About John Hickenlooper

John took a different path to public office. After being laid off as a geologist, he opened the first brewpub in Colorado. As a small-business owner, John was active in the local community and ran for office because he believed he could bring a different perspective and get things done. At a time when Washington is rife with division, John is the problem-solver we need in the Senate.

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Thank you to Water Resources Policy and Utilities Leader Sean Chambers, Former Obama Administration Member Ray Rivera, and Pueblo Community Leader Vince Guerrero for your work, support, and dedication to serving Colorado communities. We’re honored to... more
6/10/2026 • 57 interactions
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It’s been an honor to work with the @thegmdmalliance as Denver Mayor, Governor, and now as I serve in the U.S. Senate. We reformed Denver’s Police Department to create more accountability and worked together to strengthen our community. I’m grateful ... more
6/10/2026 • 9 interactions
Hickenlooper hits airwaves with 1st TV ad in Colorado’s Democratic US Senate primary
Hickenlooper hits airwaves with 1st TV ad in Colorado’s Democratic US Senate primary
Hickenlooper hits airwaves with 1st TV ad in Colorado’s Democratic US Senate primary
Colorado Politics • 6/2/2026
U.S. Sen. John Hickenlooper launched his reelection campaign’s first TV ad Tuesday, a week before Colorado voters start receiving primary ballots, with a spot taking aim at the Trump administration’s foiled plans to sell public lands. Hickenlooper is facing a primary challenge from state Sen. Julie ...
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John Hickenlooper Running for US Senate
Julie Gonzales
Julie Gonzales Running for US Senate
Where John Hickenlooper, Julie Gonzales stand on the issues in Colorado’s Democratic U.S. Senate primary
Where John Hickenlooper, Julie Gonzales stand on the issues in Colorado’s Democratic U.S. Senate primary
Where John Hickenlooper, Julie Gonzales stand on the issues in Colorado’s Democratic U.S. Senate primary
Colorado Sun • 6/1/2026
The Colorado Sun interviewed the 2 Democrats running for U.S. Senate to see where they stand on the economy, healthcare, immigration and other top issues
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John Hickenlooper Running for US Senate
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Julie Gonzales Running for US Senate
Colorado senator will bring amendment to stop Trump’s $1.8B compensation fund from paying Tina Peters, others who affected elections
Colorado senator will bring amendment to stop Trump’s $1.8B compensation fund from paying Tina Peters, others who affected elections
Colorado senator will bring amendment to stop Trump’s $1.8B compensation fund from paying Tina Peters, others who affected elections
Colorado Sun • 5/21/2026
U.S. Sen. John Hickenlooper's amendment will be voted on as the U.S. Senate debates a roughly $70 billion bill brought by Republicans to restore funding to ICE and the Border Patrol
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John Hickenlooper Running for US Senate
Democrat John Hickenlooper launches 1st ad in Colorado’s US Senate primary
Democrat John Hickenlooper launches 1st ad in Colorado’s US Senate primary
Democrat John Hickenlooper launches 1st ad in Colorado’s US Senate primary
Colorado Politics • 5/19/2026
U.S. Sen. John Hickenlooper hits screens Tuesday with his reelection campaign’s first statewide ad, recounting highlights of the Colorado Democrat’s business and political career. The 30-second spot, set to air on digital and streaming platforms, lands six weeks before the June 30 primary election, ...
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John Hickenlooper Running for US Senate
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Julie Gonzales Running for US Senate
Tina Peters isn’t the first Colorado convict to become a central figure in a governor’s race
Tina Peters isn’t the first Colorado convict to become a central figure in a governor’s race
Tina Peters isn’t the first Colorado convict to become a central figure in a governor’s race
Colorado Sun • 5/15/2026
In 2014, Nathan Dunlap’s death sentence became a central issue as then-Gov. John Hickenlooper was running for a second term
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John Hickenlooper Running for US Senate
Colorado Democrat John Hickenlooper lands support from trio of local labor unions
Colorado Democrat John Hickenlooper lands support from trio of local labor unions
Colorado Democrat John Hickenlooper lands support from trio of local labor unions
Colorado Politics • 5/14/2026
Three local labor unions endorsed U.S. Sen. John Hickenlooper’s bid for reelection this week, calling the Colorado Democrat a proven champion of the state’s workers and their rights. Hickenlooper’s campaign announced endorsements on Tuesday from SMART Sheet Metal Workers Local 9, Pipefitters Local 2...
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John Hickenlooper Running for US Senate
When Anti-War Candidates Become War-Monger Presidents
When Anti-War Candidates Become War-Monger Presidents
When Anti-War Candidates Become War-Monger Presidents
The Intercept • 4/17/2026
Matt Duss, former foreign policy adviser to Sen. Bernie Sanders, on how Democrats can win on an anti-war platform and bring about real change. The post When Anti-War Candidates Become War-Monger Presidents appeared first on The Intercept.
