Bennet outlines comprehensive affordability agenda and proven plan to stand up to Trump’s chaos with results-focused leadership on day one
DENVER, CO – Today, at the Colorado Young Democrats candidate forum, Michael Bennet delivered a clear, urgent case for why Colorado needs strong, tested leadership to meet this moment — outlining bold plans to tackle affordability, protect opportunity for young people, and stand up to Donald Trump’s attacks on Colorado.
“Colorado is at a crossroads,” said Michael. “Young people are doing everything right — working hard, getting educated, building careers — and still getting priced out of the life they want here. We can’t sue our way to affordable housing, lower health care costs, or reliable child care. We need a Governor who will fight Trump’s chaos and deliver real solutions so the next generation can thrive in Colorado.”
Michael emphasized that this election is bigger than any one candidate — it’s about whether Colorado will meet the urgency of this moment with real change, or settle for more of what hasn’t worked. With a record of taking on tough fights and delivering results, Michael made the case that Colorado can’t afford to wait for someone to do more studies or hire more executives – we need leadership that can start making real change on day one.
Key takeaways from Michael’s appearance include:
- A comprehensive affordability plan — not “nibbling around the edges.” Michael laid out a strategy to bring down costs across housing, child care, health care, transportation, and energy so young Coloradans can build a middle-class life here.
- A bold housing agenda with clear targets. Michael underscored the urgency of building enough homes to meet demand — cutting red tape, reducing costs, and treating the housing crisis like the statewide emergency it is.
- A results-driven approach to education and opportunity. Michael focused on making schools a gateway to the middle class — improving outcomes, making Colorado the best state in the country for teacher pay, and connecting learning to good-paying jobs.
- Standing up to Trump — with strength and strategy. Michael made clear that protecting Colorado from Trump’s chaos will take more than press conferences and lawsuits — it will require a Governor with the experience to fight back and still deliver for communities statewide.
In the coming weeks, Michael will be traveling across the state listening to Coloradans and sharing his bold, practical plans to lower costs and expand opportunity — because Colorado’s future depends on whether the next generation can afford to stay and thrive.
