RTD needs help
I'm Chris Nicholson
A transit rider trusted by Denver.
Here's how we fix RTD together.
Your time is valuable.
Here's why you should vote for me.
I actually ride RTD. I've taken over 300 trips this year. RTD needs frequent transit riders on the board and I'm the only one running.
I can make change happen. I co-wrote a common sense plan to fix reliability and safety. Seven RTD candidates signed on. I'm the only candidate endorsed by members of the RTD Board.
I'm doing the work. I attend the RTD meetings, advocate, criticize, testify, and work regularly with city, state, and RTD leaders, far more than my opponents.
Denver supports me. The Mayor, city councilors, state legislators, transit leaders, unions, community organizations all endorsed me because they know I give a damn and will do what is necessary to deliver better transit.
Here's my phone number. (303) 335-9728. Give me a call, a text, or email me. Voters deserve representatives who will step up. I'll be there to help and I take that responsibility seriously.
I offer specifics. I'm the first candidate to release a sustainability plan vetted by Colorado climate experts. My opponent is running on climate vibes. This issue demands solutions.
Meet Chris
Clockwise: A family photo, At a bus stop, At Union Station.
I'm running for the RTD Board of Directors in District A — here in Central Denver — because I rely on RTD and I know we can do better.
I've been politically engaged for as long as I can remember. In high school I learned to code and starting in college I got involved, using technology to help Democrats win elections. I built my professional career in public policy, technology, and professional politics.
I've spent my adult life fighting for change, first by electing great people, and next, helping craft policy solutions for immigrant entrepreneurs navigating our broken immigration system.
Outside of work, I'm active in LGBT life, a strong advocate for more housing as a leader of YIMBY Denver, a member of Upper Downtown's Registered Neighborhood Organization, Greater Denver Transit, and a proud and busy Democrat.
Endorsements
“I'm proud to endorse Chris Nicholson for RTD Board District A. Building a vibrant Denver means having a robust, safe, and accessible public transit network, and I'm confident Chris will bring the perspective and dedication RTD needs to deliver that reality for Denverites.”
“Chris is a dedicated fighter for organized labor. He knows labor is at the core of effective public transit and i trust him to stand up for fair wages and good working conditions for all.”
"Chris knows effective transit is fundamental to a just society. His focus on equity, on building a system all of us can trust and rely on, is exactly what RTD needs right now."
“Chris is effective. As a political staffer, a public policy advocate, and a technologist, he has guided me through countless moments, first as a professional, and now a good friend. His guidance is exactly what RTD needs right now.”
“We need people committed to multimodal transportation. Chris knows this and believes strongly in offering quality alternatives to driving. Chris also lives these values as a full time RTD rider and dedicated advocate for safe, accessible transit.”
“As a CU Denver professor and Regent, and a longtime user of RTD, I know transit access is critical to student success. I'm supporting Chris because he will fight for a system that actually works.”
“Chris has a clear, coherent vision about how to make RTD work better. His priority is to improve the quality of the user experience, and he has the policy savvy, technical knowledge, and collegiality to guide RTD towards that goal. If you believe it’s time to have a public transit system worthy of this great city, vote for Chris.”
"I’ve known Chris since he moved to Colorado. RTD is his main mode of transportation, so he’s very familiar with the issues. He’s got the experience and great ideas to help improve the ridership experience on RTD. For that reason, I’m enthusiastically supporting Chris."
A Commitment to Riders
RTD has major problems, but no one can fix them alone. So I got together with six other RTD candidates and we agreed on a plan. You can read about it here or visit FixRTD.com.
Together we'll make RTD:
Get in touch
The first step in fixing something is knowing exactly how it's broken. I want to hear from you about your experiences with RTD and how it has affected your community.
Call or text me at 303-335-9728 or email chrisexample@chrisforRTD.com.
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