This new district would have a significant Hispanic population, and it represents one of the Democrats’ best chances to maintain control of the House of Representatives. It is absolutely vital that we keep that majority—voting rights, racial justice, and any chance of climate change legislation depend on it. It will also be crucial that any Democrat we elect will fight for the people.
Right now, it is up to all of us to create energy around a progressive winning this district. That means educating voters about the race and the district, vetting new candidates, and, most importantly, supporting the groups and organizations on the ground that will do everything they can to back new progressive candidates.
That's where the Colorado Turnout Project comes in. CTP is one of only a few political groups in the state dedicated to fighting for a strong Democrat to win this new seat. Our work here could make or break our razor-thin majority in the House—meaning, we may be the only group standing between Kevin McCarthy and the Speaker’s gavel.