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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
Jefferson County Commission
Rachel Zenzinger is the Democrat running for Jefferson County Commissioner District 1. She is the outgoing State Senator from Arvada. In the legislature, Zenzinger serves on the year-round Joint Budget Committee, which is responsible for creating the state's annual balanced budget.
Rachel is a mom who has spent her career serving her Jefferson County community. Zenzinger also served on the Arvada City Council, the boards for the Arvada Center and the Ralston House, the Jefferson County Child and Youth Commission, the Arvada Community Food Bank, and the Denver Regional Council of Governments.
With a deep background in economic development, Zenzinger is focused on helping local businesses to thrive; finding solutions to the County's transportation needs; efficient land use solutions to the county's housing crisis; and equipping Jefferson County with the resources necessary to address fires and public safety while preserving trails and open space. If this sounds like a big policy platform, it is. Zenzinger is a proven and diligent community leader who will keep Jefferson County moving forward.
Challenging Zenzinger for the open seat is Republican Candidate Charlie Johnson. Johnson is running to combat the "liberal Jefferson County Commissioners." Johnson will work to combat property taxes, keep illegal immigrants out of Jefferson County, and work to keep Jefferson County kids "free from indoctrination. If it sounds extreme, he is.
Rachel Zenzinger, for Jefferson Cunty Commissioner District 1, is a proven and pragmatic leader who will keep the county moving forward.
The Jefferson County Commissioner position is elected at-large or county-wide.
Rachel Zenzinger is the Democrat running for Jefferson County Commissioner District 1. She is the outgoing State Senator from Arvada. In the legislature, Zenzinger serves on the year-round Joint Budget Committee, which is responsible for creating the state's annual balanced budget.
Rachel is a mom who has spent her career serving her Jefferson County community. Zenzinger also served on the Arvada City Council, the boards for the Arvada Center and the Ralston House, the Jefferson County Child and Youth Commission, the Arvada Community Food Bank, and the Denver Regional Council of Governments.
With a deep background in economic development, Zenzinger is focused on helping local businesses to thrive; finding solutions to the County's transportation needs; efficient land use solutions to the county's housing crisis; and equipping Jefferson County with the resources necessary to address fires and public safety while preserving trails and open space. If this sounds like a big policy platform, it is. Zenzinger is a proven and diligent community leader who will keep Jefferson County moving forward.
Challenging Zenzinger for the open seat is Republican Candidate Charlie Johnson. Johnson is running to combat the "liberal Jefferson County Commissioners." Johnson will work to combat property taxes, keep illegal immigrants out of Jefferson County, and work to keep Jefferson County kids "free from indoctrination. If it sounds extreme, he is.
Rachel Zenzinger, for Jefferson Cunty Commissioner District 1, is a proven and pragmatic leader who will keep the county moving forward.
The Jefferson County Commissioner position is elected at-large or county-wide.
Rachel Zenzinger is the Democrat running for Jefferson County Commissioner District 1. She is the outgoing State Senator from Arvada. In the legislature, Zenzinger serves on the year-round Joint Budget Committee, which is responsible for creating the state's annual balanced budget.
Rachel is a mom who has spent her career serving her Jefferson County community. Zenzinger also served on the Arvada City Council, the boards for the Arvada Center and the Ralston House, the Jefferson County Child and Youth Commission, the Arvada Community Food Bank, and the Denver Regional Council of Governments.
With a deep background in economic development, Zenzinger is focused on helping local businesses to thrive; finding solutions to the County's transportation needs; efficient land use solutions to the county's housing crisis; and equipping Jefferson County with the resources necessary to address fires and public safety while preserving trails and open space. If this sounds like a big policy platform, it is. Zenzinger is a proven and diligent community leader who will keep Jefferson County moving forward.
Challenging Zenzinger for the open seat is Republican Candidate Charlie Johnson. Johnson is running to combat the "liberal Jefferson County Commissioners." Johnson will work to combat property taxes, keep illegal immigrants out of Jefferson County, and work to keep Jefferson County kids "free from indoctrination. If it sounds extreme, he is.
Rachel Zenzinger, for Jefferson Cunty Commissioner District 1, is a proven and pragmatic leader who will keep the county moving forward.
The Jefferson County Commissioner position is elected at-large or county-wide.
Commissioner Andy Kerr is seeking re-election to represent Jefferson County Commissioner District 2. Commissioner Kerr is a father, husband, educator, former State Representative and Senator, and avid cyclist. He has lived in Lakewood since he was eight years old.
The Jefferson County Commissioner position is elected at-large or county-wide. Commissioner Kerr is a dedicated public servant who has championed public education, renewable energy, and working Jefferson County families. He is seeking reelection to make sure that the County has a growing economy that works for all of its residents and families. This includes support for small business owners, paid sick leaves; and living wages for public workers and contractors.
