Boulder Progressives

Boulder Progressives is committed to elevating the voices and concerns of underrepresented communities in Boulder County. We advocate for people and policies that advance social, racial, economic, and environmental justice at the local level. Housing is a human right. The key to a healthy, diverse, and vibrant community is access to safe, secure, habitable, and affordable homes. Without accessible, affordable housing many families of school-aged children cannot afford to move here, and even more cannot afford to stay. Our housing crisis also impacts the number of healthcare workers, teachers, and hourly-wage earners who must commute in to our city every day. People across our community need better transportation options that allow them to live healthy, connected, active lives. At present automobiles account for almost 30% of Boulder’s annual greenhouse gas emissions and 60k people commute into our city every day as a direct result of our housing supply shortage. Homelessness is a growing concern across the nation, and Boulder is no exception. We need real, meaningful, and lasting solutions to fight this crisis, we cannot simply police people out of poverty and into housing. Public schools are the cornerstone of our neighborhoods and are central to building community for Boulder’s children and families. Excellent teachers, comprehensive educational opportunities, and top-notch course offerings give students access to the world around them and open the doors to sustainable career paths. Vibrant and engaged public spaces support diversity by making Boulder a community welcoming for people of all racial backgrounds, gender identities, and income levels. Addressing the climate emergency requires new thinking and challenging the assumptions of yesterday's environmental approaches. Policing shows up differently for different subsets of the community. Critical disparities exist in enforcement, and for far too long.