FREEDOM IS ON THE BALLOT
Freedom is a Colorado value. We need to ensure our rights and freedoms are protected at the state level, and right now, they are not.
It is clear that we cannot count on a politicized Supreme Court to protect our freedom – our freedom to marry, our freedom to make our own healthcare decisions. But together, we can protect these basic rights for Coloradans by voting in the November 2024 election.
COLORADO'S BAN ON SAME-SEX MARRIAGE
More than 15 years ago, Colorado’s state constitution was changed to say: “Only a union of one man and one woman shall be valid or recognized as a marriage in this state.” Since then, it was superseded by the Supreme Court decision in Obergefell v. Hodges, which made marriage equality the law of the land across the country.
It’s time to remove this outdated ban on same-sex marriage from our state constitution, and we can when we vote in the upcoming election.
The Supreme Court ruling that protects same-sex marriage at the federal level isn’t guaranteed forever. Recently, the Supreme Court has reversed many long-standing protections—from abortion access to voting rights.
We can’t rely on politicized courts alone. We need to ensure our rights are protected at the state level to protect the freedom to marry for everyone in Colorado.
WHY STATE POLICY MATTERS
WHAT YOU CAN DO
Vote YES on Amendment J and Amendment #79 on your ballot!
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Marriage isn’t the only freedom on the ballot this year. Amendment #79 would make abortion a guaranteed right in the Colorado Constitution, thus removing our state’s discriminatory ban on abortion being a covered service under state healthcare insurance plans.
Talk to your family and friends about the amendments to make sure they know that candidates aren’t all that is on the ballot in Colorado. Together, by casting our votes, we can make history – again. Help protect the rights of all Coloradans for generations to come.
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Volunteer or donate to support efforts to reach more voters and amplify our message.
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Freedom to Marry Colorado has events across the state and virtual phone and text banking every week to build support for Amendment J. Get details here.
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Coloradans for Protecting Reproductive Freedom has opportunities to support the passage of Amendment #79. Get details here.
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Important dates to remember:
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October 11: First day mail-in ballots may be sent to registered voters in Colorado
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October 18: Last day for mail-in ballots to be sent to registered voters
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October 30: In-person voting centers open
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November 5: Election Day
In Colorado, anyone can vote by mail or vote early in-person or by dropping your ballot at one of the dropboxes near you. Election Day isn’t the only day to vote, it’s the last day to vote. And remember, you can register to vote in Colorado up to Election Day, so it’s not too late!
For more information about voting in Colorado, to check your voter registration, or register to vote, visit the Secretary of State’s website.
ELECTION INFORMATION
EDUCATIONAL INFORMATION FOR VOTERS
Use the sections below to learn about some of the amendments on the 2024 Colorado ballot and candidates who responded to RMEQ's candidate questionnaire.​
AMENDMENTS TO THE COLORADO CONSTITUTION
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EQUALITY CENTER OF THE ROCKY MOUNTAINS3340 Mitchell Ln Boulder, CO 80301 303.499.5777 Open Monday-Friday, 9am - 5:30pm MT Accessibility: We have a paved parking lot immediately adjacent to the building with one designated accessibility parking spot. All levels of our building are accessible. The main level includes two non-gendered, single-stall wheelchair accessible restrooms, the main event and kitchen space, as well as meeting rooms. The lower level, which is used for our youth programming, and upper level, which is used for staff office space, are accessible via stairs and an elevator. How to get to the Equality Center of the Rocky Mountains: Taking the bus? Hop on the 208 or BOLT for easy access to our community center. You can also use the RTD Trip Planner to find the best route for you. Riding your bike? We offer covered, lockable bike racks for our community. Walking? Our facility is conveniently located next to a serene walking trail. Driving? There are plenty of free off-street parking, as well as charging stations for electric vehicles.
