Insurgent progressives and veteran incumbents compete for Colorado Democrats' votes
Summary
Colorado’s Democratic primary elections will show if voters prefer younger, more progressive candidates or long-time officeholders. The contests include battles between established politicians and younger challengers identified as progressive or democratic socialists.Key Facts
- Colorado Democrats hold primary elections on Tuesday.
- In the 1st Congressional District, incumbent Rep. Diana DeGette faces a 29-year-old democratic socialist challenger, Melat Kiros.
- Sen. John Hickenlooper is challenged by state Sen. Julie Gonzales, who calls herself an "insurgent progressive."
- The race in Colorado’s swing district is important for control of the U.S. House.
- These contests reflect a wider debate in the Democratic Party about experience versus new progressive leadership.
- President Donald Trump is currently serving his second term in office.
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