If nothing else, Democratic Congressman Ed Perlmutter's timing is pretty good. He officially pulled the plug on rumors that he might step up and run for governor, so he can focus on a tough race to keep his seat. Today word has leaked to Mount Virtus that Perlmutter's top Republican challenger Ryan Frazier had a strong fundraising quarter to close 2009: More than $215,000 brought in from October to December with more than $275,000 cash on hand. But deeper inside the numbers, the more telling information is that 90 percent of Frazier's contributions came from in-state sources, and more than 98 percent came in as contributions from individuals. Compared to incumbent Ed Perlmutter, who through the previous fundraising period has raked in … [Read more...]
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Ryan Frazier’s Hispanic Backers Mark GOP Strength, Political Diversity
As fellow RMA blogger Don Johnson also has noted, Republican Congressional candidate Ryan Frazier today announced support for his campaign from 23 key area Hispanic leaders. Many of them have made their marks as business leaders and entrepreneurs. A good number on the list are traditional Republican partisans, such as former state party chair Bob Martinez, but there is also a little political diversity among the group. For example, according to CampaignMoney.com, Source One Management President Sal Gomez has a record of contributing money to both Democrat and Republican campaigns -- his most recent giving includes Rudy Giuliani, Mark Udall, and the Salazar brothers (John and Ken). Another Frazier-backing business leader, Diedra … [Read more...]
CD-7 Update: McCain Backs Lang Sias; Ryan Frazier Calls out Ed Perlmutter
Two quick updates from the Republican primary campaign trail in Colorado's increasingly competitive 7th Congressional District. First, an unsurprising big-name endorsement for newcomer Lang Sias from U.S. Senator and 2008 GOP presidential nominee John McCain. I'm not sure how much that excites the Republican base locally. Meanwhile, Ryan Frazier -- who has managed to garner a much longer list of local endorsements -- sent out a challenge to sitting Democrat Rep. Ed Perlmutter on Harry Reid's outrageous public comments:“Congressman Perlmutter owes it to the citizens of the 7th Congressional District to repudiate the incredibly hurtful statements made by Democrat Harry Reid and his intentional distortion of history. “Let me be clear: … [Read more...]
Ryan Frazier Touts Endorsements from Wide Range of “Influential Coloradans”
As Don at Business Word notes, the Ryan Frazier campaign yesterday touted a list of endorsements from "nearly one hundred influential Coloradans" in his bid to be the next Congressman from the 7th District. Yes, the list contains the names of some heavy-hitters -- including Phil Anschutz, Pete Coors, Attorney General John Suthers, and former Governor Bill Owens. But at least as telling to me is that Ryan Frazier has earned the support from both my friends Jessica Corry and Libby Szabo, the last two Republican candidates for state senate District 19. Why so significant? Jessica is a young up-and-comer from the more libertarian wing of the party. Libby is more of a traditional conservative and a longtime activist well known in Jefferson … [Read more...]
7th CD Perlmutter Showdown Brings On New Challenges for Ryan Frazier
Update II, 2:45 PM: I've seen it written that blogs are the first draft of history. First drafts often need revision. I strive to note where I am writing conjecture as opposed to hard fact. But I prefer to be open about the process, because I recognize that I am prone to make mistakes from time to time -- particularly when I wander into conjecture. After talking to several sources following up this announcement, it has become apparent to me there is no deal with the NRCC on the table. It was poorly worded at best. Clearly the Frazier team sized up their prospects and decided it made more sense all around to move to the 7th Congressional race -- to increase fundraising opportunities and make for a stronger Republican field across the … [Read more...]
Ryan Frazier Announcement Thursday, 10 AM, at Brighton Ford
Speculation started flowing fast and furious on Monday about U.S. Senate candidate Ryan Frazier's "big announcement". Now we have official word from the campaign when and where that announcement will be made:Aurora, CO - Ryan Frazier, candidate for U.S. Senate, will provide critical details about the future of his campaign during an announcement to supporters. Frazier, who has been described as an atypical Republican candidate and a rising star in the party, has attracted significant grassroots support. Speculations have surfaced that Frazier may move his race to run for Lt. Governor or for the U.S. House of Representatives in District 7. WHO: Ryan Frazier, U.S. Senate Candidate The Honorable Mike May, Colorado House … [Read more...]
Ryan Frazier’s “Big Announcement” … Switching to Take on Perlmutter?
Yes, rumors are running rampant about an impending big announcement from Republican U.S. Senate candidate Ryan Frazier. My guess? Fundraising numbers for the third quarter were less than stellar, and higher-ups in the party finally had the leverage to persuade Frazier to take a stab at the 7th Congressional District instead. Challenging Ed Perlmutter will be a taller task than taking on Michael Bennet in some ways, but Frazier must have garnered some concessions to take on the two-term incumbent Democrat. At least that theory comports with the rumblings I'm hearing. We should know more soon. … [Read more...]
A Little Different Take on Ryan Frazier from Liberal Blogger David Thielen
About 5 months ago El Presidente and I interviewed Republican U.S. Senate primary candidate Ryan Frazier. I left the interview with the theme of Frazier as a "principled" candidate focused on a solutions-oriented message. On Friday, liberal blogger David Thielen posted his favorable observations after a sit-down with Ryan Frazier. A few key passages jumped out at me: … [Read more...]
Rasmussen: Michael Bennet Vulnerable, Running Even with Ryan Frazier
On the eve of Jane Norton's official entry into Colorado's U.S. Senate fray comes from Rasmussen Reports what figures to be the last poll of the race without her for awhile. In this survey, the top two early Republican contenders were paired up separately against Bill Ritter's incumbent appointee Michael Bennet. The biggest clear takeaway from Rasmussen? Whether attributable to an unfriendly climate for Democrats, to his own lackluster performance, or to both -- the indecisive Bennet is vulnerable. Other insights? The ascendant but still little-known Ryan Frazier fares better than Ken Buck, standing even with the Democrat:The latest Rasmussen Reports telephone survey finds Bennet ahead of Buck 43% to 37%. With Frazier as the … [Read more...]
It Looks Like NRSC Can’t Talk Ryan Frazier Out of U.S. Senate Primary
With word spreading that Ken Buck will drop out of Colorado's U.S. Senate primary on Monday, there is very good reason to believe the NRSC's effort extends to trying to push Ryan Frazier out of the race as well. However, a trusted source has directly contacted the Ryan Frazier campaign this morning and tells me that Ryan is in it to win it. In fact, Frazier and his team are working hard today at the State Fair in Pueblo. The state of the race is changing quickly, but I am heartened and reassured by the news that it still looks like the people of Colorado still will have the choice of a credible pro-liberty candidate. In related news, Joshua weighs in on developments in the Senate race and notes:I spoke with Dick Wadhams yesterday and … [Read more...]
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