Kerr sees Jefferson County open space as the "crown jewel" of the Denver metro area. Andy will continue leading the way to expand multi-use trails, ensure strategic and financial support for wildfire mitigation, and work to increase funding for outdoor education programs and conservation easements for farmers and ranchers. Kerr will continue to be a leader on balanced growth as well as mental health and social services for the county.
Natalie Menten is an anti-tax, anti-growth evangelist running to unseat Commissioner Kerr in November. Menten is a Republican librarian who opposes taxes and government mandates, such as growth.
Commissioner Andy Kerr is a dedicated community advocate and public servant who will keep Jefferson County moving forward.
Commissioner Andy Kerr is seeking re-election to represent Jefferson County Commissioner District 2. Commissioner Kerr is a father, husband, educator, former State Representative and Senator, and avid cyclist. He has lived in Lakewood since he was eight years old.
The Jefferson County Commissioner position is elected at-large or county-wide. Commissioner Kerr is a dedicated public servant who has championed public education, renewable energy, and working Jefferson County families. He is seeking reelection to make sure that the County has a growing economy that works for all of its residents and families. This includes support for small business owners, paid sick leaves; and living wages for public workers and contractors.
Kerr sees Jefferson County open space as the "crown jewel" of the Denver metro area. Andy will continue leading the way to expand multi-use trails, ensure strategic and financial support for wildfire mitigation, and work to increase funding for outdoor education programs and conservation easements for farmers and ranchers. Kerr will continue to be a leader on balanced growth as well as mental health and social services for the county.
Natalie Menten is an anti-tax, anti-growth evangelist running to unseat Commissioner Kerr in November. Menten is a Republican librarian who opposes taxes and government mandates, such as growth.
Commissioner Andy Kerr is a dedicated community advocate and public servant who will keep Jefferson County moving forward.
Commissioner Andy Kerr is seeking re-election to represent Jefferson County Commissioner District 2. Commissioner Kerr is a father, husband, educator, former State Representative and Senator, and avid cyclist. He has lived in Lakewood since he was eight years old.
The Jefferson County Commissioner position is elected at-large or county-wide. Commissioner Kerr is a dedicated public servant who has championed public education, renewable energy, and working Jefferson County families. He is seeking reelection to make sure that the County has a growing economy that works for all of its residents and families. This includes support for small business owners, paid sick leaves; and living wages for public workers and contractors.
Kerr sees Jefferson County open space as the "crown jewel" of the Denver metro area. Andy will continue leading the way to expand multi-use trails, ensure strategic and financial support for wildfire mitigation, and work to increase funding for outdoor education programs and conservation easements for farmers and ranchers. Kerr will continue to be a leader on balanced growth as well as mental health and social services for the county.
Natalie Menten is an anti-tax, anti-growth evangelist running to unseat Commissioner Kerr in November. Menten is a Republican librarian who opposes taxes and government mandates, such as growth.
Commissioner Andy Kerr is a dedicated community advocate and public servant who will keep Jefferson County moving forward.
District Attorney, 1st Judicial District
Alexis King is the current district attorney for District 1 and is running unopposed for reelection. In 2020, she defeated Republican Matthew Durkin for the seat.
Prior to serving as District Attorney, King served for over a decade as a Jefferson and Gilpin County Deputy District Attorney. Her responsibilities included leading the day-to-day operations of the Juvenile Unit, prosecuting individual cases, responding to emergent situations, and leading the specialized court that addresses youth with mental health issues.
In her role as District Attorney, her experience and collaboration with other districts has helped to create a Conviction Integrity Unit, enforce bond reform, develop a pre-file diversion program, and lead Colorado in the largest prosecutorial data transparency project in the country.
King's commitment to accountability is clear and makes her the progressive choice for District 1.
Alexis King is the current district attorney for District 1 and is running unopposed for reelection. In 2020, she defeated Republican Matthew Durkin for the seat.
Prior to serving as District Attorney, King served for over a decade as a Jefferson and Gilpin County Deputy District Attorney. Her responsibilities included leading the day-to-day operations of the Juvenile Unit, prosecuting individual cases, responding to emergent situations, and leading the specialized court that addresses youth with mental health issues.
In her role as District Attorney, her experience and collaboration with other districts has helped to create a Conviction Integrity Unit, enforce bond reform, develop a pre-file diversion program, and lead Colorado in the largest prosecutorial data transparency project in the country.
King's commitment to accountability is clear and makes her the progressive choice for District 1.
Alexis King is the current district attorney for District 1 and is running unopposed for reelection. In 2020, she defeated Republican Matthew Durkin for the seat.
