Democrats Choose Cary Kennedy In Colorado Caucus

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Cary Kennedy won the Democratic caucus for governor with 50 percent of the vote.

According to preliminary totals reported Wednesday by the state Democratic Party from 96 percent of the precincts.U.S. Rep. Jared Polis of Boulder took 33 percent of the vote and former state Sen. Mike Johnston finished with 9 percent.

Noel Ginsburg, a first-time candidate and entrepreneur received 2 percent of the vote.  6 percent of voters did not commit to a candidate.

Lt. Gov. Donna Lynne did not participate in the caucus.

Kennedy, the former state treasurer, took the majority of votes in nine of the 11 largest counties, including Boulder County where Polis is from.

“I am so grateful for the incredible showing of support. I could feel the momentum building as I traveled the state,” Kennedy said in a statement.

Turnout for the caucus that topped 23,000, however the figure represents just 2 percent of the party’s members. Many who participated in the caucus said that the candidate that got their support may change and that who actually wins could quickly change in the crowded race.

Democratic caucus results

The preliminary results provided by the Colorado Democratic Party reflect 96 percent of more than 3,000 precincts reporting. Hover over county for details.