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Brittany Pettersen's Issue Positions (Political Courage Test)

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Brittany Pettersen did not provide voters with positions on key issues covered by the 2022 Political Courage Test, despite repeated requests from Vote Smart and voters like you.

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Issue Positions

For Presidential and Congressional candidates who refuse to provide voters with their positions, Vote Smart has researched their public records to determine their likely responses. These issue positions are from 2022.

  • "I'm Brittany Pettersen. I'm the pro-choice mom and Democrat running for Congress in CO-07. It's one of the most competitive races in the country. And I'm up against Republicans who support abortion bans." (twitter.com)
  • Rated 100% by Planned Parenthood Votes Colorado. (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.
  • "Proud to bring much needed campaign finance reform to the floor today #HB1282 #COleg @CoHouseDem @KCBecker" (twitter.com)
  • Voted in favor of HB 19-1318 "Amends Campaign Finance Regulations." (votesmart.org)
  • Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.
  • Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.
  • "For years, transportation funding has been one of the most challenging issues in Colorado. We’re taking bold action to fund our infrastructure projects for decades to come. Let’s expand transit access, fix our roads & keep CO competitive! #COLeg #COPolitics" (twitter.com)
  • "Last year we set aside over $645 in additional funds for transportation in Colorado, an historic amount without raising taxes or cutting schools, courts, or healthcare. We increased funding for roads and bridges, but also ensured that we are building out innovative public transportation like Bus Rapid Transit, Light Rail, and ride sharing platform. That's a good start, but we're not close to meeting our needs yet. We need to continue to invest in our roads and bridges to ensure that the growing population in Colorado can get to work on time, that families don't have to sit in hours of traffic to visit our world-class ski resorts, and that small businesses can move their goods and services around the four corners of our state from" (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "For years, transportation funding has been one of the most challenging issues in Colorado. We’re taking bold action to fund our infrastructure projects for decades to come. Let’s expand transit access, fix our roads & keep CO competitive! #COLeg #COPolitics" (twitter.com)
  • Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.
  • "Congress just passed the truly transformational Inflation Reduction Act, lowering drug costs & energy bills while combating the #ClimateCrisis. It's all paid for by wealthy corporations paying their fair share - there are no tax increases for earners under $400K/year #copolitics" (twitter.com)
  • "Senate Dems just passed the #InflationReductionAct, a transformational bill that will lower drug costs and jumpstart our transition to clean energy, all while reducing the deficit and fighting inflation. It's long past time to pass this in the House - lets get it done #copolitics" (twitter.com)
  • Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.
  • Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.
  • "I am honored to have the endorsement of @LCVoters! Climate change is the greatest threat we face, & as a new mom, it's what keeps me up at night. We must enact bold legislation to mitigate the current impacts of climate change & protect against the worst consequences #copolitics" (twitter.com)
  • "I'm proud to have earned a perfect 100% lifetime score from @ConservationCO. I will always support legislation safeguarding our clean air, soil, and water, and fight for a just transition to clean energy. I look forward to continuing this fight in Congress." (twitter.com)
  • "The #ClimateCrisis can feel overwhelming at times - but we have the tools to fight it. That's why I passed standards for CO building emissions and energy performance. I will always fight this existential threat to our future and for a just transition to clean energy." (twitter.com)
  • "I am honored to have the endorsement of @LCVoters! Climate change is the greatest threat we face, & as a new mom, it's what keeps me up at night. We must enact bold legislation to mitigate the current impacts of climate change & protect against the worst consequences #copolitics" (twitter.com)
  • "The #ClimateCrisis can feel overwhelming at times - but we have the tools to fight it. That's why I passed standards for CO building emissions and energy performance. I will always fight this existential threat to our future and for a just transition to clean energy." (twitter.com)
  • "Expanding background checks. Closing the Charleston loophole. Creating an Office of Gun Violence Prevention. Allowing cities to implement local gun safety solutions. Colorado is poised to lead the nation on gun violence prevention. Your move, Congress. #COLeg #COPolitics" (twitter.com)
  • "If there was an active shooting in your area, wouldn't you want to know? House Dems passed a bill to send out active shooting alerts, but 168 Republicans (including every CO Republican) are so beholden to the gun lobby that they voted against this basic safety measure #copolitics" (twitter.com)
  • "My opponent opposes all efforts to regulate guns and 3D prints his own untraceable "ghost guns." The contrast couldn't be clearer." (twitter.com)
  • "Our healthcare system is broken. Far too many Coloradans go without the vital care they need - simply because they cannot afford it. We need to create a system that allows people to get the care they need at a price they can afford - it’s time for the Colorado Option!" (twitter.com)
  • "I am proud to receive an endorsement from @VoteMamaUS. I know how hard it is to be a working mother, which is why I support paid leave for all & helped pass legislation to support emergency supplies for infants and families. Help me get to DC" (twitter.com)
  • "Proud to stand with families across Colorado for paid leave." (twitter.com)
  • "I'm proud to have helped pass legislation creating and expanding a state program to import prescription drugs from Canada to lower the costs for Coloradans. I will continue to work to put more money back into the hands of working families" (twitter.com)
  • "Senate Dems just passed the #InflationReductionAct, a transformational bill that will lower drug costs and jumpstart our transition to clean energy, all while reducing the deficit and fighting inflation. It's long past time to pass this in the House - lets get it done #copolitics" (twitter.com)
  • Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.
  • "5 years ago DACA changed the lives of 17,000 DREAMers who call Colorado their home. We must continue to stand up and #defendDACA" (twitter.com)
  • Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.
  • "Putin’s unprovoked act of aggression against a sovereign democratic nation demands all free nations join together to oppose Russian's tyrannical invasion, stand with Ukraine, and recommit to our own democracy by standing up to authoritarians here at home." (twitter.com)
  • "Congress just passed the truly transformational Inflation Reduction Act, lowering drug costs & energy bills while combating the #ClimateCrisis. It's all paid for by wealthy corporations paying their fair share - there are no tax increases for earners under $400K/year #copolitics" (twitter.com)
  • "Our Tax Fairness Plan is a critical, structural reform to modernize CO’s tax code that prioritizes the people who power our local economies: CO families, workers & small business owners" (twitter.com)
  • "Taxes are paid where profits are made. It's time to #closetaxloopholes for big corporations. Heard in Finance committee soon #coleg" (twitter.com)
  • Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.

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