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Michael Bennet Running for Governor
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John Hickenlooper Running for US Senate
Colorado Democrat John Hickenlooper pulls in nearly $1.4M in 1st quarter, heads into primary with $4M 
Colorado Democrat John Hickenlooper pulls in nearly $1.4M in 1st quarter, heads into primary with $4M 
Colorado Democrat John Hickenlooper pulls in nearly $1.4M in 1st quarter, heads into primary with $4M 
Colorado Politics • 4/9/2026
U.S. Sen. John Hickenlooper’s campaign raised nearly $1.4 million in the first quarter of 2026 and plans to report more than $4 million on hand heading into Colorado’s June primary, the first-term Democrat’s campaign said Thursday. That brings Hickenlooper’s total receipts to about $9 million since ...
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John Hickenlooper Running for US Senate
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Julie Gonzales Running for US Senate
Phil Weiser wins top spot in Colorado’s Democratic gubernatorial primary at party’s state assembly
Phil Weiser wins top spot in Colorado’s Democratic gubernatorial primary at party’s state assembly
Phil Weiser wins top spot in Colorado’s Democratic gubernatorial primary at party’s state assembly
Colorado Politics • 3/28/2026
Attorney General Phil Weiser’s name will appear first on Colorado’s Democratic gubernatorial primary ballot after his overwhelming win Saturday at the party’s state assembly in Pueblo. Weiser joins U.S. Sen. Michael Bennet in the June 30 primary for the office held by term-limited Gov. Jared Polis. ...
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Michael Bennet Running for Governor
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John Hickenlooper Running for US Senate
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Julie Gonzales Running for US Senate
Karen Breslin
Karen Breslin Running for US Senate
Jena Griswold
Jena Griswold Running for Attorney General
David Seligman
David Seligman Running for Attorney General
Phil Weiser
Phil Weiser Running for Governor
Seligman, Bridges, Gonzales lead downballot races heading into Colorado Democrats’ state assembly
Seligman, Bridges, Gonzales lead downballot races heading into Colorado Democrats’ state assembly
Seligman, Bridges, Gonzales lead downballot races heading into Colorado Democrats’ state assembly
Colorado Politics • 3/27/2026
As Colorado Democrats prepare to designate candidates to the June primary ballot at the party’s state assembly in Pueblo on Saturday, three candidates appear poised to win top-line designation in downballot statewide races, according to data compiled by the state party. There isn’t much suspense abo...
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Michael Bennet Running for Governor
John Hickenlooper
John Hickenlooper Running for US Senate
Julie Gonzales
Julie Gonzales Running for US Senate
Karen Breslin
Karen Breslin Running for US Senate
Amanda Gonzalez
Amanda Gonzalez Running for Secretary of State
David Seligman
David Seligman Running for Attorney General
Phil Weiser
Phil Weiser Running for Governor
Jessie Danielson
Jessie Danielson Running for Secretary of State
Federal judge rejects Republicans’ challenge to Colorado’s campaign donation limits
Federal judge rejects Republicans’ challenge to Colorado’s campaign donation limits
Federal judge rejects Republicans’ challenge to Colorado’s campaign donation limits
Colorado Sun • 3/27/2026
Colorado’s state campaign contribution limits, approved by voters in 2002, are among the lowest in the country
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Michael Bennet Running for Governor
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John Hickenlooper Running for US Senate
Phil Weiser
Phil Weiser Running for Governor
Jessie Danielson
Jessie Danielson Running for Secretary of State
Hickenlooper primary challenger Julie Gonzales endorsed by national progressive group Indivisible
Hickenlooper primary challenger Julie Gonzales endorsed by national progressive group Indivisible
Hickenlooper primary challenger Julie Gonzales endorsed by national progressive group Indivisible
Colorado Politics • 3/24/2026
State Sen. Julie Gonzales’ bid to challenge U.S. Sen. John Hickenlooper in Colorado’s Democratic primary got a boost Tuesday from Indivisible when the national arm of the progressive grassroots group endorsed the Denver lawmaker. The national group’s endorsement comes less than a week before Gonzale...
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John Hickenlooper Running for US Senate
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Julie Gonzales Running for US Senate
Mum on his own replacement, Bennet disrespects voters | Dick Wadhams
Mum on his own replacement, Bennet disrespects voters | Dick Wadhams
Mum on his own replacement, Bennet disrespects voters | Dick Wadhams
Colorado Politics • 3/23/2026
U.S. Sen. Michael Bennet is playing an arrogant game of hide-and-seek with Colorado voters as he seeks to abandon his Senate seat to become governor. Bennet insists that if he is elected governor in November, he will wait until he is inaugurated in January 2027 before he resigns from the Senate so h...
