Kathy Reeves (Republican Party) ran for election to the Colorado House of Representatives to represent District 11. She lost in the general election on November 5, 2024. Reeves completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024.
Background and Career
Kathy Reeves was born in Boulder, Colorado. Reeves' career experience includes working in information technology.
In 2024, Kathy Reeves completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Reeves' responses.
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Here are some of her responses:
- "I am a Colorado native and I love this state! As a mother and grandmother I am very invested in the well-being of our great republic and our great state."
- "Legal immigration has made Colorado and our nation great. Our country has been truly blessed by those who moved here legally, knew or learned our language, and applied for Citizenship in order to be a cohesive part of our society."
- "What we are experiencing at our Southern border, our coasts, and now our airports, is completely different. Human trafficking, fentanyl death, assault, theft and other crime has risen dramatically due to our open borders."
- "I invite you to stand with me for life, truth and justice. Let's put the rights of citizens ahead of the rights of criminals. Let's reduce taxes, stop wasteful spending, and grow our economy by allowing small business to thrive. Let's protect freedom of speech in every format, freedom of religion, and the freedom to peacefully assemble. Let's protect the right of the people to keep and bear arms. Please join me in the effort to keep Colorado free."
Key Issues and Stances
Reeves addressed several key issues during her campaign:
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- Cost of Living: "The Cost of Living has been increasing at an alarming rate since 2021. Responsibility in government could curb this increase and turn it around. Not only should taxes be decreased, but government should also be decreased in size and scope. Stopping the waste and spending carefully will go a long way towards improving the quality of life for all Coloradans."
- Government Spending: "The Colorado House of Representatives recently approved a $40.6 billion budget. Some of the Republicans are working very hard to stop this trend, but with a Democrat trifecta in Colorado, it is up to you, the voters, to make positive changes by giving conservatives a voice."
- Crime: "Being soft on crime has not improved the quality of life for anyone. At the very least, those arrested after committing crimes on our streets must be kept in jail or deported. Far too many crimes have already been committed by those arrested and released again and again. The police need our support."
- Abortion: "Pre-born citizens deserve the same respect as those already born. All life is precious and abortion kills that life. I am Pro-Life and really believe that most Coloradans are as well. Much of Colorado is underserved by the minority viewpoint that is currently representing us in Denver."
- Government Overreach: "One of the state’s greatest challenges will be to reign in government overreach. The people benefit from a free market society. Economies are strong when the principle of “supply and demand” is free to operate. Over-regulation and government intervention stifle the economy. The government has also stepped into other areas socially and educationally, that were never meant to be part of its purview. This trend must be turned around for the residents of our state to be able to thrive."
Economic Data
According to the CPI, U.S BLS prices in Denver rose as follows:
| Year | Percentage Increase |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 3.54% |
| 2022 | 8.01% |
| 2023 | 5.22% |
Government Authority
Reeves also shared her views on government authority, referencing the Colorado Constitution:
“All political power is vested in and derived from the people; all government, of right, originates from the people, is founded upon their will only, and is instituted solely for the good of the whole.” - Colorado Constitution
Dianne Reeves: Colorado's Jazz Icon
Colorado is home to many talented jazz musicians, each of whom have contributed their unique style and sound to the state’s musical legacy. Dianne Reeves hails from a family with deep musical roots, including well-known musicians George Duke and Charles Burrell.
Early Life and Career
Born on October 23, 1956, Reeves spent her first two years in Detroit before relocating to Denver with her mother after her father’s passing. While a student at Denver’s George Washington High School, Reeves sang in a big band that was invited to perform at the National Association of Jazz Educators. There she was discovered by jazz trumpeter Clark Terry, who would go on to become her musical mentor.
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Musical Style and Achievements
The heart of Reeves’ career has always connected back to jazz, but she has also proved herself more than capable of performing other types of music. In 1982, Reeves began her work as a recording artist, quickly becoming known for her eclectic stylings. Her music introduced fans to a new realm that blended jazz with pop, world music, and African-inspired folk music.
After spending several years playing and touring with Mendes, Belafonte, and others, Reeves signed with Blue Note Records in 1987. The eponymous Dianne Reeves claimed the number-one spot on contemporary jazz music charts for an impressive eleven weeks. Reeves won five Grammy Awards, including for her work in the George Clooney film Good Night and Good Luck. She was also honored with honorary doctorates from the Berklee College of Music and the Juilliard School in 2003 and 2015, respectively.
Legacy
Reeves moved back to Colorado in the 1990s, and while her career had taken her beyond her hometown, she has always maintained a passionate base of fans in the state. Today, Reeves’ story is told at the Colorado Music Hall of Fame, and she is an integral part of the museum’s carefully selected honorees.
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