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Get Out the Vote - The Final Countdown
We need to get Dems to show up in the next two days!! Let's start with the updated information on ballots returned in Huerfano County Total in County 6263 Total Voted 2518 40% Total Democrats 1573 Total Voted 849 54% Total Republicans 1492 Total Voted 636 43% Total Unaffiliated 3139 Total Voted 1022 3
14 hours ago


Millions pouring into Colorado election
Millions in untraceable conservative money is flooding into Colorado to oppose tax-related ballot measures supported by Democrats that raise funds for schools, families, and healthcare. Most of the money is targeted at Amendment 87, which would impose a graduated income tax rate on businesses and individuals, increasing the tax burden on those earning more than about $500,000 to generate an estimated $2 billion in its first year. They are also targeting Proposition NN, which
Oct 14


Indivisible Post on Ballot Initiatives
Ballots have been mailed and should be in your mailbox any day now! We are recommending not mailing them back and putting the completed ballots in the drop boxes! Vote early! Indivisible Colorado has identified which ballot initiatives we are recommending supporting and which we are opposing. Here’s a graphic you can copy and share with your networks. This is an updated graphic - after obtaining more info and polling local leaders, Indivisible CO has decided to take no offi
Oct 13


Colorado Democrats Announce State-Wide Bus Tour - Stopping in Walsenburg!
“Our Future. Our Colorado.” Tour will bring candidates and community events to 25 stops across the state Oct. 15-20 Colorado Democrats will hit the road October 15 for the “Our Future. Our Colorado.” bus tour, a rollicking six-day, 25-stop trip through communities across the state during the final weeks of the 2026 election. The bus will travel across the Eastern Plains, Front Range, High Country, Western Slope and Southwest Colorado and the San Luis Valley before ending Octo
Oct 11


2nd Annual DemZest in Pueblo
Hey, Dems! Colorado Democrats took over Pueblo for State Assembly, and we couldn't get enough, so we're headed back for DemZest and we want you there with us! You may have heard of DemWest, which has a little more yeehaw, but this event in Pueblo has more ZEST. It's the same Democratic energy, with a little extra kick. Our 2026 CDP Bus Tour is rolling into Pueblo on October 18th, where you can enjoy delicious food, drinks, and a fun chili cook-off judged by our candidates as
Oct 9


Get Your Yard Signs
The countdown to election day has started. Ballots are being mailed early, starting October 5th. We have yard signs for Duane Romero, Vic Meyers and Matt Martinez. We are working on getting more candidate signs in the next couple of weeks. We also have "Vote Blue" Banners that will look Great along our busy main roads. Visibility makes a difference so let's get our yard signs up and show support for our candidates. You can pick up signs at the monthly Democratic meeting on We
Oct 9


Colorado Democrats Finalize Positions on 2026 Ballot Measures
For Immediate Release September 8, 2026 DENVER — The Colorado Democratic Party’s State Central Committee voted Tuesday on seven measures on the November ballot, concluding the Party’s consideration of 2026 ballot measures after previously voting to take positions on others in late May. "Everyone should be able to afford a good life, make their own health care decisions and have a voice in their government without it breathing down their neck. We believe in protecting Colorado
Oct 8


Huerfano Dems GOTV Canvass
With less than 30 days until Election Day, it's time to get out the vote! Join the Huerfano County Dems and HD47 Candidate Vic Meyers for a morning canvass launch at Heritage Park. We want to hear from our neighbors and remind them to get their ballots in for our wonderful candidates. Canvassing can be intimidating, but we will have several seasoned door knockers around to show new people the ropes! Hope to see you there! Time Saturday, October 10 10 – 11:30am MDT Click on
Oct 7


Monthly Dems Meeting Wednesday
Huerfano County Democrats get together the first Wednesday of every month. We encourage all Democrats to participate and welcome unaffiliated voters who have an interest in learning more about our political process. Join us Wednesday evening, October 7th at 6 PM. Election Day countdown is on!! Duane Romero is scheduled to attend via zoom. Things are getting exciting with the news today that the DCCC has named him to its Red to Blue Program and he will be receiving help from n
Oct 5


HD47 & HD62 Debate in Pueblo Tuesday
The League of Women Voters is hosting a Candidate Debate in Pueblo Tuesday evening. Our candidate for House District 47, Vic Meyers will be debating the Republican incumbent, Ty Winters. Matthew Martinez is our incumbent in House District 62 and will also be participating. This is the only face-to-face debate for this race in this campaign. We are excited to see Vic square off against this person to hold Ty accountable for his record and to see Matthew prove his effectiveness
Sep 27


