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Religion: Quaker
Education: Wesleyan University (BA English), Wesleyan University (MA Geology)
Birthplace: Narberth, Pennsylvania
Background: Former Governor of Colorado and Mayor of Denver. Founded Wynkoop Brewing Company, one of first brewpubs in Colorado. Geologist turned restaurateur turned politician. 2020 presidential candidate.
Former brewpub owner turned mayor, governor, and senator. Quaker faith but does not emphasize religion publicly. As governor, signed Colorado's 2013 gun control package (universal background checks + high-capacity magazine ban) — cost two state legislators their seats in recall elections. Heritage Action 3% lifetime — 0% in both 117th and 119th sessions. Called for banning conversion therapy nationwide (Therapeutic Fraud Prevention Act). Supports comprehensive immigration reform. Pro-choice. Supports same-sex marriage. Strong on climate/environment (LCV 97%). Blocked Trump administration efforts in Senate. Running for re-election 2026. Former geologist — opposed fracking bans despite environmentalist base.
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