This is the kind of work constituents like to see, and progressive voters should feel comfortable keeping Moreno in office to do it. Biden led the fight to pass the Brady Bill, which established the national firearms background check system, and helped secure a 10-year ban on assault weapons from 1994-2004. If you made a voluntary contribution in 2022-2023 of $50 or more, but do not yet have an online account, click here to create one at no additional charge. McClellan has proven to be a defender of education and Colorado needs her continued leadership. Colorado Black Women for Political Action. Senator Rodriguez hopes to continue his work on affordable housing and making providing families economic tools to build a better life. Full text on the ballot: Without increasing property tax rates, to help preserve funding for local districts that provide fire protection, police, ambulance, hospital, kindergarten through twelfth grade education, and other services, and to avoid automatic mill levy increases, shall there be an amendment to the Colorado constitution to repeal the requirement that the general assembly periodically change the residential assessment rate in order to maintain the statewide proportion of residential property as compared to all other taxable property valued for property tax purposes and repeal the nonresidential property tax assessment rate of twenty-nine percent? The Charitable Bingo and Raffles Amendment (Amendment C) reduces the time period a charitable organization must exist before receiving a charitable gaming license from five years to three years. Colorado AFL-CIO Voter Guide Share Incumbent U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette is seeking reelection for what would be her 13th term representing Colorado's 1st Congressional District. He seems to take no positions on anything else. He has not made any policy statements widely known. This is the kind of work constituents like to see, and progressive voters should feel comfortable keeping Moreno in office to do it. COVID-19 Resources Coronavirus Resource Guide Preppers Guide Jodeh is the first Muslim ever elected to the Colorado General Assembly. Also vying for the seat is Martn Mendez, an Adams County Republican activist. Amendment E would extend this benefit to the surviving spouse of a U.S. Armed Forces members who died while serving in the military or from a service-related injury or disease. Under Hickenlooper, when he was governor, Colorados economy grew without leaving Coloradans behind. Incumbent Gov. Hamrick is running to improve education funding, bring about common sense gun safety legislation, and to lower the cost of living for working families from health care to housing. But as a small-business owner, he became involved in his community, and he ran for office. Kolker has called Arapahoe County home since 1999 and appears to be the kind of person who knows the struggles of everyday life for working families and how the increasing cost of living is making it worse. He previously ran for office and lost in District 28. She knows the decisions Arapahoe County makes today will have an impact on our quality of life for generations to come. You can further customize your guide by identifying your district, which should be listed on your ballot. He only recently espoused any policy positions one of which is a common Republican preoccupation these days of simply reelecting Donald Trump. Kevin Gulbranson is also seeking the District 55 seat. While Kellner undeniably has lengthy experience, progressive voters should be cautious about the fact that he doesnt seem at all interested in seriously needed criminal justice reforms. In her first term, Sirota passed critical legislation to end tax breaks for special interests to help fund K-12 education and give relief to working families, enact sweeping reforms to early childhood programs as well as mandating the teaching of the Holocaust and genocide in public schools, place contribution limits on campaigns for county elections, and have Colorado join the National Popular Vote Compact. Padden wants to use all of that experience for criminal justice reforms like protecting vulnerable populations and addressing systemic inequities like police use of force and over-incarceration. Wanda James is an entrepreneur and a graduate of the University of Colorado Boulder, Class of 1986. Other policies he supports are ones that will expand equity and opportunity for everyone, including Medicare for All, tuition-free public college, reducing college debt by imposing a tax on Wall Street speculators, and a universal basic income system. Conway will work for the people to preserve the rural way of life as well as the land and water. In the Clerks office, Lopez will continue to serve the public and bring about: efficient customer service, reduced business wait times, fiscal accountability, voter access and education, and a positive work environment. Amy Padden, the Democratic candidate for District 18, is a seasoned prosecutor with a stunning resume, having worked at all levels of law enforcement. He has voted to repeal the ACA and to replace it with a bill that would dramatically decrease health care coverage and increase the cost of coverage. Precinct and districts. He is also a Denver resident and a first-time candidate for office. Ronquillo serves on the Advisory Council of the Colorado COVID-19 Eviction Defense Project and the Boards of Servicios de La Raza and the Arapahoe County Foundation. She has worked in the transportation, informational technology, and real estate sectors and owns a small business. Doane is a Denver native who currently works for the Colorado Department of Revenue as a property tax specialist and business analyst. Her history as a staff developer, coach, and consultant demonstrates that she will follow through on her promise to fight for Colorado students and families. Jared Polis desk and is excited to help him reach his goals of a fully sustainable Colorado by 2030 and preserve our open spaces for the next generation. Hickenlooper has vowed to improve and build on the Affordable Care Act and supports a federally administered public health coverage option. He is now running with the independent Unity Party, whose platform mostly reflects a Republican or conservative agenda. Incumbent Rep. Naquetta Ricks has served Colorado House District 40 since winning election in 2020. Ortiz is a retired United States Army veteran helicopter pilot who was injured in Afghanistan. Biden is running on a comprehensive progressive platform. Arapahoe County Voter Guide Aurora: Ward 1 Bill Gondrez Ward 2 Steve Sundberg Ward 3 Jono Scott At Large (choose two) Danielle Jurinsky Dustin Zvonek Becky Hogan School Board Christy Cummings School Board Danielle Tomwing Cherry Creek School District: (choose one for District D) Schume Navarro Ortiz is a retired United States Army veteran helicopter pilot who was injured in Afghanistan. Starting in the 2023-2024 school year, this fund would provide free breakfast and lunch to all Colorado public school students, regardless of income. From his earliest votes in Congress, Gardner has consistently sought to repeal