Colorado State Senate District 34

Current seat holder: Julie Gonzales.

Chela Garcia Irlando

Chela Garcia Irlando On the certified Colorado Secretary of State general election ballot, Chela Garcia Irlando is running in District 34, where the current seat holder is Julie Gonzales.

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“Chela is running for State Senate to fight for an affordable Colorado, protect our climate and water, and ensure the government works for the people, not corporations. Chela is committed to building a future where all families can thrive.” (Campaign website (chelaforcolorado.com))
“Housing is a fundamental human right. Whether you’re a renter or have owned a house for decades, housing costs are impacting our entire community. I will fight to ensure families can stay in our neighborhoods and that communities are built for people, not shareholders.” (Campaign website (chelaforcolorado.com))

Jennifer Qualteri

Jennifer Qualteri Jennifer Qualteri was born in Denver, Colorado. She earned a bachelor's degree from the University of Colorado in 1984 and a graduate degree from the University of Denver in 2004.

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“Restoring the American Dream of Homeownership. I champion homeownership as a cornerstone of freedom, family, and prosperity. Excessive taxes, fees, and regulations have driven housing costs prohibitively high, a trend we reject. By unleashing innovative 3D printing technology, Americans can efficiently build or buy affordable homes.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey)
“I am passionate about expanding home ownership. Home ownership is the cornerstone of the American Dream, building generational wealth, personal responsibility, and stable communities.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey)

Jacob Luria

Jacob Luria is a Libertarian candidate for the Colorado State Senate in District 34 on the November 3, 2026 general election ballot. Jacob Luria was born in Albany, New York.

“I joined the Libertarian Party in 2018 after leaving the GOP. After watching both major parties compete to harm this country I could not stand by and got involved in the Libertarian Party. I am currently the campaigns director for the LP of Colorado.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey)