East Arapahoe News

In a series of recent posts, Representative Jason Crow offered his perspectives on several pressing issues affecting the United States and its citizens. As a current member of the U.S. Congress representing Colorado's 6th district since 2019, Crow engages with topics ranging from foreign policy and national security to domestic concerns such as economic opportunity and education.

On April 15, 2025, Crow addressed the plight of Afghan refugees, asserting that "Afghans who fled violence & persecution should not be forced to go back to live under the Taliban. This is cruel and wrong–and not who we are as Americans." Drawing on his military and legislative experience, Crow underscores the moral obligations involved in providing asylum to vulnerable populations.

Later the same day, Crow commented on a report by the Department of Defense concerning the location of the U.S. Space Command, affirming that "Today’s @DeptofDefense report confirms what we’ve long known: keeping @US_SpaceCom in Colorado is best for America’s national security." He argued that relocating the command would undermine military preparedness and lead to significant loss of "personnel & expertise."

On April 16, 2025, Crow expressed concerns about the economic challenges facing ordinary Americans, stating that "The American Dream is out of reach for most people right now." Highlighting issues such as housing affordability, education costs, and retirement savings, he emphasizes the efforts of the Democratic Party to address these pressing concerns.

Jason Crow, 44, was born in Madison, Wisconsin, and currently resides in Aurora, Colorado. He graduated from the University of Wisconsin, Madison, in 2002, and earned a JD from the University of Denver in 2009.