Setting the Record Straight
It is my policy as Chair of the Colorado Democratic Party to interview all potential candidates for public office. It provides an opportunity to help them evaluate why they are running, what resources (internal as well as external) can they bring to the race, and whether there are other ways to accomplish their objectives.
Running for office is an awesome responsibility. An additional responsibility of the officers of the party is to be respectful and helpful. We try very hard to do that. Not everyone is pleased with the outcome. But leadership means that you seek the common good.