Michael Bennet
@MichaelBennet
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Fighting for the next generation. Current Senator, former school superintendent. Running to be the next Governor of Colorado.
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Joined June 2009
Colorado, I’m running for Governor. From expanding the Child Tax Credit to securing $7B for Colorado’s infrastructure, we’ve made real progress together. Now, it’s time to keep building a future in Colorado that works for all of us.
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In my housing platform, I call for a single, statewide application for housing financing to make it easier to build the housing Coloradans need. This is a great first step, and I’m looking forward to continuing this work as Governor. https://t.co/lfFqCWNgzq
coloradosun.com
The Housing Hub Colorado is a one-stop website offering developers information on housing tax credits and financing options and how to apply. It will be followed by a common application.
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Spent my birthday at the top of Windy Peak in Golden Gate Canyon State Park with Halina. Thank you for the birthday wishes! I hope everyone had a great Thanksgiving and gets outdoors this weekend.
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This time of year is always a strong reminder of how Coloradans show up for each other. Extremely grateful to live in a state where we pick each other up and come together as a community in every circumstance. https://t.co/fNsKdwEZGY
cbsnews.com
Just weeks before Thanksgiving, organizers of an annual event learned the bad news: No chefs and no kitchen. But the community responded in grand fashion.
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Donald Trump is using the FBI to try and silence six lawmakers. All of them -- including my friends @ElissaSlotkin and @maggieG603 -- are service members who have dedicated their lives to our country. This is unamerican, dangerous, and a waste of law enforcement resources.
FBI seeks to question the Democratic lawmakers involved in controversial video posted last week.
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Don’t do the crime if you can’t do the time. https://t.co/iaDVdx7LVV
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Tina Peters was convicted in the court of law. Now, she needs to serve out her sentence in Colorado. Under no circumstances should she be released to Donald Trump and his corrupt DOJ.
NEW: Colorado's election clerks are increasingly upset that Gov Jared Polis (D) hasn't ruled out releasing Tina Peters to the Trump administration. On a call today, a bipartisan group of elected clerks said Polis hasn't agreed to meet with them about their concerns.
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I couldn’t be more honored to have the support of Colorado Professional Firefighters, IBEW, and United Association Plumbers and Pipefitters in my campaign for Governor. Together, we will tackle our affordability crisis and make life a little easier for working families.
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Mark Kelly is a patriot who has spent his life serving this country with honor. Trump’s campaign of retribution and chaos must not be tolerated. We can’t and won’t stand for it.
When I was 22 years old, I commissioned as an Ensign in the United States Navy and swore an oath to the Constitution. I upheld that oath through flight school, multiple deployments on the USS Midway, 39 combat missions in Operation Desert Storm, test pilot school, four space
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Incredible day meeting with Fort Collins residents to discuss how we will build a stronger, more affordable Colorado together. Nothing better than being out on the road!
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Coloradans can’t afford another rate hike. As governor, I’ll lower energy costs by investing in clean energy, updating our power grid, and making big energy users pay their fair share. As energy demand grows, we need to keep costs low for consumers. https://t.co/0Cck1eSJTv
cpr.org
The Public Utilities Commission will soon weigh whether or not Xcel can bill back certain expenses to consumers over the next few years.
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Today, I joined a group of young people in Pueblo to discuss our affordability crisis. It’s no surprise they are being hit from every angle — from housing to health care. I got into this race to tackle this crisis and give people a fighting chance at the American Dream.
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I just released my comprehensive plan to lower costs for Coloradans. No county in our state is spared from this affordability crisis, and as Governor, tackling it will be my top priority. This plan is the first step. https://t.co/jEoKv54JZU
michaelbennet.com
Colorado families are being squeezed from every direction. Housing is out of reach, childcare now costs what college used to, and the cost of health care is a guessing game where no one wins. Even...
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When child care costs as much as housing, and housing is already out of reach, it’s clear the status quo isn’t working. I’m running for Governor to tackle our affordability crisis head-on and lower costs for families. It’s what Coloradans deserve. https://t.co/VVkPSIJa46
fox21news.com
“Spending almost $1,300 a month on child care is a massive burden for parents,” said Lending Tree’s Matt Schulz.
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Our first Young Leaders Summit was one of the most inspiring political events I’ve had the opportunity to be a part of. We will build a brighter future by bringing young leaders to the table and crafting a vision for Colorado that brings costs down and restore the American Dream.
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As Governor, I’ll make sure our teachers are paid what they deserve and our students have the support they need to get a good-paying job and join the middle class after graduation. (2/3)
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As Donald Trump works to gut the Department of Education, it’s more important than ever that our local schools have the support they need to set students up for success. (1/3)
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From health care to child care to housing, Colorado families are paying more for everything. I’m running for Governor to address our affordability crisis and make life a little easier for working families. https://t.co/YWlJqOUH93
coloradosun.com
Colorado’s senior senator and a Democratic gubernatorial hopeful took questions from Colorado Sun Publisher Larry Ryckman
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Excited to host our first Young Leaders Workshop today in Denver! I’m running for Governor to build a brighter future for the next generation. The only way to do that is by bringing young people to the table and finding new ways to color outside the lines and deliver results.
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Under his leadership, Democrats will rebuild trust, take on Donald Trump, and deliver for working families. https://t.co/q6T0Kv5II1
washingtonpost.com
Why I’m keeping an eye on the political trajectory of Jason Crow, a veteran of Iraq and Afghanistan.
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