Garfield County Republican Platform 

‘’We affirm that we are endowed by our Creator with certain unalienable rights, and that a just government can only be derived through the consent of the governed. The emphasizes the enduring strengths of Western civilization; respect for life, upholding family values, and preserving economic opportunity for individuals, families, and communities alike.

   Our government’s legitimacy demands a renewed commitment to the rule of law. We support honoring both the United States Constitution and the Constitution of Colorado. Public trust depends on the consistent application of the law, equal treatment under it, and leadership that places constitutional principles above convenience or political expediency.

   We find fiscal responsibility to be equally essential. A sensible, balanced budget must preserve TABOR and renew a commitment to eliminating deficits and ending wasteful spending. Resources should be directed where they are most needed, including ensuring that revenues tied to local extraction activity benefit the counties most directly affected. Stewardship of public resources should reflect discipline, transparency, and a long-term commitment to financial stability

   The same sense of responsibility should guide our stewardship of the land, water, and institutions entrusted to us. We support balanced natural resource management, improved infrastructure including roads and communications, science-based wildlife policy, and vigorous defense of our water rights. We also believe that education must equip the next generation for freedom and responsibility by promoting critical thinking, demanding academic excellence, and ensuring that curricula and athletics remain age- and sex-appropriate.

   Together these principles reflect a vision of government rooted in liberty, accountability, and a commitment to common sense.”