ENDORSEMENTS
2026 Charlie Kirk 2A Defender of the Year
Given to leaders on the front lines of defending the Second Amendment. It recognizes Teddy's years of unpaid advocacy at the Capitol fighting anti-gun legislation.
Colorado Chamber of Commerce
The statewide voice of Colorado business, representing employers of every size and industry. Its endorsement signals that Teddy is trusted to protect jobs, grow the economy, and keep Colorado competitive.
NFIB Colorado
Represents more than 5,700 Colorado small business owners, the backbone of our economy. NFIB endorses only candidates who will fight overregulation and protect Main Street job creators.
Fraternal Order of Police, Colorado State Lodge
Colorado's largest organization of sworn law enforcement officers, with more than 10,000 members in 67 local lodges. The men and women who keep our communities safe trust Teddy to stand with them.
Colorado Farm Bureau PAC
Representing more than 23,000 farm and ranch families across 45 county Farm Bureaus. Its support reflects Teddy's commitment to water rights, agriculture, and rural communities.
National Rifle Association
America's oldest civil rights organization, representing millions of gun owners nationwide. Its endorsement confirms Teddy as a proven, uncompromising defender of the right to keep and bear arms.
Colorado State Shooting Association
The official NRA state association for Colorado, defending gun owners, sportsmen, and shooting clubs since 1926. CSSA is the leading pro-gun lobbying force at the Capitol and has fought alongside Teddy there.
Colorado Association of REALTORS®
Colorado's largest professional trade association, representing more than 23,000 REALTORS® statewide. Its endorsement shows confidence in Teddy's plan to protect property rights and make housing affordable.
Colorado Home Builders Association
Represents the builders who construct homes for Colorado families. Its support reflects Teddy's commitment to cutting red tape and lowering the cost of housing.
Pipefitters Local Union #208
Representing skilled pipefitters and tradesmen across Colorado since 1902. A labor union endorsing Teddy shows his support reaches working families across party lines.
IEC Colorado (Independent Electrical Contractors)
Represents independent electrical contractors and trains the next generation of electricians. Its endorsement reflects Teddy's support for skilled trades and free enterprise.
Colorado Independent Contractor Coalition
Represents Coloradans who work for themselves as independent contractors. Its endorsement reflects Teddy's defense of every Coloradan's freedom to choose how they earn a living.
SCI Colorado (Safari Club International, Colorado Chapter)
Colorado's voice for hunters, dedicated to protecting the rights of hunters and conserving wildlife. SCI Colorado defends hunting, fishing and gun owners' rights, and its support reflects Teddy's commitment to Colorado's hunting heritage and outdoor way of life.
ACEC Colorado (American Council of Engineering Companies)
Represents 260 engineering firms and 12,500 Coloradans who design our roads, bridges and water systems. Their support reflects Teddy's commitment to smart infrastructure and small business.
Green Industries of Colorado
Represents Colorado's landscape, nursery, and horticulture businesses. Its support reflects Teddy's commitment to small businesses and sensible water policy.
Colorado State Senator Mark Baisley
Stepping down from this seat after this year and endorsing Teddy Collins as his replacement.
"I am grateful for the honor of serving as State Senator for the Counties of Chaffee, Custer, Douglas, Fremont, Jefferson, Lake, Park and Teller. As I move on to a new calling, it is important to me who will take on the tremendous responsibility of representing Senate District 4 beginning next year. My endorsement goes to Teddy Collins.
I have watched Teddy Collins assert common sense solutions at the Colorado State Capitol with an unwavering commitment to liberty, our Constitution and the conservative values that make this country great.
As a faithful, Godly man who leads with integrity, Teddy consistently stands for American founding principles including a strong defense of the Second Amendment. As a respected and successful small business owner, he brings real-world experience and common-sense leadership to every issue.
I proudly endorse Teddy Collins, stand firmly behind him, and am confident that he will serve with courage, conviction, and an unwavering dedication to God, family, and country.”
Fremont County Commissioner and former Colorado Senate President Kevin Grantham
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"Teddy Collins understands the financial challenges Coloradans face and is ready to push back on the single party control that has locked us into this unaffordability crisis. Central Colorado taxpayers need his energy and fight at the Capitol."
Teller County Sheriff Jason Mikesell
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“I have known Teddy Collins for quite a while, and there is no better person I would back in this race than Teddy Collins for Senate District 4. Teddy is no nonsense, a fighter, and tough on crime. He stands firmly with law enforcement and believes in law and order, which is exactly what our communities need right now.
You can see Teddy’s commitment through his activism at the Capitol, his strong support for the Second Amendment, his defense of parental rights, and his unwavering stance for individual liberties. These are values that matter deeply to the people of Teller County and to the state of Colorado.
I am confident that sending Teddy Collins to the Gold Dome is the best decision we can make for our constituents and for our state.”
