Showing posts with label Colorado politics. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Colorado politics. Show all posts

Monday, August 4, 2014

One Colorado Endorses John Hickenlooper and Don Quick


One Colorado has announced their endorsement for Governor John Hickenlooper and Attorney General candidate Don Quick in the upcoming election. 

According to One Colorado, "It boils down to one simple fact: this November, we need to elect a Governor and Attorney General who will stop defending the indefensible and allow our families to share in the joys of marriage. Governor John Hickenlooper and AG candidate Don Quick are the team who will get it done."



Wednesday, April 30, 2014

Green Party State Co-chair Withdraws Gubernatorial Run

Green Party of Colorado's (GPCO) Bill Bartlett, was nominated as a gubernatorial candidate for the party, along with Harry Hempy. Party leaders and those in the activism community sent out their support to have Bartlett run a campaign that would focus the debate on cannabis rights, environmental planning, and challenges facing the working class.

“[I received] a ton of support from many parts of the country, including friends and family. With that support came a lot of professional advice about my candidacy and my long-term goals.” said Bartlett “That wisdom has helped me to make a difficult decision. I have officially withdrawn my nomination for Governor of Colorado.” This decision makes Harry Hempy official gubernatorial candidate for the GPCO. Despite Bartlett’s withdrawal he did leave a message for Colorado voters. “Green Party leadership is strong right now, and our local chapters are seeing increased participation from their communities. Be a part of this change

Friday, March 7, 2014

Log Cabin Republicans of Colorado March Monthly Meeting

The Log Cabin Republicans of Colorado will hold their Monthly Business Meeting at Pints Pub - 221 West 13th Avenue - on March 18 starting at 6:30pm for dinner or locally brewed drinks with business meeting starting at 7pm.

Tuesday, July 3, 2012

Openly gay and lesbian candidates advance in Colorado primaries

Sen. Steadman and Rep. Ferrandino
Seven openly gay and lesbian candidates advanced in Democratic primaries last Tuesday for seats in the Colorado General Assembly, including two Latino men in their 20s. The number of LGBT state lawmakers in Colorado could double after elections this November, which could help Rep. Mark Ferrandino, an incumbent openly gay Democrat, become House Speaker.


Rep. Mark Ferrandino, Colorado State House of Representatives, District 2 (incumbent)
Joann Ginal
– Colorado House of Representatives, Dist. 52
Dominick Moreno
- Colorado House of Representatives, Dist. 32
Paul Rosenthal
– Colorado House of Representatives, Dist. 9
Sen. Pat Steadman
– Colorado State Senate, District 31  (incumbent)
Rep. Sue Schafer
– Colorado State House of Representatives, District 24 (incumbent)
Jessie Ulibarri
– Colorado State Senate, Dist. 21
Sen. Lucia Guzman, an incumbent, is not up for reelection this year.