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Mark "Marky Jr" Elworth Calls for Legalizing and Regulating Prostitution and Cocaine

Libertarian argues personal freedom, public safety, and Colorado's tourism economy deserve a new approach

COLORADO SPRINGS, CO.

Libertarian candidate for Colorado's 5th Congressional District Mark "Marky Jr" Elworth is calling for the legalization and regulation of prostitution and cocaine, arguing that prohibition has failed to eliminate demand while creating black markets and wasting taxpayer resources.

"Colorado loves freedom, but we still spend enormous amounts of money trying to control what adults do with their own bodies," said Elworth. "It's time to ask whether prohibition is actually working, or whether it's creating more problems than it solves."

Elworth argues that a regulated system could establish safety standards, reduce the role of criminal markets, and allow law enforcement to focus on violent crime rather than consensual adult behavior.

He also sees a broader economic question for Colorado, where tourism and mountain communities depend on attracting visitors and supporting local businesses.

"Colorado's ski towns need thriving businesses, visitors, and new ideas," Elworth said. "We should be willing to debate whether a more open, regulated adult economy could create additional economic activity while respecting individual liberty."

Elworth acknowledges that legalization alone would not solve the challenges facing Colorado's ski industry. He argues, however, that policymakers should examine the economic and public-safety consequences of prohibition rather than treating the current approach as beyond debate.

A Libertarian Approach

Elworth's position reflects his broader commitment to limited government, personal freedom, and individual responsibility. He argues that adults should generally be free to make their own decisions, while government focuses on protecting people from force, fraud, exploitation, and violence.

"Government should protect our rights, not try to run our lives," Elworth said. "We can have an honest debate about regulation, public health, and safety without assuming that criminalization is always the answer."

About Marky Jr

Mark Elworth Jr. is a Libertarian candidate for Colorado's 5th Congressional District. His campaign emphasizes limited government, personal freedom, fiscal responsibility, and offering voters an alternative to the two major parties.

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MARK ELWORTH JR.: IF YOU WANT SMALL GOVERNMENT, VOTE FOR SMALL GOVERNMENT

Libertarian candidate for Colorado’s 5th Congressional District says voters deserve an alternative to Washington’s growing government, spending and endless wars

COLORADO SPRINGS, CO — Mark Elworth Jr., Libertarian candidate for Colorado’s 5th Congressional District, says voters who actually want smaller government should have an alternative to the two major parties.

“I’m not asking voters to pick between big government with a D and big government with an R,” said Elworth. “I’m just asking them to look at a real alternative. If you want smaller government, don’t just vote for the party that says it. Vote for the candidate who actually means it.”

Elworth argues that Republicans often campaign on limited government and fiscal responsibility, but Washington keeps moving in the opposite direction.

“If Republicans were really shrinking government, we’d see less spending, less debt, and a smaller federal bureaucracy,” Elworth said. “Instead, everything keeps growing. A government that gets bigger every year isn’t small government—it’s just the same system with a different label.”

Elworth says his campaign differs from the major parties on more than just taxes and spending.

“Liberty means the government doesn’t get to run your life just because politicians don’t like your choices,” he said. “I believe in freedom, individual rights, and equal treatment for everyone, including our LGBTQ+ neighbors. Your rights shouldn’t depend on whether a politician approves of how you live.”

Elworth also opposes America’s involvement in ongoing foreign conflicts and the continued growth of military spending.

“America needs a strong defense, but defending the country and policing the world are two very different things,” Elworth said. “I oppose the war with Iran, and I oppose endless wars and foreign interventions. Taxpayers shouldn’t be stuck funding conflicts overseas while our national debt keeps climbing.”

Elworth also opposes continued U.S. taxpayer funding for foreign wars, including Israel’s military operations.

“American taxpayers shouldn’t be treated like an endless ATM for foreign governments,” Elworth said. “Our foreign policy should put American lives, American taxpayers, and American interests first. A strong America doesn’t need endless wars.”

For Elworth, the Libertarian alternative is simple:

Less government. Less spending. Less debt. Less interference in our personal lives. No more war. Lower taxes because they are theft. More freedom always.

“I’m not running to manage Washington’s massive government,” Elworth said. “I’m running to shrink it and give power back to the people where it belongs.”

Elworth says voting Libertarian is not a wasted vote.

“Voting Libertarian isn’t voting against something—it’s voting for something,” said Elworth. “If you think government is too big, taxes are too high, spending is out of control, and Washington has too much power over your life, there is a candidate on the ballot who actually starts from those beliefs.”

Minimum Government. Maximum Freedom.

About Mark Elworth Jr.

Mark Elworth Jr. is the Libertarian candidate for U.S. House of Representatives in Colorado’s 5th Congressional District. His campaign focuses on limited government, personal liberty, economic freedom, fiscal responsibility, individual rights, and a non-interventionist foreign policy.

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