of the Colorado House Judiciary Committee and the Committee on Legal Services.

Weissman is a proven, dedicated legislator who has tirelessly led the way on economic and housing justice, fighting climate change, protecting public education, and reforms to the criminal justice system. He has worked to fight human trafficking to rent price gouging.

Republican, Pedro Espinoza, a conservative law enforcement professional, who opposes gender affirming care and other reproductive freedoms, is also running. Espinoza espouses the extreme anti-immigrant rhetoric of the Colorado Republican party.

Representative Mike Weismann is the clear progressive running for Senate District 28.

Senator, District 31

Sen. Chris Hansen is seeking reelection in Colorado Senate District 31. Sen. Hansen is an environmental engineer. A bold and astute legislator, Hansen has worked to fight climate change and stand up for Colorado working families. Hansen has championed Red Flag and Universal Background Check legislation as well as public education funding.

Libertarian David Aitken of the Libertarian Party is also running.

Chris Hansen is the progressive running for Senate District 31.

Sen. Chris Hansen is seeking reelection in Colorado Senate District 31. Sen. Hansen is an environmental engineer. A bold and astute legislator, Hansen has worked to fight climate change and stand up for Colorado working families. Hansen has championed Red Flag and Universal Background Check legislation as well as public education funding.

Libertarian David Aitken of the Libertarian Party is also running.

Chris Hansen is the progressive running for Senate District 31.

Senator, District 33

Sen. James Coleman is seeking reelection to Colorado Senate District 33. Coleman has served in the state legislature since 2017, initially as a state representative.

Working families are Sen. Coleman's top priority. He has fought to make Colorado affordable with an economy that works for everyone and jobs that pay a livable wage. Coleman passed legislation to help high school students succeed, create a $30 million small business startup loan fund, and reform the criminal justice system. He has sponsored bills for racial equity, diversity, and inclusion and helped develop and pass the CROWN Act to stop discrimination against people of color.

Republican Max Minnig is also running for Senate District 33.

Sen. James Coleman is considered a proven progressive candidate for Colorado Senate District 33.

Sen. James Coleman is seeking reelection to Colorado Senate District 33. Coleman has served in the state legislature since 2017, initially as a state representative.

Working families are Sen. Coleman's top priority. He has fought to make Colorado affordable with an economy that works for everyone and jobs that pay a livable wage. Coleman passed legislation to help high school students succeed, create a $30 million small business startup loan fund, and reform the criminal justice system. He has sponsored bills for racial equity, diversity, and inclusion and helped develop and pass the CROWN Act to stop discrimination against people of color.

Republican Max Minnig is also running for Senate District 33.

Sen. James Coleman is considered a proven progressive candidate for Colorado Senate District 33.

State House

Depending on where you live, you may have one of the below State House races on your ballot.

Representative, District 1

Welcome to the 1st House District Progressive Voters Guide! 

Rep. Javier Mabrey is seeking reelection as State Representative for Colorado House District 1. Prior to serving in the legislature, Mabrey worked as an eviction defense attorney and progressive advocate. Raised by a single mother in Southwest Denver, he has been devoted to keeping Coloradans housed. During the pandemic, Mabrey founded the COVID Eviction Defense Fund, providing hundreds of families with eviction prevention services and legal aid.

In the legislature, Mabrey has been a committed leader, working to expand access to affordable health care, fighting for affordable housing, climate justice, criminal justice reform, and reproductive rights. He has also led efforts to improve public education funding and economic security for Colorado's working families. Mabrey sponsored and passed legislation to lower prescription drug costs and increase access to restorative justice.

Representative Javier Mabrey is running unopposed and is considered the progressive champion for House District 1.

Rep. Javier Mabrey is seeking reelection as State Representative for Colorado House District 1. Prior to serving in the legislature, Mabrey worked as an eviction defense attorney and progressive advocate. Raised by a single mother in Southwest Denver, he has been devoted to keeping Coloradans housed. During the pandemic, Mabrey founded the COVID Eviction Defense Fund, providing hundreds of families with eviction prevention services and legal aid.

In the legislature, Mabrey has been a committed leader, working to expand access to affordable health care, fighting for affordable housing, climate justice, criminal justice reform, and reproductive rights. He has also led efforts to improve public education funding and economic security for Colorado's working families. Mabrey sponsored and passed legislation to lower prescription drug costs and increase access to restorative justice.

Representative Javier Mabrey is running unopposed and is considered the progressive champion for House District 1.

Representative, District 2

Rep. Steven Woodrow is running for reelection in House District 2. In the legislature, Woodrow is described as a "fierce advocate for the voiceless" and a "tireless public servant." He has served in the State House since 2020. Prior to his legislative career, Woodrow worked as a consumer protection attorney.

During his tenure in the legislature, Woodrow has co-sponsored bills to repeal Colorado's death penalty, allow collective bargaining for state employees, and implement comprehensive police reform. He has also supported tax reform, family economic security, state funding for child tax credits, and Medicaid expansion for postpartum individuals.

Republican Michael F. DiManna, a Donald Trump delegate, is also running for this seat.

Steven Woodrow is considered the progressive choice for House District 2.

Rep. Steven Woodrow is running for reelection in House District 2. In the legislature, Woodrow is described as a "fierce advocate for the voiceless" and a "tireless public servant." He has served in the State House since 2020. Prior to his legislative career, Woodrow worked as a consumer protection attorney.

During his tenure in the legislature, Woodrow has co-sponsored bills to repeal Colorado's death penalty, allow collective bargaining for state employees, and implement comprehensive police reform. He has also supported tax reform, family economic security, state funding for child tax credits, and Medicaid expansion for postpartum individuals.

Republican Michael F. DiManna, a Donald Trump delegate, is also running for this seat.

Steven Woodrow is considered the progressive choice for House District 2.

Representative, District 3

Progressive champion, Rep. Meg Froelich is seeking reelection to House District 3. A proven leader on women’s rights, children’s welfare, education, community leadership, and environmental protection, Froelich has served in the legislature since 2019. She has sponsored and passed legislation ranging from public-sector collective bargaining, to law enforcement accountability, to Medicaid expansion.

Rep. Froelich was one of the primary sponsors for the Reproductive Health Equity Act, which made abortion a right for all Coloradans. She has championed environmental justice and has worked to ban anti-LGBTQ conversion therapy.

Republican write-in candidate, Republican Marla Fernandez, is also running. Backing extreme conspiracy theories, staunchly anti-abortion, and opposed to climate legislation, Fernandez has run a campaign based on extreme and deeply racist ideals— having used racist epithets during the course of her campaign.

Representative Meg Froelich is the progressive choice for House District 3.

Progressive champion, Rep. Meg Froelich is seeking reelection to House District 3. A proven leader on women’s rights, children’s welfare, education, community leadership, and environmental protection, Froelich has served in the legislature since 2019. She has sponsored and passed legislation ranging from public-sector collective bargaining, to law enforcement accountability, to Medicaid expansion.

Rep. Froelich was one of the primary sponsors for the Reproductive Health Equity Act, which made abortion a right for all Coloradans. She has championed environmental justice and has worked to ban anti-LGBTQ conversion therapy.

Republican write-in candidate, Republican Marla Fernandez, is also running. Backing extreme conspiracy theories, staunchly anti-abortion, and opposed to climate legislation, Fernandez has run a campaign based on extreme and deeply racist ideals— having used racist epithets during the course of her campaign.

Representative Meg Froelich is the progressive choice for House District 3.

Representative, District 6

Sean Camancho is running for State House District 6. Camancho is an attorney and the son of immigrants. He attended the Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs and served four active tours before pursuing his law deegree through the GI Bill. Camancho currently serves in the Air Force reserve.

Camancho wants to invest in blue collar and union workers, support sustainability, and reproductive rights. He also takes a strong stance on stopping gun violence and domestic violence. Camancho will work to support and advocate for Colorado's elderly population, to preserve dignity and affordable retirement for older Coloradans.

Kyle Witter is the Republican candidate running for House District 6.

Sean Camancho is the Progressive choice for HD-6.

Sean Camancho is running for State House District 6. Camancho is an attorney and the son of immigrants. He attended the Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs and served four active tours before pursuing his law deegree through the GI Bill. Camancho currently serves in the Air Force reserve.

Camancho wants to invest in blue collar and union workers, support sustainability, and reproductive rights. He also takes a strong stance on stopping gun violence and domestic violence. Camancho will work to support and advocate for Colorado's elderly population, to preserve dignity and affordable retirement for older Coloradans.

Kyle Witter is the Republican candidate running for House District 6.

Sean Camancho is the Progressive choice for HD-6.

Representative, District 7

Rep. Jennifer Bacon is running for reelection to Colorado House District 7. A longtime educator and civil rights lawyer, Bacon previously served on the Denver Public Schools Board of Education. In addition to her commitment to leadership on school funding, Bacon champions Colorado's working families, public education, affordable housing, and social justice reforms.

She has spearheaded multiple criminal justice bills and focused on supporting transportation, housing, and economic justice for Coloradans. Currently, she serves as Vice Chair of the House Judiciary Committee and Assistant House Majority Leader. Bacon has sponsored bills and advocated for Coloradans with disabilities, air quality protections, and law enforcement accountability.

Republican Tom Swift, who opposes abortion rights and LGBTQIA+ rights, is running against Bacon. Raymon Anthony Doane of the Libertarian Party is also a candidate for House District 7.

Representative Jennifer Bacon is the proven progressive candidate for House District 7.

Rep. Jennifer Bacon is running for reelection to Colorado House District 7. A longtime educator and civil rights lawyer, Bacon previously served on the Denver Public Schools Board of Education. In addition to her commitment to leadership on school funding, Bacon champions Colorado's working families, public education, affordable housing, and social justice reforms.

She has spearheaded multiple criminal justice bills and focused on supporting transportation, housing, and economic justice for Coloradans. Currently, she serves as Vice Chair of the House Judiciary Committee and Assistant House Majority Leader. Bacon has sponsored bills and advocated for Coloradans with disabilities, air quality protections, and law enforcement accountability.

Republican Tom Swift, who opposes abortion rights and LGBTQIA+ rights, is running against Bacon. Raymon Anthony Doane of the Libertarian Party is also a candidate for House District 7.

