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Three candidates are running in the 4th Congressional District Democratic primary on June 25.

The winner will advance to the Nov. 5 general election in the eastern Colorado district for a chance to succeed U.S. Rep. Ken Buck, R-Windsor, who resigned from his seat in March. (A special election to finish the remainder of Buck’s term will also be held June 25.)

We asked the Democrats — Trisha Calvarese, John Padora Jr. and Ike McCorkle — about their stances on some of the major issues in the race. Our questions were based in large part on responses to the Voter Voices 2024 survey.

Responses were lightly edited for length and clarity. Candidates are listed in the order they appear on the ballot.

See the Republicans’ answers >>

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Brian Eason writes about the Colorado state budget, tax policy, PERA and housing. He's passionate about explaining how our government works, and why it often fails to serve the public interest. Born in Dallas, Brian has covered state...