Valdamar in the News
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Interview with Kyle Clark
Valdamar joined Kyle for Tuesday's Next conversation, saying he doesn't think state party leaders' anti-gay rhetoric speaks for most Colorado Republicans. (click here)
Valdamar Archuleta, GOP candidate for CO-1 in-studio on Day 1 of DNC
Valdamar Archuleta, joins Ryan live in-studio for the full show to discuss his race in Colorado’s 1st Congressional District. (click here for podcast and written transcript)
Colorado GOP’s attack on Pride Month met with disappointment, disgust
Republican Valdamar Archuleta heard about the email before he even saw it. (click here to read story)
Valdamar Archuleta Rejects State GOP Endorsement
After careful consideration and review of the email sent out by the Colorado State GOP with the subject line "God Hates Pride" I can not accept the endorsement from the state party. (click here to read story)
GOP’s Valdamar Archuleta condemns Colorado party chair
On this week’s “Colorado Point of View,” GOP congressional candidate Valdamar Archuleta condemns state party Chair Dave Williams after anti-LGBTQ messages were sent to supporters, including a social media post that called for the burning of pride flags. (click here for story)
The Log Cabin Republican Running for Congress
Valdamar Archuleta, the president of Colorado’s Log Cabin Republicans — the Republican organization dedicated to representing LGBTQ conservatives — is running against long-serving U.S. Rep. Dianna DeGette (D-CO) this November. (click here to read story)
‘Demon’ email from Colorado GOP ‘narrow-minded,’ LGBTQ Republicans say
Valdamar Archuleta, right, executive director of the Log Cabin Republicans of Colorado, attends the 2023 Denver Pride parade on June 25 on Colfax Avenue in downtown Denver. Weston Imer, member of the national GOP youth council and son of former Colorado congressional candidate Laurel Imer, is center in hat. (click here to read story)
The Gay-Bashing Email Splitting Colorado’s Republican Party
....Valdamar Archuleta, a Republican congressional candidate in Denver and the president of the state chapter of the Log Cabin Republicans, a group for gay members of the G.O.P., repudiated the state party’s endorsement over its anti-gay language. “I do think this is going to be a movement that’s going to force Colorado Republicans to kind of wake up and say, ‘All right, we can’t just sit back and give up on our state and let the fringe element of the party control the party,’” (click here to read story)
LIVE from Windsor Gardens
A public meeting on June 20th, 2024 from Windsor Gardens, Denver with. Valdamar Archuleta is a Candidate for Colorado Congressional District 1 (Denver). (Click here)
Skin In The Game Podcast
LIVE from the Denver March Powwow with the Skin In The Game Podcast. Interview with Anthony Chavez with the Skin in the Game Podcast recorded LIVE from the 2024 Denver March Powwow. (Click here)
Interview with Ryan Schuiling
June 4, 2024 interview with Ryan Schuiling on the Ross Kaminsky on KOA Newsradio. regarding Valdamar's rejection of the endorsement from the Colorado State GOP. (Click here)
Colorado GOP candidate condemns state party chair
Under Chair Dave Williams, the Colorado GOP posted a message to "burn all the Pride flags this June." Republican candidate Valdamar Archuleta, who's running for the 1st Congressional District seat, joins Ashley Michels on "Colorado Point of View" and condemns the message. (Click here)
Tuxes & Tomahawks Podcast
July 2024, Valdamar Archuleta is a candidate for Congress in CD-1 in Denver, Colorado. He was born and raised in Colorado, and went on to graduate from George Washington high school. After spending several years living in New York City working with his church, he decided to return home to help out his community here. Returning from the Big Apple, he witnessed the gradual destruction of a place that that he called home almost all of his life. From uncontrolled crime, rampant homelessness, and unaffordability, Denver is a reflection of where America is at today. He is not a millionaire. He doesn't have a fancy degree. He is not a politician. He is a proud Denver resident who knows that we can't afford to fall short due to the failings of D.C. yet again. It's time to do something different in Washington. (Click here)
Baptize Machine Podcast
In this episode of "The Baptize Machine," Hans sits down with Valdamar Archuleta, a conservative gay Hispanic candidate running for Congress in Denver, to uncover the motivations driving his candidacy and the vision he holds for his community. Valdemar passionately articulates the need for a fresh perspective in urban communities, challenging the status quo and advocating for inclusivity within the Republican Party. He hopes to beat Diane Degette, incumbent democrat in November 24’. As they delve into the intricacies of his campaign, Valdemar shares insights into the challenges faced by Republicans in Denver and the significance of grassroots support. With unwavering determination, he addresses pressing issues such as immigration, homelessness, and the necessity of term limits for politicians. Amidst discussions about his stance on controversial topics and the balancing act of his campaign, Valdemar offers glimpses into his personal life, from his devotion to the Avs to his hobby of photography. Thoughtful reflections on conspiracy theories, drug decriminalization, and environmental protection reveal his nuanced approach to governance and community engagement. Throughout the conversation, Valdemar's commitment to open dialogue and unity shines through, emphasizing the importance of communication in bridging divides. As the episode concludes, listeners are encouraged to explore his campaign further on social media platforms and his website, inspired by his dedication to effecting positive change in Denver and beyond. (Click here)