Grant,

We are writing to urge fellow readers to vote for Cole Buerger in the State Senate District 5 race here in Western Colorado.
Cole is knowledgeable about policy, and will be a fresh, independent voice for our rural communities in Denver.
Right now, we face many challenges in our communities, from addressing the cost of living and protecting our water and forest health, to supporting our small businesses and our ag producers and funding infrastructure and schools. Cole Buerger has deep rural Colorado roots. He’s a fifth generation rural Coloradan who understands the challenges facing our rural communities.
Cole grew up on a ranch near Silt. His family has lived and ranched in this region for generations. He will be a strong voice for the people of the Western Slope.
Cole is running on a platform of supporting small businesses, by reducing licensing and regulatory burdens, making it easier for small businesses to pool healthcare costs and share risk, and expanding and improving state loan and grant programs.
Cole has the support of community leaders around our district, from past and present local elected officials in every county to small business owners, Republican, Democrat, and unaffiliated alike.
Cole will work with people from all parties and all walks of life to get things done for District 5.
We hope you will join us and vote for Cole Buerger for State Senate.
_{Lorie & Bill Stewart
Lake City}