Letter to the Editor: Columnist Endorses Boulder Candidates

This letter was sent to Yellow Scene Magazine. As with all Letters to the Editor, the views expressed are solely those of the author and do not necessarily reflect those of the publication. We value providing space for community voices.

As someone who writes a column about community and belonging, I know how important it is for elected offices to represent the whole community.

I ran for the Colorado State Senate 2 years ago because I didn’t feel represented in local leadership, and I met many people in Boulder County who felt the same.

This is one of many reasons I’m supporting Jenn Kaaoush for Boulder County Treasurer and Kubs Lalchandani for CU Regent.

Most of our local elected bodies are made up of people from similar demographic groups and backgrounds. Jenn and Kubs bring the professional acumen needed for these roles and perspectives that remain underrepresented here.

Jenn grew up in a low-income, single-parent household, earned a GED, served in the military, earned a business degree, and built a career in public and private leadership. She has served in local office and helped pass a federal bill protecting wildfire survivors.

Kubs is a man of color and the son of immigrants. Raised in Boulder, he understands challenges many families here face. He cares about equity, the impact of AI on future careers, and ensuring all students feel welcome in higher education, regardless of background.

Their journeys are different, but both understand what it means to overcome obstacles, persevere, and navigate systems that don’t work equally well for everyone.

I also know them both personally and have seen their integrity, humility, grace, and commitment to ensuring all voices are heard.

Our community is strongest when we have highly qualified leadership that reflects a wider range of expertise, experiences, and perspectives.

Jenn and Kubs will bring that and more.

Jovita Schiffer, Superior