Candidate Spotlight: Yadira Caraveo CO-08
Yadira Caraveo is running for re-election for Colorado's 8th Congressional District
The race for Colorado’s 8th Congressional District (CO-08) is shaping up to be highly competitive as it was one of the closest contests in 2022. Democratic incumbent Yadira Caraveo narrowly won her seat by just 1,600 votes in 2022, making the district a prime target for Republicans in 2024. Caraveo, a pediatrician and moderate Democrat, has gained a reputation for occasionally breaking with her party on issues like environmental regulations and vehicle emissions, which could help her appeal to centrist voters .
On the Republican side, Gabe Evans, a former police officer, U.S. Army veteran, and state legislator, has emerged as a strong contender. He presents himself as a law-and-order conservative and has criticized Caraveo for her alignment with Democratic policies, which he argues have contributed to economic and social decline. Evans has focused his platform on fiscal conservatism, public safety, and immigration .
Caraveo has a significant fundraising advantage, having raised over $1.8 million by the end of 2023, with $1.3 million in cash on hand, while her Republican challengers trail behind in fundraising . However, the district remains closely divided, and with Libertarian candidates dropping out, this could make the race even more competitive as the Republican base consolidates.
Key issues for the district include healthcare, the economy, public safety, and immigration, with both candidates offering stark contrasts in their approaches. Caraveo is likely to emphasize her healthcare background and moderate positions, while Evans will push for a return to conservative values and fiscal responsibility. The race will likely be one of the key battlegrounds in 2024 as both parties fight for control of the House of Representatives.
Yadira Caraveo is a pediatrician, community advocate, and U.S. Representative for Colorado’s 8th Congressional District. Raised in a working-class immigrant family, she became the first in her family to graduate from college and pursued medicine, focusing on underserved communities. As a pediatrician, Caraveo fought for affordable healthcare and healthy environments for children. In the Colorado State Legislature, she worked on environmental protection, immigrant rights, and affordable housing. Her Congressional campaign centers on healthcare access, economic opportunities for working families, and tackling climate change.
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