2018 election
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Brian Watson, Dave Young talk treasurer’s race on TV Sunday
Colorado voters get precious few chances to see down-ticket candidates for statewide office in the same setting. On Sunday, “The Aaron Harber Show” will provide a full hour with two major party candidates for state treasurer: Republican Brian Watson and Democrat Dave Young of Greeley. The pair sits together on “The Aaron Harber Show” on…
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Coffman launches first campaign ads, highlights battleground district’s diversity
U.S. Rep. Mike Coffman launches his first television ads Wednesday with two spots featuring testimonials from members of the battleground 6th Congressional District’s diverse communities, Colorado Politics has learned. The ads, part of the Aurora Republican’s initial $1.4 million ad reservation and set to air on cable and satellite TV, amount to the first salvos…
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COVER STORY | What we learned about the ‘U’ Factor
Colorado’s unaffiliated voters participated for the first time in last month’s primary election at higher rates than nearly anyone had anticipated. The backers of the ballot measure that established the state’s semi-open primary are declaring the results a success, while strategists say the record-setting vote totals point to a highly engaged electorate heading into the…
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Democrat Jena Griswold spends $260,000 on fall TV ads in secretary of state race
While other candidates were sweating out the results in last week’s primary, Democratic secretary of state candidate Jena Griswold spent big on TV advertising for the general election, her campaign said Monday. Griswold’s campaign paid $260,000 on June 26 to reserve air time in October in an attempt to lock in desirable spots at the…
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Joe Biden throws weight behind secretary of state hopeful Jena Griswold
Former Vice President Joe Biden on Tuesday endorsed Jena Griswold, the Democratic nominee for secretary of state, saying the attorney “understands the importance of making sure every vote counts.” “Now more than ever, we need leaders who are committed to protecting our democratic institutions and the integrity of our elections,” Biden said in a statement.…
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Out West Roundup: Friess will spend ‘whatever it takes’ in Wyoming governor’s race
Wyoming Wyoming governor candidate Friess will spend “whatever it takes” to win CHEYENNE – Republican candidate for governor Foster Friess is slowly developing policy positions, but it’s hard to tell yet how his broad political convictions will compare to his primary opponents who are more well-versed in state government issues. Friess – a successful investor,…
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Trail Mix: Can’t keep track? Follow the string
You know the familiar creepy scene in crime dramas when we discover the culprit’s lair and get a glimpse into the twisted mind behind the mayhem we’ve been witnessing? There’s usually a wall covered with photos and newspaper clips – though, to be fair, those might brand it as a period piece these days –…
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Democrat Phil Weiser becomes first attorney general candidate to submit nominating petitions
Democratic attorney general candidate Phil Weiser delivered nominating petitions with more than 21,000 signatures to the Colorado secretary of state’s office Wednesday, his campaign said. The former University of Colorado Law School dean and Obama administration Justice Department official is the first of three Democrats petitioning to get on the June 26 primary ballot to…
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Democratic secretary of state candidate Jena Griswold wins endorsement from Let America Vote organization
Calling her a “voting rights champion,” Let America Vote, a progressive organization devoted to fighting voter suppression efforts and expanding voting rights, this week endorsed Jena Griswold, one of two Democrats challenging Republican Secretary of State Wayne Williams. “Jena Griswold knows that the right to vote is fundamental in our country, and I know she’ll…
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Republican Brian Watson first to turn in nominating petitions for state treasurer’s race
Republican Brian Watson, a candidate for Colorado state treasurer, on Monday turned in petition signatures to the secretary of state’s office in hopes of securing a spot on the June primary ballot. The real estate CEO is one of six Republicans running for the office held by term-limited Walker Stapleton, a GOP candidate for governor.…