Jessie Danielson | |
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Member of the Colorado House of Representatives from the 24th district |
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Assumed office January 7, 2015 |
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Preceded by | Sue Schafer |
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Born | Greeley, CO |
Political party | Democratic |
Spouse(s) | Andrew |
Residence | Wheat Ridge, Colorado |
Alma mater | University of Colorado Boulder |
Website | jessiedanielson.com |
Jessie Danielson is an American politician. She is an elected member of the Colorado House of Representatives from Wheat Ridge, Colorado. A Democrat, Danielson was first elected in the November 4, 2014 general election. Danielson represents State House District 24, which encompasses Wheat Ridge, Golden, Edgewater, Applewood, Fairmount, Mountain View, and Lakeside. The district is entirely within Jefferson County.
Danielson is a resident of Wheat Ridge. She was born in Greeley and was raised on her family's farm near Ault, graduating from Highland High School. She is a graduate of the University of Colorado Boulder. Her work experience includes America Votes working on election strategy and public policy, NARAL Pro-Choice Colorado as Political Director, and an independent living center that assists the disabled in living independently.
Danielson is a former chair of the board of directors for Emerge Colorado, and a former board member of both NARAL Pro-Choice Colorado and ProgressNow Colorado.
On January 12, 2014, incumbent State Representative Sue Schafer opted out of seeking a fourth term. On January 21, 2014, Danielson announced her candidacy in a press release.