Prior to serving as District Attorney, King served for over a decade as a Jefferson and Gilpin County Deputy District Attorney. Her responsibilities included leading the day-to-day operations of the Juvenile Unit, prosecuting individual cases, responding to emergent situations, and leading the specialized court that addresses youth with mental health issues.
In her role as District Attorney, her experience and collaboration with other districts has helped to create a Conviction Integrity Unit, enforce bond reform, develop a pre-file diversion program, and lead Colorado in the largest prosecutorial data transparency project in the country.
King's commitment to accountability is clear and makes her the progressive choice for District 1.
Regional Transportation District
Regional Transportation District D
Chris Gutschenritter is running for RTD District D. An "IT Leader" and member of multiple City of Englewood boards, Gutschenritter is running to rebuild trust in RTD. Gutschenritter is running to increase use of RTD and enhance rider safety. He will work to restore trust in the agency by increasing operational reliability and transparency. He is endorsed by ATU Local 1001.
Barbara McManus has spent over a decade as Executive Manager of the Board of Directors' Office at RTD. She is running to increase safety, work to make sure that RTD is accessible to all, foster transparency, and advocate for resources to maintain quality infrastructure.
Gutschenritter is running to bring changes to RTD and move forward.
Chris Gutschenritter is running for RTD District D. An "IT Leader" and member of multiple City of Englewood boards, Gutschenritter is running to rebuild trust in RTD. Gutschenritter is running to increase use of RTD and enhance rider safety. He will work to restore trust in the agency by increasing operational reliability and transparency. He is endorsed by ATU Local 1001.
Barbara McManus has spent over a decade as Executive Manager of the Board of Directors' Office at RTD. She is running to increase safety, work to make sure that RTD is accessible to all, foster transparency, and advocate for resources to maintain quality infrastructure.
Gutschenritter is running to bring changes to RTD and move forward.
Chris Gutschenritter is running for RTD District D. An "IT Leader" and member of multiple City of Englewood boards, Gutschenritter is running to rebuild trust in RTD. Gutschenritter is running to increase use of RTD and enhance rider safety. He will work to restore trust in the agency by increasing operational reliability and transparency. He is endorsed by ATU Local 1001.
Barbara McManus has spent over a decade as Executive Manager of the Board of Directors' Office at RTD. She is running to increase safety, work to make sure that RTD is accessible to all, foster transparency, and advocate for resources to maintain quality infrastructure.
Gutschenritter is running to bring changes to RTD and move forward.
Regional Transportation District M
Brett Paglieri is running for Regional Transportation District District M. Representing Edgewater, Golden, Lakewood, and Wheat Ridge, Paglier is a transit advocate and user running to create a better, safer transit system for the Denver Metro area. Paglieri is endorsed by Greater Denver Transit.
Write-in candidate DIck Shuster is also running for District M. A mechanical engineer and grandfather, running to bring ridership back to RTD.
Paglieri is the more progressive and better prepared candidate for RTD District M.
Brett Paglieri is running for Regional Transportation District District M. Representing Edgewater, Golden, Lakewood, and Wheat Ridge, Paglier is a transit advocate and user running to create a better, safer transit system for the Denver Metro area. Paglieri is endorsed by Greater Denver Transit.
Write-in candidate DIck Shuster is also running for District M. A mechanical engineer and grandfather, running to bring ridership back to RTD.
Paglieri is the more progressive and better prepared candidate for RTD District M.
Brett Paglieri is running for Regional Transportation District District M. Representing Edgewater, Golden, Lakewood, and Wheat Ridge, Paglier is a transit advocate and user running to create a better, safer transit system for the Denver Metro area. Paglieri is endorsed by Greater Denver Transit.
Write-in candidate DIck Shuster is also running for District M. A mechanical engineer and grandfather, running to bring ridership back to RTD.
Paglieri is the more progressive and better prepared candidate for RTD District M.
Statewide Judicial Races
The following Judicial Retention selections are taken directly from the Colorado Office of Judicial Performance Evaluation, the independent state-funded body that evaluates judges. Statewide and judicial districted commissions spend hours evaluating the overall performance of judges in each of the following criteria: integrity, legal knowledge, communication skills, judicial temperament, administrative performance, and service to the legal profession and the public. The commissions then vote on if a judge either meets performance standards or does not meet performance standards.
If you would like to access a more detailed judicial evaluation, click on the "Website" near a judge's name.
The State Commission on Judicial Performance finds that Justice Maria E. Berkenkotter MEETS PERFORMANCE STANDARDS by a vote of 10–0 with one recusal.
The State Commission on Judicial Performance finds that Justice Maria E. Berkenkotter MEETS PERFORMANCE STANDARDS by a vote of 10–0 with one recusal.
