Quotes from Cary Kennedy

Being honest means being forthright about information, no matter how painful disclosing that information might be.

We don't ever want to create an environment where people are afraid of their own local police officers.

It's an honor to be chosen to serve as Mayor Hancock's deputy mayor. This position comes with great responsibility, but should the need arise, I know I am up to the challenge.

I am proud of my record as Colorado's State Treasurer. I have protected the taxpayer's money and grown the value of the state's investments in a very challenging economy.

Taxpayers need to know if they are getting value for their tax dollar.

Education needs to be our state's top priority.

Our nation is too strong and too good to let one man tear down everything we stand for. I refuse to let Donald Trump take our country backwards.

I grew up in a family that was committed to service, to reaching out and helping others. That's what inspired me to work in public service.

You don't have to look any farther than the state of California to know that having a 'Gordian knot' of conflicting measures acting upon on your state budget is a recipe for disaster.

As candidates and elected officials, we have an obligation to be honest.

Regardless of who I am, racism against anyone, anywhere should be appalling to everyone, everywhere.

I am honored to have the support of so many Coloradans across our state.

Immigration is a federal issue. The failing of Washington to implement an immigration system that works for our families and our businesses - it's Washington's failure. For us locally in Colorado, it's really important that all people here feel comfortable with their local law enforcement.

When people pay taxes, they are buying a service and benefit for their community. Colorado Tax Tracks shows taxpayers what they pay and what they buy for their money.

I see it as very important that taxpayers have access to all financial transactions.

While I don't face the same barriers as so many people in our country, I have seen love that transcends borders, race, and country of origin.

As Governor of Colorado, I will continue to transition our state away from fossil fuels to more clean, renewable sources of energy.

I grew up in a family with three brothers and sisters who joined my family through the foster care program, and I also have a sister who joined my family through a faith-based organization.

Every day, I am blessed by the goodness in our country and the kindness and the generosity of the American people. We share a deep love for this place and a gratitude for the contributions we each make.

My goal as governor is for Colorado to have the cleanest air and the cleanest water in the country, and to be a model for the nation in using clean, renewable sources of energy.

Climate change is the greatest threat to humanity, perhaps ever. Global temperatures are rising at an unprecedented rate, causing drought and forest fires and impacting human health.

I feel very strongly we need to do a better job with the rainy day fund.

If Donald Trump takes the nation backwards, we can lead as a state and move forward. It is up to us to stand in opposition to anything that would take Colorado backwards.

I do not like negative attacks.