FREEDOM IS ON THE BALLOT
Freedom is a Colorado value. We need to ensure our rights and freedoms are protected at the state level, and right now, they are not.
It is clear that we cannot count on a politicized Supreme Court to protect our freedom – our freedom to marry, our freedom to make our own healthcare decisions. But together, we can protect these basic rights for Coloradans by voting in the November 2024 election.
COLORADO'S BAN ON SAME-SEX MARRIAGE
More than 15 years ago, Colorado’s state constitution was changed to say: “Only a union of one man and one woman shall be valid or recognized as a marriage in this state.” Since then, it was superseded by the Supreme Court decision in Obergefell v. Hodges, which made marriage equality the law of the land across the country.
It’s time to remove this outdated ban on same-sex marriage from our state constitution, and we can when we vote in the upcoming election.
The Supreme Court ruling that protects same-sex marriage at the federal level isn’t guaranteed forever. Recently, the Supreme Court has reversed many long-standing protections—from abortion access to voting rights.
We can’t rely on politicized courts alone. We need to ensure our rights are protected at the state level to protect the freedom to marry for everyone in Colorado.
WHY STATE POLICY MATTERS
WHAT YOU CAN DO
Vote YES on Amendment J and Amendment #79 on your ballot!
Marriage isn’t the only freedom on the ballot this year. Amendment #79 would make abortion a guaranteed right in the Colorado Constitution, thus removing our state’s discriminatory ban on abortion being a covered service under state healthcare insurance plans.
Talk to your family and friends about the amendments to make sure they know that candidates aren’t all that is on the ballot in Colorado. Together, by casting our votes, we can make history – again. Help protect the rights of all Coloradans for generations to come.
Volunteer or donate to support efforts to reach more voters and amplify our message.
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Freedom to Marry Colorado has events across the state and virtual phone and text banking every week to build support for Amendment J. Get details here.
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Coloradans for Protecting Reproductive Freedom has opportunities to support the passage of Amendment #79. Get details here.
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Important dates to remember:
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October 11: First day mail-in ballots may be sent to registered voters in Colorado
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October 18: Last day for mail-in ballots to be sent to registered voters
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October 30: In-person voting centers open
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November 5: Election Day
In Colorado, anyone can vote by mail or vote early in-person or by dropping your ballot at one of the dropboxes near you. Election Day isn’t the only day to vote, it’s the last day to vote. And remember, you can register to vote in Colorado up to Election Day, so it’s not too late!
For more information about voting in Colorado, to check your voter registration, or register to vote, visit the Secretary of State’s website.
ELECTION INFORMATION
EDUCATIONAL INFORMATION FOR VOTERS
Use the sections below to learn about some of the amendments on the 2024 Colorado ballot and candidates who responded to RMEQ's candidate questionnaire.
AMENDMENTS TO THE COLORADO CONSTITUTION
RMEQ has taken a position on three amendments on the 2024 ballot in Colorado.
CANDIDATE INFORMATION
The information presented below are summaries based on the candidates' responses to RMEQ's candidate survey. RMEQ does not endorse candidates.
Those represented below are the only candidates who provided information to RMEQ. Additional candidates were invited but did not respond.