Liz Rosenbaum

Liz Rosenbaum (Democratic Party) ran for election to the Colorado House of Representatives to represent District 21. She lost in the general election on November 5, 2024.

Biography

Liz Rosenbaum was born in Waterloo, Iowa. She received an associate degree from Pikes Peak Community College in 2004 and a bachelor's degree from Regis University in 2006. Rosenbaum's professional experience includes being an individual and family health insurance broker with Colorado Connect Four Health, a daycare provider, a small business owner, and a high school history teacher.^[1]

Elections

2024

General election

General election for Colorado House of Representatives District 21

Incumbent Mary Bradfield defeated Liz Rosenbaum in the general election for Colorado House of Representatives District 21 on November 5, 2024.

	Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Mary Bradfield (R)	58.2	17,631
	Liz Rosenbaum (D)	41.8	12,646

	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 30,277
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Colorado House of Representatives District 21

Liz Rosenbaum advanced from the Democratic primary for Colorado House of Representatives District 21 on June 25, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Liz Rosenbaum	100.0	2,884

	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 2,884
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for Colorado House of Representatives District 21

Incumbent Mary Bradfield defeated Bill Garlington and Jan Koester in the Republican primary for Colorado House of Representatives District 21 on June 25, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Mary Bradfield	47.2	2,749
		Bill Garlington	32.9	1,919
	Submit photo	Jan Koester	19.9	1,161

	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 5,829
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Campaign finance

Endorsements

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2020

General election

General election for Colorado House of Representatives District 21

Mary Bradfield defeated Liz Rosenbaum and Michael Seebeck in the general election for Colorado House of Representatives District 21 on November 3, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Mary Bradfield (R)	54.2	17,448
		Liz Rosenbaum (D)	40.4	12,999
	Submit photo	Michael Seebeck (L)	5.4	1,743

	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 32,190
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Colorado House of Representatives District 21

Liz Rosenbaum advanced from the Democratic primary for Colorado House of Representatives District 21 on June 30, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Liz Rosenbaum	100.0	5,345

	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 5,345
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for Colorado House of Representatives District 21

Mary Bradfield advanced from the Republican primary for Colorado House of Representatives District 21 on June 30, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Mary Bradfield	100.0	6,690

	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 6,690
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

Raymond Garcia (R)

Libertarian convention

Libertarian convention for Colorado House of Representatives District 21

Michael Seebeck advanced from the Libertarian convention for Colorado House of Representatives District 21 on April 13, 2020.

		Candidate
✔	Submit photo	Michael Seebeck (L)

	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified.
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Endorsements

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2018

See also: Colorado House of Representatives elections, 2018

General election

General election for Colorado House of Representatives District 21

Incumbent Lois Landgraf defeated Liz Rosenbaum in the general election for Colorado House of Representatives District 21 on November 6, 2018.

	Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Lois Landgraf (R)	58.6	12,529
	Liz Rosenbaum (D)	41.4	8,863

	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 21,392 (100.00% precincts reporting)
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Colorado House of Representatives District 21

Liz Rosenbaum advanced from the Democratic primary for Colorado House of Representatives District 21 on June 26, 2018.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Liz Rosenbaum	100.0	3,023

	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified.	Total votes: 3,023
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for Colorado House of Representatives District 21

Incumbent Lois Landgraf defeated Raymond Garcia in the Republican primary for Colorado House of Representatives District 21 on June 26, 2018.

	Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Lois Landgraf	65.5	3,999
	Raymond Garcia	34.5	2,104

	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified.	Total votes: 6,103
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Campaign themes

2024

Ballotpedia survey responses

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2020

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Liz Rosenbaum completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2020. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Rosenbaum's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

As a longtime resident of the Fountain Valley Community, former army wife, and former educator, I have been an advocate for the people here since day one.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

I will be a voice for our military and working families.
Securing safety to our educators and supporting our staff and students.
Protecting our health and rights.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

I am personally passionate about inclusivity and equity in our legislature. We cannot create legislation that excludes certain groups nor small businesses from being successful in our state.

