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Sunday lineup: Where Republicans will appear in TV programming on March 3
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Sunday lineup: Where Republicans will appear in TV programming on March 3

By BRIAN PORTER | The Rocky Mountain Voice There are many opportunities to catch up with Republicans serving in Congress, those on the campaign trail and former party leaders during this week’s Sunday programming. Here’s a glance at where you can find them on Sunday, March 3: ABC “This Week”: South Dakota Sen. Mike Rounds. Also, Reince Priebus, who served as chairman of the Republican National Committee and later as White House chief of staff, on a panel. CBS “Face the Nation”: Alaska Sen. Dan Sullivan and Ohio Rep. Mike Turner. CNN “State of the Union”: Oklahoma Sen. Markwayne Mullin. Also, former Presidential candidate Scott Walker, on a panel. Fox “Fox News Sunday”: Florida Sen. Marco Rubio and Florida Rep. Byron Donalds. Fox News “Sunday Morning Futures”: Ohio Sen. J....
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Frisch commits to support Joe Biden in Democratic forum
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Frisch commits to support Joe Biden in Democratic forum

By BRIAN PORTER | The Rocky Mountain Voice Adam Frisch, unopposed in his second primary run as a Democrat in Colorado’s 3rd Congressional District, has flipped on his previous position to let the “presidential race play out and see what happens." He previously lost the seat to Republican Lauren Boebert in 2022, who has since relocated to Windsor in the 4th District, where she is vying to return to Congress. In an Axios Denver report in August 2023, Frisch indicated he would not support President Joe Biden. Biden’s favorability was 20 points under water in 3rd District polling at the time, Axios reported. In a Demoractic forum last week, Frisch sang a different tune when pressed on whether he would support the Democratic Party’s nominee – presumedly Joe Biden – or his longtim...
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Only 22% of Coloradans have voted in Presidential primary, with 5% more voting GOP over Democrat ballot
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Only 22% of Coloradans have voted in Presidential primary, with 5% more voting GOP over Democrat ballot

What to know: Republicans have a write-in option, but who can be voted as a write-in? What happens if you vote a candidate who has suspended their campaign? By BRIAN PORTER | The Rocky Mountain Voice Of those Coloradans eligible to cast a ballot in the Republican Party’s presidential primary election, only 15.3% have done so, according to data provided Friday by the Colorado secretary of state’s office through the close of Thursday’s reporting. It leads those eligible to cast a Democratic Party ballot and having done so by 4.9%. It has been slow going thus far, with just short of 22% of all voters casting a ballot, and with women leading men in ballots cast. With 108,200 ballots in process Friday and with Election Day looming on Tuesday, March 5, it could be a low turnout fo...
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A Beacon of Hope: Dr. Ben Carson’s Message of Optimism for America
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A Beacon of Hope: Dr. Ben Carson’s Message of Optimism for America

By Tori Ganahl | Rocky Mountain Voice In the newest episode of Unleashed with Heidi Ganahl, Dr. Ben Carson, renowned neurosurgeon, former Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, and steadfast advocate for American values, joined the conversation to set the record straight on his hope for the future of America. The discussion was nothing short of enlightening, touching on topics ranging from childhood struggles to the future of the nation. Dr. Carson’s journey from humble beginnings to national prominence serves as a beacon of hope and resilience for millions across the country. The episode commenced with an intimate reflection on Dr. Carson’s upbringing, delving into the remarkable influence of his mother. Despite facing immense challenges, including poverty and adversity, Dr. Ca...
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Celebrating Leap Day: A Quirky Day in the Calendar
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Celebrating Leap Day: A Quirky Day in the Calendar

By Tori Ganahl | Rocky Mountain Voice Every four years, we indulge in an extra day on the calendar, February 29, fondly known as Leap Day. But why do we have this extra day, and what are some of the fascinating traditions associated with it? Let's dive into the curious world of Leap Day: Balancing Time and the Cosmos While our modern calendar comprises 365 days, Earth's orbit around the sun actually takes approximately 365.2421 days. To align our calendars with astronomical reality, we insert an additional day every four years. Leap Day Through History Leap Day isn't a recent invention; ancient calendars, including those of the Hebrew, Chinese, and Buddhist traditions, employed leap months to reconcile lunar and solar cycles. Julius Caesar, inspired by the Egyptian solar cal...
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Stop the Bleed program a means to protect our children
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Stop the Bleed program a means to protect our children