The State Commission on Judicial Performance finds that Justice Maria E. Berkenkotter MEETS PERFORMANCE STANDARDS by a vote of 10–0 with one recusal.
The State Commission on Judicial Performance finds that Justice Brian D. Boatright MEETS PERFORMANCE STANDARDS, by a vote of 8–0 with three recusals.
The State Commission on Judicial Performance finds that Justice Brian D. Boatright MEETS PERFORMANCE STANDARDS, by a vote of 8–0 with three recusals.
The State Commission on Judicial Performance finds that Justice Brian D. Boatright MEETS PERFORMANCE STANDARDS, by a vote of 8–0 with three recusals.
The State Commission on Judicial Performance finds that Chief Justice Monica M. Márquez MEETS PERFORMANCE STANDARDS, by a vote of 10–0 with one recusal.
The State Commission on Judicial Performance finds that Chief Justice Monica M. Márquez MEETS PERFORMANCE STANDARDS, by a vote of 10–0 with one recusal.
The State Commission on Judicial Performance finds that Chief Justice Monica M. Márquez MEETS PERFORMANCE STANDARDS, by a vote of 10–0 with one recusal.
The State Commission on Judicial Performance finds that Judge Stephanie Dunn MEETS PERFORMANCE STANDARDS, by a vote of 10–0 with one recusal.
The State Commission on Judicial Performance finds that Judge Stephanie Dunn MEETS PERFORMANCE STANDARDS, by a vote of 10–0 with one recusal.
The State Commission on Judicial Performance finds that Judge Stephanie Dunn MEETS PERFORMANCE STANDARDS, by a vote of 10–0 with one recusal.
The State Commission on Judicial Performance finds that Judge Jerry N. Jones of the Colorado Court of Appeals MEETS PERFORMANCE STANDARDS by a vote of 10-0 with one recusal.
The State Commission on Judicial Performance finds that Judge Jerry N. Jones of the Colorado Court of Appeals MEETS PERFORMANCE STANDARDS by a vote of 10-0 with one recusal.
The State Commission on Judicial Performance finds that Judge Jerry N. Jones of the Colorado Court of Appeals MEETS PERFORMANCE STANDARDS by a vote of 10-0 with one recusal.
The State Commission on Judicial Performance finds that Judge W. Eric Kuhn MEETS PERFORMANCE STANDARDS, by a vote of 10–0 with one recusal.
The State Commission on Judicial Performance finds that Judge W. Eric Kuhn MEETS PERFORMANCE STANDARDS, by a vote of 10–0 with one recusal.
The State Commission on Judicial Performance finds that Judge W. Eric Kuhn MEETS PERFORMANCE STANDARDS, by a vote of 10–0 with one recusal.
The State Commission on Judicial Performance finds that Chief Judge Gilbert M. Román MEETS PERFORMANCE STANDARDS, by a vote of 10-0 with one recusal.
The State Commission on Judicial Performance finds that Chief Judge Gilbert M. Román MEETS PERFORMANCE STANDARDS, by a vote of 10-0 with one recusal.
The State Commission on Judicial Performance finds that Chief Judge Gilbert M. Román MEETS PERFORMANCE STANDARDS, by a vote of 10-0 with one recusal.
The State Commission on Judicial Performance finds that Judge Timothy J. Schutz MEETS PERFORMANCE STANDARDS, by a vote of 10-0 with one recusal.
The State Commission on Judicial Performance finds that Judge Timothy J. Schutz MEETS PERFORMANCE STANDARDS, by a vote of 10-0 with one recusal.
The State Commission on Judicial Performance finds that Judge Timothy J. Schutz MEETS PERFORMANCE STANDARDS, by a vote of 10-0 with one recusal.
1st Judicial District
The First Judicial District Commission on Judicial Performance unanimously agrees by a vote of 10-0 that Judge Diego G. Hunt MEETS PERFORMANCE STANDARDS.
The First Judicial District Commission on Judicial Performance unanimously agrees by a vote of 10-0 that Judge Diego G. Hunt MEETS PERFORMANCE STANDARDS.
The First Judicial District Commission on Judicial Performance unanimously agrees by a vote of 10-0 that Judge Diego G. Hunt MEETS PERFORMANCE STANDARDS.
The First Judicial District Commission on Judicial Performance agrees by a vote of 9-1 that Judge Jason D. Carrithers MEETS PERFORMANCE STANDARDS.
The First Judicial District Commission on Judicial Performance agrees by a vote of 9-1 that Judge Jason D. Carrithers MEETS PERFORMANCE STANDARDS.
The First Judicial District Commission on Judicial Performance agrees by a vote of 9-1 that Judge Jason D. Carrithers MEETS PERFORMANCE STANDARDS.