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Michael Bennet Running for Governor
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John Hickenlooper Running for US Senate
Amanda Gonzalez
Amanda Gonzalez Running for Secretary of State
Jena Griswold
Jena Griswold Running for Attorney General
Phil Weiser
Phil Weiser Running for Governor
Jessie Danielson
Jessie Danielson Running for Secretary of State
As violent crimes spike on the Ute Mountain Ute Reservation, support from the federal government is lacking
As violent crimes spike on the Ute Mountain Ute Reservation, support from the federal government is lacking
As violent crimes spike on the Ute Mountain Ute Reservation, support from the federal government is lacking
Colorado Sun • 3/13/2026
Tribal leaders say 10 Bureau of Indian Affairs law enforcement officers were assigned to the reservation to curb violence. Sens. Michael Bennet and John Hickenlooper, along with Rep. Jeff Hurd, are asking why they only have one.
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Michael Bennet Running for Governor
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John Hickenlooper Running for US Senate
From a bomb shelter in Israel, Colorado Democrats’ opposition to war in Iran feels like Vietnam Syndrome (Opinion)
From a bomb shelter in Israel, Colorado Democrats’ opposition to war in Iran feels like Vietnam Syndrome (Opinion)
From a bomb shelter in Israel, Colorado Democrats’ opposition to war in Iran feels like Vietnam Syndrome (Opinion)
The Denver Post • 3/5/2026
Statements from Colorado’s Democratic congressional delegation in response to President Donald Trump's strike on Iran, are examples of the quiet but powerful hold “Vietnam Syndrome” still exerts on the Democratic Party.
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Michael Bennet Running for Governor
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John Hickenlooper Running for US Senate
Michael Bennet is leveling criticism at Colorado Gov. Jared Polis as he vies to replace him
Michael Bennet is leveling criticism at Colorado Gov. Jared Polis as he vies to replace him
Michael Bennet is leveling criticism at Colorado Gov. Jared Polis as he vies to replace him
Colorado Sun • 3/5/2026
During a recent debate, Bennet said Polis is “allergic” to building big statewide coalitions. At another gathering, Bennet said he totally disagrees with the idea that the governor’s health care policies have worked.
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Michael Bennet Running for Governor
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John Hickenlooper Running for US Senate
Jena Griswold
Jena Griswold Running for Attorney General
Phil Weiser
Phil Weiser Running for Governor
Democrat Michael Bennet turns in petitions for Colorado’s gubernatorial primary, plans to skip caucuses
Democrat Michael Bennet turns in petitions for Colorado’s gubernatorial primary, plans to skip caucuses
Democrat Michael Bennet turns in petitions for Colorado’s gubernatorial primary, plans to skip caucuses
Colorado Politics • 2/28/2026
U.S. Sen. Michael Bennet, a Democratic candidate for governor, submitted nominating petitions for Colorado’s June primary ballot on Friday, his campaign and the Colorado Secretary of State’s Office said. Bennet plans to rely on his petitions to get on the ballot, skipping the caucus and assembly pro...
Michael Bennet
Michael Bennet Running for Governor
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John Hickenlooper Running for US Senate
Phil Weiser
Phil Weiser Running for Governor
Colorado leaders react to U.S. attack on Iran: ‘A war of choice’
Colorado leaders react to U.S. attack on Iran: ‘A war of choice’
Colorado leaders react to U.S. attack on Iran: ‘A war of choice’
The Denver Post • 2/28/2026
Several of Colorado’s top elected officials called for congressional intervention hours after the U.S. and Israel launched a major attack on Iran, with the state’s federal delegation reacting along party lines either supporting or decrying the military action…
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Michael Bennet Running for Governor
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John Hickenlooper Running for US Senate
Colorado Democrat John Hickenlooper becomes first statewide candidate to submit nominating petitions
Colorado Democrat John Hickenlooper becomes first statewide candidate to submit nominating petitions
Colorado Democrat John Hickenlooper becomes first statewide candidate to submit nominating petitions
Colorado Politics • 2/27/2026
U.S. Sen. John Hickenlooper on Thursday became the first statewide candidate to submit petition signatures for Colorado’s June Democratic primary, according to his campaign and the Colorado Secretary of State’s Office. Seeking reelection to a second term, Hickenlooper is facing four primary challeng...
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John Hickenlooper Running for US Senate
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Julie Gonzales Running for US Senate
The Chicago real estate firm looking to profit off Trump’s anti-immigrant agenda
The Chicago real estate firm looking to profit off Trump’s anti-immigrant agenda
The Chicago real estate firm looking to profit off Trump’s anti-immigrant agenda
Chicago Reader • 2/27/2026
You were never supposed to read about the Highlands Real Estate Investment Trust. The Chicago-based real estate firm was created in 2016 to sell off its portfolio properties, return money to its investors, and quietly put itself out of business. Instead, Hig…
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John Hickenlooper Running for US Senate
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