A 29-year-old democratic socialist takes on Colorado’s most senior member of Congress

A local election is underway in Denver, with a primary challenge to longtime Representative Diana DeGette. DeGette, a 15-term incumbent, is facing opposition from Melat Kiros, a 29-year-old democratic socialist. Kiros is a first-time candidate who was born in 1997, the same year DeGette took office. Details about the campaign and its issues are available from local news sources. The election is part of a broader trend of challenges to incumbent Democrats in safe seats. Further information about the candidates and the election can be found through local news outlets.