Representative Jennifer Bacon is the proven progressive candidate for House District 7.

Representative, District 8

Lindsay Gilchrist is running to represent House District 8. A Denver native, Gilchrist has extensive experience in non-profit and advocacy work. An advocate on global health, Gilchrist has worked for the Subcommittee on Africa and Global Health on security and humanitarian issues in Africa. She also worked to address the HIV/AIDS epidemic here in the U.S.

In the legislature, Gilchrist will focus on criminal justice reform, child welfare, and climate regulations. As a member of the LGBTQ+ community, she will work to support Colorado's gay and trans youth and ensure protections for LGBTQ+ minors. Gilchrist will also work to protect immigrant rights in Colorado, having worked closely on immigration with the African Community Center of Denver.

Running against Gilchrist is Republican, Philip Borrelli and Unity Party member, Jesse Lashawn Parris.

Lindsay Gilchrist is the progressive choice for House District 8.

Lindsay Gilchrist is running to represent House District 8. A Denver native, Gilchrist has extensive experience in non-profit and advocacy work. An advocate on global health, Gilchrist has worked for the Subcommittee on Africa and Global Health on security and humanitarian issues in Africa. She also worked to address the HIV/AIDS epidemic here in the U.S.

In the legislature, Gilchrist will focus on criminal justice reform, child welfare, and climate regulations. As a member of the LGBTQ+ community, she will work to support Colorado's gay and trans youth and ensure protections for LGBTQ+ minors. Gilchrist will also work to protect immigrant rights in Colorado, having worked closely on immigration with the African Community Center of Denver.

Running against Gilchrist is Republican, Philip Borrelli and Unity Party member, Jesse Lashawn Parris.

Lindsay Gilchrist is the progressive choice for House District 8.

Representative, District 9

Rep. Emily Sirota is seeking re-election to represent House District 9. Before joining the legislature in 2018, Rep. Sirota helped run an early learning center and worked for the Colorado Progressive Coalition where she organized support for paid sick leave policy.

Rep. Sirota has championed state funding for the Child Tax Credit and increasing the Earned Income Tax Credit. She helped pass universal pre-k, gave relief to working families, mandated the teaching of the Holocaust and genocide in public schools, and had Colorado join the National Popular Vote Compact. Rep. Sirota also carried a bill for a task force to analyze how much money Colorado could save by going to a health-care-for-all system. She recently sponsored a bill to incentivize healthy food options.

Opposing Rep. Sirota is Republican Tom Cowhick.

Rep. Sirota is the clear progressive candidate for House District 9.

Rep. Emily Sirota is seeking re-election to represent House District 9. Before joining the legislature in 2018, Rep. Sirota helped run an early learning center and worked for the Colorado Progressive Coalition where she organized support for paid sick leave policy.

Rep. Sirota has championed state funding for the Child Tax Credit and increasing the Earned Income Tax Credit. She helped pass universal pre-k, gave relief to working families, mandated the teaching of the Holocaust and genocide in public schools, and had Colorado join the National Popular Vote Compact. Rep. Sirota also carried a bill for a task force to analyze how much money Colorado could save by going to a health-care-for-all system. She recently sponsored a bill to incentivize healthy food options.

Opposing Rep. Sirota is Republican Tom Cowhick.

Rep. Sirota is the clear progressive candidate for House District 9.

Representative, District 10

Rep. Junie Joseph is seeking reelection to House District 10. Rep. Joseph is an attorney and Haitian immigrant. She is a champion for reproductive justice, gun safety, LGBTQ+ rights, affordable housing, and economic stability. Rep. Joseph has sponsored bills for equal representation in courts, employee protections, and rights for youths in facilities operated by the Division of Youth Services.

Rep. Joseph is running against Republican William B. DeOreo. An oil and gas candidate, DeOreo is also opposed to protections against "identity-based discrimination."

Rep. Joseph is the progressive legislator for House District 10.

Rep. Junie Joseph is seeking reelection to House District 10. Rep. Joseph is an attorney and Haitian immigrant. She is a champion for reproductive justice, gun safety, LGBTQ+ rights, affordable housing, and economic stability. Rep. Joseph has sponsored bills for equal representation in courts, employee protections, and rights for youths in facilities operated by the Division of Youth Services.

Rep. Joseph is running against Republican William B. DeOreo. An oil and gas candidate, DeOreo is also opposed to protections against "identity-based discrimination."

Rep. Joseph is the progressive legislator for House District 10.

Representative, District 11

Rep. Dr. Karen McCormick is running for reelection in House District 11. Rep. McCormick is a long time Longmont resident and veterinarian who ran her own small vet practice for 16 years. As a vet, she is concerned with animal welfare ranging from house pets to endangered species at risk due to climate change. She volunteered with Citizen’s Climate Lobby to promote bipartisan solutions and climate action.

In the House, Rep. McCormick serves as the Chair of the Agriculture, Water & Natural Resources Committee. She has led legislation on water conservation and animal welfare. Additionally, Rep. McCormick has sponsored bills for carbon regulation, universal healthcare, and research into gender affirming healthcare.

Anti-immigrant and anti-abortion conservative extremist Kathy Reeves is the Republican running for House District 11.

Rep. McCormick has shown herself to be the representative House District 11 needs and is the progressive choice for this seat.

Rep. Dr. Karen McCormick is running for reelection in House District 11. Rep. McCormick is a long time Longmont resident and veterinarian who ran her own small vet practice for 16 years. As a vet, she is concerned with animal welfare ranging from house pets to endangered species at risk due to climate change. She volunteered with Citizen’s Climate Lobby to promote bipartisan solutions and climate action.

In the House, Rep. McCormick serves as the Chair of the Agriculture, Water & Natural Resources Committee. She has led legislation on water conservation and animal welfare. Additionally, Rep. McCormick has sponsored bills for carbon regulation, universal healthcare, and research into gender affirming healthcare.

Anti-immigrant and anti-abortion conservative extremist Kathy Reeves is the Republican running for House District 11.

Rep. McCormick has shown herself to be the representative House District 11 needs and is the progressive choice for this seat.

Representative, District 12

Rep. Kyle Brown is running for reelection to represent House District 12. Rep. Brown was elected to this seat in 2022. He has a PhD in Genetics, served as a senior advisor for U.S Senators and governors, and sat on the Louisville City Council. During the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, Rep. Brown served as an advisor for both the Colorado Dept. of Public Safety and the Colorado Dept. of Public Health and Environment to help create a state testing strategy.

As proven progressive, Rep. Brown has been an outspoken leader in the Marshall Fire recovery effort. Rep. Brown is a fierce advocate for accessible and affordable healthcare. He designed and implemented CO’s public option program to provide free healthcare for low income communities and immigrants. He has continuously defended the Affordable Care Act and supports the expansion of a “Medicare for all.” He has passed prohibitions on assault weapons and assisted the creation of Louisville’s Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion task force.

Opposing Rep. Brown is Republican candidate Mark Milliman. Milliman is a strong supporter of TABOR (Taxpayers Bill of Rights), repealing property tax, and “less government regulation.”

Rep. Brown is the progressive candidate running for House District 12.

Rep. Kyle Brown is running for reelection to represent House District 12. Rep. Brown was elected to this seat in 2022. He has a PhD in Genetics, served as a senior advisor for U.S Senators and governors, and sat on the Louisville City Council. During the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, Rep. Brown served as an advisor for both the Colorado Dept. of Public Safety and the Colorado Dept. of Public Health and Environment to help create a state testing strategy.

As proven progressive, Rep. Brown has been an outspoken leader in the Marshall Fire recovery effort. Rep. Brown is a fierce advocate for accessible and affordable healthcare. He designed and implemented CO’s public option program to provide free healthcare for low income communities and immigrants. He has continuously defended the Affordable Care Act and supports the expansion of a “Medicare for all.” He has passed prohibitions on assault weapons and assisted the creation of Louisville’s Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion task force.

Opposing Rep. Brown is Republican candidate Mark Milliman. Milliman is a strong supporter of TABOR (Taxpayers Bill of Rights), repealing property tax, and “less government regulation.”

Rep. Brown is the progressive candidate running for House District 12.

Representative, District 13

Speaker of the House Julie McCluskie is running for her fourth term to represent Colorado House District 13. Rep. McCluskie’s background assisting local schools with mental health and community engagement has informed her important work at the Capitol where she has helped pass numerous education bills. Her successes include increasing school funding, developing the state’s first Department of Early Childhood, and a nicotine tax that will provide funding for rural schools. She recently sponsored a bill for the creation of a modernized approach to funding public education.

Running against Rep. McCluskie is Republican Dave Williams (a different Dave Williams than the controversial head of the Colorado GOP). Williams is a "freedom from government" conservative attempting to unseat Speaker McCluskie.

Rep. McCluskie is the progressive candidate running for House District 13.

Speaker of the House Julie McCluskie is running for her fourth term to represent Colorado House District 13. Rep. McCluskie’s background assisting local schools with mental health and community engagement has informed her important work at the Capitol where she has helped pass numerous education bills. Her successes include increasing school funding, developing the state’s first Department of Early Childhood, and a nicotine tax that will provide funding for rural schools. She recently sponsored a bill for the creation of a modernized approach to funding public education.

Running against Rep. McCluskie is Republican Dave Williams (a different Dave Williams than the controversial head of the Colorado GOP). Williams is a "freedom from government" conservative attempting to unseat Speaker McCluskie.

Rep. McCluskie is the progressive candidate running for House District 13.

Representative, District 16

Rep. Stephanie Vigil is running for reelection for Colorado House District 16. Rep. Vigil has experienced poverty, child abuse, and disability which served as a catalyst for her to run for office. Therefore, Rep. Vigil has prioritized climate and energy, education, and housing as some of her key issues. Rep. Vigil has sponsored and supported legislation for “Greenhouse Gas Pollution Reduction” road map, getting Colorado teachers fair wages and resources, and forwarding legislation that will level the power between renters and landlords. Rep. Vigil was a major proponent of successful legislation promoting transparency and fairness for rideshare and delivery drivers.

