Mesa County Democrats News

For years, we’ve watched the same story unfold in Mesa County: The Republican Party rules unchallenged, and not necessarily because their ideas are better, but because they are the only ones showing up to run. When we leave seats empty, we aren’t just losing an election, we are surrendering our seat at the table.

On Saturday, March 7, 2026, registered Democrats across Mesa County gathered for the Colorado Caucus and county assembly, joining thousands of voters statewide in one of Colorado’s most important grassroots political traditions.

Kristi Noem’s rise and removal at DHS is a warning about what happens when leadership becomes spectacle instead of public service. In Mesa County, we responded the way communities do, by showing up, holding space, and demanding accountable, humane governance.

For years, these subsidies have been a lifeline for rural and low-income families. Many students don’t have reliable internet at home, yet are expected to log into classroom portals, submit assignments, and keep up with digital learning. Schools and libraries stepped up, extending their connections so that students could access the internet from parking lots, community spaces, and even while riding the bus.

Why This Election Matters for Mesa County Schools The following is a historical outline of some of the most concerning actions and...

The Colorado Democratic Party has officially endorsed Propositions LL and MM, two important measures on the November 4 ballot that will directly fund the “Healthy School Meals for All” program supporting K–12 students statewide.

To close out Pride Month, queer and trans Coloradans faced two devastating attacks on their dignity and rights. Here in Colorado, the...

Mesa County Democrats Housing affordability and availability remain pressing issues in the Grand Valley. As the City of Grand Junction works to develop a long-term housing strategy, two new reports provide key insights into current challenges and opportunities.

Colorado communities, particularly on the Western Slope, face higher-than-average rates of suicide. To address this urgent crisis, HB21-1119 seeks to expand the Office of Suicide Prevention to include intervention and postvention efforts

Grand Junction, CO — Mesa County Democratic Party members Scott Beilfuss and David Austin met this week with Bryan Johnson, the new CEO...