District 35 supports Joyce Foster
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"Joyce has proven as a City Council person to have two very important characteristics: she is both a smart and effective leader. I have full faith in her ability to continue this kind of leadership in the Colorado Senate."
Bruce HoytSouthern Hills |
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"Joyce Foster clearly cares about people. In a time in which our state faces critical financial issues and horrendous stress we need more people oriented leaders like Joyce in the state Legislature."
Ray SpringfieldGlendale |
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"Joyce has an unusual competence and expertise in some of our most critical issues of transportation infrastructure, urban development, environmental quality and social justice. Her successes in bringing people together and getting workable and fiscally prudent solutions has been proven on Denver’s City Council and on the Denver Regional Council of Governments (DRCOG). We need her in the state Senate." Bert Melcher(Former Commissioner, Colorado Department of Highways and first Chair of the Board of Directors, RTD) |
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"When we were worried about the broken down University Hills shopping center, Joyce listened to the community and worked tirelessly to the redevelop the shopping center in a way the entire community appreciated. We need this kind of representation at the state level and Joyce is the woman to do it."
Dinah Layton and Peggy LaneU Hills |
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"I am a co-chair of House District 9B (HD9B). I got to know Joyce Foster on our trip to South Africa. I respect her for her integrity, resourcefulness, and compassion for people. She is a very loving, warm, and fun person."
Dr. Faye Rison(Co-Chair 9B) |
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"My husband and I have lived in University Hills for 48 years. During this time, we have seen many changes in this area. Through Joyce’s efforts and those of the University Hills Neighborhood Association, this area has been rejuvenated and has become a prime destination for families to come and live. I believe that Joyce Foster is the best candidate to succeed Ken Gordon in the Colorado Senate."Charlene St. JohnU Hills |
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"The Marine Corps taught me about leadership and Joyce personifies a great leader."Jim SyringCherry Point |
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"Joyce listens, considers and acts, keeping what is best for her constituents, the city and Colorado in the forefront. I am proud to call Joyce my friend and look forward to calling her my state senator."
Jane DiamondLighthouse at the Breakers |
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"Joyce speaks bi-partisan English: the skill of negotiating that lets all parties feel as though they have reached a satisfying solution."
Herb and Ro PadezenskyTamarac Hills |
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"Joyce Foster is someone you can trust. She truly cares about the needs of her constituents and has long worked to serve a diverse range of interests. This is why she is our choice for state Senate District 35."James and Rachel SimpsonMontclair |
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"Joyce’s courageous and tenacious representation of south and southeast Denver has benefited us all, not just in our region but all of Denver."Dick and Cec JusticeMontclair |
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"We support Joyce Foster because she gets things done, she has integrity, and she cares about people instead of her own agenda."Myra and David RiegerPromontory |
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"Joyce has my support because of her continued long-term dedication to serving the community."Mik VelezEast Gate |
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"Joyce served in the early days of Regional Emergency and Trauma Advisory Council (RETAC) development where she was a major voice in advocating for a strong and well coordinated emergency medical and trauma system for this heavily populated area. I know she will bring the same kind of courage and insight to the state Capitol."Stephanie Thomas(Denver Health Medical Center) |
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"Joyce was able to bring many projects to her district as a city councilwoman by working well with the Webb Administration. She already has a strong relationship with Gov. Ritter and together they will tackle the many tough issues facing the state."Mark Hogan(former Lt. Governor) |
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"As a former member and President of Denver City Council, Joyce Foster showed that she had the depth of knowledge about the issues that saved the city of Denver. We are convinced that as the state Legislator for District 35 she will bring those same qualities to the state Capitol. We urge you to join us in supporting her candidacy."Drs Samuel and Barbara BateyForest Park |
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"We support Joyce because of her can-do spirit, record of accomplishments on City Council and her ability to negotiate. She is an initiator and that is why we want Joyce to represent us."Tom and Ralphie LutreyWindsor Gardens |
