Regent of the University of Colorado - Congressional District 6
Source: results.enr.clarityelections.com
What does this office do?
- Setting tuition at state universities
- Approving university budgets
- Picking university presidents
Affects: Government Efficiency, Government Spending Reduction, Criminal Justice and Civil Liberties,
Candidates:
Democratic · Incumbent
Educator of more than 30 years who has served on the board since 2021 and chairs its Governance Committee. Focuses on student mental health, keeping CU affordable for working families, and protecting academic freedom.
Records: Civil Rights 2 for, Government Spending Reduction 1 against
Joe Johnson
LostLibertarian
Former Frederick town trustee who has campaigned against tax increases. Wants universities to put teaching ahead of sports and rely less on government money, and opposes student loan forgiveness.
Veanessa Burbage
LostRepublican
Has not sought elected office before. Wants to take a hard look at in-state tuition costs, drop required courses that are unrelated to a student's major, and protect free speech for all students.
Sources: coloradosos.gov · denvergov.org