Weiser, Bennet face off in forum at Western Colorado Economic Summit
Colorado gubernatorial candidates Phil Weiser and Michael Bennet discussed their economic agendas at the Western Colorado Economic Summit, addressing topics such as education, oil and gas development, and water management. The candidates presented differing views on issues like legislation, teacher pay, and energy transition.
The Grand Junction Economic Partnership's Western Colorado Economic Summit hosted a forum for Democratic gubernatorial candidates Phil Weiser and Michael Bennet. Moderated by Colorado Mesa University President John Marshall, the discussion covered economic ideas, education, oil and gas development, and water management. Weiser emphasized leveraging the Front Range for statewide benefit and supporting cellphone policies in schools. Bennet advocated for reducing red tape, raising teacher pay, and a balanced energy transition. Weiser and Bennet differed on issues like legislation and energy policy. The candidates also discussed water rights and the Colorado River Compact negotiations.
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