Endorsements

“I am proud to endorse James Iacino to represent the 3rd Congressional District in the United States House of Representatives. My family is rooted in the life and history of the San Luis Valley and the farming and ranching heritage of our place. In the same way, James and his family have been in Colorado for over a hundred years including a major presence in Montrose. James will be a champion for us in addressing the economic, health care, and educational challenges in our rural congressional district. And he will be a champion for our beautiful public lands. It is time we take back the 3rd, and James Iacino is the person that will do it. I am proud to be on his team.”

"I've worked my entire life to make my home, the San Luis Valley, and the rest of Colorado a better place, and was privileged to represent the 3rd District for six years in Washington D.C. I am happy to stand with James Iacino in his run for Congress. A strong Democrat, he has the experience needed to beat Scott Tipton and bring a real voice back to the people of Western and Southern Colorado,” said former Congressman John Salazar. “Partisan special interests have left us behind and James' record building strong working relationships and bringing people to the table is what we need to make sure our communities are thriving into the future."

"I'm proud to endorse James Iacino, Democrat for Congress in Colorado’s 3rd district. A proven leader on sustainability, James also has the track record and solid business experience to help build an economy that works for everyone,” said Fmr. State Senator Gail Schwartz. “Having worked his way from the loading docks to running one of Colorado’s most successful businesses, we can trust James to look out for the hardworking families of Western and Southern Colorado. It is time for a strong voice in Washington who will stand up for the values of rural Colorado. I know James Iacino, and he has what it takes to beat Scott Tipton in 2020.”

"I am happy to endorse James Iacino in the 3rd Congressional District Primary. Like myself, James comes from a family of immigrants who came to the United States to find a new home and build a better life. He has lived up to his grandparent's legacy and helped to build a better life for many hardworking Coloradans. Most importantly, James has shown up to our communities and understands how to listen. Whether we were crossing paths on the trail in Leadville or Glenwood Springs, it was clear that James has the best interest of every Coloradan at heart."

Gilbert “Bo” Ortiz, Pueblo County Clerk & Small Business Owner:

"I am glad to stand with James Iacino in the 3rd district Democratic Primary. Pueblo has a strong history in labor and standing for working Coloradans. James' proven ability to build and expand a family business while championing good pay and benefits shows that he is the candidate to stand for hardworking Coloradans here in Pueblo and throughout CD3."

Helen Sigmond, Alamosa County Commissioner

“I am happy to support James Iacino for Colorado’s 3rd District. We need a champion to take on Scott Tipton. James Iacino understands the importance of protecting our environment and he will work for all of us in the 3rd, not just the few.”

Greg Poschman, Pitkin County Commissioner & Lifetime Colorado Resident, like James Iacino:

"I have had several conversations with James Iacino since the beginning of his candidacy, and here’s my conclusion:

James Iacino has a long Colorado history with solid executive experience from scaling up his family business, Seattle Fish Company, into a statewide distribution network for Colorado products, not just fish! He has strong ties to the farmers and ranchers he works with, and like a 3d generation Coloradan he is progress-oriented and practical with his honest consideration of input from everyday people.

James Iacino is well-aware of the importance of environmental and landscape protections to all our citizens, and to our substantial tourism and agriculture industries. James Iacino can stand up to the Feds, like we would expect from a real Colorado Congressman. I think he would be a big improvement on the incumbent, and I think he can win!”

Mike Callihan, former Lieutenant Governor:

“I’ve served communities throughout Colorado for years in the state legislature and as our Lieutenant Governor and understand the diverse issues facing us. I have come to know James and sincerely believe he has the right combination of compassion, toughness, and experience to represent us here in the 3rd District and not be a lap dog for the special interests in Washington. James knows the value of supporting and distributing local Colorado products, including many from our farms, ranches, and businesses, and he knows the impact that increasing their footprint can have in our communities.

James Iacino has what it takes to beat Scott Tipton and lead Colorado out of the crisis. I am proud to stand with James Iacino in the CD3 primary, and to work with him to build an economy that works for every Coloradan.”

Kathleen Sullivan-Kelley, former State Representative, HD57

“I support James Iacino because it is high time we elected a person with the courage to stand for the good of the whole, instead of the profit for a few. Solutions for our current crisis in our food supply chain depend on leaders like James.”

Auden Schendler, former Basalt Town Councilman:

“James Iacino will give our district a national voice on issues like climate change, new jobs in our rural economy, and affordable health care. He believes in government that serves the people and improves our lives. And he can win.”

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