Douglas County Sheriff Darren Weekly
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"As a Colorado native and the Sheriff of Douglas County, I have spent my career focused on one thing: the safety and security of our community. That is why I am proud to support Teddy Collins.
Teddy isn’t a career politician; he’s a father and a successful entrepreneur who knows the value of hard work and fiscal responsibility. He has shown a firm commitment to supporting our first responders and shares my dedication to strengthening school security to protect our children.
In the State Senate, Teddy will be a common-sense voice for our district defending our constitutional rights, protecting TABOR, and fighting to keep Colorado affordable. He has the experience and integrity we need to lead. Please join me in supporting Teddy Collins for State Senate.."
El Paso County Sheriff Joseph Roybal
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“He demonstrates a deep commitment to American values and has a proven record of defending the Constitution while supporting public safety efforts alongside law enforcement. A man of faith, Teddy brings a strong moral compass to his leadership and decision-making. His depth of character is evident in his roles as a devoted father, husband, and business owner. Teddy understands the needs of Colorado families, entrepreneurs, and both rural and urban communities, and he will be a steadfast defender of our freedoms and the rule of law.”
Custer County Sheriff Rich Smith
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Election season brings a flood of endorsements, and I don't give mine lightly. When a candidate asks for my support, I look hard at two things: whether they have the integrity and leadership to do the job well, and whether they have a strong network to turn to for help and advice.
Most of us have seen the damage a micromanager can do to an organization, and the damage is even greater in government. I look for leaders who see the big picture and think strategically, because you can't lead without a vision and a long-term plan. We need bridge builders, not dividers. We need people who can work with both parties and find ways to make progress together.
Teddy Collins is that leader. He had a vision for a business and built it into a success, leading his employees and growing a profitable company. At the State Capitol, he worked to protect our constitutional rights. He has relationships across state and local government that he can draw on to move his vision, and ours, of a better Colorado forward.
Most importantly, Teddy keeps God and his family first. Serving in the Senate will bring hard days and tough decisions. When those times come, his faith and his family will give him the strength to stand firm.
Please join me in voting for Teddy Collins for Colorado Senate District 4."
Congressman Jeff Crank (Colorado CD5)
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“We need strong conservative leaders to fight for our rights and way of life in Rural Colorado. I’m proud to support Teddy Collins for the Colorado Senate and encourage the voters of Senate District 4 to send a strong voice and a proven fighter to Denver.”
- Congressman Jeff Crank
Jarvis Caldwell - Colorado Republican House Minority Leader
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“I proudly endorse Teddy Collins for Colorado Senate District 4, having worked alongside him for years in Capitol activism to combat anti-liberty and anti-family legislation. As a frontline fighter, he defends the Constitution, stands for families, and mobilizes grassroots conservatives exactly the proven leader with courage and conviction SD4 needs to restore common sense in Denver and protect our freedoms.”
Colorado State Senator Barb Kirkmeyer
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"It has been my privilege to serve the people of Colorado and to fight for responsible conservative leadership that respects taxpayers, defends individual liberty, and keeps government accountable. As voters consider who should represent Senate District 4, it is important to choose a leader with both conviction and real-world experience. That leader is Teddy Collins.
Teddy Collins understands that good policy is grounded in common sense and fiscal responsibility. As a successful small business owner, he knows firsthand how government decisions affect families, job creators, and local communities. He brings that practical experience to every issue, along with a deep respect for the Constitution and the freedoms it protects.
I have watched Teddy consistently stand up for conservative values, including defending the Second Amendment, protecting parental rights, and pushing back against wasteful spending and government overreach. He is thoughtful, principled, and unafraid to take a stand when it matters most.
Teddy Collins is the kind of leader Colorado needs someone who will fight for taxpayers, prioritize public safety, and serve with integrity. I am proud to endorse Teddy Collins for Colorado State Senate District 4 and encourage voters to support him as he works to protect our values and our future.”
Colorado House Republican Minority Whip Carlos Barron
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“I am proud to give my full endorsement to Teddy Collins for Senate District 4.
I have known Teddy for a couple of years, and during that time I have seen him as a constant presence at the Capitol, standing up for people’s liberty, constitutional rights, and the Second Amendment. He consistently shows up, does the work, and never hesitates to step in when it matters most. I have seen firsthand how he fights to stop bad bills and works just as hard to advance good legislation. He understands the process, and more importantly, he knows how to get things done.
Teddy does not just know how to get results, he knows how to lead. As a business owner and entrepreneur who employs members of our community, including veterans, he understands the responsibility that comes with creating jobs and supporting families. He knows what matters around the kitchen table and what matters most to Coloradans.
And he does all of this as a volunteer, unpaid, which shows his true commitment. He is motivated not by recognition or a paycheck, but by his dedication to the people of his district and the Coloradans who too often feel left behind or forgotten.
