Politics & Government

Colorado State Sen. Kevin Priola Explains His Party Switch: 'Democrats Want To Solve Problems'

The state senator has thrown a big wrench into Republicans' hopes to take control of the Colorado State Senate this November.

CBS News Colorado Political Specialist Shaun Boyd interviews Kevin Priola.
CBS News Colorado Political Specialist Shaun Boyd interviews Kevin Priola. (CBS)

By CBS Denver Staff:

A state senator has thrown a big wrench into Republicans' hopes to take control of the Colorado State Senate this November.

A month ago, Sen. Kevin Priola switched his party affiliation from Republican to Democrat. In his first in-depth interview since making the decision, Priola said he "has no regrets."

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