Michael Dougherty
District Attorney, Boulder County
Candidate for Attorney General
Democrat
Next Election
Colorado 2026 Democrat Primary • June 30, 2026
About Michael Dougherty
Michael Dougherty is a candidate for Attorney General in the 2026 Colorado 2026 Democrat Primary.
About the Attorney General Position
An attorney general is the chief legal officer for a state or the nation, responsible for enforcing the law, representing the government in legal matters, and protecting the public interest—such as defending consumers, upholding civil rights, and prosecuting or overseeing major legal cases.
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My 2026 ins and outs...
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This year was about doing the work and showing up across Colorado. From enforcing the law and protecting public safety to listening to communities and engaging directly with the issues people face, this work has always been rooted in service and resp... more
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I joined these grieving parents in calling for changes to better protect kids and teens at risk on social media and from AI chatbots. The mental health and safety of kids is at stake.
As a prosecutor and a parent, I will continue to fight to limit ... more
Who Will be Colorado's Next Attorney General? Colorado Pols
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Moments like this remind me why I love the campaign trail: compassion, connection, commitment.
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As we near the end of the quarter, fundraising deadlines matter. This campaign is focused on the rule of law, public safety, consumer protection, our water and environment, and doing justice for all Coloradans. If you are able to chip in before the d... more
Colorado prison backlogs for sex offender rehabilitation lead to missed parole dates, others getting out without treatment The Denver Post
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Thank you to RC Panta and Narayan Shrestha for their strong support and endorsement of my campaign for Attorney General. This event at the Mantra Cafe in Denver was wonderful. I am excited to work with, and on behalf of, the leaders and members of th... more
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Water is the lifeblood of the Southwest. 7 states, tribal nations, and 40 million people rely on the Colorado River. The Colorado River Compact ends in 2026. Negotiations have been unsuccessful and the next deadline is quickly approaching. It is a se... more
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An inspiring reminder during the holidays:
"Something about December nudges us toward reflection. Whatever you call it — holiday spirit, cultural memory or just a pause in the chaos — it’s real ...
"Because the truth is simple: America has never t... more
‘It’s about finding answers’: The Irish-American prosecutor looking into the cold case murder of six-year-old JonBenet The Irish Independent
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To all those who celebrate, wishing you and your loved ones a very Merry Christmas. May this season bring warmth, peace, and time with the people who matter most.
Democratic attorney general candidate Michael Dougherty announced endorsements from 90 current and former district attorneys, sheriffs, legislators, mayors, local officials and community leaders from throughout Colorado.
Boulder District Attorney Michael Dougherty became the first candidate to launch a campaign to replace term-limited Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser in the 2026 election.
Dougherty, a Democrat, has served as district attorney for the 20th Judicial District since 2018. He led the prosecution of the shooter who killed 10 people at the Boulder King Soopers in 2021.
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