Rep. Vigil has sponsored bills to support veterans, the use of chosen names for LGBTQ+ youth, public school funding, and access to reproductive healthcare. Rep. Vigil has proven to support and amplify some of the key issues identified by many progressive voters.

Opposing Rep. Vigil is challenger Republican, Rebecca Keltie. Keltie believes in expanding the size and power of ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement), weakening Colorado's gun safety laws, and undermining public education through diversion of funds away from neighborhood schools.

Rep. Stephanie Vigil has proven to be a progressive leader for District 16.

Rep. Stephanie Vigil is running for reelection for Colorado House District 16. Rep. Vigil has experienced poverty, child abuse, and disability which served as a catalyst for her to run for office. Therefore, Rep. Vigil has prioritized climate and energy, education, and housing as some of her key issues. Rep. Vigil has sponsored and supported legislation for “Greenhouse Gas Pollution Reduction” road map, getting Colorado teachers fair wages and resources, and forwarding legislation that will level the power between renters and landlords. Rep. Vigil was a major proponent of successful legislation promoting transparency and fairness for rideshare and delivery drivers.

Rep. Vigil has sponsored bills to support veterans, the use of chosen names for LGBTQ+ youth, public school funding, and access to reproductive healthcare. Rep. Vigil has proven to support and amplify some of the key issues identified by many progressive voters.

Opposing Rep. Vigil is challenger Republican, Rebecca Keltie. Keltie believes in expanding the size and power of ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement), weakening Colorado's gun safety laws, and undermining public education through diversion of funds away from neighborhood schools.

Rep. Stephanie Vigil has proven to be a progressive leader for District 16.

Representative, District 18

Amy T. Paschal is running for House District 18. Paschal is a software engineer and mother of two. Paschal is running to increase the affordability and accessibility of healthcare in the United States and stop medical bankruptcy. She is also seeking economic justice solutions that serve working Coloradans. Paschal is committed to advancing reproductive freedom, education funding, and developing infrastructure in Colorado. She is a Gun Sense Candidate endorsed by Moms Demand Action.

Republican, James R. Boelens Jr. is also running. He opposes large scale infrastructure projects such as highways expansions.

Amy Paschal is the progressive voice for House District 18.

Amy T. Paschal is running for House District 18. Paschal is a software engineer and mother of two. Paschal is running to increase the affordability and accessibility of healthcare in the United States and stop medical bankruptcy. She is also seeking economic justice solutions that serve working Coloradans. Paschal is committed to advancing reproductive freedom, education funding, and developing infrastructure in Colorado. She is a Gun Sense Candidate endorsed by Moms Demand Action.

Republican, James R. Boelens Jr. is also running. He opposes large scale infrastructure projects such as highways expansions.

Amy Paschal is the progressive voice for House District 18.

Representative, District 19

Jillaire McMillan is a long time Weld county resident running to be represent House District 19. McMillan is a small business owner and mom. She has been extremely active in small scale local politics as president of school PTAs and as President of the High School Education Foundation. McMillan is heavily involved in nonpartisan political activism for the support of children and students. She seeks to expand public transportation and prevent gun violence. McMillan will work for accessible healthcare, medical privacy, reproductive freedoms, and expanding Medicaid.

Oil and gas enthusiast, Dan Woog is the Republican running for HD 19. Woog has stated that police reform programs are “irresponsible" and believes in vouchers and school choice. Woog has been staunch in his opposition to gun-violence prevention and belief in the need to expand ICE.

Jillaire McMIllan is the progressive choice for House District 19.

Jillaire McMillan is a long time Weld county resident running to be represent House District 19. McMillan is a small business owner and mom. She has been extremely active in small scale local politics as president of school PTAs and as President of the High School Education Foundation. McMillan is heavily involved in nonpartisan political activism for the support of children and students. She seeks to expand public transportation and prevent gun violence. McMillan will work for accessible healthcare, medical privacy, reproductive freedoms, and expanding Medicaid.

Oil and gas enthusiast, Dan Woog is the Republican running for HD 19. Woog has stated that police reform programs are “irresponsible" and believes in vouchers and school choice. Woog has been staunch in his opposition to gun-violence prevention and belief in the need to expand ICE.

Jillaire McMIllan is the progressive choice for House District 19.

Representative, District 22

Michael Pierson is the Democratic candidate running for the Colorado House District 22. Pierson is a retired U.S. Air Force veteran with 20 years of service in public affairs. Pierson served as Chief of Public Engagements for the U.S. Space Force and the U.S. Air Force Space Command.

Pierson is running to unseat Republican Rep. Ken DeGraaf. DeGraaf is one of the most stridently conservative members of the Colorado House, frequently making incendiary racist, homophobic, and misogynist rhetoric speeches on the floor of the Colorado House.

Michael Pierson is the clear progressive running for House District 22 over one of the state's foremost far-right embarrassments.

Michael Pierson is the Democratic candidate running for the Colorado House District 22. Pierson is a retired U.S. Air Force veteran with 20 years of service in public affairs. Pierson served as Chief of Public Engagements for the U.S. Space Force and the U.S. Air Force Space Command.

Pierson is running to unseat Republican Rep. Ken DeGraaf. DeGraaf is one of the most stridently conservative members of the Colorado House, frequently making incendiary racist, homophobic, and misogynist rhetoric speeches on the floor of the Colorado House.

Michael Pierson is the clear progressive running for House District 22 over one of the state's foremost far-right embarrassments.

Representative, District 23

Majority Leader Monica Duran is running for reelection to House District 23. As a House Representative, Rep. Duran has championed support for domestic violence survivors and working families. Rep. Duran has worked to pass gun safety legislation in Colorado. Rep. Duran believes in helping teachers and students to access the adequate resources and support needed. She also believes in expanding access to health care and protecting reproductive rights.

Republican Cory Ohnesorge is also running for House District 23. Ohnsegore is a right-wing conspiracy theorist running on an anti-immigration platform. Ohnesorge also wants to repeal vote-by-mail and absentee voting in Colorado.

Rep. Monica Duran is a proven progressive voice for District 23.

Majority Leader Monica Duran is running for reelection to House District 23. As a House Representative, Rep. Duran has championed support for domestic violence survivors and working families. Rep. Duran has worked to pass gun safety legislation in Colorado. Rep. Duran believes in helping teachers and students to access the adequate resources and support needed. She also believes in expanding access to health care and protecting reproductive rights.

Republican Cory Ohnesorge is also running for House District 23. Ohnsegore is a right-wing conspiracy theorist running on an anti-immigration platform. Ohnesorge also wants to repeal vote-by-mail and absentee voting in Colorado.

Rep. Monica Duran is a proven progressive voice for District 23.

Representative, District 24

Lisa Feret is running to represent Colorado House District 24. Feret is a US Air Force veteran and social worker who has done significant work in disaster relieve and immigrant/refugee services. She currently works for the State of Colorado as a social worker and is an active member of the boards for The Community Table, Foothills Regional Housing Corp, DRCOG, Housing Advisory Committee, Jefferson County Community Corrections Board, and Human Services Advisory Committee.

Feret is an advocate for both crime reduction and law enforcement reform. Having served in the Military Police, Feret brings an important perspective to the matter. She supports alternative approaches to police action such as early intervention, the mental health co-response model, and solving route causes of crime. She believes in furthering healthcare access for all, green policies, and supporting small businesses.

Opposing Feret is Gwen Henderson. Henderson is an anti-LGBTQ+ extremist who supports vouchers and the "rights" of an individual parent to stipulate what children can and should be taught in schools. She is a conservative TABOR supporter seeking to cut "social welfare projects."

Lisa Feret is the progressive choice for House District 24.

Lisa Feret is running to represent Colorado House District 24. Feret is a US Air Force veteran and social worker who has done significant work in disaster relieve and immigrant/refugee services. She currently works for the State of Colorado as a social worker and is an active member of the boards for The Community Table, Foothills Regional Housing Corp, DRCOG, Housing Advisory Committee, Jefferson County Community Corrections Board, and Human Services Advisory Committee.

Feret is an advocate for both crime reduction and law enforcement reform. Having served in the Military Police, Feret brings an important perspective to the matter. She supports alternative approaches to police action such as early intervention, the mental health co-response model, and solving route causes of crime. She believes in furthering healthcare access for all, green policies, and supporting small businesses.

Opposing Feret is Gwen Henderson. Henderson is an anti-LGBTQ+ extremist who supports vouchers and the "rights" of an individual parent to stipulate what children can and should be taught in schools. She is a conservative TABOR supporter seeking to cut "social welfare projects."

Lisa Feret is the progressive choice for House District 24.

Representative, District 25

Rep. Tammy Story is running for reelection to House District 25. Rep. Story has been a dedicated advocate for public safety, public education, and health care throughout her tenure at the legislature.

Rep. Story has passed legislation to make higher education more accessible by fortifying the Colorado Opportunity Scholarship initiative and supported legislation to train a workforce for the energy sector. She also sponsored legislation to increase law enforcement accountability and to prevent the use of excessive force by police officers.

George B. Mumma Jr. is the Republican running against Representative Story. Mumma is an anti-tax, pro-voucher candidate who believes that suicide hotline operators are "grooming children" when they discuss matters of LGBTQ+ issues without parental involvement.

Rep. Tammy Story has the track record of helping Coloradans move forward. She is the clear progressive choice for House District 25.

Rep. Tammy Story is running for reelection to House District 25. Rep. Story has been a dedicated advocate for public safety, public education, and health care throughout her tenure at the legislature.

Rep. Story has passed legislation to make higher education more accessible by fortifying the Colorado Opportunity Scholarship initiative and supported legislation to train a workforce for the energy sector. She also sponsored legislation to increase law enforcement accountability and to prevent the use of excessive force by police officers.

George B. Mumma Jr. is the Republican running against Representative Story. Mumma is an anti-tax, pro-voucher candidate who believes that suicide hotline operators are "grooming children" when they discuss matters of LGBTQ+ issues without parental involvement.

Rep. Tammy Story has the track record of helping Coloradans move forward. She is the clear progressive choice for House District 25.

