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Mark Matthews (Colorado)

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Mark Matthews
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Democratic Party

Elections and appointments
Last election

November 5, 2024

Education

Bachelor's

St. John Fisher College, 1975

Medical

Georgetown University, 1979

Military

Service / branch

U.S. Public Health Service Commissioned Corps

Years of service

1982 - 1984

Personal
Birthplace
Syracuse, N.Y.
Religion
Humanist
Profession
Retired
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Mark Matthews (Democratic Party) ran for election to the Colorado House of Representatives to represent District 64. He lost in the general election on November 5, 2024.

Matthews completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

Mark Matthews was born in Syracuse, New York. He served in the U.S. Public Health Service Commissioned Corps from 1982 to 1984. Matthews earned a bachelor's degree from St. John Fisher College in 1975 and an M.D. from Georgetown University in 1979. As of 2024, Matthews was retired but previously worked as an internal medicine physician, chair of the Health and Public Policy Committee of the Colorado chapter of the American College of Physicians, and member/vice-chair of the Council on Legislation of the Colorado Medical Society. As of 2024, Matthews was affiliated with the American College of Physicians and the Colorado Coalition Against Gun Violence.[1]

Elections

2024

See also: Colorado House of Representatives elections, 2024

General election

General election for Colorado House of Representatives District 64

Incumbent Ryan Armagost defeated Mark Matthews in the general election for Colorado House of Representatives District 64 on November 5, 2024.

Candidate
%
Votes
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Ryan Armagost (R) Candidate Connection
 
63.5
 
34,463
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Mark Matthews (D) Candidate Connection
 
36.5
 
19,810

Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source

Total votes: 54,273
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Colorado House of Representatives District 64

Mark Matthews advanced from the Democratic primary for Colorado House of Representatives District 64 on June 25, 2024.

Candidate
%
Votes
✔
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Mark Matthews Candidate Connection
 
100.0
 
4,245

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

Total votes: 4,245
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for Colorado House of Representatives District 64

Incumbent Ryan Armagost advanced from the Republican primary for Colorado House of Representatives District 64 on June 25, 2024.

Candidate
%
Votes
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Ryan Armagost Candidate Connection
 
100.0
 
8,922

Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source

Total votes: 8,922
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Campaign finance

Endorsements

Matthews received the following endorsements.

Campaign themes

2024

Ballotpedia survey responses

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Candidate Connection

Mark Matthews completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Matthews' responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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I am a retired medical doctor. Helping others brings me great satisfaction and joy. My career began as a commissioned officer in the Public Health Service, where I worked in an economically disadvantaged area, followed by many years taking care of patients with heart problems and diabetes in Denver. Listening to patients and helping them solve problems is a skill that I bring to the people in HD 64. I am the father of four and Pop-Pop to six grandkids. My wife, Ellyn, a nurse, and I raise chickens, goats, and vegetables. As the representative for HD 64, I want to safeguard the freedoms and opportunities for future generations.
  • It's important to have affordable and accessible healthcare and prescription drugs. Addressing healthcare problems is most effective when patients and providers share decision-making free of excessive outside interference — particularly reproductive health and care for the LGBTQ+ community.
  • People should feel safe in their communities. The epidemic of gun violence continues to grow. Evidence-based, common sense, bi-partisan legislation is needed to address the threats to the safety and well-being of Coloradans.
  • My siblings and I were the first in our family to have a college education. I believe in the value of education and I want to ensure that all children in Colorado have a high-quality education and opportunities regardless of their zip code.
I'm passionate about high-quality, accessible, affordable healthcare for all Coloradans. I believe we have a responsibility to future generations to provide safe communities and schools, and high-quality education.
I look up to Martin Luther King Jr. because he dedicated his life to justice while advocating for nonviolence and rejecting hate.
I recommend “The Sum of Us” by Heather McGhee. The book illustrates how we can achieve so much more when we work together and celebrate our diversity.
An elected official should lead with kindness, treat others with respect and civility, and always be honest.
As a physician I have learned to listen, care, and look for evidenced-based solutions.
The core responsibility of elected officials is to listen to their constituents and to advocate for solutions to their problems and concerns.
A healthier and safer community.
The war in Vietnam. I was 10 years old at the start of the war. In hindsight, it revealed to me the dangers of polarization. I believe elected officials should set an example by working collaboratively.
My first job was delivering newspapers when I was 12 years old. At the beginning of my paper route, I rode my bike ladened with papers down a steep road when the bike went out from under me. The bike, the papers, and I slid down the icy road reaching the bottom of the hill. The bike and I survived, but there was a trail of papers all over the road. The papers were delivered, but a bit later than usual.
My favorite book is And There was Light: Abraham Lincoln and the American Struggle by John Meacham. It is a well-researched account of the many divisions that tore apart our nation and how one man’s decency and determination helped abolish slavery and save the Union.
Indiana Jones
Imagine by John Lennon
Maintaining a regular exercise program has always been challenging, but it is rewarding every time I do exercise.
I believe that the relationship between the governor and the state legislature should be respectful and collaborative in order to best serve the interests and needs of Coloradoans.
Colorado will need to manage its growth wisely while continuing to work at improving access to healthcare, ensuring safe communities, supporting education, and reducing housing costs.
Previous experience in government can be helpful. It is equally beneficial to bring in fresh ideas from individuals who do not have political experience, yet have expertise in other areas.
Yes, it is beneficial to build relationships with other legislators. So much more can be accomplished in a collegial, respectful environment.
US Representative Yadira Caraveo is a great role model because she is also a physician who wants to serve her community beyond her patient population. She has been quite effective in the state and US legislatures because she always seeks bi-partisan support for measures that benefit our state. She is also a great listener to her constituents.
No, I feel that I will be most effective on a local level. I look forward to learning more about the issues of concern in HD 64.
Every time I take my dog to the park the ducks try to bite him. That’s what I get for buying a pure bread dog.
Yes. I agree with the measures that are currently listed in Colorado HB 20-1426, which passed with overwhelming bi-partisan support. Emergency powers allow a governing body to quickly issue orders to protect life and property and may allow suspension of certain laws or regulations that could hinder emergency efforts. HB 20-1426 requires three public meetings per year during an emergency and also requires the governor to provide information to the Colorado general assembly on any executive orders issued in connection with the emergency.
I would introduce a bill that would improve healthcare, particularly in rural Colorado.
*Health and Human Services
  • Education
  • Energy and Environment
In a democracy, fiscal responsibility, transparency, and accountability are essential.
I am in favor of the current state ballot initiative process.

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Campaign finance summary

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Mark Matthews campaign contribution history
YearOfficeStatusContributionsExpenditures
2024* Colorado House of Representatives District 64Lost general$22,062 $18,949
Grand total$22,062 $18,949
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

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