Phil Weiser’s Running-Mate Play: Lesley Dahlkemper

July 23, 2026

by Scott K. James

3 min read

Jefferson County Commissioner Lesley Dahlkemper in an editorial collage about Phil Weiser's running-mate selection

A local-government résumé joins a statewide political ticket.

Written by Scott K. James

Phil Weiser picked Jefferson County Commissioner Lesley Dahlkemper to add local-government credibility to his gubernatorial ticket. The question is whether the ticket offers a course correction or Democratic continuity.

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