Fox News
Colorado congressional candidate Shimon Blau sounds alarm over opponent's rhetoric
October 11, 2026
Blau says he's “disturbed” by Kiros' rhetoric.
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The Denver Gazette
The Denver Gazette editorial board recommends Shimon Blau for Colorado’s 1st Congressional District.
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Press & Media Coverage
Independent voices don't always get the spotlight. Here's where Colorado's reporters and hosts have covered Shimon and the campaign.
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NPR
Dozens of independents running for Congress despite long odds
October 13, 2026
“I was deeply disturbed by the results of the primaries in which our 30-year incumbent, Diana DeGette, was beat by a member of the Democratic Socialists of America.”
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The Center Square
Colorado candidates focus on healthcare, immigration, taxes
October 14, 2026
“We must take immediate, practical steps to hold private insurance companies accountable today, while simultaneously moving the needle in the direction of universal coverage for tomorrow.”
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Colorado Public Radio
Independent candidate for CD-1 says he wants to fight extremism
August 3, 2026
Pain Doctor Shimon Blau said he believes that Denver will be ground zero for pushback from the “extreme left” as he’s looking to be the more moderate alternative.
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The Ross Kaminsky Show · iHeart Radio
Interview: Independent Congressional Candidate Shimon Blau for Denver’s 1st District
August 13, 2026
An in-depth interview with independent congressional candidate Shimon Blau for Denver’s 1st District.
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Denverite
Dr. Shimon Blau says he wants to fight extremism
August 3, 2026
Dr. Shimon Blau says he wants to fight extremism.
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Axios Denver
Newcomer Blau casts himself as Denver’s moderate candidate
August 7, 2026
Newcomer Blau casts himself as Denver’s moderate candidate.
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Colorado Politics
Surprise candidate Shimon Blau cleared to face off against Melat Kiros in November
July 24, 2026
Surprise candidate Shimon Blau cleared to face off against Melat Kiros in November.
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The Colorado Sun
Shimon Blau qualifies for ballot as unaffiliated candidate in 1st Congressional District, will face Melat Kiros
July 24, 2026
Denver doctor Shimon Blau qualified Friday to be on the November ballot as an unaffiliated candidate.