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Sam Jarris
Pledged at Large
A 4th Generation Coloradoan with long family ties to the Colorado Democratic Party, Sam Jarris began community organizing in 2010 by pursuing the interests of marginalized communities. He advocated for the passing of HB 2022-1255, Improve Higher Education For Students With A Disability. 2 years later, serving as the representative of the Colorado Cross-Disability Coalition, the committee has finished its final recommendations for the legislature. Sam is an active Steering Committee member of the Democratic Education Initiative, the 2nd Vice Chair of the Disability Strong Democrats Initiative, the Vice Chair of Technology And Social Impact for the Colorado Young Democrats and engaged with the Colorado Neurodiversity Chamber of Commerce. They have previously served as the Chair of both House District 44 & 39, the acting 2nd Vice Chair for the Douglas County Democrats, the National Committee Representative for the Colorado Young Democrats, and as a Board Member of the Statewide Independent Living Council. Finally, they are planning to attain an undergraduate in Health Information Management and then dual Masters Degrees in Public Administration and Public Health.
Stephanie Bowman
Pledged CD5
Stephanie Bowman, a community organizer, political strategist, national trainer was galvanized by her mother’s grassroots activism. From unionizing daycare owners with AFSCME to initiating an urban garden, started her own non-profit to work with women who were in domestic violence shelters, while also being a page to a KS State Senator she’s been a force for local empowerment since her teens. As a Political Science graduate from Hampton University, and Marketing Strategy from Cornell. Stephanie’s commitment to electoral organizing expanded with Obama’s campaign, spanning six states (WI, VA, KS, MO, CA, CO) from organizer to field director. She’s since worked across party lines, with neighborhood groups, police, and fire departments to harness technology to amplify community voices. Stephanie educates women on climate advocacy, infusing personal stories with activism. As Vice Chair of Cultural Demographic Outreach and Platform and Chair of CD 5, she’s a staunch advocate for intersectionality, community rights, healthcare freedom, accessibility, marriage equality, dignified aging, small business protections, water justice, and land sovereignty. Stephanie’s relentless pursuit of a just and inclusive democracy is evident in all she does.
Sterling Simms
Pledged at Large
Sterling Simms is a public servant, campaign organizer, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, and a proud member of the LGBT community, who is currently serving as Operations Coordinator for the Denver Mayor's Office. Born in Phoenix, Arizona as a triplet, he developed an early interest in politics having grown up during the Bush Administration which taught him early on that elections have consequences. In high school, he began working to elect Democrats across Arizona. After graduating in 2019, his passion for service led him to join the U.S. Marine Corps. Post-service, Sterling moved to Denver, contributing to various Democratic campaigns, including Mayor Mike Johnston's in 2023. At 22 years old, Sterling was appointed by Mayor Johnston to the successful House1000 initiative, moving over 1,000 unhoused Denverites indoors in just six months. As one of the youngest members of the Colorado delegation, he is eager to re-elect Joe Biden, who he believes is the most effective president in his lifetime.
Jasmin Ramirez
Pledged PLEO
Jasmin was born in Pasadena,CA. However, she grew up Pico Rivera,CA and Glenwood Springs, CO. She moved back to California to attend college at Cerritos College. Jasmin currently works as the Director of Programs for a non-profit. She is proud to be the first Latina graduate elected to the school board in the Roaring Fork School District and even more proud to be the only Latina school board member across the Roaring Fork Valley corridor, which spans four school districts. She believes it is important to convey our rural values,needs, community diversity, and growth. Jasmin has been a lifelong Democrat because she believes in the party's values: that the economy should work for everyone, that healthcare is a right, that diversity is our strength, and that democracy is worth defending.
Joseph Shelton
Pledged CD5
Hello, my name is Joseph Shelton, and I use he/him pronouns. I am 27 years old and am honored to be attending the Democratic National Convention for the first time. I am an LGBTQ+ rights advocate based in El Paso County, CO. In 2019, I made history by running for the Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education, becoming the first openly gay individual to run for office in El Paso County. Building on that momentum, in 2022, I ran for the Colorado State Board of Education for Congressional District 5, where I was one of three of the first openly LGBTQ+ people to run for state office from El Paso County. Currently, I serve as an at-large executive council member for the El Paso County Democratic Party. My advocacy focuses on LGBTQ+ rights, empowering young individuals, and supporting disabled individuals. I am excited to bring these important issues to the forefront of the convention.
Isaiah Cordova
Pledged at Large
Born in Greeley and raised in Eaton, the epitome of Northern Colorado in my opinion, I am dedicated to progressive politics in my home, hearing stories from my relatives and friends that it would benefit everyone to have strong universal healthcare, closer-knit communities not based around cars, and labor rights. Arrested in 2020 and convicted in 2023, I now have personal experience with the criminal justice system, and understand even greater how ineffective it is at discouraging recidivism, and how uncommitted it is to restorative justice. I'm now firmly dedicated to fixing it where I can. Despite that, I've graduated college and work in the field of my dreams: live music production with IATSE Local 7.
