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Those candidates boxed in green are viewed favorably by the Colorado Bankers Association
Governor
Jared Polis Walker Stapleton
Democrat Republican
U.S. Representative Colorado State Treasurer
Voted no on S. 2155 (regulatory Friend of the industry, who
reform bill). worked well with banking
industry as treasurer. Led efforts
toward PERA reform.
Treasurer
Dave Young Brian Watson
Democrat Republican
Colorado State Representative Commercial real estate
Has been a friendly legislator to He would oppose creation of a
banking, but has indicated a desire state-owned bank as he supports
to study the potential of a state- private industry and sees no need
owned bank. for government to create a bank.
Attorney General
Phil Weiser George Brauchler
Democrat Republican
Ex CU Law dean Arapahoe County District Atty.
Has indicated desire for the AG’s office to Would oppose a state-owned bank
involve itself more in litigation and policy and is supportive of private
formulation. Has said he would be willing industry. He has indicated a desire
to engage with other AGs on litigation. to enforce existing law and to not
be an “activist AG.”
Secretary of State
Jenna Griswold Wayne Williams
Democrat Republican
Attorney Incumbent Secretary of State
Position on banking issues: Has run the office in a bipartisan
Unknown manner and ensured accuracy and
ease of searchability for lien
filings.