Representative, District 26

Rep. Meghan Lukens is running for reelection in House District 26. Rep. Lukens grew up in Routt County and previously worked as a social studies teacher at Steamboat High School. She is also the former captain of the CU Boulder Women’s Ice Hockey team. Rep. Lukens serves on the Agriculture, Water & Natural Resources, Legislative Council, and Education Committees.

Rep. Lukens has worked to support families by promoting access to affordable housing, strengthening our education system, and developing Colorado’s economy. Lukens understands the need to protect public lands and the environment, stand up for reproductive freedom, and support small business. She has supported legislation to provide housing assistance for survivors of abuse, support educators, and to develop more childcare centers.

Challenging Lukens is Republican Nathan Butler. Butler is so pro-gun that he supports Constitutional Carry legislation which would allow for the unregulated purchase and carry of firearms. Butler is also running on a pro-oil and gas and anti-immigrant platform.

Lukens is the progressive running for Colorado House District 26.

Rep. Meghan Lukens is running for reelection in House District 26. Rep. Lukens grew up in Routt County and previously worked as a social studies teacher at Steamboat High School. She is also the former captain of the CU Boulder Women’s Ice Hockey team. Rep. Lukens serves on the Agriculture, Water & Natural Resources, Legislative Council, and Education Committees.

Rep. Lukens has worked to support families by promoting access to affordable housing, strengthening our education system, and developing Colorado’s economy. Lukens understands the need to protect public lands and the environment, stand up for reproductive freedom, and support small business. She has supported legislation to provide housing assistance for survivors of abuse, support educators, and to develop more childcare centers.

Challenging Lukens is Republican Nathan Butler. Butler is so pro-gun that he supports Constitutional Carry legislation which would allow for the unregulated purchase and carry of firearms. Butler is also running on a pro-oil and gas and anti-immigrant platform.

Lukens is the progressive running for Colorado House District 26.

Representative, District 27

State Rep. Brianna Titone is running for reelection to Colorado House District 27. Rep. Titone, first elected to the Colorado State House 2018, has brought her scientific background in technology and geology to public policy. As the first openly transgender woman to be elected to office in the state, she has fought tirelessly against anti-LGBTQ bills and ending discriminatory draconian policies against marginalized groups. Rep. Titone has fought for improved transportation infrastructure and access, equity in per-pupil public school funding, and advancing technology access for all with increased broadband. With a background in science, Titone has sponsored several climate resilience bills to reduce pollution, protect water quality, and boost energy efficiency.

Republican Ed Cox is challenging Rep. Titone.

Rep. Titone’s policies and record combined make her the unequivocal progressive in District 27.

State Rep. Brianna Titone is running for reelection to Colorado House District 27. Rep. Titone, first elected to the Colorado State House 2018, has brought her scientific background in technology and geology to public policy. As the first openly transgender woman to be elected to office in the state, she has fought tirelessly against anti-LGBTQ bills and ending discriminatory draconian policies against marginalized groups. Rep. Titone has fought for improved transportation infrastructure and access, equity in per-pupil public school funding, and advancing technology access for all with increased broadband. With a background in science, Titone has sponsored several climate resilience bills to reduce pollution, protect water quality, and boost energy efficiency.

Republican Ed Cox is challenging Rep. Titone.

Rep. Titone’s policies and record combined make her the unequivocal progressive in District 27.

Representative, District 28

Rep. Sheila Lieder is running for reelection to House District 28. As a long-time labor leader, Rep. Lieder is a champion for working Jefferson County families. Rep. Lieder has been a fixture in her community and the labor movement for years, including as a longtime volunteer for the Colorado Alliance of Retirees.

Rep. Lieder is running to continue her work on making Colorado more affordable for working families, protecting public education, saving Coloradans money on health care. She will protect abortion and reproductive rights and make Jefferson County safer. Rep. Lieder has sponsored legislation on housing accessibility, infrastructure improvements for public schools, and protections for working minors. Rep. Lieder has a proven track record of standing up for Coloradans.

Challenging Rep. Lieder is Republican, Peter Boddie. Boddie is a conservative that supports hateful anti-LGBTQIA+ and anti-diversity policies for schools. He is running on a pro gun, anti-immigration platform.

Rep. Sheila Lieder, will continue to represent working Coloradans in House District 28 and is the progressive choice.

Rep. Sheila Lieder is running for reelection to House District 28. As a long-time labor leader, Rep. Lieder is a champion for working Jefferson County families. Rep. Lieder has been a fixture in her community and the labor movement for years, including as a longtime volunteer for the Colorado Alliance of Retirees.

Rep. Lieder is running to continue her work on making Colorado more affordable for working families, protecting public education, saving Coloradans money on health care. She will protect abortion and reproductive rights and make Jefferson County safer. Rep. Lieder has sponsored legislation on housing accessibility, infrastructure improvements for public schools, and protections for working minors. Rep. Lieder has a proven track record of standing up for Coloradans.

Challenging Rep. Lieder is Republican, Peter Boddie. Boddie is a conservative that supports hateful anti-LGBTQIA+ and anti-diversity policies for schools. He is running on a pro gun, anti-immigration platform.

Rep. Sheila Lieder, will continue to represent working Coloradans in House District 28 and is the progressive choice.

Representative, District 29

Rep. Shannon Bird is seeking re-election for a fourth term in the Colorado State House District 29. Rep. Bird was first elected to the State House in 2018 after serving on the Westminster City Council, where she lives with her family.

Rep. Bird currently serves as Chair of the Joint Budget Committee and Vice Chair of the Appropriations Committee. She has led the way in supporting small businesses through her Small Business Recovery Loan Program; cosponsored the $5.3 billion transportation package; fought for all day kindergarten and preschool; and signed on as a co-sponsor for the Reproductive Health Equity Act. Bird will continue to represent working families and small businesses and protect freedoms in the Colorado legislature.

Extremist right-wing Republican, Evan Hunt is challenging Representative Bird. Hunt opposes public health and seeks to expand the oil and gas industry as well as TABOR (Taxpayers Bill of Rights).

Rep. Bird is the progressive candidate running for House District 29.

Rep. Shannon Bird is seeking re-election for a fourth term in the Colorado State House District 29. Rep. Bird was first elected to the State House in 2018 after serving on the Westminster City Council, where she lives with her family.

Rep. Bird currently serves as Chair of the Joint Budget Committee and Vice Chair of the Appropriations Committee. She has led the way in supporting small businesses through her Small Business Recovery Loan Program; cosponsored the $5.3 billion transportation package; fought for all day kindergarten and preschool; and signed on as a co-sponsor for the Reproductive Health Equity Act. Bird will continue to represent working families and small businesses and protect freedoms in the Colorado legislature.

Extremist right-wing Republican, Evan Hunt is challenging Representative Bird. Hunt opposes public health and seeks to expand the oil and gas industry as well as TABOR (Taxpayers Bill of Rights).

Rep. Bird is the progressive candidate running for House District 29.

Representative, District 30

Rebekah Stewart is running for House District 30. Stewart is a music therapist and healthcare advocate as well as a member of the Lakewood City Council.

At the legislature, Stewart will advocate for health care, reproductive justice, and renewable energy initiatives. As a therapist, she is a staunch supporter of increasing mental health resources in schools and law enforcement agencies. Stewart understands the vital need for mental health and social work co-responders working with law enforcement in mental health crisis situations. She supports LGBTQ+ rights and reducing gun violence.

Ramey Johnson, an anti-public education and pro-TABOR Republican is also running for House District 30. She also wants to see the expansion of law enforcement and reinstatement of "qualified immunity."

Rebekah Stewart is the progressive choice for House District 30.

Rebekah Stewart is running for House District 30. Stewart is a music therapist and healthcare advocate as well as a member of the Lakewood City Council.

At the legislature, Stewart will advocate for health care, reproductive justice, and renewable energy initiatives. As a therapist, she is a staunch supporter of increasing mental health resources in schools and law enforcement agencies. Stewart understands the vital need for mental health and social work co-responders working with law enforcement in mental health crisis situations. She supports LGBTQ+ rights and reducing gun violence.

Ramey Johnson, an anti-public education and pro-TABOR Republican is also running for House District 30. She also wants to see the expansion of law enforcement and reinstatement of "qualified immunity."

Rebekah Stewart is the progressive choice for House District 30.

Representative, District 32

Rep. Manny Rutinel is running for reelection in House District 32. Rep. Rutinel is a strong progressive and is running unopposed. He has sponsored legislation to support communities disproportionately affected by poor air quality, loan forgiveness, and accessibility to meetings held by local public bodies. He stands in support of reproductive rights and diversity, equity, and inclusion regardless of race, sex, age, religion, disability, nationality, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

Rep. Manny Rutinel is running for reelection in House District 32. Rep. Rutinel is a strong progressive and is running unopposed. He has sponsored legislation to support communities disproportionately affected by poor air quality, loan forgiveness, and accessibility to meetings held by local public bodies. He stands in support of reproductive rights and diversity, equity, and inclusion regardless of race, sex, age, religion, disability, nationality, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

Representative, District 33

Rep. William Lindstedt is seeking reelection to House District 33. Prior to his service in the State House, Lindstedt was a member of the Broomfield City Council, where he was at the forefront of crucial growth planning and environmental protection issues. Since becoming a State Representative, Rep. Lindstedt has sponsored legislation for public transit reform, consumer protection in event ticket sales, and affordable housing programs. He is a proven advocate for House District 33.

Challenging Lindstedt is Michael Martinez of the Republican Party. Martinez supports TABOR (Taxpayers Bill of Rights) and the expansion of law enforcement.

Rep. William Lindstedt is the progressive for House District 33.

Rep. William Lindstedt is seeking reelection to House District 33. Prior to his service in the State House, Lindstedt was a member of the Broomfield City Council, where he was at the forefront of crucial growth planning and environmental protection issues. Since becoming a State Representative, Rep. Lindstedt has sponsored legislation for public transit reform, consumer protection in event ticket sales, and affordable housing programs. He is a proven advocate for House District 33.

Challenging Lindstedt is Michael Martinez of the Republican Party. Martinez supports TABOR (Taxpayers Bill of Rights) and the expansion of law enforcement.

Rep. William Lindstedt is the progressive for House District 33.