the Affordable Care Act. Upcoming Election Information. Bates is a mother of five children who went through the Cherry Creek school district and previously worked as a preschool teacher. In this election, he faces Donald Trump considered by progressives to be the most corrupt, incompetent, anti-progressive president in recent memory and perhaps in American history. One of her primary goals is to foster a nurturing environment for students of all backgrounds, races, sexualities, and abilities. Incumbent Rep. Mandy Lindsay has represented Colorado House District 42 since January of 2022, appointed to replace outgoing Rep. Dominique Jackson. Prior to serving as Colorado Attorney General, Weiser served as Deputy Assistant Attorney General at the U.S. Justice Department during the Obama administration. Remember to vote on or before Tuesday, November 3rd. Districts and jurisdictions listed below reflect current boundaries, not what may have applied previously. Moreover, in an August post on his campaigns social media, he suggests he wouldnt have supported comprehensive sexuality education in schools, wouldnt have prohibited conversion therapy, and wouldnt have passed the red-flag law. Eliza Hamrick is running to represent Colorado House District 61. As commissioner, Keith intends to focus on addressing the growing homeless crisis through policies like expanding employment opportunities and assistance for those suffering from mental illness. Plomar lists three key priorities that will define her work as an at-large State Board of Education member: academic excellence, respecting teachers, and transparency and accountability. Emily Sirota is the incumbent for House District 9. Aurora is a home-rule municipality and is governed by a charter adopted by the voters. In order to get Big Money out of politics, he supports a publicly funded, transparent system of campaign financing and wants to see the Supreme Courts Citizens United ruling overturned to limit the influence of special interest groups that are buying much of our governmental leadership. Early in his career, Weiser served as a law clerk for Justices Byron White and Ruth Bader Ginsburg. Prior to Young's election as Treasurer, he served as a state legislature representing House District 50 in Weld County. The incumbent he faces is U.S. Sen. Ken Buck, a former prosecutor and district attorney in Weld County who has been in Congress since 2014. Rep. Crow has served the residents of the 6th Congressional District with distinction and is the clear progressive choice in this race. Taking him on is Bob Roth, a former Aurora city council member who is very active with various nonprofit organizations. In a historic change of heart, The Denver Post editorial board declared in 2019 they made a mistake in their 2014 endorsement of Gardner, stating he has been too busy walking a political tight rope to be a leader.. And lets not forget he was impeached over revelations he first blocked military aid to Ukraine and then pushed its president to dig up damaging info on his political opponent as a favor. In order to get Big Money out of politics, he supports a publicly funded, transparent system of campaign financing and wants to see the Supreme Courts Citizens United ruling overturned to limit the influence of special interest groups that are buying much of our governmental leadership. Joe Biden is one of the nations most experienced public servants, having served as a U.S. senator from Delaware for 36 years and the U.S. vice president for eight years. Rodriguez received high scores from the Colorado Education Association and environmental groups. Biden supports a $15-per-hour minimum wage and 12 weeks of paid family and medical leave for all workers. Click here to choose your customized guide. Staiert has some impressive experience: She is a former city prosecutor for Aurora, the former city attorney for Littleton, and a former deputy Secretary of State. She seems to use her social media pages largely for kids entertainment and proving she has door-to-door selfie skills instead of informing people about her specific views. Ballot Issue 1A: Arapahoe County Property Tax Increase for Public Safety Services. Harrison, or Dr. He is a clear progressive choice who, if elected, plans to bring people with diverse backgrounds and beliefs together to build an American society where we lift each other up so that we all benefit together. Privacy Policy Registered Voter. Biden led the fight to pass the Brady Bill, which established the national firearms background check system, and helped secure a 10-year ban on assault weapons from 1994-2004. Source Text of measure Ballot title The Property Tax Assessment Rate Reduction Proposition would: lower the property tax assessment rate for non-residential property from 29% to 26.4%, and lower the property tax assessment rate for residential property from 7.1% to 6.5%. Enterprises were authorized by the 1992 Taxpayers Bill of Rights (TABOR) as independent entities that administer fee-based programs for specific goods and services such as unemployment insurance, road and bridge construction, cleaning up chemical waste and oil spills, the sale of hunting and fishing licenses by the Colorado Department of Parks and Wildlife, higher education institutions, and the Colorado State Fair. The Gallagher Amendment Repeal and Property Tax Assessment Rates Measure (Amendment B) would repeal the Gallagher Amendment of 1982, which fixed residential and business property tax rates at 45% residential and 55% business. In sum, this proposition would have the effect of primarily benefitting wealthy property owners while robbing funding from crucial public investments like education and infrastructure. His platform is widely unknown. Buck also voted in favor of the 2017 tax reform bill, which heavily favored the wealthy and corporations while increasing tax burdens on the middle class. Lopez believes in abortion and reproductive rights; equal pay and LGBTQ rights; common sense gun safety laws; and inclusive immigration laws. Since being appointed to the District 3 seat in 2019, she has co-sponsored and passed bills on issues ranging from public-sector collective bargaining to accountability in law enforcement to expanding Medicaid. The discussion came during a town hall meeting Feb. , Fort Lupton City Council talked trash during its Feb. 28 town hall meeting. Karl Stecher is a retired neurosurgeon running for District 28. Remember to vote on or before Tuesday, November 8th Election Day is Tuesday, November 8th! He is also a Denver resident and a first-time candidate for office. Policy stances other than those that align with the Libertarian Party are not widely known. Its our right and responsibility. Fort Lupton City Council and staff members have some ideas about how best to attract businesses to town and what sort of businesses are missing. The National Popular Vote Interstate Compact would not take effect until an Electoral College majority of states joins. Plomar is a solid progressive choice for the State Board of Education. This kind of regressive thinking cant be elected to office. 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