Colorado GOP Governor’s Race Heats Up | Denver News

Colorado Republicans face a pivotal primary as three candidates battle for the governor’s nomination: newcomer Victor Marx, seasoned senator Barb Kirkmeyer, and fiery pastor Scott Bottoms. Marx, fueled by conservative religious voters and big fundraising, challenges the party establishment, while Kirkmeyer’s experience and GOP backing haven’t sparked grassroots enthusiasm. Bottoms, the GOP assembly winner, brings fiery rhetoric and extreme conservatism. Whoever wins must unite fractured factions and woo independents to reclaim a governor’s office lost to Democrats for 24 years — this race is less about policy and more about the soul of the Republican Party. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/a0a9e8ebeb98f666