Representative, District 34

Rep. Jenny Willford is seeking reelection in House District 34. The former Mayor Pro Tem of Northglenn, Willford worked to provide family leave benefits to municipal employees while promoting affordable housing and addressing the threat of climate change. Prior to her election to the General Assembly, Rep. Willford was the Executive Director of Emerge Colorado, an organization dedicated to promoting women in elected office.

As a State Representative, Rep. Willford supported legislation to require permits for activities that impact air quality, provided access to child care assistance, and free menstrual products for students.

Pro-gun, anti- immigration, and TABOR expansionist, Craig Sullivan is the Republican running for House District 34. Sullivan supports gun ownership, immigration restrictions, Also running for the HD34 seat are Alexander "Skinny" Winkler of the Center Party and Mark Bromley who is unaffiliated.

Rep. Willford is the progressive leader running for House District 34.

Rep. Jenny Willford is seeking reelection in House District 34. The former Mayor Pro Tem of Northglenn, Willford worked to provide family leave benefits to municipal employees while promoting affordable housing and addressing the threat of climate change. Prior to her election to the General Assembly, Rep. Willford was the Executive Director of Emerge Colorado, an organization dedicated to promoting women in elected office.

As a State Representative, Rep. Willford supported legislation to require permits for activities that impact air quality, provided access to child care assistance, and free menstrual products for students.

Pro-gun, anti- immigration, and TABOR expansionist, Craig Sullivan is the Republican running for House District 34. Sullivan supports gun ownership, immigration restrictions, Also running for the HD34 seat are Alexander "Skinny" Winkler of the Center Party and Mark Bromley who is unaffiliated.

Rep. Willford is the progressive leader running for House District 34.

Representative, District 35

Rep. Lorena Garcia is seeking reelection to Colorado House District 35. Garcia is a long-time nonprofit leader - who continues her work in organization for marginalized communities and standing up for working Colorado families. She is dedicated to celebrating diversity, increasing public school funding from pre-K to higher ed, and strengthening the economy. Rep. Garcia is a 7th generation Coloradan and understands the struggles faced by working Coloradans. She has helped lead the way on renewable energy initiatives and reproductive justice protections.

Rep. Garcia has also sponsored legislation to support birth equity in correctional facilities, integration programs for migrants, and protections for name changes to align with one's gender identity. She is a progressive champion for all Coloradans.

Republican, Lee Knoll is opposing Rep. Garcia, and does not have any public platform information.

Rep. Lorena Garcia is the progressive choice for House District 35.

Rep. Lorena Garcia is seeking reelection to Colorado House District 35. Garcia is a long-time nonprofit leader - who continues her work in organization for marginalized communities and standing up for working Colorado families. She is dedicated to celebrating diversity, increasing public school funding from pre-K to higher ed, and strengthening the economy. Rep. Garcia is a 7th generation Coloradan and understands the struggles faced by working Coloradans. She has helped lead the way on renewable energy initiatives and reproductive justice protections.

Rep. Garcia has also sponsored legislation to support birth equity in correctional facilities, integration programs for migrants, and protections for name changes to align with one's gender identity. She is a progressive champion for all Coloradans.

Republican, Lee Knoll is opposing Rep. Garcia, and does not have any public platform information.

Rep. Lorena Garcia is the progressive choice for House District 35.

Representative, District 37

Rep. Chad Clifford is running for reelection to Colorado House District 37. Rep. Clifford is a dedicated advocate on issues such as affordable housing, public school education funding, and systemic inequality. He has been and will continue to be a prime sponsor on at least one bill regarding social issues and accessibility each legislative session. He is committed to sustainability, conservation, and equitable resource management. Rep. Clifford has sponsored legislation on protections for juvenile offenders, opportunities for disabled people, and the regulation of money transmitters like Applepay and Paypal.

Kevin Biehl is a write-in unaffiliated candidate for House District 37.

Rep. Clifford is the progressive choice for House District 37.

Rep. Chad Clifford is running for reelection to Colorado House District 37. Rep. Clifford is a dedicated advocate on issues such as affordable housing, public school education funding, and systemic inequality. He has been and will continue to be a prime sponsor on at least one bill regarding social issues and accessibility each legislative session. He is committed to sustainability, conservation, and equitable resource management. Rep. Clifford has sponsored legislation on protections for juvenile offenders, opportunities for disabled people, and the regulation of money transmitters like Applepay and Paypal.

Kevin Biehl is a write-in unaffiliated candidate for House District 37.

Rep. Clifford is the progressive choice for House District 37.

Representative, District 38

Gretchen Rydin is running for House District 38. Rydin is a Littleton City Council member, therapist, and social worker. She is an advocate for trauma and addiction recovery as well as for the LGBTQ+ community and refugees. Rydin promises to fight for equitable and accessible housing, small businesses, and arts and education funding. She chaired the Regional Opioid Council and directed more than $49M in funding for substance use prevention, treatment, harm reduction, recovery, and criminal justice programs in Arapahoe County. She also helped pass a inclusive housing ordinance in Littleton to ensure affordable housing as a part of new builds.

Opposing Rydin is a pro-gun candidate and TABOR (Taxpayers Bill of Rights) expansionist Jeffery Patty, of the Republican Party.

Gretchen Rydin is the progressive choice for House District 38.

Gretchen Rydin is running for House District 38. Rydin is a Littleton City Council member, therapist, and social worker. She is an advocate for trauma and addiction recovery as well as for the LGBTQ+ community and refugees. Rydin promises to fight for equitable and accessible housing, small businesses, and arts and education funding. She chaired the Regional Opioid Council and directed more than $49M in funding for substance use prevention, treatment, harm reduction, recovery, and criminal justice programs in Arapahoe County. She also helped pass a inclusive housing ordinance in Littleton to ensure affordable housing as a part of new builds.

Opposing Rydin is a pro-gun candidate and TABOR (Taxpayers Bill of Rights) expansionist Jeffery Patty, of the Republican Party.

Gretchen Rydin is the progressive choice for House District 38.

Representative, District 40

Incumbent Rep. Naquetta Ricks has served Colorado House District 40 since 2020. Rep. Ricks resettled in Aurora, Colorado after fleeing the ongoing civil war in her native Liberia. She graduated from the University of Colorado with an MBA and serves on the House Business and Public Health Committees. Rep. Ricks was the prime sponsor of legislation to reform the practices of predatory towing companies.

Rep. Ricks' Republican opponent Darryl Gibbs is an Air Force Reserve veteran and former Denver Police officer. Gibbs is a right-wing, anti-LGBTQIA+ candidate, with the toxic Facebook mantra: "teach your boys to be men before their teachers teach them to be women," and claims "there's no such thing as an assault weapon."

Rep. Naquetta Ricks is the clear progressives running for Colorado House District 40.

Incumbent Rep. Naquetta Ricks has served Colorado House District 40 since 2020. Rep. Ricks resettled in Aurora, Colorado after fleeing the ongoing civil war in her native Liberia. She graduated from the University of Colorado with an MBA and serves on the House Business and Public Health Committees. Rep. Ricks was the prime sponsor of legislation to reform the practices of predatory towing companies.

Rep. Ricks' Republican opponent Darryl Gibbs is an Air Force Reserve veteran and former Denver Police officer. Gibbs is a right-wing, anti-LGBTQIA+ candidate, with the toxic Facebook mantra: "teach your boys to be men before their teachers teach them to be women," and claims "there's no such thing as an assault weapon."

Rep. Naquetta Ricks is the clear progressives running for Colorado House District 40.

Representative, District 41

Incumbent Rep. Iman Jodeh has represented Colorado House District 41 since 2020. Rep. Jodeh is the first Muslim ever elected to the Colorado General Assembly. Prior to winning election in 2020, Rep. Jodeh served as community liaison for the Interfaith Alliance of Colorado. She serves on the House Appropriations and Public & Behavioral Health Committees. The Council of State Governments chose Rep. Jodeh as one of the “20 Under 40” elected officials whose careers in public service show promise.

Rep. Jodeh's Republican opponent, Rob McKenna, has no experience in elective office and little information available other than having signed the U.S. Term Limits pledge to support congressional term limits, which already apply to members of the Colorado General Assembly.

Rep. Jodeh is the clear progressive choice to represent Colorado House District 41.

Incumbent Rep. Iman Jodeh has represented Colorado House District 41 since 2020. Rep. Jodeh is the first Muslim ever elected to the Colorado General Assembly. Prior to winning election in 2020, Rep. Jodeh served as community liaison for the Interfaith Alliance of Colorado. She serves on the House Appropriations and Public & Behavioral Health Committees. The Council of State Governments chose Rep. Jodeh as one of the “20 Under 40” elected officials whose careers in public service show promise.

Rep. Jodeh's Republican opponent, Rob McKenna, has no experience in elective office and little information available other than having signed the U.S. Term Limits pledge to support congressional term limits, which already apply to members of the Colorado General Assembly.

Rep. Jodeh is the clear progressive choice to represent Colorado House District 41.

Representative, District 43

Rep. Bob Marshall is running for reelection to Colorado House District 43. Rep. Marshall is a former United States Marine Corps attorney who served in Iraq and Afghanistan, and later worked helping wounded sailors and Marines returning from combat. He is a strong supporter of common sense gun laws and has stood up to Second Amendment absolutists in the Capitol. Rep. Marshall advocates for environmental protections, law enforcement reforms, veterans, and reproductive rights. He has sponsored legislation to support affordable housing for seniors, accessibility to state grants for rural communities, and legislative accountability and transparency.

Matt Burcham of the Republican Party is challenging Representative Marshall. Burcham is a supporter of TABOR (Taxpayers Bill of Rights), pro-gun, and supports vouchers and individual "parents rights" to dictate public education policies.

Transparency candidate Bob Marshall is the more progressive candidate running for HD43.

Rep. Bob Marshall is running for reelection to Colorado House District 43. Rep. Marshall is a former United States Marine Corps attorney who served in Iraq and Afghanistan, and later worked helping wounded sailors and Marines returning from combat. He is a strong supporter of common sense gun laws and has stood up to Second Amendment absolutists in the Capitol. Rep. Marshall advocates for environmental protections, law enforcement reforms, veterans, and reproductive rights. He has sponsored legislation to support affordable housing for seniors, accessibility to state grants for rural communities, and legislative accountability and transparency.

