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Town of Palmer Lake
The El Paso County Democratic Party takes no position on the municipal elections for Mayor or Trustee in the Town of Palmer Lake. We encourage voters to carefully consider their options and make the choice that best serves their community.
Town of Monument Municipal Positions
The El Paso County Democratic Party takes no position on the municipal elections for Town of Monument Councilmember positions. We trust the voters of Monument to make the decisions that best serve their community and encourage careful consideration of all candidates.
Judicial Retention
The El Paso County Democratic Party takes no position on judicial retention. For those interested in learning more, we encourage you to consult the Office of Judicial Performance Evaluations, which offers detailed information on each judge up for retention. You can visit their website at: https://judicialperformance.colorado.gov/2024-judicial-performance-evaluations. Happy voting, dear readers!
Amendment G: Modify Property Tax Exemption for Veterans with Disabilities
Amendment G, where we finally get something right. The El Paso County Democratic Party urges a Yes vote on this measure, and frankly, it’s about time we extend a little more fairness to our veterans. Currently, only those with a 100% service-connected disability qualify for the homestead exemption—but with Amendment G, we can extend that...
Amendment H: Judicial Discipline Procedures and Confidentiality
The El Paso County Democratic Party recommends a Yes vote on Amendment H, and trust me, this one is all about restoring faith in our judicial system. Amendment H seeks to clean up the murky waters of judicial discipline by increasing transparency and reducing the influence judges have over their colleagues’ discipline. Let’s be real—when...
Amendment I: Constitutional Bail Exception for First-Degree Murder
The El Paso County Democratic Party also supports a strong Yes vote on Amendment I. This measure closes a loophole that, due to a 2020 decision to abolish the death penalty, accidentally allowed people charged with first-degree murder to post bail. Yes, you heard that right—a loophole that could allow the most serious offenders a...
The Executive Committee of the El Paso County Democratic Party has conducted a meticulous evaluation of the forthcoming ballot question concerning partial funding for a new police training academy facility in Colorado Springs. Following rigorous scrutiny consistent with our party’s guiding principles, we have concluded that the initiative warrants unequivocal opposition. Fiscal Responsibility and Economic...
As with any Democratic candidate, we were saddened to learn of David Torres’ decision to withdraw from the race for Colorado’s 5th Congressional District. We honor his dedication and passion and feel compelled to provide clarity on our support and interactions with all current candidates for CD5—and all other partisan races. Since before the 2022...
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Registered Agent | Mischa Smith
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