As we approach the 2024 General Election, we are constantly reminded that the rights, well-being, and freedoms of Colorado’s LGBTQ+ community are on the ballot.
Every.Vote.Counts.
RMEQ invited candidates running for local and state office to submit responses to questions about key issues affecting LGBTQ+ individuals. Some shared their records and plans, while others did not respond.
We want to share what we’ve learned from those who participated to help everyone make informed choices when casting their ballot.
Our voice is powerful, and voting can help ensure Colorado continues to be a place where diversity is celebrated, and everyone’s freedoms are protected. Whether it’s protecting our ability to make our own healthcare decisions, creating safer schools for LGBTQ+ youth, or fighting discrimination in the legal system, the candidates elected will impact our community for years to come.
Let’s show up strong and vote for the future we want to see!
RMEQ does not endorse candidates – this information is provided for educational purposes and represents every candidate who submitted a response to RMEQ’s questionnaire.
Click here for information on these candidates who may be on the ballot:
Judy Amabile (State Senate, District 18)
Andrew Boesenecker (State Representative, District 53)
Michael Dougherty (District Attorney, District 20)
Daneya Esgar (Pueblo County Commissioner, District 2)
Kathy Gebhardt (State Board of Education, District 2)
Sonya Jacquez Lewis (State Senate, District 17)
Junie Joseph (State Representative, District 10)
Cathy Kipp (State Senator, District 14)
Claire Levy (Boulder County Commissioner)
Sarah McKeen (State Representative, District 51)
Gordon McLaughlin (District Attorney, District 8)
Wyatt Schwendeman-Curtis (Larimer County Clerk)
Lesley Smith (State Representative, District 49)
Rhonda Solis (State Board of Education, District 8)
Brianna Titone (State Representative, District 27)
Steph Vigil (State Representative, District 16)
Yara Zokaie (State Representative, District 52)