The Federalist: How Colorado’s Cory Gardner Turned The ‘War On Women’ Against Democrats

In a purple state that’s trending blue, Republicans understand they have little room for error. Rep. Cory Gardner (R-CO), once dubbed the “GOP Idea Man” by the Denver Post, was indubitably the candidate best suited to take on Sen. Mark Udall (D-CO) this November, and his candidacy has unified a fractured conservative base in Colorado.

Gardner, who currently represents the East Plains region of Colorado in the U.S. House of Representatives, is sufficiently conservative, affable, and disciplined. His campaign is widely regarded in Republican circles as one of the best in the country. With fewer than 30 days remaining in this race, Gardner has generated no scandals, no major gaffes, and no unforced errors.