Kelley Dennison

Kelley Dennison earned a high school diploma from Estes Park High School. She graduated from the Academy of Natural Therapy in 2023. Her career experience includes working as a massage therapist.[1]

Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

Kelley Dennison is a Colorado Native with roots in our mountain communities and the Front Range. A business owner, activist, and compassionate leader. She heard the call from her home, that Colorado deserves to come together to fight rampant economic affordability, energy instability, and a path forward for every Coloradan. She vows to build a future for everyone. The Colorado way of life is a rare and beautiful history and culture, we deserve to be heard in a pure voice on Capitol Hill. Kelley intends to be that bridge builder, and sponsor of Colorado's future success and capabilities. Defending our beautiful mountains, rivers and forests. Defending our people's vested interest in our home. Colorado.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

ECONOMIC AFFORDABILITY:

Families in Colorado are being squeezed from all sides; rising housing costs, gas, inflation, property taxes, and economic policies that make it harder for young people, working families, and those approaching retirement to build and maintain stable lives.

LEGISLATIVE GOALS:

•Strengthen small businesses and remove barriers to growth

•Make it easier for families to afford homes and raise children

•Support responsible economic growth that benefits working Coloradans

•Protect the ability of individuals to build futures and retire here in ColoradoENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP

Colorado is home to some of the most important headwaters in the American West. The health of our forests, rivers, and watersheds affects millions of people across the region.

LEGISLATIVE GOALS:

•Protect headwater ecosystems and Colorado's watersheds

•Support responsible land use, agriculture, and outdoor recreation

•Pursue balanced policies that preserve landscapes without crushing livelihoods

•Promote stewardship rooted in local knowledge, not top-down mandatesPRO-FAMILY POLICIES

Healthy families are the foundation of strong communities. I support policies that help families thrive; and I believe CO-02 must do better by our veterans and senior citizens. We can, and we must.

LEGISLATIVE GOALS:

•Protect parental rights in education and healthcare decisions

•Expand economic opportunity for young and growing families

•Strengthen community institutions that raise capable, responsible adults

•Stand alongside veterans and seniors with the dignity and support they deserve

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

EDUCATION REFORM

Every child deserves a safe, high-quality education that prepares them for real-world success. Parents should be informed and empowered partners in their children's education; not sidelined by the system.

LEGISLATIVE GOALS:

•Prioritize academic excellence, literacy, and workforce readiness

•Strengthen parental rights and transparency in schools

•Improve school safety and support for teachers

•Remove political agendas from classrooms and focus on core education