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We are in a battle for the soul of this nation. Countless agree our upcoming election in November will be the most consequential in our nation’s history. It is a crossroads that America has never encountered before.
In the upcoming congressional race for Colorado’s 4th District, voters face a critical decision that will shape the future of their representation in Washington. There is a vacuum of leadership in Congress that is undeniable. Rightfully so, the current Congressional approval rating as of November 2023, is 13%. The American people have clearly grown weary of the attention-grabbing theatrics that make headlines but produce no tangible results. The complete dysfunction in Congress is paralyzing their ability to even address the overwhelming challenges that we face. As Conservatives, we absolutely need someone who will work with leadership to fight the progressive liberal agenda that is destroying our nation.
There is a compelling alternative in the form of Chris Phelen, a proven conservative with nearly a decade of experience on Capitol Hill. He has a deep understanding of the legislative process and a commitment to putting the needs of Coloradans first. He describes himself as being a “servant at heart” and that is evident throughout his life. From co-founding his first company to help disadvantaged students to being involved personally with worthy causes that serve the people, he strongly believes in serving God and giving back to his community. Phelen’s record of public service and his commitment to conservative principles make him the ideal candidate to represent Colorado’s 4th District in Congress. With his background as a Chief of Staff to Representative Doug Lamborn and his valuable experience in military legislative affairs, he possesses the knowledge and expertise needed to navigate the complexities of Washington politics and deliver actual results for his constituents. He’s battle tested when it comes to the halls of Congress which will enable him to be ready on day one to serve the people in his district.
The crisis at our southern border can no longer be overlooked or explained away. We have been under an invasion for the last 3 years with no end in sight. Americans are dying while the current administration claims they are powerless to do anything which is disingenuous in itself. Chris is clear on his stance, “Continuing with the status quo is not solving the border crisis. Enough is enough, and we need to be taking drastic measures. We must close the southern border until we have the means in place to ensure that we are keeping terrorists, violent criminals, and fentanyl from crossing the border and harming U.S. citizens.” The brutal and senseless murder of Laken Raley touched the hearts and minds of every American and underscored the absolute failure of Biden’s unwillingness to act. Phelen feels strongly about that as well, “Too many people have been talking about how a border shutdown would cost the United States billions of dollars and would make life logistically challenging for citizens of both countries. Not enough people are talking about how the open border ended Laken Riley’s life. If we had continued Trump’s border policies, Laken would certainly be alive today. But she is not, and her death is on those who have allowed the border crisis to continue for far too long.”
“The President and his surrogates continue to taut the virtues of Senate’s Emergency Aid as a compromise. it holds the American people hostage because it comes attached with billions of more unchecked aid to Ukraine. The smoke and mirrors continue when it comes to the facts of the bill. Phelen explained the confusion with candor, “The Senate’s emergency aid bill, which sends billions to Ukraine is flawed in numerous ways. First off, it does little to nothing to ensure that the aid will be used as intended. In addition, the border language is a complete joke. It only closes the border once a minimum number of encounters occur. That floor allows thousands of illegal immigrants and migrants to cross the border before any measures are taken. The Defending Borders, Defending Democracies Act, which was introduced in the House, on the other hand, would provide only lethal aid such as munitions to Ukraine, and it would allow for the implementation of some of Trump’s border policies such as the “Remain in Mexico” policy and would require the suspension of entry of inadmissible aliens. While the bill is only a band-aid for the border crisis, at least it would do something meaningful, which is not true of the Senate’s emergency aid bill.”
Moreover, Phelen’s dedication to fiscal responsibility, national defense, and government reform aligns closely with the priorities of Colorado’s 4th District. As a staunch supporter of the conservative agenda and a firm believer in the principles of faith, family, and country, he embodies the values that resonate with voters across the district.
In these challenging times, Colorado deserves leadership that is grounded in integrity, competence, and a genuine commitment to serving the best interests of the people.
With Chris Phelen as their representative in Congress, they can be confident that their voices will be heard, their concerns will be addressed, and their values will be upheld.
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Author: Mark Anthony
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