Denver mayor candidates aren’t offering voters a clear vision

Last week, I went to Denver to meet with colleagues. As I arrived, I was struck by how glad I was to not to live in Denver — at least not right now.

Clearly, I’m one of the few people not running for Denver mayor, or I’d never admit to that thought. But I share the sentiment not to disparage what Denver is or can be, but rather to highlight the heaviness that I think at least some undecided voters might be feeling. Hear me out.

I’ve spent years working in and around Denver. I want to like the city; I love what urban centers can offer, including arts, culture and dining. 

But it’s no secret that Denver doesn’t feel as happy as it once did. For all the incredible things it has to offer, there are a lot of serious problems that need to be addressed; and…