Democrat Michael Bennet turns in petitions for Colorado’s gubernatorial primary, plans to skip caucuses
U.S. Sen. Michael Bennet has submitted nominating petitions to appear on Colorado’s June gubernatorial primary ballot, according to his campaign and the Secretary of State’s Office. He plans to rely on the petitions to qualify for the ballot, skipping the traditional caucus and assembly process.
Bennet, a three-term senator, is seeking the Democratic nomination for governor. His decision to skip caucuses signals a different route to securing a spot on the primary ballot and may affect how his campaign builds support within the party.
The development comes as Bennet competes in a crowded Democratic field for Colorado’s gubernatorial race, with petitions serving as his path to ballot access rather than caucus-based momentum.