Matt Burcham of the Republican Party is challenging Representative Marshall. Burcham is a supporter of TABOR (Taxpayers Bill of Rights), pro-gun, and supports vouchers and individual "parents rights" to dictate public education policies.

Transparency candidate Bob Marshall is the more progressive candidate running for HD43.

Representative, District 44

Alyssa Nilemo is running to represent Colorado House District 44. Fourth generation Coloradan, Nilemo works at the Auraria Higher Education Center in securing funding for higher ed, performing arts, and community events in Douglas County. She is a a long time board member of the Asian Chamber of Commerce and received the Asian Hero of Colorado Award in 2022. She is a recent Democrat, and long time unaffiliated voter. Her motto is "people before politics."

Nilemo is dedicated to supporting small businesses, accessible housing for all, and living wages for teachers and educators. She supports common sense gun-safety legislation and the conservation of our land and water. Nilemo will work to protect reproductive freedoms and ensure rights for all Coloradans.

Nilemo is challenging incumbent Rep. Anthony Hartsook. Hartsook is an Army veteran and graduate of the far-right and extreme "Leadership Program of the Rockies." Hartsook supports expanding ICE and opposed the ban on assault weapons in Colorado.

Alyssa Nilemo is the progressive for House District 44.

Alyssa Nilemo is running to represent Colorado House District 44. Fourth generation Coloradan, Nilemo works at the Auraria Higher Education Center in securing funding for higher ed, performing arts, and community events in Douglas County. She is a a long time board member of the Asian Chamber of Commerce and received the Asian Hero of Colorado Award in 2022. She is a recent Democrat, and long time unaffiliated voter. Her motto is "people before politics."

Nilemo is dedicated to supporting small businesses, accessible housing for all, and living wages for teachers and educators. She supports common sense gun-safety legislation and the conservation of our land and water. Nilemo will work to protect reproductive freedoms and ensure rights for all Coloradans.

Nilemo is challenging incumbent Rep. Anthony Hartsook. Hartsook is an Army veteran and graduate of the far-right and extreme "Leadership Program of the Rockies." Hartsook supports expanding ICE and opposed the ban on assault weapons in Colorado.

Alyssa Nilemo is the progressive for House District 44.

Representative, District 46

Pueblo native, Rep. Tisha Mauro, is running for reelection to Colorado House District 46. Rep. Mauro was raised on a farm near Boone, graduated from Pueblo County High School and from Colorado State University-Pueblo, and has been in the auto industry for 20 years as a finance manager and sales manager. Rep. Mauro seeks to fight for working families by creating better jobs, addressing public safety, protecting Colorado water, and investing in Colorado highways and roads. Rep. Mauro will continue her advocacy for laborers, having sponsored laws on towing carrier regulations and railroad safety requirements in the House of Representatives. Rep. Mauro is a supporter of reproductive rights and environmental protections.

Rocky Mountain Gun Owners candidate (“Pro 2A all day, everyday!”), Kim Swearington is challenging Representative Tisha Mauro. Swearington is also an anti-LGBTQIA+ candidate.

Rep. Tisha Mauro is the progressive candidate for Colorado House District 46.

Pueblo native, Rep. Tisha Mauro, is running for reelection to Colorado House District 46. Rep. Mauro was raised on a farm near Boone, graduated from Pueblo County High School and from Colorado State University-Pueblo, and has been in the auto industry for 20 years as a finance manager and sales manager. Rep. Mauro seeks to fight for working families by creating better jobs, addressing public safety, protecting Colorado water, and investing in Colorado highways and roads. Rep. Mauro will continue her advocacy for laborers, having sponsored laws on towing carrier regulations and railroad safety requirements in the House of Representatives. Rep. Mauro is a supporter of reproductive rights and environmental protections.

Rocky Mountain Gun Owners candidate (“Pro 2A all day, everyday!”), Kim Swearington is challenging Representative Tisha Mauro. Swearington is also an anti-LGBTQIA+ candidate.

Rep. Tisha Mauro is the progressive candidate for Colorado House District 46.

Representative, District 47

Elizabeth Bulthuis is running for Representative of House District 47. In the Capitol, Buthuis plans to be “Standing up for Southeastern Colorado” through her advocacy for the people of her large and diverse community. She aims to preserve Colorado’s water, spur small town economic development, support rural schools, and assure accessible healthcare and reproductive rights. Bulthuis is proud to dedicate her political action to every Coloradan regardless of race, gender, or sexuality.

Bulthuis is challenging incumbent Ty Winter. Winter is a dangerous conservative and is a member of the Proud Boys, an FBI identified “extremist group with ties to white nationalism” and white supremacy. He opposes public health mandates and diversity education.

Elizabeth Bulthuis is the progressive running for House District 47.

Elizabeth Bulthuis is running for Representative of House District 47. In the Capitol, Buthuis plans to be “Standing up for Southeastern Colorado” through her advocacy for the people of her large and diverse community. She aims to preserve Colorado’s water, spur small town economic development, support rural schools, and assure accessible healthcare and reproductive rights. Bulthuis is proud to dedicate her political action to every Coloradan regardless of race, gender, or sexuality.

Bulthuis is challenging incumbent Ty Winter. Winter is a dangerous conservative and is a member of the Proud Boys, an FBI identified “extremist group with ties to white nationalism” and white supremacy. He opposes public health mandates and diversity education.

Elizabeth Bulthuis is the progressive running for House District 47.

Representative, District 49

Lesley Smith is running to represent House District 49. Smith has worked as a scientist and educator at CU for thirty years. Having served on the Boulder Valley School Board for eight years, and currently as a CU Regent At-Large, Smith has a long and successful history of leadership and service. After the 2013 floods, she served on the City of Boulder’s Water Resources Advisory Board to help rebuild and secure Boulder’s water infrastructure.

Smith is a fierce advocate for public education and hopes to secure funding for both K-12 and higher education institutions. As a scientist, Smith understands the importance of climate action and aims to help our state transition to renewable energy as well as to increase protections from wildfire, flooding, and drought. Smith supports both the ban on assault weapons and protecting abortion rights and reproductive freedom.

Opposing Smith is Steve Ferrante. Ferrante is a conservative, anti-LGBTQIA+ candidate, opposed to government funding of social welfare programs.

Lesley Smith is the progressive running for House District 49.

Lesley Smith is running to represent House District 49. Smith has worked as a scientist and educator at CU for thirty years. Having served on the Boulder Valley School Board for eight years, and currently as a CU Regent At-Large, Smith has a long and successful history of leadership and service. After the 2013 floods, she served on the City of Boulder’s Water Resources Advisory Board to help rebuild and secure Boulder’s water infrastructure.

Smith is a fierce advocate for public education and hopes to secure funding for both K-12 and higher education institutions. As a scientist, Smith understands the importance of climate action and aims to help our state transition to renewable energy as well as to increase protections from wildfire, flooding, and drought. Smith supports both the ban on assault weapons and protecting abortion rights and reproductive freedom.

Opposing Smith is Steve Ferrante. Ferrante is a conservative, anti-LGBTQIA+ candidate, opposed to government funding of social welfare programs.

Lesley Smith is the progressive running for House District 49.

Representative, District 50

Rep. Mary Young is seeking re-election to the Colorado House District 50. Rep. Young was first elected in 2019 and has championed legislation that addresses the needs of working families and small businesses. Rep. Young currently serves as the Vice Chair to the Health and Human Services Committee and as a member of the Education Committee. Prior to joining the State House, Rep. Young spent her career serving as a school psychologist at schools around Greeley.

Rep. Young has spent her time in the State House working to reform education funding while addressing the mental health of students. She has sponsored legislation to provide advocates for children in foster care and state funding for higher education. Rep. Young also worked as part of the solution in providing COVID recovery assistance and support for working families.

Republican candidate Ryan Gonzalez is running again to attempt to unseat Rep. Young. A graduate of the far-right so-called "Leadership Program of the Rockies," Gonzales is pro-oil and gas and an outspoken supporter of Donald Trump.

Rep. Young is the progressive choice for House District 50.

Rep. Mary Young is seeking re-election to the Colorado House District 50. Rep. Young was first elected in 2019 and has championed legislation that addresses the needs of working families and small businesses. Rep. Young currently serves as the Vice Chair to the Health and Human Services Committee and as a member of the Education Committee. Prior to joining the State House, Rep. Young spent her career serving as a school psychologist at schools around Greeley.

Rep. Young has spent her time in the State House working to reform education funding while addressing the mental health of students. She has sponsored legislation to provide advocates for children in foster care and state funding for higher education. Rep. Young also worked as part of the solution in providing COVID recovery assistance and support for working families.

Republican candidate Ryan Gonzalez is running again to attempt to unseat Rep. Young. A graduate of the far-right so-called "Leadership Program of the Rockies," Gonzales is pro-oil and gas and an outspoken supporter of Donald Trump.

Rep. Young is the progressive choice for House District 50.

Representative, District 51

Sarah McKeen is running for House District 51. McKeen is a Social Worker and CSU Graduate living and working in Loveland with a passion for social advocacy. She has served on the Loveland Planning Commission for the past 4 years and volunteers on the Larimer County Behavioral Health Committee. McKeen seeks to increase government and economic support for education, childcare, and senior citizens. She also believes in the need for environmental protections and climate action through renewable energy. McKeen supports laborers in conjunction with each of these issues acknowledging that “Supporting worker's rights also supports affordable & accessible housing, healthcare, childcare, and more.”

McKeen is challenging incumbent Ron Weinberg. Weinberg is a pro-militia, anti-abortion, TABOR (tax payers bill of rights) enthusiast who opposes the expansion of renewable energy in Colorado.

Sarah McKeen is the progressive running in House District 51.

Sarah McKeen is running for House District 51. McKeen is a Social Worker and CSU Graduate living and working in Loveland with a passion for social advocacy. She has served on the Loveland Planning Commission for the past 4 years and volunteers on the Larimer County Behavioral Health Committee. McKeen seeks to increase government and economic support for education, childcare, and senior citizens. She also believes in the need for environmental protections and climate action through renewable energy. McKeen supports laborers in conjunction with each of these issues acknowledging that “Supporting worker's rights also supports affordable & accessible housing, healthcare, childcare, and more.”