He is not seeking this as a pay raise, as so many do, or to advance a political career. He is coming into this as a true stakeholder in our community, someone who has real things to fight for his family, his values, and the people of his district.
He is a staunch defender of the Constitution, a devoted father of two daughters, a man of integrity, and a committed Christian. I cannot think of anyone better to represent Senate District 4 or anyone I would rather work alongside.
Teddy Collins has my full support and my strongest endorsement.”
Colorado State Representative Scott Bottoms
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“I am proud to endorse Teddy Collins for Colorado Senate District 4. Teddy is a proven conservative leader, small business owner, and unapologetic defender of our constitutional rights. He understands what families and job creators are up against because he’s lived it.
I trust Teddy to stand firm on our values, push back against government overreach, and fight for the people of Senate District 4 at the State Capitol. Teddy Collins has my full support.”
Colorado State Representative Ava Flanell
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“I have known Teddy Collins for years, and I have proudly stood shoulder to shoulder with him on the front lines defending our Second Amendment rights and fighting for liberty. I have seen his character up close, not just in public, but in the moments that matter most.
Teddy is a business owner, a devoted father, and a genuinely good man who cares deeply about his family, his community, and the future of Colorado. I have testified alongside him at the Capitol, worked with him through the Colorado State Shooting Association, and watched him consistently step up when our constitutional rights were under attack.
He is thoughtful and respectful, but he is not afraid to fight when our values are on the line. Teddy shows up. He does the work. And he stands firm in his principles. He has the courage and conviction we need in the State Senate. Most importantly he's a Team Player which is much needed in the Gold Dome.
I look forward to serving alongside Teddy when he becomes the next State Senator for Senate District 4. I can think of no one better to represent the people of SD4 and fight for our freedoms at the Capitol. I am proud to give my full endorsement to Teddy Collins.”
Colorado State Representative Chris Richardson
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“Teddy Collins does not just talk about conservative values. He has a proven record of fighting for them. He has stood up for the Second Amendment, defended families and small businesses, and pushed back against government overreach. I am proud to endorse Teddy Collins for State Senate and confident he will serve with integrity and strength.”
Kurt Huffman - Huffman Gunsmithing - Former Colorado State Representative - House District 43
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“Over the last several years I have seen Teddy Collins work, heard him speak, and watched him become a grassroots leader on behalf of our Colorado Second Amendment Rights.
Teddy Collins has always been an industry champion at the Colorado State Capitol in our fight against continuing legislation, regulation, and taxation of our Colorado Firearms Industry.
I also commend Teddy Collins leadership roles at the Colorado Federal Firearms Licensees Association, Colorado State Shooting Association, and in his own community as a Colorado Springs firearms dealer.
Teddy Collins' commitment is not solely due to conservative values and principled leadership but is actually the result of his entrepreneurial spirit and personal struggles as a Colorado small business owner.
Personally I know if it was not for the unrelenting commitment of Teddy Collins I would have lost my Federal Firearms License last year like so many other fellow firearms dealers and gunsmiths.
My goal is to elect Teddy Collins to the Colorado Senate to be an equally strong voice against Senator Tom Sullivan and anti-gun liberals to preserve our Colorado Second Amendment Rights.
I provide my full endorsement and personal gratitude to Teddy Collins.”
Park County Commissioner District 2 Jason Gemmer
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“Teddy Collins stands out to me for three qualities that make him the best choice for this office: charisma, tactical wit, and passion. As if in a pit of vipers or in the often-contentious arena of public service, charisma is essential to hold attention and build consensus. Tactical wit provides the quick thinking necessary to defend principles and respond effectively to challenges. Passion is the driving force that sustains focus and commitment day after day.
I have had the pleasure of meeting Teddy on the campaign trail and at local events. In our conversations I discovered that we share a common conviction: when you see issues that need change, you must be the change — and that starts by leading where you live. Whether through citizen initiatives, town councils, city boards, or county government, Teddy has shown a consistent willingness to get involved and to lead by example. That commitment to local leadership is, in my view, one of his most admirable qualities.
I recognize that no single party or ideology holds all the answers. There is one clear point to make, republican party is not the answer to all your problems, but I can assure you that the current democrat values are the creation to nearly all your problems. So as a part of leading where you live it is very important to find 7 to 10 like-minded acquaintances and hold each other accountable to vote for Teddy Collins and ask each other to do the same.
My endorsement is based on Teddy's character and his demonstrated dedication to serving our communities. I believe his values and abilities will serve Colorado and District 4 well.”
Teddy Collins is also proud to be endorsed by:
Ray Elliott, President, Colorado State Shooting Association (CSSA)
Huey Laugesen, Executive Director, Colorado State Shooting Association (CSSA)
Nicholas Rodgers, Host, Big Timber Lodge Podcast
John Anderson
Grant Van Der Jagt
Rick Castor . Former Fremont County Republican Central Committee Chair
Tom Goodwin
Connie Goodwin