Jared Polis for Congress!

I haven’t written on this blog for a little while now. I’ve been busy with school, and I just finished serving as a United States Congressional Page. But for me, this race for Congress in Colorado’s 2nd District is far too important for me not to do everything I possibly can to get the word out about one particular candidate in that race, Jared Polis. Jared is a 33-year old internet entrepreneur who’s made millions of his own money by working hard and coming up with new technology. He’s used his financial success to build schools for homeless children, and served 8 years as the Colorado State Board of Education Chairman. He also happens to be openly gay, and would, if he wins the primary on August 12th, make history by becoming the first openly gay male non-incumbent in Congress. Whoever wins the primary will almost certainly win the general election, seeing as it’s a seat that’s gone Democratic since 1975.

I am a 16-year old openly gay political enthusiast. I support Jared because for me, as cliche as it sounds, he represents hope for the future. He represents a generational change, as well as a historic oppurtunity. Both of his opponents are in their 50’s and 60’s, and have been involved in politics for many years. Jared is the only candidate who truly represents me and my generation, and therefore it is so important that he wins his race on Tuesday. I encourage everyone on this blog to actively support his campaign for the remaining 6 days, by donating as much money as they can at his website, www.PolisforCongress.com, and getting the word out about his campaign to their friends and family. Again, this is a historic and unprecedented oppurtunity; Jared is a rising star who could make history for my generation and the gay community; he could one day end up as Governor of Colorado, or perhaps even President of the United States. So let’s make sure he wins on Tuesday.