McKeen is challenging incumbent Ron Weinberg. Weinberg is a pro-militia, anti-abortion, TABOR (tax payers bill of rights) enthusiast who opposes the expansion of renewable energy in Colorado.

Sarah McKeen is the progressive running in House District 51.

Representative, District 52

Yara Zokaie is running to represent Colorado House District 52. Zokaie is a tax professional who has advocated for small businesses and now works as the Chief Deputy Assessor for Larimer County. She is a first generation Iranian American who knows the struggles of working families. As an activist, Zokaie worked with local moms and legislators to bring the importance of paid parental leave into the public eye.

Zokaie understands the harm that TABOR (Taxpayer Bill of Rights) has done to Colorado funding and working families. She supports a more a progressive tax code and the ending of tax loopholes for large corporations and the wealthy. Zokaie is also outspoken in her support of reproductive freedoms, LGBTQ+ protections, and criminal justice reform.

Zokaie is facing pro-gun and oil and gas-enthusiast Steve Yurash of the Center Party. The Center Party is made up of moderates who do not take strong stances on political matters.

Yara Zokaie is the progressive running to represent House District 52.

Yara Zokaie is running to represent Colorado House District 52. Zokaie is a tax professional who has advocated for small businesses and now works as the Chief Deputy Assessor for Larimer County. She is a first generation Iranian American who knows the struggles of working families. As an activist, Zokaie worked with local moms and legislators to bring the importance of paid parental leave into the public eye.

Zokaie understands the harm that TABOR (Taxpayer Bill of Rights) has done to Colorado funding and working families. She supports a more a progressive tax code and the ending of tax loopholes for large corporations and the wealthy. Zokaie is also outspoken in her support of reproductive freedoms, LGBTQ+ protections, and criminal justice reform.

Zokaie is facing pro-gun and oil and gas-enthusiast Steve Yurash of the Center Party. The Center Party is made up of moderates who do not take strong stances on political matters.

Yara Zokaie is the progressive running to represent House District 52.

Representative, District 53

Rep. Andrew Boesnecker is running for re-election to the Colorado State House to represent House District 53. A former teacher and an ordained ELCA minister, Rep. Boesnecker has worked tirelessly for over a decade to bring the Ft. Collins and Larimer County communities together. Rep. Boesnecker has spent his tenure supporting environmental legislation such as SB181, championing public education, comprehensive health care, and recovery from COVID-19. In 2022, Rep. Boesnecker sponsored legislation requiring oil and gas reporting, protections for mobile home park residents, and culturally relevant training for health professionals.

Anti-media Republican Donna Walter is running again to represent House District 52. She has refused to speak to news sources about her platform, though has said on Twitter that she hopes to avoid the "Bidenism" that has failed America.

Rep. Boesnecker is the progressive choice for House District 53.

Rep. Andrew Boesnecker is running for re-election to the Colorado State House to represent House District 53. A former teacher and an ordained ELCA minister, Rep. Boesnecker has worked tirelessly for over a decade to bring the Ft. Collins and Larimer County communities together. Rep. Boesnecker has spent his tenure supporting environmental legislation such as SB181, championing public education, comprehensive health care, and recovery from COVID-19. In 2022, Rep. Boesnecker sponsored legislation requiring oil and gas reporting, protections for mobile home park residents, and culturally relevant training for health professionals.

Anti-media Republican Donna Walter is running again to represent House District 52. She has refused to speak to news sources about her platform, though has said on Twitter that she hopes to avoid the "Bidenism" that has failed America.

Rep. Boesnecker is the progressive choice for House District 53.

Representative, District 56

Alessandra Navetta is running for Colorado House District 56. Navetta is a retired nurse and attorney, dedicated to public service. She has served as a Trustee for Pines and Plains Library District. Nevetta is dedicated to speaking out for the rural voices of District 56 by advocating for increased healthcare access, high speed internet infrastructure development, and post-secondary education. She supports adding limitations to the Second Amendment and policies against corporate greed.

Republican candidate Chris Richardson also running. Richardson is a pro-gun, anti-government, TABOR (Taxpayers Bill of Rights)-supporter and believes that the Colorado state government should not pass new laws or policies. Richardson has stated that “We should be repealing what we can, amending what we can’t repeal, and only rarely considering any new law.”

Alessandra Navetta is the progressive choice for House District 56.

Alessandra Navetta is running for Colorado House District 56. Navetta is a retired nurse and attorney, dedicated to public service. She has served as a Trustee for Pines and Plains Library District. Nevetta is dedicated to speaking out for the rural voices of District 56 by advocating for increased healthcare access, high speed internet infrastructure development, and post-secondary education. She supports adding limitations to the Second Amendment and policies against corporate greed.

Republican candidate Chris Richardson also running. Richardson is a pro-gun, anti-government, TABOR (Taxpayers Bill of Rights)-supporter and believes that the Colorado state government should not pass new laws or policies. Richardson has stated that “We should be repealing what we can, amending what we can’t repeal, and only rarely considering any new law.”

Alessandra Navetta is the progressive choice for House District 56.

Representative, District 57

Elizabeth Velasco is running for reelection to Colorado House District 57. A small business owner and the daughter of immigrants, Rep. Velasco has lived in Pitkin, Eagle, and Garfield counties for over 20 years. An experienced community leader and advocate, Velasco served as a Public Information Officer for Wildland Fire. She has worked in the service, healthcare, nonprofit, and local government industries. Rep. Velasco has championed solutions to climate change, lowered costs for working families, increased access to health care, supported immigrant rights, and funded small business development. As a State Representative, she has sponsored bills regarding public knowledge of hazardous chemicals released through oil and gas operations, rights for mobile home owners, and the secure storage of firearms in motor vehicles.

Opposing Velasco is Republican Caleb Waller. Waller seeks an anti-public education "Parental Bill of Rights" that would allow individual parents the ability to control the statewide public education curriculum. He also supports TABOR (Taxpayers Bill of Rights) expansion and opposes regulation and accountability for oil and gas corporations.

Rep. Velasco is the progressive choice for House District 57.

Elizabeth Velasco is running for reelection to Colorado House District 57. A small business owner and the daughter of immigrants, Rep. Velasco has lived in Pitkin, Eagle, and Garfield counties for over 20 years. An experienced community leader and advocate, Velasco served as a Public Information Officer for Wildland Fire. She has worked in the service, healthcare, nonprofit, and local government industries. Rep. Velasco has championed solutions to climate change, lowered costs for working families, increased access to health care, supported immigrant rights, and funded small business development. As a State Representative, she has sponsored bills regarding public knowledge of hazardous chemicals released through oil and gas operations, rights for mobile home owners, and the secure storage of firearms in motor vehicles.

Opposing Velasco is Republican Caleb Waller. Waller seeks an anti-public education "Parental Bill of Rights" that would allow individual parents the ability to control the statewide public education curriculum. He also supports TABOR (Taxpayers Bill of Rights) expansion and opposes regulation and accountability for oil and gas corporations.

Rep. Velasco is the progressive choice for House District 57.

Representative, District 59

Katie Stewart is running for Colorado House District 59. Stewart is a fourth-generation Durango native with extensive public service and volunteer experience ranging from the Durango EMS to the Durango 9-R Board of Education. She is dedicated to providing for her fellow rural Coloradans by funding education, developing health care infrastructure, and lowering the cost of living. Stewart also believes in stewarding relationships with the Ute Mountain Ute and Southern Ute sovereign nations. She will support Native sovereignty through economic development and food access in the Capitol. Stewart champions reproductive freedoms and a mindful transition to renewable forms of energy.

Republican Clark Craig of the Republican party is also running. A pro-gun and pro-oil and gas candidate, Craig supports the expansion of law enforcement funding.

Stewart is the progressive choice in House District 59.

Katie Stewart is running for Colorado House District 59. Stewart is a fourth-generation Durango native with extensive public service and volunteer experience ranging from the Durango EMS to the Durango 9-R Board of Education. She is dedicated to providing for her fellow rural Coloradans by funding education, developing health care infrastructure, and lowering the cost of living. Stewart also believes in stewarding relationships with the Ute Mountain Ute and Southern Ute sovereign nations. She will support Native sovereignty through economic development and food access in the Capitol. Stewart champions reproductive freedoms and a mindful transition to renewable forms of energy.

Republican Clark Craig of the Republican party is also running. A pro-gun and pro-oil and gas candidate, Craig supports the expansion of law enforcement funding.

Stewart is the progressive choice in House District 59.

Representative, District 61

Rep. Eliza Hamrick is running for reelection to Colorado House District 61. Rep. Hamrick is a retired public school history and government teacher. She also helped found Teachers United for Immigrant Rights to support immigrant students and families. Additionally, she has served as a vaccination advocate through the Colorado Vaccine Equity Taskforce.

Rep. Hamrick has focused on public education, health and safety, and creating thriving communities. Rep. Hamrick supports legislation to end gun violence and protect reproductive freedoms. She has supported important environmental protections and economic development strategies that serve all Coloradans.

Rep. Hamrick is opposed by Libertarian Joe Johnson. Johnson opposes government tax incentives for economic growth and development and government aid in lowering the cost of healthcare.

Rep. Eliza Hamrick is a proven progressive leader seeking re-election to House District 61.

Rep. Eliza Hamrick is running for reelection to Colorado House District 61. Rep. Hamrick is a retired public school history and government teacher. She also helped found Teachers United for Immigrant Rights to support immigrant students and families. Additionally, she has served as a vaccination advocate through the Colorado Vaccine Equity Taskforce.

Rep. Hamrick has focused on public education, health and safety, and creating thriving communities. Rep. Hamrick supports legislation to end gun violence and protect reproductive freedoms. She has supported important environmental protections and economic development strategies that serve all Coloradans.

Rep. Hamrick is opposed by Libertarian Joe Johnson. Johnson opposes government tax incentives for economic growth and development and government aid in lowering the cost of healthcare.

Rep. Eliza Hamrick is a proven progressive leader seeking re-election to House District 61.

