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Karla Esser

Democratic · Colorado · 2026

On the November 3 ballot for Member, Colorado State Board of Education, 7th Congressional District, Colorado

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Member, Colorado State Board of Education, 7th Congressional District
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Top priorities

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  • Increase funding and resources for Colorado schools
  • Establish measurable accountability standards for schools
  • Take a multilateral approach to school safety and opposes arming teachers
Biography

Karla Esser is a teacher with 20 years of classroom experience and is a candidate for the Colorado State Board of Education, District 7, per her campaign site.

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On the ballot

Member, Colorado State Board of Education, 7th Congressional DistrictColorado · 2026Broomfield County sample ballot

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