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Wilma Webb, CO State Representative 1980 to 1993

“Affordability caused by regressive economic decisions, is the issue on everyone’s mind, and Wanda James is the kind of problem solver Denver and the nation need.  

We have watched her fight on every level, from electing strong Democrats, building businesses, to serving in Higher Education, always putting community first. She has lived the challenges facing working families and understands what is at stake for Denver and the nation.  We know Wanda will bring that same determination to make a real upward and forward positive difference for all of us. It is now time for a new generation of leadership.”

Denver City-Zen

Change is in the air. It’s time for Denver to elect a fresh voice to Congress; one reflecting the energy, interests and diversity of our City.

 I am proud to endorse Wanda James for the Colorado’s 1st Congressional District. Wanda is a U.S. Navy veteran, accomplished small business owner and the first Black woman to represent Colorado’s 1st Congressional District on the University of Colorado Board of Regents.

 She brings deep experience in governance, business and public service. From creating jobs and mentoring young entrepreneurs to championing equity and opportunity, Wanda is responsive, transparent, and focused on solutions.

 Wanda is just the leader Greater Denver needs to represent our dynamic and diverse interests. Please join me in supporting Wanda James for Congress.

Former Speaker of the Colorado House of Representatives.

I am proud to endorse my friend Wanda James for Congress in Colorado’s First Congressional District.

 Wanda has been a trailblazer her entire life—whether as a military officer, successful entrepreneur, or outspoken advocate for equity and opportunity. She has consistently demonstrated the courage, vision, and commitment to justice that Colorado and our nation need in this critical moment.

Her leadership is rooted in lived experience, integrity, and an unshakable devotion to building a fairer, more inclusive future. Wanda will be a powerful voice for working families, for small business owners, and for communities too often left behind.

I urge my friends, neighbors, and all voters in the First District to join me in supporting Wanda James for Congress.

Denver Civic Leader

“Wanda is a bold and visionary force who reflects the true spirit of Denver. She embodies the entrepreneurial drive of our city and has inspired the next generation of leaders through her business success, her public service, and her constant presence in our community. Wanda has taken on the toughest challenges in government, showing people what is possible. She brings people together and makes government work for everyone, not just the privileged few.”

Denver Businesswoman and Community Leader

As a lifelong Denver businesswoman and public servant, I have seen how critical it is to have leaders who are connected to the full diversity of our community and who fight for those most impacted by inequity. Representation matters, not just in words but in action.

That is why I am endorsing Wanda James. She leads with heart, courage, and lived experience. Wanda has spent her life breaking barriers, creating opportunity, and standing up for the people and communities too often left out of the conversation.

After more than thirty years with the same representation, Denver deserves new leadership that truly reflects who we are today. Wanda James understands our city, our struggles, and our strength. I am proud to support her for Colorado’s 1st Congressional District.

Entrepreneur and Former Editor of the Denver Post 

Denver deserves leadership in Washington that is steeped in the dreams and struggles of everyday people in our city. After nearly  thirty years of the same representation, it is time for a change.

I support Wanda James because she is a leader who never wavers. She shows up when it matters most and she fights for what is right, even when it is not easy. Over the years, I have seen her build businesses, lift up young leaders, and challenge systems that hold people back. Wanda does not just talk about change, she lives it.

As someone who spent a career holding leaders accountable, I know authenticity when I see it. 

We need a fighter, with new ideas, and lived experience to meet the challenges in Washington. 

Wanda James brings the full package and that’s why I’m proud to endorse her  candidacy for Colorado’s 1st Congressional District.

Denver and National Restauranteur

“Wanda’s love for Denver shows in everything she does. She has created jobs, supported community growth, and fought to ensure employees are supported with living wages. She does not just talk about small businesses, she has built them from the ground up and opened doors so others can succeed. I have seen her stand with entrepreneurs and workers with the same passion she brings to every fight. Wanda James will take that drive, that vision, and that heart to Washington, and small businesses everywhere will have a powerful voice on their side.”

America stands at a critical crossroads. Our Constitution and Rule of Law are under attack. Families are struggling with the crushing weight of affordability.  Health insurance is out of reach for the middle class and the poor. Our education system faces unprecedented strain, even as books are banned while military assault rifles grow in number.  Growing global instability only deepens the risk of new conflicts.

These challenges demand leadership grounded in experience, empathy, and courage.

After more than thirty years of the same representation and a muted voice, Denver deserves a leader in Congress who truly reflects the city we are today and the nation we aspire to be.

That is why I am proud to endorse Wanda James.  As a veteran, she understands the human cost of war and that our military should never be turned against American residents. As a business owner, she knows firsthand the realities of economic struggle and the harm caused by misguided trade and tariff policies.  As a CU Regent, she has consistently championed access to education and opportunity for every student and the vital importance of diversity in leadership. 

Wanda’s leadership is rooted in real-life experience, integrity, and unwavering commitment to service.  She honors her Oath to the Constitution, an oath that, once taken, never expires.

As a leader in Colorado’s legal community and a lifelong Denver resident of 79 years, I know the value of leadership that embodies honor, accountability, and excellence.  Wanda James represents these values. She is the strong, clear voice that Denver and America urgently need in Congress today.

CU Regent Emerita and First Latino Chair of the Board

Denver and Colorado are growing and changing in remarkable ways. Our families, students, and small businesses need leadership in Washington that understands these changes and is ready to meet the moment. It is time for a new voice.

I am proud to endorse Wanda James for Congress. As a U.S. Navy veteran, accomplished business owner, and the first Black woman in 43 years elected to represent Colorado’s 1st Congressional District on the University of Colorado Board of Regents, Wanda has proven she is a strong and thoughtful leader. She listens to her community and stands firm for fairness and opportunity.

During my time as a Regent and as the first Latino to chair the board, I saw how important it is to have leaders who are present, prepared, and fearless in advocating for students and families. Wanda brings those qualities and more. Her record of service and her deep roots in Denver show that she is ready to lead at the highest level.

It is time for new leadership that reflects the energy and multiple perspectives of all people in Denver. I fully support Wanda James to represent Colorado’s 1st Congressional District.

Former Assistant Professor of Naval Science, Teaching Professor Emeriti of Political Science, CDR USN (ret.)

“I have known Wanda since she was a midshipman at the Naval ROTC Battalion and a student at the University of Colorado Boulder. As one of only three women and the only African American in the program, she always stood out with strength and purpose. Since then, I have watched her grow into a voice for Colorado and for our nation, supporting Democrats at home and across the country. From helping elect Congressman Jared Polis, President Barack Obama, and Vice President Kamala Harris, to running campaigns for fellow veteran Lt. Col. Jay Fawcett in CD5, Wanda has always answered the call to serve. She continues to mentor the NROTC Battalion she still calls home, proving that she never runs from a tough fight and always makes time for the people around her.”

CU Denver Student Body President Emeritus

“Regent James has always shown up for students. She speaks at our celebrations, stands with us when we ask for support, and never hesitates to mentor or guide us through difficult moments. When our campus faced challenges like the antiwar protests, Wanda was there to listen, advise, and help us navigate those conversations with courage and clarity. She is a true advocate for students and an example of the kind of leader we aspire to be.”