Bon Voyage Patricks' Send-Off
Larry and Terri Patrick have decided it is time for a Big Change. Their new adventures will be in Pueblo. They have been involved in our community for a long time and have touched many people's lives. Come join us at a laid-back send-off wishing them well on Friday, September 25th. Let's meet up at the Los Alamos group camp pavilion by the swim beach at Lathrop about 4:30. Bring a little something to share for a light dinner, along with your chair, beverage, and good vibes.
Sep 22


Candidate Forum via Zoom Thursday
The Colorado Democrats Rural Initiative is hosting a Candidate Forum this Thursday, September 24th, via Zoom starting at 6:30 PM Zoom is such a great tool for Rural Coloradoans to connect with the folks who are running to represent us. THANK YOU to all the candidates who chose to spend time with the rural voters who fight for Democratic candidates up and down our dirt roads! These are the candidates who have committed and the preliminary times, as some of the candidates have
Sep 21


Vic Meyers HD47 Saturday Event
This Saturday, September 19th, Vic Meyers is hosting "Democracy Day in the Park." This event is a chance to meet Vic Meyers, our Democratic candidate for House District 47 against Ty Winter. It will be held in Trinidad at Cimino Park on Saturday from 2-5 PM. If you will be in Trinidad, stop by and show your support. We need as many people as possible to show up and show their support for Vic. Together we Win! Go Blue Wave!
Sep 16


Team Blue FAC Meetup
Join us this Friday afternoon, starting around 3, on the Stokehouse patio for a little socializing. The new Executive Director of the Colorado Democratic Party, Kate Sneed, will join us so we can get acquainted. Also, our candidate for HD47, Vic Meyers, will be attending. He is running to unseat Ty Winters. This is your chance to unwind at the end of the week and get together with folks interested in upcoming election turnout, candidates, and issues.
Sep 14


State Programs to Help Teachers with Housing
From the Colorado Sun. District administrators also report that housing for teachers and school staff is often the factor that makes or breaks a highly qualified candidate’s ability to accept a job offer and stay in their role long term. Solutions to Colorado’s lack of affordable housing for teachers and other key staff are slowly taking shape, with one new state program designed to offer an estimated 200 low-interest mortgages to rural educators and district staff. Another p
Sep 10


Join Las Animas County Democrats and Vic Meyers at Trinidad Labor Day Parade
Labor Day is more than a long weekend. It is the one holiday on our calendar dedicated to the people who build, teach, care, serve, repair, drive, cook, stock, protect, and keep our communities going. Tomorrow morning, Trinidad will come together to honor that spirit in one of the most meaningful ways a community can: by showing up in public, walking side by side, and celebrating the dignity of work. The Las Animas County Democrats and HD47 candidate Vic Meyers invite friends
Sep 6


Speaker Series with AG Phil Weiser Virtual Community Event
Sponsored by Indivisible Colorado About this event Come hear from AG Phil Weiser as he describes what he is doing to protect our elections and what he will do if he is elected Governor in November. Time Tuesday, September 8 7 – 8pm MDT
Sep 4


Vic Meyers Town Hall in Walsenburg
Who: Vic Meyers What: Town Hall Meet and Greet Where: The Patio at the Stokehouse When: Wednesday, August 12th from 6 to 7 PM Vic is hosting a series of Town Hall Listening Events to meet the voters. Stop by to learn more about this candidate and discuss your perspectives with him. Vic is the Democratic candidate for the State House of Representatives, District 47. He is on the ballot along with the Republican, Ty Winter.
Aug 4


Colorado Democratic Party Rebukes Gov. Polis’ Commutation of Tina Peters
For Immediate Release May 20, 2026 DENVER — The Colorado Democratic Party State Central Committee voted Wednesday to rebuke Gov. Jared Polis’ commutation of former Mesa County Clerk Tina Peters. The text of the approved statement, which expands on Chair Murib’s original statement on May 15, can be found below: “Tina Peters was convicted by a jury of her peers and sentenced by a judge who said she would do it all over again if she could. The Republican district attorney who p
Jul 30


Sign the Prop 195 Petition Tomorrow
Tomorrow is the last day to sign the petition for Proposition 195! Our area (SD35) is behind on the number of signatures needed for this to be on the ballot. There is a person at Safeway in Walsenburg collecting signatures. This proposition reduces our tax rate, changing from a predetermined percent for all to a sliding scale based on income. The proposed rates give most citizens a tax break and only increase taxes on income over $300,000. It will also bring in more revenue
Jul 29
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