Jefferson County
The First Judicial District Commission on Judicial Performance unanimously agrees by a vote of 10-0 that Judge Bradley Allen Burback MEETS PERFORMANCE STANDARDS.
The First Judicial District Commission on Judicial Performance unanimously agrees by a vote of 10-0 that Judge Bradley Allen Burback MEETS PERFORMANCE STANDARDS.
The First Judicial District Commission on Judicial Performance unanimously agrees by a vote of 10-0 that Judge Bradley Allen Burback MEETS PERFORMANCE STANDARDS.
The First Judicial District Commission on Judicial Performance unanimously agrees by a vote of 10-0 that Judge Graham B. Peper MEETS PERFORMANCE STANDARDS.
The First Judicial District Commission on Judicial Performance unanimously agrees by a vote of 10-0 that Judge Graham B. Peper MEETS PERFORMANCE STANDARDS.
The First Judicial District Commission on Judicial Performance unanimously agrees by a vote of 10-0 that Judge Graham B. Peper MEETS PERFORMANCE STANDARDS.
The First Judicial District Commission on Judicial Performance unanimously agrees by a vote of 10-0 that Judge Keith Michael Goman MEETS PERFORMANCE STANDARDS.
The First Judicial District Commission on Judicial Performance unanimously agrees by a vote of 10-0 that Judge Keith Michael Goman MEETS PERFORMANCE STANDARDS.
The First Judicial District Commission on Judicial Performance unanimously agrees by a vote of 10-0 that Judge Keith Michael Goman MEETS PERFORMANCE STANDARDS.
The First Judicial District Commission on Judicial Performance unanimously agrees by a vote of 10-0 that Judge Kristan Wheeler MEETS PERFORMANCE STANDARDS.
The First Judicial District Commission on Judicial Performance unanimously agrees by a vote of 10-0 that Judge Kristan Wheeler MEETS PERFORMANCE STANDARDS.
The First Judicial District Commission on Judicial Performance unanimously agrees by a vote of 10-0 that Judge Kristan Wheeler MEETS PERFORMANCE STANDARDS.
The First Judicial District Commission on Judicial Performance unanimously agrees by a vote of 10-0 that Judge Verna L. Carpenter MEETS PERFORMANCE STANDARDS.
The First Judicial District Commission on Judicial Performance unanimously agrees by a vote of 10-0 that Judge Verna L. Carpenter MEETS PERFORMANCE STANDARDS.
The First Judicial District Commission on Judicial Performance unanimously agrees by a vote of 10-0 that Judge Verna L. Carpenter MEETS PERFORMANCE STANDARDS.
Statewide Ballot Measures
Colorado SHOULD extend its Homestead exemption to veterans, injured in the line of duty, who have been federally qualified as TDIU (or classified as having a service-related disability that has rendered them unemployable).
A constitutional measure referred to the ballot by the state legislature, Amendment G would add this exemption to Colorado veterans, who cannot hold steady employment as a result of their service.
Currently in Colorado, seniors (65+), Gold Star spouses, and veterans with a 100% service-related disability, can exempt 50% of the first $200,000 of their home’s value from taxation.
An estimated 3,700 veterans in Colorado who are not otherwise able to claim the homestead exemption would be eligible for the exemption under this amendment in property tax year 2025.
The state reimburses the local governments for all revenue lost as a result of the exemption.
The measure requires a 55% YES vote to pass.
We recommend a YES vote on Amendment G.
Colorado SHOULD extend its Homestead exemption to veterans, injured in the line of duty, who have been federally qualified as TDIU (or classified as having a service-related disability that has rendered them unemployable).
A constitutional measure referred to the ballot by the state legislature, Amendment G would add this exemption to Colorado veterans, who cannot hold steady employment as a result of their service.
Currently in Colorado, seniors (65+), Gold Star spouses, and veterans with a 100% service-related disability, can exempt 50% of the first $200,000 of their home’s value from taxation.
An estimated 3,700 veterans in Colorado who are not otherwise able to claim the homestead exemption would be eligible for the exemption under this amendment in property tax year 2025.
The state reimburses the local governments for all revenue lost as a result of the exemption.
The measure requires a 55% YES vote to pass.
We recommend a YES vote on Amendment G.
Referred by the state legislature, Amendment H creates an Independent Judicial Discipline Adjudicative Board, separate from the Colorado Supreme Court. This independent commission would preside over judicial discipline hearings and impose sanctions. The amendment would make judicial discipline public once formal proceedings begin.
The constitutional measure requires a 55% ‘yes’ vote to pass.
Referred by the state legislature, Amendment H creates an Independent Judicial Discipline Adjudicative Board, separate from the Colorado Supreme Court. This independent commission would preside over judicial discipline hearings and impose sanctions. The amendment would make judicial discipline public once formal proceedings begin.
