🏛️ Structure of Colorado State Government
Executive Branch
Led by the Governor (currently Jared Polis).
Other elected officials: Lieutenant Governor, Attorney General, Secretary of State, and Treasurer.
Governor's Office Website
Legislative Branch
Colorado General Assembly: Bicameral system with the House of Representatives (65 members) and the Senate (35 members).
Colorado House of Representatives Website
Colorado State Senate Website
Judicial Branch
Led by the Colorado Supreme Court, with the Colorado Court of Appeals and District and County Courts.
Colorado Judicial Branch Website
🗳️ Elections and Voter Information
Secretary of State (Elections Division): Manages voter registration, election security, and candidate filings.
📊 Key Political Issues in Colorado
Water Rights and Management of the Colorado River
Affordable Housing and Homelessness
Renewable Energy and Environmental Conservation
Transportation Infrastructure and Expansion
Access to Healthcare, Especially in Rural Areas
Gun Violence Prevention and Public Safety
🤝 Civic Engagement & Grassroots Activism
League of Women Voters of Colorado: Promotes informed and active participation in democracy.
Conservation Colorado: Focused on environmental policy and climate action.
Colorado Common Cause: Advocates for transparent and accountable governance.
Common Cause Colorado Website
📰 Stay Informed
The Denver Post: Covers statewide politics and policy.
Colorado Public Radio: Offers in-depth reporting on state government and major issues.
Colorado Politics: Focused on state political analysis and news.
📚 Educational Resources
Colorado State Archives: Access historical records and government documents.
Colorado State Archives Website
BallotPedia Colorado: Neutral, fact-checked information on elections and policy.
Ballotpedia Colorado