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Press Announcement - DUSTY JOHNSON RUNNING FOR HD63

December 11, 2023

My name is Dusty Johnson, and I am running to be your next State Representative for House District 63 (which includes: Logan, Morgan, Phillips, Sedgwick, parts of Weld, Washington, and Yuma Counties). 

I am from Fort Morgan, where I grew up raising goats and playing soccer. My passion for agriculture and rural communities has been deeply rooted in my character from my upbringing in 4-H and FFA, and is continually strengthened as I engage with agricultural groups and work towards bridging the rural-urban divide through policy and educational outreach. I will always be an Eastern Plains girl at heart and will do everything I can to preserve and protect our rural way of living. 

In addition to having an invested interest in supporting our agricultural and rural communities, I plan to fight for our constitutional rights and personal freedoms along with taking a look at our healthcare systems. Our government, especially at the state level, is supposed to be by and for the people. That starts with you. Who you choose to elect will be your voice. I am running to serve and be an extension of our area’s voice from the plains to the Gold Dome in Denver. We all know that “[t]he nine most terrifying words in the English language are: I'm from the Government, and I'm here to help,” (Ronald Reagan); it is time that we get representative leadership that will always aim to act in the best interest of those who elected them and not just “helping” their constituents when it suits them. We need common-sense plans and strategies that are people-driven and push back on the thinking that government is the answer. 

Having worked as a staffer and legislative aide for an U.S. Congressman and three State Senators, I bring eight years of political experience to the table. I have learned how to recognize the political games that staff and lobbyists may try to play, the value in bridging relationships on all sides to get work done, and the importance of having stakeholders at the table (because if anyone ever thinks they are the smartest in the room, the room is skewed). The best ideas come when we unite and are willing to make connections that are grown by mutual respect and the honor of our word. 

I was raised to never be afraid to get down on your knees to pray or to stand for what you believe is true. My promise to you is that I will always use my morals and what is in the best interest of folks in the northeast to be my compass when making decisions.

I truly want to hear from you, so please do not hesitate to reach out anytime. I can be reached on my cell at (970) 370-1154 or by email at DustyforColorado@gmail.com. Thank you for your consideration and support!