![U.S. Representative Elect Yadira Caraveo. Nov. 10, 2022.](https://www.cpr.org/cdn-cgi/image/width=3840,quality=75,format=auto/https://wp-cpr.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2022/11/221110-REPRESENTATIVE-ELECT-CONGRESS-YADIRA-CARAVEO-KEVINJBEATY-01.jpg)
Colorado is sending its first Latina Representative to the U.S. House. Democrat Dr. Yadira Caraveo won a tight race in Colorado’s new 8th Congressional District. The pediatrician will represent communities including Thornton, Brighton, Greeley, and Johnstown. Among her priorities: equitable and accessible health care. She spoke with Colorado Matters Senior Host Ryan Warner.