PLATFORM
“I am running for Governor of Colorado because, like many of you, I am frustrated with the direction of our state. I began this journey to understand why real problems aren’t being solved. I’ve spent my time listening, learning, and digging into the issues that matter most to Coloradans. I want you to know I will fight for YOU and work tirelessly to return power to the people and move Colorado forward with a New Vision.” — Joshua
LIST OF ISSUES
Voting Rights age 16
Colorado’s democracy is strongest when every citizen has a voice. Voting is more than a civic duty — it is the foundation of our freedom. That’s why our campaign has taken the first official step toward a 2026 Colorado ballot measure, submitted to the Legislative Council Staff for review and comment.
This proposal strengthens the rights of Coloradans in three key ways. It lowers the voting age to sixteen, empowering engaged young citizens to help shape their future. It protects the right to vote for those who are incarcerated, ensuring that fundamental freedoms remain intact. And it guarantees fair, consistent ballot access for all U.S. citizens living in Colorado.
Citizen‑led initiatives are a cornerstone of our political process. They allow the people — not career politicians — to bring important issues directly to a public vote. As Governor, I will defend this process from political interference and unnecessary barriers.
Our government must be responsive, transparent, and accountable. Ballot measures must be presented in clear language, with honest information for voters. This 2026 initiative is only the beginning of my vision: a Colorado where laws, priorities, and our future remain in the hands of Coloradans — free, informed, and empowered.
Protecting Children
Justice in Colorado must focus on the most urgent dangers to our communities — and nothing is more urgent than protecting children from exploitation. Online platforms, social media, and hidden networks have fueled a crisis that is destroying young lives. This is not a secondary issue; it must be the highest moral and legal priority for our state.
As governor, I will launch a Child Safety & Digital Protection Task Force to coordinate law enforcement, prosecutors, and victim advocates. This means expanding digital forensics units, dismantling trafficking rings, and requiring technology companies to block and report exploitation networks. Law enforcement resources will be prioritized for crimes that endanger children, not wasted on low-level offenses that do little to protect the public.
I support ending qualified immunity to ensure accountability when officials fail to act or cause harm. At the same time, specialized units will receive funding, training, and modern tools to investigate predators, while victims receive the protection, housing, and care they deserve.
Our justice system should not spend energy on victimless crimes when children’s lives are at stake. Colorado will lead the nation by putting child safety first — rising above bureaucracy, politics, and outdated priorities to defend its most vulnerable.
No More State & property Taxes
Colorado families are paying enough. State and property taxes — combined with federal taxes, fees, and hidden costs — are eating into the budgets of working families and small businesses. It’s time to stop treating Colorado taxpayers as an endless source of revenue and start managing our state with fiscal discipline.
As governor, I will lead the effort to eliminate the state income tax and phase out property taxes, while ensuring education, public safety, and local services remain fully funded. By creating voluntary, self-sustaining public enterprises, cutting waste, and prioritizing essential services, we can maintain a strong, well-run state without forcing families and homeowners to shoulder the burden. Colorado’s economy thrives when people keep more of what they earn, reinvesting it in their families, businesses, and communities.
This is not about cutting services — it’s about replacing outdated taxes with smarter, fairer revenue streams. We will evaluate spending from the ground up, eliminate programs that don’t deliver value, and focus resources where they are most effective.
By ending state income and property taxes, and resisting unnecessary tax hikes, we will make Colorado a magnet for investment, entrepreneurship, and opportunity. A low-tax, high-growth state benefits everyone — from young families to retirees — ensuring Colorado remains competitive, free, and prosperous for generations to come.
Education for a New Era
Colorado’s future depends on preparing students for high-demand careers in science, technology, healthcare, and skilled trades—while also safeguarding their mental health. With more than 60% of skilled workers nearing retirement, clinging to an outdated system is no longer an option. One-size-fits-all models fail to prepare students for real-world opportunities.
Declining birth rates threaten school funding, even as Latinx enrollment rises. Persistent achievement gaps confirm that systemic change is overdue. Standardized tests are not a full measure of achievement. Colorado must adopt state-driven programs that are faster, sharper, and workforce-aligned, using AI-powered learning to personalize progress.
Teen mental health is now a crisis. Rising depression and suicide often stem from pressures tied to social media and online exploitation. Schools must respond with community-based supports that engage families, retrain staff as Guides, and provide safe digital environments—not distant federal mandates.
By keeping innovation in education at the state level, Colorado can adapt quickly to local economic needs. We will expand career pathways, integrate AI into classrooms with existing infrastructure, guarantee free meals, and ensure students can graduate early while continuing tuition-free into college, trades, or apprenticeships.