Pueblo County

Selena Ruiz Gomez is running for Pueblo City Councilor At-Large. Gomez is a mental health professional with years of experience from non-profits to individual therapy. Gomez understands the interconnected nature of some of Pueblo's biggest problems, from the environment to accessible housing. Gomez will support sustainable economic development and public safety solutions. Each of these pillars will also contribute to addressing the homelessness crisis in Pueblo. Gomez is a dedicated public servant with eyes on Pueblo’s future. 
Also running are Nathan Harper, Tom Croshal, Brett Boston, Evans Audan Gonzales Garcia, Regina Maestri, and Colleen Grahek-Clark. 
With a mind towards the intersectional nature of Pueblo’s challenges, Selena Ruiz Gomez is the progressive choice for City Councilor At Large.

Dianne Danti is running for council member of the Pueblo City Council in District 1. Danti is a retiree with a lifetime of experience in accounting and project management, as well as significant experience working with non-profits and community commissions. She believes in compassionate and confident leadership for Pueblo especially on the issues of homelessness and crime reduction. Danti aims to better empower the energy commission to hold Black Hills Energy accountable for their impacts on Pueblo's economy and environment. She is dedicated to listening to District 1’s needs and concerns on the problems that impact them most. 
Also running in District 1 are Tiffany Estrada, Kassidy Hall, and Elvis R. Martinez. None of these candidates have a public platform regarding Black Hills Energy and Pueblo's coal plants– one of the biggest issues facing Pueblo and Colorado at large. PNC knows the importance of the energy industry and it's impacts in Pueblo; therefore, voters can be confident in their support of Dianne Danti as the most progressive choice for Pueblo City Council District 1.

Joseph Perko is running for Pueblo City Council District 3. Perko is a union electrician who hopes to bring attention to labor and urban improvement in Pueblo. A degree in business, Perko is an avid volunteer and has also served on Pueblo's Marajuna Licensing Board. He knows that strengthening the working class through unions and benefits can also do good for the economy and community at large. Perko wants to address recent changes to Pueblo’s municipal budget and hopes to ensure continued funding for non-profits and public services. Perko also supports mental health and employment program expansion to support the homeless members of Pueblo’s community. 
Also running is Ted Hernandez. Both candidates are endorsed by Pueblo Democrats. 
Based on his staunch support of unions and laborers, Pueblo District 3 can count on Joseph Perko as the progressive choice.

Michelle Erickson is running for the District 3 seat of Pueblo County School District 70. Recently retired from three decades of teaching social studies, Erickson is experienced with the changing needs and values of Pueblo's students and schools. She has been able to witness just how impactful safe and positive learning environments can be for both in and outside of the classroom. Erickson hopes to secure better funding per-pupil in order to support staff trainings and inclusive classrooms.
Michelle Erickson is a progressive choice for Pueblo County School District 70.

Mark Emery is running for reelection to the Pueblo County District 70 School Board. Having served previously for eight years starting in 2013, Emery has wealth of experience in education governance. He is also a music teacher and band director, having worked at several schools in the Pueblo area. In his prior term, Emery was able to help secure significant funding for D70 to improve security, increase councilling services, and raise teacher salaries. Emery is dedicated to supporting his fellow teachers, arts and music programming, and managing a budget that supports student success.
Mark Emery is a candidate that progressives of Pueblo can feel confident in for District 4 of the Pueblo County District 70 School Board.