True small businesses owned by one person or a family with only a few employees are often not included in relief packages and employee health benefits. As a former small business owner, I understand the struggles that small businesses face. We may have our successes, but we must have a safety net for failures.

Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy?

Yes, "Iron Jawed Angel" highlights the story of Alice Paul and her struggle to get the 19th Amendment passed. The most poignant scene is when Ida B. Wells is asked to step aside (although she does not and continues fighting). We cannot ask people or groups of people to wait. We have to make our legislation inclusive.

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

I am skilled at organizing with large groups of people to work together for a common goal.

What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?

One of the first historical events I remember is not one that is necessarily significant to the country, but one that has served as a reflection point in my life.

While I was a senior in high school in 1994, I remember discovering that women were not allowed on submarines. Not for any other reason, merely because they were women. I remember feeling as though women are viewed as spigots. Their rights are turned on and off whenever someone in power feels it is okay to do so. This ended up becoming one of my research topics for my high school history class. I am still friends with my history teacher and he still sends me research topics to this day. 24 years later, my son serves in the Navy, but women are now allowed on the submarines.

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

My very first job was at Kabod's Cafe in Jesup, IA where I worked for 2.5 years. During my time there, I worked as a server, cook, and eventually manager. It was the only place to get a cup of coffee with the local farmers in Jesup!

At the same time, I worked for Keyser Construction for 2 years where I was a receptionist and file clerk.

I started both jobs while I was in high school!

What is your favorite book? Why?

Harry Potter series - excellent composition and amazing story line. I always notice more details when I reread any of the books.

If you could be any fictional character, who would you want to be?

C.J. Cregg from Westwing

What was the last song that got stuck in your head?

Funhouse by Pink

Every state besides Nebraska has two legislative chambers. What do you consider the most important differences between the legislative chambers in your state?

I believe the legislative chambers in my state serve as a means of checks and balances as compared to Democrats vs. Republicans.

Do you believe that it’s beneficial for state legislators to have previous experience in government or politics?

I do not believe it is beneficial because you can learn the ropes when you get there. What is important is why you are running, what you are passionate about, and that you vote for the person that has brought the community together compared to voting with party politics.

What do you perceive to be your state’s greatest challenges over the next decade?

I perceive the greatest challenges will be funding public education and creating more equitable access to healthcare.

What do you believe is the ideal relationship between the governor and the state legislature?

A relationship where they listen to each other. When the legislature is not in session, the governor should communicate with the elected officials for input over the rest of the year.

Do you believe it’s beneficial to build relationships with other legislators? Please explain your answer.

Absolutely! And the majority of the decisions we make in this state are bipartisan.

What process do you favor for redistricting?

I favor the community's involvement more than by geographical location. It does not make sense to breakup a community.

If you are not a current legislator, are there certain committees that you would want to be a part of?

Yes, I would like to be on the Education Committee and Health and Environment Committee. If I could pick three, I'd be on the States, Veterans, and Military Affairs Committee.

If you are not currently a member of your party’s leadership in the legislature, would you be interested in joining the leadership? If so, in what role?

No, I am here to focus on what we need in our community.

Is there a particular legislator, past or present, whom you want to model yourself after?

Yes, I would like to model myself after Janet Buckner from CO HD-40. I truly believe she is one of the best Coloradans serving as an elected official. She is kind, passionate, and dedicated to the people who live here. Although she has dealt with many difficult life experiences, she talks about them in a way that empowers other people to do great things.

Are you interested in running for a different political office (for example, the U.S. Congress or governor) in the future?

Yes, I hope to continue to earn the votes and trust of the people who live here in order to represent them in the State Senate.

Both sitting legislators and candidates for office hear many personal stories from the residents of their district. Is there a story that you’ve heard that you found particularly touching, memorable, or impactful?

I have a collection of stories of health issues that people in my area face who have been exposed to water contamination. It breaks my heart to hear the many stories of loved ones who have passed away because of our water issues.

