Category: The Real Advocates of the Colorado Capitol
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Colorado can – and should – lead the way in voting rights
by Silvia Entenza Young people show up time and time again to fight for issues they care about – issues like economic justice, racial equality, and democracy reform. The narrative that they just don’t care about voting is far from the truth. In actuality, young people do care; their frustration lies in the state of…
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How losing by 3 votes will inspire you to win
by Chelsea Castellano In the heart of Colorado Springs, the race to represent House District 16 in the state legislature reminded us of something that’s often said but rarely felt so viscerally: Every vote counts. Out of 41,279 ballots cast, our endorsed Youth Agenda Champion, former state Rep. Stephanie Vigil, lost by only three votes.…
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State and local politics remain critical levers for driving progressive change in our country.
by Kiyana Newell The biggest lesson from 2024? If we want a future where racial justice is achieved, every person’s basic needs are met, and resources can be accessed equitably, we have to win in state and local elections. Last year we launched our small donor (New Era Colorado AF) and independent expenditure (Young People…