Kenny Nguyen
Pledged CD7
Kenny was elected to represent Ward 1 in 2023. Kenny was born and raised in Colorado to Vietnamese refugees and is proud to now serve as Broomfield's first Asian American elected official. He has lived in Broomfield since 2018 and decided to put down deep roots by purchasing a home here with his sister in 2022. Kenny is an active member and former chair of Broomfield's Arts, History and Cultural Council (AHCC). He is an AmeriCorps Service Member alum, having served four terms with the "I Have a Dream" foundation of Boulder County. Kenny is the former vice-chair of the Asian American Pacific Islander Initiative of Colorado Democrats. Additionally, he was a Field Organizer for the Jared Polis/Dianne Primavera 2018 campaign. In his free time, Kenny enjoys rooting for Colorado sports teams, reading, playing volleyball, and gaming. He is also an active participant in Colorado's anime and cosplay community.
Jeremiah Medina
Pledged CD7
Jeremiah Medina, from Lakewood, Colorado, is a dedicated community leader who serves in multiple capacities across the region. He earned a Bachelor's Degree in Society, Health & Policy, a unique program he created himself at Metropolitan State University of Denver. During his time at MSU Denver, Jeremiah was Co-Student Body Presidents. As a first-generation student, he valued his education and connection to the Auraria Campus as a descendant of the Displaced Aurarian Community. He earned a Master's in Public Administration from the University of Colorado at Denver. Jeremiah serves as a Board Member for the Rocky Mountain Region at Young Invincibles and the Jefferson County Democratic Latino Initiative. He is commissioner for outreach in CD 7. Jeremiah is currently working at the Colorado State Capitol as a Chief of Staff, serves as Vice Chair of the Colorado Young Democrats, and is Political Director for Jeffco Young Dems. Jeremiah stays active by swimming daily including teaching swim classes and Lifeguard and CPR certifications. He also enjoys hiking.
Ayinde Summey
Pledged CD6
My name is Ayinde Summey, and I am an activist and community organizer in Arapahoe County. In the first campaign I participated in, I was a canvasser with my parents for the Obama-Biden campaign in 2008. Since then, I have aimed to do my part in ensuring candidates I believe in are elected. After earning a bachelor’s in political science in 2021, I became a Legislative Aide in the Colorado State Capitol acting as a liaison for an Arapahoe county district. While there I joined the Political Workers Guild of Colorado advocating and securing better working conditions for Capitol staffers. I have since worked various public office campaigns around the state championing immigration rights, advocating on behalf of candidates that will instill equity in the country’s immigration system. My efforts helped ensure a Democratic victory in Colorado’s newest congressional district. I am also Chair of the Arapahoe Young Democrats to return political engagement and discourse among younger voters who have proven to be a critical faction of local politics as well as the party.
Alex Gutierrez
Pledged CD1
Alex Gutierrez, born in Los Angeles to Mexican immigrants, is involved in politics due to events like September 11 and LGBT+ rights. Over the past decade, he has worked to elect effective leaders and increase community engagement. Gutierrez, a long-time Democrat, was inspired by the AUMF on Iraq in 2002, the Party's approach to immigration, their steadfastness on the "separation of church and state", common sense tax reform for the wealthiest among us to pay their fair share, and LGBT equality. Gutierrez was recognized as one of the 2024 LGBTQ Chamber of Commerce: 40 Under 40 Business Leaders. In addition to his political work, Gutierrez is a father, uncle, and advocate for sober living and plant-based eating. He enjoys reading non-fiction, is a former server/bartender, and enjoys watching musicals, historical documentaries, comedy and horror movies.
Christian Caldwell
Pledged CD6
I am Christian Caldwell, your 2024 Democratic National Convention delegate for Congressional District 6. As the first in my family to graduate with a bachelors and masters degree and being a black Coloradan, I understand the issues facing our community and am eager to bring this perspective to the table. I have been a member of the Arapahoe Democrats for over a decade and served as a legislative aide to the Colorado Black Democratic Caucus in 2014. My career in youth advocacy and education has spanned nearly 15 years, working with organizations like My Brother's Keeper and advocating for families throughout the state. As a DNC delegate and current role in IT, I am committed to fighting cyber-attacks, the misscarriage of justice, and challenging divisive rhetorics. As an uncle of six nephews, one niece, and two goddaughters, I want to ensure these kids have every opportunity afforded to them as possible, with whom I enjoy spending much of my time.