The constitutional measure requires a 55% ‘yes’ vote to pass.
Amendment I was referred to the ballot by the Colorado State Legislature and requires a 55% yes vote to pass.
Amendment I would make first degree murder an “unbailable” offense if the proof “is evident or the presumption is great.”
In short, Amendment I adds first degree murder to the list of offenses for which a person can be held without bail in Colorado.
We recommend a YES vote on Amendment I.
Amendment I was referred to the ballot by the Colorado State Legislature and requires a 55% yes vote to pass.
Amendment I would make first degree murder an “unbailable” offense if the proof “is evident or the presumption is great.”
In short, Amendment I adds first degree murder to the list of offenses for which a person can be held without bail in Colorado.
We recommend a YES vote on Amendment I.
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As progressives, we proudly continue to stand with and support marriage equality for all.
Marriage is a basic right, and Colorado’s Constitution SHOULD reflect this right for all state residents. Amendment J repeals the ban on same-sex marriage in Colorado by striking language in Colorado’s Constitution stating that only the union of one man and one woman is a valid or recognized marriage in Colorado.
Repealing the ban is necessary, as the U.S. Supreme Court has hinted at overturning marriage equality in a prior opinion, and the legality of same-sex marriage would then revert to each state.
Amendment J was referred to the ballot by the Colorado State Legislature and requires a 55% YES vote to pass.
We must protect the legality of same-sex marriage in Colorado. We strongly recommend a YES vote on Amendment J.
As progressives, we proudly continue to stand with and support marriage equality for all.
Marriage is a basic right, and Colorado’s Constitution SHOULD reflect this right for all state residents. Amendment J repeals the ban on same-sex marriage in Colorado by striking language in Colorado’s Constitution stating that only the union of one man and one woman is a valid or recognized marriage in Colorado.
Repealing the ban is necessary, as the U.S. Supreme Court has hinted at overturning marriage equality in a prior opinion, and the legality of same-sex marriage would then revert to each state.
Amendment J was referred to the ballot by the Colorado State Legislature and requires a 55% YES vote to pass.
We must protect the legality of same-sex marriage in Colorado. We strongly recommend a YES vote on Amendment J.
Amendment K would require citizen initiatives to file their signatures one week earlier. Additionally, judges and justices seeking retention would be required to also file their “Declaration of Intent” one week earlier. Lastly, official text and ballot measure titles would have to be published one month sooner.
Should the measure pass, the Colorado Secretary of State and county clerks would have more time to finalize ballots ahead of printing.
Referred by the legislature, Amendment K requires 55% to pass.
We recommend a YES vote on Amendment K.
Amendment K would require citizen initiatives to file their signatures one week earlier. Additionally, judges and justices seeking retention would be required to also file their “Declaration of Intent” one week earlier. Lastly, official text and ballot measure titles would have to be published one month sooner.
Should the measure pass, the Colorado Secretary of State and county clerks would have more time to finalize ballots ahead of printing.
Referred by the legislature, Amendment K requires 55% to pass.
We recommend a YES vote on Amendment K.
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.
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.
In 2019, voters approved Proposition DD, which legalized sports betting in Colorado and authorized the state to collect up to $29 million per year in tax revenue from sports betting. Proposition JJ proposes allowing the state to keep any sports betting tax revenue above $29 million per year. This already collected revenue would go towards the Colorado Water Plan instead of being refunded to casinos and sportsbook operators.
As a statutory measure, Proposition JJ just needs above 50% of the vote to pass.
In 2019, voters approved Proposition DD, which legalized sports betting in Colorado and authorized the state to collect up to $29 million per year in tax revenue from sports betting. Proposition JJ proposes allowing the state to keep any sports betting tax revenue above $29 million per year. This already collected revenue would go towards the Colorado Water Plan instead of being refunded to casinos and sportsbook operators.
As a statutory measure, Proposition JJ just needs above 50% of the vote to pass.
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.
Proposition 127 would prohibit killing, wounding, pursuing, entrapping, or discharging a deadly weapon at bobcats, lynx, and mountain lions in Colorado. This measure bans all hunting, pursuing, or entrapping of bobcats, lynx, and mountain lions.
Proposition 127 would prohibit killing, wounding, pursuing, entrapping, or discharging a deadly weapon at bobcats, lynx, and mountain lions in Colorado. This measure bans all hunting, pursuing, or entrapping of bobcats, lynx, and mountain lions.
Proposition 128 is a “scare tactic” initiative aimed to increase state spending on prisons, jeopardize prison safety, and disincentivize educational and mental health programs for inmates.
