9NEWS INTERVIEW: Hickenlooper on his 2020 presidential race (VIDEO)
Former Colorado Gov. John Hickenlooper announced Monday that he’s seeking the Democratic nomination president in 2020.
He sat down with 9News political reporter Marshall Zelinger Tuesday morning.
WATCH the video above.
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