May 26th, Montrose, CO. Today, 29 current and former elected officials from across Western and Southern Colorado announced their support for James Iacino in the June Democratic Primary. Displaying support from throughout the district, officials in communities as diverse as Mancos, Walsenburg, Durango, Montrose, Aspen, and Pueblo are represented.
Expressing her support, La Plata County Commissioner Gwen Lachelt made the following statement:
"James Iacino is a true leader and has the experience we need to represent us in Congress. His record creating jobs here in Colorado and fighting to protect our natural resources make him the best candidate to beat Scott Tipton. I am proud to endorse James Iacino in the Democratic primary this June and work with him to bring real representation back to CO-3."
Joining with Commissioner Lachelt, Pueblo County Commissioner Chris Wiseman added his endorsement:
“I am proud to endorse James Iacino in the CD3 Democratic primary. He has spent the time listening to and learning the issues facing people and businesses in Pueblo County. James’ track record of standing for workers and championing sustainability shows that he is the leader we need in Washington D.C.”
County Commissioners, Mayors, Councilmembers, and Attorneys from throughout the 3rd Congressional District have added their voice to former Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar, Attorney General Phil Weiser, former Congressman John Salazar, and former State Senator Gail Schwartz, supporting James Iacino in the June 30th primary. The complete list can be found below:
- Alamosa County Commissioner Helen Sigmond, Alamosa
- Aspen City Councilwoman Ann Mullins, Aspen
- Aspen City Councilman Skippy Mesirow, Aspen
- Mayor of Basalt Bill Kane, Basalt
- Mayor of Carbondale Dan Richardson, Carbondale
- Costilla County Commissioner Lawrence Pacheco, Fort Garland
- Crested Butte Mayor Pro-Tem, Will Dujardin, Crested Butte
- Mayor of Durango Dean Brookie, Durango
- Huerfano County Commissioner Gerald Cisneros, Walsenburg
- La Plata County Commissioner Clyde Church, Durango
- La Plata County Commissioner Gwen Lachelt, Durango
- Pitkin County Commissioner Greg Poschman, Aspen
- Pitkin County Commissioner Steve Child, Old Snowmass
- Pueblo City Council President Dennis Flores, Pueblo
- Pueblo City Council Vice President Ed Brown, Pueblo
- Pueblo County Clerk Gilbert “Bo” Ortiz, Pueblo
- Pueblo County Commissioner Chris Wiseman, Pueblo
- Pueblo County Commissioner Garrison Ortiz, Pueblo
- Mancos Town Board Member Janice Bryan, Mancos
- Mayor of Montrose Barbara Bynum, Montrose
- San Miguel County Sheriff Bill Masters, Telluride
- District Attorney Robert Willett, 12th Judicial District, Alamosa
- Former Lieutenant Governor, Mike Callihan, Gunnison
- Former State Representative, Kathleen Sullivan-Kelley, HD57, Meeker
- Former Archuleta County Commissioner John Egan, Pagosa Springs
- Former Mayor of Aspen, Mick Ireland, Aspen
- Former Mayor of Durango, Sweetie Marbury, Durango
- Former Mayor of Montrose, Dave Bowman, Montrose
- Former Basalt Town Councilman Auden Schendler, Basalt
Responding to the overwhelming support from throughout the district, James Iacino made the following statement:
“I am humbled to be supported by so many leaders from across Western and Southern Colorado. Our local governments are the foundation of our democracy, and these are the officials making sure that our communities have the resources they need to grow and thrive. I look forward to working with them now to beat Scott Tipton, and into the future to fight for Colorado in the halls of Congress.”
James and his wife Meghan have two sons. Former CEO of the Seattle Fish Company, he has a proven record of creating jobs and growing a business while showing a commitment to his employees and sustainability. Having helped build operations in rural Colorado, James knows the impact that quality education and skills training can bring to a community. Covering over 52,000 square miles, Colorado’s 3rd District is one of the largest in the country and home to diverse communities from Grand Junction to Pueblo, Cortez to Steamboat Springs.
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In addition to La Plata County Commissioner Lachelt and Pueblo County Commissioner Wiseman, the following officials have made statements of support for James Iacino:
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, State Senator & State Representative:
“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 Board Member:
“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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