This measure would require an individual convicted of certain crimes to serve 85% of their sentence before the possibility of parole, up from 75% of their sentence. While the measure claims to be “tough on crime,” it does nothing to actually decrease crime. Rather, Proposition 128, is designed to increase prison populations in Colorado, increase spending, and increase the likelihood of repeat offenses by removing incentives for inmates to participate in education, mental health, and other rehabilitation resources.
We recommend a NO vote on Proposition 128.
Proposition 128 is a “scare tactic” initiative aimed to increase state spending on prisons, jeopardize prison safety, and disincentivize educational and mental health programs for inmates.
This measure would require an individual convicted of certain crimes to serve 85% of their sentence before the possibility of parole, up from 75% of their sentence. While the measure claims to be “tough on crime,” it does nothing to actually decrease crime. Rather, Proposition 128, is designed to increase prison populations in Colorado, increase spending, and increase the likelihood of repeat offenses by removing incentives for inmates to participate in education, mental health, and other rehabilitation resources.
We recommend a NO vote on Proposition 128.
Proposition 129 would create a mid-level position called a Veterinary Professional Associate, or VPA. This position, which would require a masters degree, would be allowed to diagnose animals, perform surgeries, and order and perform tests under the supervision of a licensed veterinarian.
A state would create a credentialing board that would require passage of a national exam and may adopt additional credential and testing requirements.
Proposition 129 would create a mid-level position called a Veterinary Professional Associate, or VPA. This position, which would require a masters degree, would be allowed to diagnose animals, perform surgeries, and order and perform tests under the supervision of a licensed veterinarian.
A state would create a credentialing board that would require passage of a national exam and may adopt additional credential and testing requirements.
Proposition 130 would reallocate $350 million of state funds to expand policing in Colorado. Currently, most local police are funded through local and municipal budgets, not from state coffers. The initiative falsely claims to fund first responders, but restricts the funds to local law enforcement only – fire fighters, EMTs, or mental health professionals would not receive a dime.
This measure diverts even more funding to local law enforcement at the expense of other essential services that are proven to increase and support public safety, such as education resources, mental health services, co-responder programs, and community development. The proposed government funding mandated by this measure does not include any oversight and cannot be used for diversion programs.
We recommend a NO vote on Proposition 130.
Proposition 130 would reallocate $350 million of state funds to expand policing in Colorado. Currently, most local police are funded through local and municipal budgets, not from state coffers. The initiative falsely claims to fund first responders, but restricts the funds to local law enforcement only – fire fighters, EMTs, or mental health professionals would not receive a dime.
This measure diverts even more funding to local law enforcement at the expense of other essential services that are proven to increase and support public safety, such as education resources, mental health services, co-responder programs, and community development. The proposed government funding mandated by this measure does not include any oversight and cannot be used for diversion programs.
We recommend a NO vote on Proposition 130.
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.
Jefferson County Ballot Measures
Jefferson County Measure 1A allows the county to retain and spend the full revenue it already collects without raising taxes or increasing the mill levy rate. These funds will be invested in critical public services, including transportation infrastructure like road and bridge repairs, as well as public safety initiatives such as wildfire mitigation, mental health programs, and crime prevention. The measure does not eliminate TABOR or affect state or federal tax refunds—only county refunds, which have averaged $22 per filer in recent years.
Jefferson County Measure 1A allows the county to retain and spend the full revenue it already collects without raising taxes or increasing the mill levy rate. These funds will be invested in critical public services, including transportation infrastructure like road and bridge repairs, as well as public safety initiatives such as wildfire mitigation, mental health programs, and crime prevention. The measure does not eliminate TABOR or affect state or federal tax refunds—only county refunds, which have averaged $22 per filer in recent years.
Denver City Ballot Measures
As Denver’s only safety net hospital system, Denver Health is relied upon by many to provide care and services to the Denver community. Since 1860 Denver Health’s mission has been to provide care to anyone regardless of ability to pay. Despite all its efforts Denver Health is in a financial crisis and it is seeking a sustainable annual funding stream by way of Denver sales tax. Denver Health has experienced a significant rise in uncompensated care of over $100 million dollars per year for Denver residents alone. Denver Health is asking Denver voters to vote yes on 2Q, generating a .34% Denver sales tax increase (excluding food, medicine, fuel, diapers and feminine hygiene products) which will provide approximately $70 million per year to Denver Health to allow it to continue providing treatment and services in emergency and trauma care, primary care, mental health, drug and alcohol recovery, and pediatric care.
