What Sets J.J. McKinzie Apart in Colorado’s Secretary of State Race
By Shaina Cole | Contributing Writer, Rocky Mountain Voice
J.J. McKinzie is one of four Republicans running for the open Secretary of State seat, and he is not running on name recognition. He is running on a resume that looks nothing like most politicians'.
McKinzie spent more than 25 years inside some of the largest companies in the world, advising on regulatory compliance and operational efficiency. He has owned small businesses, led nonprofits, and homeschooled his children for over two decades.
He holds degrees from Colorado State University, the University of Houston-Clear Lake, and Charis Bible College, with training in psychology, business, technology, futures studies, and biblical studies, including five master’s degrees.
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