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Here is a detailed metric table of current Republican candidates running for Colorado state-level office in the 2026 election, focusing on the gubernatorial race. The table includes each candidate’s key policy positions, campaign issues, and available official websites or public statements outlining their platforms.

2026 Colorado Republican Gubernatorial Candidates

Candidate	Key Policy Positions & Campaign Issues	Notable Public Statements / Platform Links
Greg Lopez	– Affordability (cost of living) – Public safety – Reducing government regulations – Political unity and “people over politics”	“We don’t need more political games, we need real leadership.” Emphasizes listening and unity over division2. No official campaign site found as of April 2025.
Mark Baisley	– Economic opportunity – Education (workforce development, tech/manufacturing jobs) – Public safety – Opposition to “radical” left policies and government “micromanagement”	“The state government has taken on an attitude of micromanaging the people’s behavior rather than respecting and empowering ‘We The People’.”3 9 10 No official campaign site found as of April 2025.
Scott Bottoms	– Strong social conservatism – Opposes abortion – Opposes gender-affirming care for minors – Election integrity focus – Free speech advocacy	“If I don’t get elected, nothing changes except probably four or five bitter sermons for the next few weeks after that.” Has introduced bills to criminalize aiding out-of-state minors seeking gender-affirming care6 9. No official campaign site found as of April 2025.
Jason Mikesell	– Budget shortfall solutions – Housing affordability – Stricter immigration enforcement – Crime reduction – Emphasis on rural Colorado and local control	“Rural Colorado comprises 75% of our state and provides considerable economic benefit… but is virtually ignored when it comes to state resources.” Advocates for local governance and law enforcement empowerment4 7. No official campaign site found as of April 2025.
Stevan Gess	– Economic growth via tax incentives – Public safety and law enforcement support – Strong immigration control – Second Amendment rights – Workforce development – Mental health support – Supports women’s right to choose (abortion)	“Empowering all Coloradans to shape our future, together, with innovative leadership and policies that prioritize economic growth, public safety, and individual freedoms.” Official campaign website 5
Jon Gray-Ginsberg	– Infrastructure (trains, pipelines) – Advanced technology and manufacturing – Clean energy (hydro, wind) – Water management (desalination, pipelines) – Tourism expansion – Civil defense and pandemic preparedness	Proposes large-scale infrastructure projects, including a water pipeline from the Gulf of Mexico and expanded hydro/wind power. “All Colorado Lives Matter” Official campaign website 8

Notes

This table focuses on candidates who have officially filed or publicly announced for the 2026 Colorado gubernatorial race as Republicans as of April 2025. Other state-level races (e.g., Attorney General, Secretary of State) have not yet seen prominent Republican announcements in the available sources.
Some candidates, such as Stevan Gess and Jon Gray-Ginsberg, have official campaign websites with detailed policy platforms, while others have outlined their positions primarily through public statements and media coverage.
The field may expand as the election approaches; this list reflects the most current, confirmed candidates and their platforms based on public records and reporting1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10.

If you need a similar table for other state-level offices or updates as new candidates file, let me know.

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2026 Colorado Republican Gubernatorial Candidates Overview

2026 Colorado Republican Gubernatorial Candidates

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