Denver City Council runoffs pit progressive slate against moderates -- and money

Denver City Council candidate Shannon Hoffman speaks during a watch party — Shannon Hoffman, a candidate in the June 6 runoff election for Denver City Council’s District 10, speaks during a watch party at Town Hall on Tuesday, April 4, 2023, as results come in from the first-round election. At left is Councilwoman Candi CdeBaca, who is locked in a runoff in District 9. They are among progressive candidates seeking council seats. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

By Jon Murray | jmurray@denverpost.com | The Denver Post

PUBLISHED: May 28, 2023 at 6:00 AM MDT | UPDATED: May 28, 2023 at 6:03 AM MDT

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Three runoff elections for Denver City Council pit candidates backed by the Denver Democratic Socialists of America and the Colorado Working Families Party against more moderate candidates and could affect debates under the next mayor.

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Progressives fight to win Denver City Council runoffs — facing big spenders backing more moderate candidates

Trio of races have drawn more than $629,000 in outside spending during runoff period

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