Ballotpedia’s Candidate Connection survey: Colorado roundup


Colorado is holding elections, including for state legislative offices, on June 25, 2024. A number of candidates running in these elections completed Ballotpedia’s Candidate Connection survey. These survey responses allow voters to hear directly from candidates about what motivates them to run for office.

Below is a selection of responses from the candidates who filled out the survey as of Sept. 6. To read each candidate’s full responses, click his or her name at the bottom of the article.

Incumbent Ron Weinberg (R) is running for Colorado House of Representatives District 51, and the Republican primary is on June 25. Here’s how Weinberg responded to the question: What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

“Infrastructure and Safety”

Click here to read the rest of Weinberg’s answers. 

Victor Bencomo (D) is running for Colorado House of Representatives District 8, and the Democratic primary is on June 25. Here’s how Bencomo responded to the question: What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

“Affordable Housing and Community Development

Small Business Support

Quality Education and Safe Schools

Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services

Gun Control (including Assault Weapons Ban and Firearm Licensing)

Community Safety and Police Accountability”

Click here to read the rest of Bencomo’s answers. 

If you’re a Colorado candidate or incumbent, click here to take the survey. The survey contains over 30 questions, and you can choose the ones you feel will best represent your views to voters. If you complete the survey, a box with your answers will display on your Ballotpedia profile. Your responses will also populate the information that appears in our mobile app, My Vote Ballotpedia.

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