“I am so deeply honored that the people of Colorado have chosen to share in my belief that Colorado’s best days are still ahead.”
Those word were met with applause as Governor Jared Polis gave his victory speech Tuesday night. Polis, a tech entrepreneur, handily won his second term as governor, beating out Republican challenger Heidi Ganahl, a University of Colorado regent and the only Republican currently holding statewide office, after garnering at least 60% of the vote.
“We’ve proven once again what a special place Colorado is–a place where we truly value decency and hard work; where we fight for our freedoms, and we strive to ensure that every single person has the opporitunity to succeed and get ahead–truly a Colorado for all where there’s room and a place for everybody to be themselves,” he said to more applause.
Polis said he won because they focused on issues that affect people’s lives.
“We delivered real results. We focused on lowering costs and more freedom. We led with rational, data-driven COVID policies that supported personal freedom and responsibility,” Polis said. “Whether you voted for me or not, I will work as hard as I possibly can on behalf of you and your family.”