John Carson
RepublicanQ1 What advisory mechanisms will you implement to ensure that evidence and scientific findings play a crucial role in your policymaking process?
“In my work as a State Senator I regularly consult with experts in the scientific fields and will continue to do so as future legislation is considered.”
Q2 Colorado farmers are facing multiple threats, amidst water scarcity and rising prices for fertilizer and other imported materials. As agriculture is our #1 export sector, in what ways do you imagine using your role to support evidence-based advancements to protect and support our farmers and natural resources in the years ahead?
“I work with experts in the agriculture field and with farmers to understand the unique challenges they face. I will continue to support evidence based advancements as we work to assist our great farmers and ranchers in Colorado.”
Q3 America has a growing AI industry, supporting cutting-edge innovation but raising issues of resource use, privacy, and economics. What is the right balance of costs and benefits for new data center construction in Colorado, and how would your policies accomplish that balance?
“I support full disclosure, cost analysis, and public input and dialogue concerning data center proposals.”
Q4 Colorado has experienced a lingering measles outbreak since March of 2025. What evidence-based policies do you support to improve community and preventive health for your constituents, for infectious diseases and other threats?
“I will continue to consult regularly with the medical community on public health issues as I consider legislation as a State Senator.”
Q5 What are your opinions on the current state of science literacy, and how could K-12 education standards be adapted to form a better public understanding of and relationship building in science?
“We need to increase the amount of science education is our K-12 schools. This education is the basis of so many fields of medicine, public health, science and others. I will continue to support greater education in these areas as State Senator for Douglas County.”