What Happened
Colorado Democrats have chosen their candidates for the state's gubernatorial and Senate elections. Phil Weiser emerged victorious in the Democratic primary for governor, securing the party's nomination. He defeated Senator Michael Bennet in this contest.
In the race for the U.S. Senate seat, incumbent Senator John Hickenlooper won the Democratic primary. He faced a progressive challenger. On the Republican side for the Senate race, Greg Baisley secured the party's nomination.
The primary elections determined the matchups for the general election contests in Colorado.
Key Facts
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Phil Weiser won the Democratic nomination for Colorado governor.
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Phil Weiser defeated Senator Michael Bennet in the Democratic gubernatorial primary.
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Senator John Hickenlooper won the Democratic primary for the U.S. Senate.
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Greg Baisley won the Republican nomination for the U.S. Senate.
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The elections determined the Democratic and Republican nominees for governor and Senate in Colorado.