Frisch Believes Boebert’s Performance Will Cost Her in Next Election
Adam Frisch, the Colorado Democrat who narrowly missed defeating Lauren Boebert in a surprising 2022 race, has launched his 2024 campaign with renewed optimism. He asserts that with just a bit more time and resources, he could have secured a victory. Frisch argues that Boebert’s perceived “dereliction of duty” will ultimately lead to her downfall in the upcoming election.
“You would think, having been the worst-performing Republican out of 435 in the country, there would be some self-reflection,” Frisch remarked to The Independent shortly after announcing his candidacy. He noted that many Republicans he has spoken with seem to lack this introspection.
The previous election, which was expected to be a landslide for Boebert, turned into a remarkably close contest that resulted in a recount. Boebert ultimately won by a mere 546 votes, though Frisch conceded before the results were final. His campaign focused on local issues and fostering bipartisan cooperation, contrasting sharply with Boebert’s MAGA-centric approach.
Frisch characterised Boebert’s political style as part of an “angertainment” industry, suggesting that this performance-driven approach nearly led to one of the most significant electoral defeats in recent history. Despite her close call, he expressed surprise that Boebert continues to dominate the national discourse without addressing local concerns.
He pointed out her lack of engagement with pressing issues in her district, such as the ongoing water crisis, healthcare, and inflation. Instead, he noted her recent focus on confrontational exchanges during congressional hearings, which he believes do not resonate with the pragmatic voters in her district.
Frisch highlighted the importance of being present and visible in the community, having travelled extensively throughout the sprawling 3rd congressional district during his last campaign. He believes this visibility will be crucial in his rematch.
His campaign announcement on 14 February was strategic, capitalising on the momentum from his previous run. Frisch identified three key challenges from last time: a limited campaign period, low name recognition, and financial disparities despite raising more funds than Boebert in the latter part of the campaign.
He expressed that with an additional financial boost or a few more weeks in the race, victory would have been within reach. Frisch has also noted a shift among moderate Republicans who previously felt unable to vote for a non-Republican, suggesting that many left their ballots blank due to doubts about the impact of their vote.
With increased name recognition and a belief that he can secure the necessary resources, Frisch feels optimistic about his chances this time around. He anticipates that his race against Boebert will be one of the most expensive and high-profile in the nation.
The Independent has reached out to Boebert’s office for a response.
