My promise to HD-12

As we look towards 2027, we face significant challenges; from artificial intelligence to zoning and everything between. With a new administration, we are also looking at an opportunity for generational change with Phil Weiser working with a Democratic supermajority legislature, much like Franklin Roosevelt had in 1933. But to create a better Colorado, we need legislators who not only want to do the work, but can be thoughtful, meticulous, and steady.

Throughout my life, I’ve done more than just chase the work that needs to be done. I’ve found the roles where I believe I can leave a positive impact. That’s why, should the opportunity arrive, I would be honored to serve as the next Representative for House District 12.

Recently, I’ve been thinking more about my cousin, Jamie Redford. As a documentarian, his work, advocacy, and devotion to pursuing the fight—be it for medical transplants, preserving the Colorado River, renewable energy, toxic chemicals or toxic stress—was felt by all who knew him. And it was felt by me. When Jamie passed away, he left behind an indelible legacy. I have long believed in the just causes that Jamie championed through film. Now, I have the chance to work and serve. I mean to use this chance, and I hope you will use it with me.

My first job was for Boulder County as a Youth Corps member, working in Heil Valley Ranch on the ground and in the forests for fire mitigation efforts. I graduated from Drew University and subsequently the University of Colorado School of Law. From there, I went on to work in various fields from cybersecurity, data privacy, healthcare, and regulated cannabis.

But Youth Corp wasn’t the last time I sought to work in my hometown community. I was elected to and chaired the Superior Home Rule Commission, served as a precinct organizer and area coordinator, volunteer as the Co-Chair of the Superior Historical Commission, and currently serve as the Boulder County Democratic Party Treasurer. And with the Sundance Film Festival moving to Boulder, I knew I had to get involved and help, which is why I started my own small business to address housing needs while educating municipalities and HOAs, creating a stipend for artists with disabilities to have their accessibility needs met.

I do not want to make lofty and unrealistic promises that cannot be kept. But I can promise to be a legislator who will collaborate and promote the virtues of public service. I promise to listen and be civil in discussions, even over the most heated of topics, and be a representative for all, not just to those who agree with me. I promise to be consistent in my values and integrity and lead with an ethical core of steel. I promise to focus on the issues that matter most to the people of HD-12. And I promise to do the work involved in good governance.

Jamie said, “The solutions are sitting right in front of our face, and we don’t focus on our potential enough.”

I am ready to focus on my potential. I am ready for the State Assembly.