Why I Am Running

The recession has created tough times in Colorado.   The people and businesses of our East Boulder County district are suffering.  Having successfully beat cancer twice, I know what it's like to be knocked down…and what it takes to get back up, take on challenges and come back stronger. That’s why I’m running to represent you in the State House.  I have the ideas, background, compassion and leadership experience to get Colorado moving forward again.   

I want to revive our economy, create jobs and lay the foundation for a stable and secure economic and environmental future.  I will:

• Create good-paying clean energy jobs by creating incentives for Colorado homes and businesses to invest in energy efficiency, solar and other renewable energy technologies;
• Press for health care reforms that ensure coverage that is accessible to all, affordable and high-quality;
• Fight for education, including for early childhood education, math and science training and access for all Colorado families to higher education and job training.

Surviving my second cancer six years ago made me think deeply about what is important -- health, family, friends and community. 

I love Colorado and want to see our people thrive once again.   I’ve served in the State House as a leader.   More recently I have worked in local government to help manage our open spaces, innovate, bring people together and make our community a place where people want to raise a family and start a business.  

My personal experience has taught me that there is no challenge that can’t be overcome through hope and hard work.   And that is what I will carry with me to the State Capitol every day as your Representative.  Working together, we can get our economy growing again and renew Colorado on behalf of our children and grandchildren.  Join me. 

Matt Jones is a leader with the experience, ideas, compassion and judgment we need to create good jobs, secure affordable health care and preserve our environmental values.  He will be a great representative of House District 12.

Boulder County Commissioner Cindy Domenico