“I am proud to represent the people of rural Colorado. For me, the right choice has never been about politics – the right choice is what rings best with rural values. We need to work together and do what’s best for our communities.” – Congressman John Salazar

A veteran and lifelong farmer, John Salazar has put his natural understanding of rural values to work as rural Colorado’s voice in Congress.

Putting the principles of hard work, honesty, integrity ahead of partisanship, Congressman Salazar has been an effective advocate for rural communities.

Congressman Salazar is one of only a handful of active farmers in Congress and he still works the land his family has been farming for six generations.

With his seat on the Agriculture Committee, Congressman Salazar is working on the 2007 Farm Bill to protect the interests of family farmers. In Congressman Salazar, local producers have found a strong advocate who understands their needs firsthand.

As the only Coloradoan on the powerful Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, Congressman Salazar has been in a unique position to make sure the rural Colorado receives its fair share of federal tax dollars.

Congressman Salazar secured a record $50 million for much needed highway development in rural Colorado. Rural development has been ignored for years and Congressman Salazar remains dedicated to securing federal funding for local water and development projects

Congressman Salazar is also the only veteran from the Colorado delegation.

With a father who served in World War II and a son who served in the National Guard, Congressman Salazar has been committed to keeping the promises our nation made to veterans, service members, and their families.

The Colorado State Board of Veteran’s Affairs recently awarded Congressman Salazar the title “Outstanding Colorado Legislator”. Congressman Salazar’s efforts on behalf of our veterans have been recognized nationally as well, earning him a much coveted seat on the Veteran’s Affairs Committee.

Congressman Salazar and his wife, Mary Lou, have been married for nearly 30 years. The couple has three sons: Jesus, Esteban, and Miguel and one grandson: Charlie.