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DOWNTOWN BOULDER PRIDEHOUSE1443 Spruce St Boulder, CO 80302 303.955.1150 Open for behavioral health and recovery support services on: Tuesdays, 2 - 4pm MT Fridays, 1 - 3pm MT For behavioral health questions, contact Tamora (she) at tamora@rmequality.org. Accessibility: We have a small paved parking lot located behind the building. The building is accessible from the parking lot via a paved sidewalk or a flagstone walkway. The paved sidewalk leads to the front of the building which has 3 steps. The flagstone path is rather uneven and leads to a ramp into the back door. This is a historic building and has narrow hallways with tight corners. The non-gendered, single-stall restroom can accommodate a wheelchair. The main floor has a central meeting space, a private office space, and a kitchenette. There are steep, narrow steps to the second floor which is used for staff office space.
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NORTHERN COLORADO OFFICE525 W. Oak St., Suites 3 & 5 Fort Collins, CO 80521 Office hours vary. Email ashneufeldt@rmequality.org to schedule an office visit. Accessibility: There is a small paved parking lot on the east side of the building that is shared with the other organizations in the building. The north and south facing glass doors to the building remain unlocked from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. Both of these entrances have ascending stairs and the south facing entrance includes a ramp with 180 degree turns. Rocky Mountain Equality’s offices are located in the basement of the building on the east side, and are behind a door that always remains locked. There are stairs between the two glass entrances and a ramp located on the west side of the building to reach our office in the basement. Our suite numbers are listed on the door frame at the very top.
RMEQ has taken a position on three amendments on the 2024 ballot in Colorado.
CANDIDATE INFORMATION
The information presented below are summaries based on the candidates' responses to RMEQ's candidate survey. RMEQ does not endorse candidates.
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Those represented below are the only candidates who provided information to RMEQ. Additional candidates were invited but did not respond.
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EQUALITY CENTER OF THE ROCKY MOUNTAINS3340 Mitchell Ln Boulder, CO 80301 303.499.5777 Open Monday-Friday, 9am - 5:30pm MT Accessibility: We have a paved parking lot immediately adjacent to the building with one designated accessibility parking spot. All levels of our building are accessible. The main level includes two non-gendered, single-stall wheelchair accessible restrooms, the main event and kitchen space, as well as meeting rooms. The lower level, which is used for our youth programming, and upper level, which is used for staff office space, are accessible via stairs and an elevator. How to get to the Equality Center of the Rocky Mountains: Taking the bus? Hop on the 208 or BOLT for easy access to our community center. You can also use the RTD Trip Planner to find the best route for you. Riding your bike? We offer covered, lockable bike racks for our community. Walking? Our facility is conveniently located next to a serene walking trail. Driving? There are plenty of free off-street parking, as well as charging stations for electric vehicles.
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DOWNTOWN BOULDER PRIDEHOUSE1443 Spruce St Boulder, CO 80302 303.955.1150 Open for behavioral health and recovery support services on: Tuesdays, 2 - 4pm MT Fridays, 1 - 3pm MT For behavioral health questions, contact Tamora (she) at tamora@rmequality.org. Accessibility: We have a small paved parking lot located behind the building. The building is accessible from the parking lot via a paved sidewalk or a flagstone walkway. The paved sidewalk leads to the front of the building which has 3 steps. The flagstone path is rather uneven and leads to a ramp into the back door. This is a historic building and has narrow hallways with tight corners. The non-gendered, single-stall restroom can accommodate a wheelchair. The main floor has a central meeting space, a private office space, and a kitchenette. There are steep, narrow steps to the second floor which is used for staff office space.
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NORTHERN COLORADO OFFICE525 W. Oak St., Suites 3 & 5 Fort Collins, CO 80521 Office hours vary. Email ashneufeldt@rmequality.org to schedule an office visit. Accessibility: There is a small paved parking lot on the east side of the building that is shared with the other organizations in the building. The north and south facing glass doors to the building remain unlocked from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. Both of these entrances have ascending stairs and the south facing entrance includes a ramp with 180 degree turns. Rocky Mountain Equality’s offices are located in the basement of the building on the east side, and are behind a door that always remains locked. There are stairs between the two glass entrances and a ramp located on the west side of the building to reach our office in the basement. Our suite numbers are listed on the door frame at the very top.