Representative, District 62

Rep. Matthew Martinez is running for reelection to Colorado House District 62. Rep. Martinez is a veteran who served in the US Marines Corps during the Iraq War. He is a dedicated public servant who has served the Boys and Girls Club of the San Luis Valley Board of Directors as well as the Adams State University LatinX Caucus.

Rep. Martinez currently serves as the Vice Chair to the Education Committee. He has passed legislation to support Colorado veterans, agriculture, and students in both traditional schools and trade programs. Rep. Martinez advocates for renewable energy development and living wage policies. He stands with laborers and unions across the state.

Republican candidate Carol Riggenbach is challenging Rep. Martinez. Riggenbach is a conservative gun enthusiast who prides herself on being "Gun totin'" and "Bible packin.'" She supports Colorado becoming a Constitutional Carry State, which would see the removal of any permitting or legal regulations in order to own and carry a firearm. She supports increasing funding to law enforcement, oil and gas drilling, and TABOR (Taxpayers Bill of Rights) expansion.

Rep. Martinez has proven himself to be the progressive choice for House District 62.

Rep. Matthew Martinez is running for reelection to Colorado House District 62. Rep. Martinez is a veteran who served in the US Marines Corps during the Iraq War. He is a dedicated public servant who has served the Boys and Girls Club of the San Luis Valley Board of Directors as well as the Adams State University LatinX Caucus.

Rep. Martinez currently serves as the Vice Chair to the Education Committee. He has passed legislation to support Colorado veterans, agriculture, and students in both traditional schools and trade programs. Rep. Martinez advocates for renewable energy development and living wage policies. He stands with laborers and unions across the state.

Republican candidate Carol Riggenbach is challenging Rep. Martinez. Riggenbach is a conservative gun enthusiast who prides herself on being "Gun totin'" and "Bible packin.'" She supports Colorado becoming a Constitutional Carry State, which would see the removal of any permitting or legal regulations in order to own and carry a firearm. She supports increasing funding to law enforcement, oil and gas drilling, and TABOR (Taxpayers Bill of Rights) expansion.

Rep. Martinez has proven himself to be the progressive choice for House District 62.

Representative, District 64

Mark K. Matthews, a retired physician with nearly four decades of service to Colorado and beyond, is running in House District 64. Now living on a farm in Mead, Matthews often donates surplus harvest to the Weld Food Bank. His platform focuses on expanding healthcare access, protecting reproductive rights, and removing government interference from medical decisions. Matthews also advocates for public schools and teacher unions, while prioritizing affordable housing. As a Gun Sense Candidate for Moms Demand Action, he stands in contrast to his opponent, incumbent Republican Rep. Ryan Armagost.

A former law enforcement professional and self-described Constitutional Conservative, Armagost notably sponsored an attempt to impeach Secretary of State Jenna Griswold. This move came after Griswold complied with the Colorado State Supreme Court's decision to remove Donald Trump from the state ballot, citing his role in the January 6th insurrection and constitutional disqualification.

For a progressive voice in House District 64, voters are encouraged to support Mark K. Matthews.

Mark K. Matthews, a retired physician with nearly four decades of service to Colorado and beyond, is running in House District 64. Now living on a farm in Mead, Matthews often donates surplus harvest to the Weld Food Bank. His platform focuses on expanding healthcare access, protecting reproductive rights, and removing government interference from medical decisions. Matthews also advocates for public schools and teacher unions, while prioritizing affordable housing. As a Gun Sense Candidate for Moms Demand Action, he stands in contrast to his opponent, incumbent Republican Rep. Ryan Armagost.

A former law enforcement professional and self-described Constitutional Conservative, Armagost notably sponsored an attempt to impeach Secretary of State Jenna Griswold. This move came after Griswold complied with the Colorado State Supreme Court's decision to remove Donald Trump from the state ballot, citing his role in the January 6th insurrection and constitutional disqualification.

For a progressive voice in House District 64, voters are encouraged to support Mark K. Matthews.

Statewide Ballot Measures

VOTE YES

Vote YES on Amendment 79 to certify Coloradans’ constitutional right to abortion

Abortion is health care, and Amendment 79 protects the right to abortion care in Colorado’s constitution.

Amendment 79 ensures that state and local governments cannot block or limit access to abortion care. It removes existing insurance discrimination policies that prevent public employees and Coloradans enrolled in state and local government insurance programs, from having abortion care covered by their health insurance.

Currently, our state’s constitution does not keep the government out of personal, private health decisions, meaning the government can take away our right to abortion with the stroke of a pen.

A YES vote would change the Colorado constitution, recognizing the right to abortion and protecting it from future government interference of this right.

Regardless of the source of one's health insurance, the right to abortion should be protected for all Coloradans. Coloradans should have the freedom to decide for themselves whether to have an abortion, and that right shouldn’t depend on the source of their health insurance or who is in office.

We must end attempts by anti-abortion extremists to ban abortion in the state and even charge women who’ve had abortions with homicide. We can’t let that happen.

Vote YES on Amendment 79 to ensure that abortion remains safe, legal, and accessible for future generations in Colorado.

 

Abortion is health care, and Amendment 79 protects the right to abortion care in Colorado’s constitution.

Amendment 79 ensures that state and local governments cannot block or limit access to abortion care. It removes existing insurance discrimination policies that prevent public employees and Coloradans enrolled in state and local government insurance programs, from having abortion care covered by their health insurance.

Currently, our state’s constitution does not keep the government out of personal, private health decisions, meaning the government can take away our right to abortion with the stroke of a pen.

A YES vote would change the Colorado constitution, recognizing the right to abortion and protecting it from future government interference of this right.

Regardless of the source of one's health insurance, the right to abortion should be protected for all Coloradans. Coloradans should have the freedom to decide for themselves whether to have an abortion, and that right shouldn’t depend on the source of their health insurance or who is in office.

We must end attempts by anti-abortion extremists to ban abortion in the state and even charge women who’ve had abortions with homicide. We can’t let that happen.

Vote YES on Amendment 79 to ensure that abortion remains safe, legal, and accessible for future generations in Colorado.

 

VOTE NO

Vote NO on Amendment 80 to protect the future of Colorado's public schools

Amendment 80 is a misleading constitutional measure that would require 55% of the vote to pass. Designed to weaken and divert funds from public education, this amendment seeks to pave the way for taxpayer funded, private school voucher programs.

Programs such as this seek to divert critical resources from already underfunded public schools and funnel them to private schools that discriminate against students and families and do not have to meet state education standards or serve all students.

While pretending to be about school choice, which already exists in Colorado (since 1994), Amendment 80's private education proponents seek to justify book banning and abandon curriculums that include sex education, race, and ethnicity. This amendment also would allow parents to sue schools for following non-discrimination laws and interfere with school activities.

Amendment 80 is dangerous - opening the door for extremists to try to dictate school curriculum for 95% of Colorado’s kids.

We recommend that you vote NO on Amendment 80 and protect Colorado's public schools.
 

Amendment 80 is a misleading constitutional measure that would require 55% of the vote to pass. Designed to weaken and divert funds from public education, this amendment seeks to pave the way for taxpayer funded, private school voucher programs.

Programs such as this seek to divert critical resources from already underfunded public schools and funnel them to private schools that discriminate against students and families and do not have to meet state education standards or serve all students.

While pretending to be about school choice, which already exists in Colorado (since 1994), Amendment 80's private education proponents seek to justify book banning and abandon curriculums that include sex education, race, and ethnicity. This amendment also would allow parents to sue schools for following non-discrimination laws and interfere with school activities.

Amendment 80 is dangerous - opening the door for extremists to try to dictate school curriculum for 95% of Colorado’s kids.

We recommend that you vote NO on Amendment 80 and protect Colorado's public schools.
 

VOTE YES

Vote YES on Proposition KK to fund mental health programs with a modest tax on guns and ammo

Voting YES on Proposition KK supports our most at-risk Coloradans — veterans, youth, and victims of domestic violence and other violent crimes. Proposition KK creates a new state tax on the sale of firearms, firearm parts, and ammunition. This revenue would provide around $39 million each year to fund mental health support for survivors of trauma as well as youth and school safety programs.

These programs would provide critical resources to build resilience for survivors of trauma, support the prevention of crime and gun violence, and help end the cycle of violence.

We recommend a YES vote on Amendment KK.

 

Voting YES on Proposition KK supports our most at-risk Coloradans — veterans, youth, and victims of domestic violence and other violent crimes. Proposition KK creates a new state tax on the sale of firearms, firearm parts, and ammunition. This revenue would provide around $39 million each year to fund mental health support for survivors of trauma as well as youth and school safety programs.

These programs would provide critical resources to build resilience for survivors of trauma, support the prevention of crime and gun violence, and help end the cycle of violence.

We recommend a YES vote on Amendment KK.

 

VOTE NO

Vote NO on Proposition 131, a solution in search of a problem that will confuse voters and decrease participation

The supporters of Proposition 131 (former DaVita CEO Kent Thiry and other multi-millionaires) want to make it easier for wealthy candidates like themselves to win in Colorado.

Proposition 131 proposes an “all-candidate” primary for U.S. Senate and House, statewide positions like governor, and the state legislature. It would ask primary voters to choose from all candidates for each of these races, regardless of political affiliation. The top four vote recipients would advance to the general election.

The new voting model would make elections in Colorado more expensive to administer, do away with Colorado’s post-election audit, and is designed to confuse voters and decrease participation.

Proposition 131 would not apply to the Presidential primary.

We recommend a NO vote on Proposition 131.
 

The supporters of Proposition 131 (former DaVita CEO Kent Thiry and other multi-millionaires) want to make it easier for wealthy candidates like themselves to win in Colorado.

Proposition 131 proposes an “all-candidate” primary for U.S. Senate and House, statewide positions like governor, and the state legislature. It would ask primary voters to choose from all candidates for each of these races, regardless of political affiliation. The top four vote recipients would advance to the general election.

The new voting model would make elections in Colorado more expensive to administer, do away with Colorado’s post-election audit, and is designed to confuse voters and decrease participation.

Proposition 131 would not apply to the Presidential primary.

We recommend a NO vote on Proposition 131.