WEEK OF JUNE 20, 2024
VOLUME 36 | ISSUE 25
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‘Beto’ Mojardin’s art and fashion shows his deep love for his culture
Evans not worried he did not get GOP endorsement GOP picked Janak Joshi as their favorite to take on Caraveo in CD8
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culture, traditions and stories that come from my country. I believe that by living here, together with Adams County, we will be able to create spaces and more events where artists like me are invited to get involved to not only educate the community but inspire it, too. CCM: Last year, you had the opportunity to organize and lead the Latino festival. Can you tell us about it, how it came about, and what surprising outcomes you saw? Mojardin: I was thrilled to be invited as an artist. They didn’t know I lived in Commerce City, which was great because when they found out, it was even better.
Gabe Evans says he is not concerned that the Colorado Republican Party declined to endorse him in his GOP primary fight for the 8th Congressional District. Evans, who was elected to the Colorado House of Representatives in 2022, points to key endorsements and his performance at the Congressional District 8 Republican assembly in March as proof he is the onthe-ground GOP pick to win the primary. “Grassroots Republicans spoke loud and clear when they gave me a 62% victory at the CD 8 assembly. That’s the endorsement that matters to me, not a handful of Colorado Republican Party bosses who live outside my district,” Evans said in an emailed message. “I’m proud to have the endorsement of dozens of Colorado and national leaders – including President Trump – as I work to unite the party against Joe Biden and his far-left allies in Congress, such as Yadira Caraveo, so we can secure the border, restore respect for the rule of law, and bring down prices and the cost of living,” Evans said. The Colorado GOP endorsed Evans’ opponent, Janak Joshi who served in the Colorado House of Representatives from 2013-2017.
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Norberto “Beto” Mojardin was recognized in New York for his “Aztec Princess” design in papier-mâché. BY ROSSANA LONGO BETTER ROSSANA@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
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Norberto “Beto” Mojardin is a multifaceted artist and community leader who has lived in Commerce City for six years. Beto’s extensive work includes founding Latin Fashion Week Colorado, Viva Colorado and Beto’s Hair Studio. His creative endeavors span fine arts, including painting, sculpture and fashion design, always elevating traditional Mexican art. His commitment to the Latino community is unwavering; he often donates his talents to support various causes. During the pandemic, Mojardin created a mask-making business, donated masks to first responders, and delivered homecooked meals to those in need.
Mojardin shared his insights on environmental issues, community engagement, and his vision for the future of Commerce City. This interview has been edited for length and clarity. Colorado Community Media: How long have you been living in Commerce City, and how do you feel about this community as an artist? Norberto Mojardin: I have been living here for six years since I moved from Denver to Commerce City. I think it is an area where you don’t see many events, apart from the rodeos they sometimes have. But for me, being in Commerce City now makes me feel very proud to be a good representation of the Hispanic community, especially as a Mexican, because of all the
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