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"Joyce has been my neighbor and through the years has shown herself to be a caring, enthusiastic and positive person that takes all points of view into consideration."Susan FoxLowry |
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"When you are responsible for public involvement for a major project like I was on T-REX, the last thing you want to hear is that a "politician" wants to be heavily involved — unless that person is Joyce Foster. Joyce not only brings the political smarts necessary to make projects happen, she also brings the empathy and ability to listen to all sides of an issue to ensure her constituents’ needs are truly met."Amy FordLowry |
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"Joyce represented us well in the City Council and she’ll do the same as our state Senator. We’re lucky to have a candidate of her quality to succeed Ken Gordon."Steven KatichLowry |
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"I’m voting for Joyce Foster because: 1) Ken Gordon, our current District 35 Senator and Colorado Senate Majority Leader, strongly endorses her as the best candidate to replace him in his term-limited position, 2) she served us well for 10 years on Denver City Council both as our representative and as President, and 3) she will continue to listen with an open mind to her constituents’ differing concerns and will work towards a reasonable, considered way to represent them. Joyce says, "I bring a willingness to listen to all sides and relentless determination to bring all sides to common sense answers and action." From my experience, I know this is an honest statement."Jan FrameLowry |
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"Joyce is results-oriented and a consensus-builder. When she served as our city council member, we contacted her about adding our neighborhood park to the Summer in the Parks program, and she quickly cut through the red tape to make it happen. Joyce cares about her constituents and knows how to get things done."Jamie and Mark IdelbergWillow Point |
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"Joyce’s leadership made the light rail Dayton Station a reality, which has made life, work, and play that much easier for all of us down south. She’s committed to expanding light rail and other alternative forms of transportation."Bill McMullenCherry Creek Townhomes |
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"Joyce proved she is willing and anxious to listen to her constituents. We need that kind of listener at the state Capitol."Jim and Sandy CorlettMayfair |
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"Joyce is for better healthcare for everyone, for education, and for a greener Denver."Dori and Bud RifkinHillcrest |
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"Joyce wasn’t afraid to stand up for what she believes in when she was on the Denver City Council. She faced numerous obstacles and worked hard for resolutions."Russell GreenMontclair |
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"Her 10 years on the City Council prepared Joyce for the state Legislature. She championed the causes of her constituents, whether it was the need for park improvements or activities for youth. She’ll bring that same dedication as our state Senator."Boyd SeefeldtHutchinson Hills |
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"Joyce Foster is an intelligent, dynamic, and a lovely woman who will bring a great deal of integrity to the state Senate."Dr. Marti FriednashLowry |
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"Joyce had a huge part in developing Bible Park which we and many others use everyday. She discovers areas that need to be improved and works to get the project done. Her election will be a great asset for our area." Guy and Julie HollidayBible Park |
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"Joyce never forgot the needs of south Denver residents and was our voice at the Denver City and County Building. We’re supporting her because we know she will serve Senate District 35 very well."John and Carolyn StoffelThree Fountains |
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"I came to know Joyce from her work with Jewish Family Service. She was very compassionate with immigrants and very understanding of the business community."Mort BlagerHolly Hills |
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"I have complete confidence in Joyce Foster’s knowledge, experience, and personal integrity. She will be an exceptional Senator for Colorado Senate District 35."Georgia MilsteinWindsor Gardens |
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"My family appreciates all of what Joyce did while on City Council, whether it was keeping Slavens open, the redevelopment of University Hills, the light rail down south, or the Skate Park downtown. Joyce did a great job on City Council and will continue to do a great job at the state Legislature."Val LunkaSouthern Hills |
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"I have known Joyce Foster for 20 years, and I can’t think of anyone who is more committed to bettering our community. Most importantly, Joyce listens. She really listens. She cares about people and their perspectives and will represent us well in the Colorado Senate."Susie SigmanPark Vista |
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"The Hilltop neighborhood found a friend in Joyce. We knew if we had a question or issue, she would listen and do her best to get results."Jan SharoffHilltop |


































