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April 20, 2026
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Colorado Corn Growers Association Endorses Shannon Bird for the CO-08 Democratic Primary
CO-08 is One of the Most Agriculturally-Productive Districts in the Country
Westminster, Colorado – Today, the Colorado Corn Growers Association endorsed Shannon Bird for the Democratic primary in the Eighth Congressional District. The district is home to Weld County, one of the nation’s top agriculturally-producing counties, as well as Adams and Larimer Counties, which have significant agricultural presence.
“During her time in the State Legislature, Shannon Bird was a champion for corn growers and Colorado’s ag producers. She is the only Democratic candidate running for CD8 who supports Colorado farmers and I am confident she will fight for us in Congress,” said Jeff Self, President of the Colorado Corn Growers Association.
“I’m honored to have the endorsement of the Colorado Corn Growers Association,” said Shannon Bird. “Our corn growers feed our nation and the whole world, and I’ll continue to be their champion in Congress.”
About Shannon Bird
Shannon was raised by a single mom and her grandmother, who dealt blackjack and used her tips to help Shannon get through college. They taught her how to work hard, give back and fight for what’s right.
With a passion for improving education for every student, Shannon started in public service by volunteering in her kids’ classrooms and co-founded an organization that empowers students, parents, teachers, and communities to create more equitable local schools. She led a bond measure campaign for the Adams 12 district in 2014 to fix and improve local schools, leading to her serving on the Westminster City Council and then in the Colorado State House, where she served for three years on the Joint Budget Committee.
Prior to serving in public office, Shannon worked in the private sector, practicing law in the fields of public and commercial finance, helping to get large community projects like roads, bridges, schools, and hospitals off the ground.
Shannon is committed to showing up for the people of Colorado’s 8th Congressional District, and working together to deliver real results for hardworking Coloradans and families – because that’s what she’s always done. Her campaign has earned the endorsement of over 185 leaders in the district and across Colorado, as well as the International Association of Fire Fighters, the Colorado Professional Fire Fighters Association, Plumbers Local Union 3, ATU & ATU Local 1001, Heat & Frost Insulators Local 28, NALC Branch 642, SMART Locals 9 and 202, Pipefitters Local 208, Machinists Local 47, Farmers Union Rural PAC, Elect Democratic Women, EMILYs List, Welcome PAC, The Bench, NewDem Action Fund, and Blue Dog PAC.
For more, visit ShannonBird.com and follow her on X, Bluesky, Facebook, and Instagram.
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