As Denver’s only safety net hospital system, Denver Health is relied upon by many to provide care and services to the Denver community. Since 1860 Denver Health’s mission has been to provide care to anyone regardless of ability to pay. Despite all its efforts Denver Health is in a financial crisis and it is seeking a sustainable annual funding stream by way of Denver sales tax. Denver Health has experienced a significant rise in uncompensated care of over $100 million dollars per year for Denver residents alone. Denver Health is asking Denver voters to vote yes on 2Q, generating a .34% Denver sales tax increase (excluding food, medicine, fuel, diapers and feminine hygiene products) which will provide approximately $70 million per year to Denver Health to allow it to continue providing treatment and services in emergency and trauma care, primary care, mental health, drug and alcohol recovery, and pediatric care.
Denver Ballot Issue 2R asks the citizens of Denver to approve an increase in sales tax in order to fund affordable housing in the area. The tax would be raised to .5%, or 5 cents on every $10. 2R could raise an estimated $100 million each year, leading to the development of over 40,000 affordable housing units in the next decade. The sales tax increase would not apply to many essentials such as food, fuel, medical supplies and some personal hygiene products. Currently, affordable housing is largely funded by the federal government, though Denver has seen a decrease in federal dollars towards housing even as the housing crisis has worsened in Colorado. The measure was proposed by Mayor Mike Johnston and placed on the ballot by the Denver City Council.
Denver Ballot Issue 2R asks the citizens of Denver to approve an increase in sales tax in order to fund affordable housing in the area. The tax would be raised to .5%, or 5 cents on every $10. 2R could raise an estimated $100 million each year, leading to the development of over 40,000 affordable housing units in the next decade. The sales tax increase would not apply to many essentials such as food, fuel, medical supplies and some personal hygiene products. Currently, affordable housing is largely funded by the federal government, though Denver has seen a decrease in federal dollars towards housing even as the housing crisis has worsened in Colorado. The measure was proposed by Mayor Mike Johnston and placed on the ballot by the Denver City Council.
Denver Initiative 309, the slaughterhouse ban, unfairly targets a single 70-year old employee-owned business and forces 160 workers out of a company they own. According to a CSU study, thousands of people will lose their jobs up and down the supply chain, from farmers, ranchers and truckers to butchers, restaurateurs and food service workers if this ban passes. Over 160, mostly Latino and Latina employee-owners at Denver’s only slaughterhouse will lose their jobs, benefits, and retirement savings, and CSU estimates the ban could cost our economy up to $861 million and threaten more than 2,700 additional jobs. The cost of a ban will be passed on to consumers due to the additional cost of shipping more of Denver’s food supply from further away–which will also increase carbon emissions and make our food supply chain less sustainable. Banning one business won’t help animals, it will just hurt people.
Denver Initiative 309, the slaughterhouse ban, unfairly targets a single 70-year old employee-owned business and forces 160 workers out of a company they own. According to a CSU study, thousands of people will lose their jobs up and down the supply chain, from farmers, ranchers and truckers to butchers, restaurateurs and food service workers if this ban passes. Over 160, mostly Latino and Latina employee-owners at Denver’s only slaughterhouse will lose their jobs, benefits, and retirement savings, and CSU estimates the ban could cost our economy up to $861 million and threaten more than 2,700 additional jobs. The cost of a ban will be passed on to consumers due to the additional cost of shipping more of Denver’s food supply from further away–which will also increase carbon emissions and make our food supply chain less sustainable. Banning one business won’t help animals, it will just hurt people.
Denver Ballot Measure 2U seeks to allow more employees collective bargaining rights, which would let them negotiate as part of a union. Currently, only Denver city police, firefighters, and teachers have this right. 2U would extend collective bargaining rights to approximately 7,000 additional city employees should they decide to unionize. Collective bargaining allows employees to argue for things like fair pay, terms of employment, hours, promotions, discipline, and benefits. Allowing unionization often leads to higher pay, more job stability, better protections in the workplace, and increased quality of life.
Denver Ballot Measure 2U seeks to allow more employees collective bargaining rights, which would let them negotiate as part of a union. Currently, only Denver city police, firefighters, and teachers have this right. 2U would extend collective bargaining rights to approximately 7,000 additional city employees should they decide to unionize. Collective bargaining allows employees to argue for things like fair pay, terms of employment, hours, promotions, discipline, and benefits. Allowing unionization often leads to higher pay, more job stability, better protections in the workplace, and increased quality of life.
The following Judicial Retention selections are taken directly from the Colorado Office of Judicial Performance Evaluation, the independent state-funded body that evaluates judges. Statewide and judicial districted commissions spend hours evaluating the overall performance of judges in each of the following criteria: integrity, legal knowledge, communication skills, judicial temperament, administrative performance, and service to the legal profession and the public. The commissions then vote on if a judge either meets performance standards or does not meet performance standards.
If you would like to access a more detailed judicial evaluation, click on the "Website" near a judge's name.