Tag: Voter Participation

By Rep. Ken DeGraaf | Guest Commentary, Rocky Mountain Voice If citizens want representation that reflects their values, they must be willing to invest in it—consistently, deliberately, and collectively. “When you want to help people, you tell them the truth. When you want to help yourself, you tell them what they want to hear.” — Thomas Sowell Here is the truth: if citizens want constitutional, accountable representation in Colorado, they must invest in it. We are rightly proud of the principle that helped found this Republic—no taxation without representation. But in today’s political reality, there is a necessary corollary: there is no meaningful representation without participation. Participation is more than voting. It requires time, attention, and yes, financial suppor...