Music promoter eyes 7th Dist. House race Nov 20, 2009
The seat was previously held by Republican Bob Beauprez, who stepped down for an unsuccessful gubernatorial run against Bill Ritter. In 2008, Perlmutter won a second term, defeating Republican John Lerew. (Denver Business Journal, CO)
Business ties pay off for McInnis Oct 29, 2009
Business leaders have been a huge player in recent elections, using their strength to help pass the 2005 Referendum C revenue-retention measure that is credited with putting off the need for even deeper budget cuts and to support Ritter over Republican Bob Beauprez in 2006. Many election watchers view the business community as a key to the 2010 race as well. (Denver Business Journal, CO)
NRSC Still Has Key Recruiting Holes to Fill Aug 13, 2009
Bob Beauprez, radio host Dan Caplis and state Senate Minority Leader Josh Penry are other GOP possibilities. Despite the many names currently being mentioned, none has yet to be championed by the national party and insiders admit that the field could continue to grow. (Roll Call)
Rating Ritter May 30, 2009
Ritter won the business community s backing in 2006 largely because Republican candidate Bob Beauprez opposed Referendum C, the 2005 revenue-retention measure heavily supported by state commerce leaders. Since then, he has signed bills such as this year s $265 million injection of transportation funds and a measure that offers tax credits for job creation that have earned him kudos from business leaders. (Denver Business Journal, CO)
Frazier wins U.S. Senate endorsement May 12, 2009
Bob Beauprez and talk-show host Dan Caplis is considering the run as well. The seat is held by Democrat Michael Bennet, who was appointed by Gov. Bill Ritter to the post in January. (Denver Business Journal, CO)