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Campaign finance summary

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Liz Rosenbaum campaign contribution history
Year	Office	Status	Contributions	Expenditures
2024*	Colorado House of Representatives District 21	Lost general	$23,421	$23,033
2020	Colorado House of Representatives District 21	Lost general	$16,857	N/A**
2018	Colorado House of Representatives District 21	Lost general	$13,008	N/A**
Grand total			$53,286	$23,033
Sources: OpenSecrets, Federal Elections Commission *This product uses the openFEC API but is not endorsed or certified by the Federal Election Commission (FEC).
* Data from this year may not be complete
** Data on expenditures is not available for this election cycle
Note: Totals above reflect only available data.

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Speaker of the House:Julie McCluskie

Majority Leader:Monica Duran

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District 1

Javier Mabrey (D)

District 2

Steven Woodrow (D)

District 3

Meg Froelich (D)

District 4

Cecelia Espenoza (D)

District 5

Alex Valdez (D)

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Sean Camacho (D)

District 7

Jennifer Bacon (D)

District 8

Lindsay Gilchrist (D)

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Emily Sirota (D)

District 10

Junie Joseph (D)

District 11

Karen McCormick (D)

District 12

Kyle Brown (D)

District 13

Julie McCluskie (D)

District 14

Ava Flanell (R)

District 15

Scott Bottoms (R)

District 16

Rebecca Keltie (R)

District 17

Regina English (D)

District 18

Amy Paschal (D)

District 19

Dan Woog (R)

District 20

Jarvis Caldwell (R)

District 21

Mary Bradfield (R)

District 22

Kenneth DeGraaf (R)

District 23

Monica Duran (D)

District 24

Lisa Feret (D)

District 25

Tammy Story (D)

District 26

Meghan Lukens (D)

District 27

Brianna Titone (D)

District 28

Sheila Lieder (D)

District 29

Shannon Bird (D)

District 30

Rebekah Stewart (D)

District 31

Jacque Phillips (D)

District 32

Manny Rutinel (D)

District 33

William Lindstedt (D)

District 34

Jenny Willford (D)

District 35

Lorena Garcia (D)

District 36

Michael Carter (D)

District 37

Chad Clifford (D)

District 38

Gretchen Rydin (D)

District 39

Brandi Bradley (R)

District 40

Naquetta Ricks (D)

District 41

Jamie Jackson (D)

District 42

Mandy Lindsay (D)

District 43

Robert Marshall (D)

District 44

Anthony Hartsook (R)

District 45

Max Brooks (R)

District 46

Tisha Mauro (D)

District 47

Ty Winter (R)

District 48

Carlos Barron (R)

District 49

Lesley Smith (D)

District 50

Ryan Gonzalez (R)

District 51

Ron Weinberg (R)

District 52

Yara Zokaie (D)

District 53

Andrew Boesenecker (D)

District 54

Matt Soper (R)

District 55

Rick Taggart (R)

District 56

Chris Richardson (R)

District 57

Elizabeth Velasco (D)

District 58

Larry Suckla (R)

District 59

Katie Stewart (D)

District 60

Stephanie Luck (R)

District 61

Eliza Hamrick (D)

District 62

Matthew Martinez (D)

District 63

Dusty Johnson (R)

District 64

Scott Slaugh (R)

District 65

Lori Sander (R)

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Liz Rosenbaum

Biography

Elections

2024

General election

General election for Colorado House of Representatives District 21

Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Colorado House of Representatives District 21

Republican primary election

Republican primary for Colorado House of Representatives District 21

Campaign finance

Endorsements

2020

General election

General election for Colorado House of Representatives District 21

Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Colorado House of Representatives District 21

Republican primary election

Republican primary for Colorado House of Representatives District 21

Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

Libertarian convention

Libertarian convention for Colorado House of Representatives District 21

Endorsements

2018

General election

General election for Colorado House of Representatives District 21

Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Colorado House of Representatives District 21

Republican primary election

Republican primary for Colorado House of Representatives District 21

Campaign themes

2024

Ballotpedia survey responses

2020

Video for Ballotpedia

Campaign finance summary

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