I had the opportunity to talk with Colorado State Senator Rachel Zenzinger.
A little on the background of Senate District 19.
After some very partisan recall elections in Colorado, She stepped in for the former Senator who graciously resigned.
But as you hear in this interview, Rachel Zenzinger is no mere office placeholder, she has the experience, enthusiasm and most importantly a history of Bi-partisan achievement - something this state needs more of at the Capitol.
Here is a clip on that Bi-partisanship experience.
Question: What do you bring from your experience on the City Council (of Arvada) and as the Mayor Pro-Tem?
I think I brought with me to the State Legislature a really collaborative spirit. One of the reputations that the State Legislature has is that nobody works together. Working in a non-partisan election and politics, I really have an ability to work across the aisle, because there was no such thing as an aisle. Working with my colleagues both Democrats, Republicans, and Independents and I really felt like I brought that experience and background with me to the State Capitol.
I am very proud to say that I have a 100% bi-partisan record down at the Capitol and I hope to continue to be collaborative and work across the aisle.