By Jacob Clay | Guest Columnist As a parent and school administrator, I am deeply concerned about an issue that threatens the safety of our most precious gifts: Our children. While it is every community's hope that tragic events never impact our schools, we must do all we can to prepare and shield our kids. This is a matter of vital importance, one that crosses partisan lines and any stances on school security. There is one simple safety measure that could be the difference between life or death.  Recent horrific incidents across the country remind us that blood loss is the leading cause of death in mass casualty situations, accounting for many preventable fatalities. Through basic medical training and access to essential supplies, how many lives could have been saved? I a...
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Hartsook: Record-setting session dominated by ‘extreme Progressive’ wing of Democrat party
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Hartsook: Record-setting session dominated by ‘extreme Progressive’ wing of Democrat party

By BRIAN PORTER | The Rocky Mountain Voice The speed with which legislation is flowing in the Colorado Legislature is unprecedented, Rep. Anthony Hartsook told constituents Wednesday in a newsletter. Hartsook serves Douglas County residents in House District 44. “The legislature is well on its way to a record or near-record year for the volume of legislation,” he wrote. “I continue to fight for tax relief, parental rights, public safety, veterans and small business.” In an address Saturday to Weld County residents, Sen. Barbara Kirkmeyer predicted bill count could reach 1,000. The bill total presently sits at 470. Hartsook sponsored House Bill 1156, which would allow issuance of a special event permit to a chamber of commerce and its members related to events where alcohol m...
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Report: ‘People think this is the marijuana they used in college. It is not.’
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Report: ‘People think this is the marijuana they used in college. It is not.’

One Chance to Grow Up details dangers of today’s marijuana on children By BRIAN PORTER | The Rocky Mountain Voice COLORADO SPRINGS – When marijuana was legalized in Colorado more than a decade ago, it became apparent action would be needed to protect youth and One Chance to Grow Up was formed, co-founder Doug Robinson told a group of business leaders here last week. “Colorado was the first state to legalize it,” he said. “We decided we had to do something about it. We had to focus on protecting kids.” The citizen-led and funded non-profit was formed and, in the 11 years since marijuana was legalized, has impacted 37 pieces of legislation aimed at improving outcomes for children. In the early years of the campaign, focus was toward child-resistant packaging, labeling and warn...
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Disabled American Veterans facing statewide shortage of vehicles, drivers to take veterans to VA appointments
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Disabled American Veterans facing statewide shortage of vehicles, drivers to take veterans to VA appointments

By BRIAN PORTER | The Rocky Mountain Voice Veterans from the distant regions of the Western Slope to the Eastern Plains are met with a challenge in order to receive medical treatment. There are three Veterans Affairs medical centers serving the state, and only one actually in the state. Many veterans take appointments in Cheyenne, Wyo., and others in Albuquerque, N.M. That often means transportation is needed, even to get to an appointment at the Denver location. The solution is Colorado’s Disabled American Veterans’ transportation program, but there exists a shortage of vehicles and drivers. “We just purchased five more vehicles and at least three will need to go to Northeast Colorado,” said Benito Gonzales, adjutant and treasurer for the Colorado DAV. “These new vehicles repl...
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Boebert is heavily favored in voter sentiment study, concluding ‘4th District is MAGA Country’ 
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Boebert is heavily favored in voter sentiment study, concluding ‘4th District is MAGA Country’ 

By BRIAN PORTER | The Rocky Mountain Voice Lauren Boebert has more than twice the support of any other candidate in the 4th Congressional District race, according to sentiment polling recently conducted for The Rocky Mountain Voice. The study, by Media Intelligence Group, in early February found Boebert with 48.7% support, leading Trent Leisy with 17.2%, Richard Holtorf with 13.7% and Mike Lynch with 10%. The remaining 10.4% in the study was split by the remaining six candidates in the race at that time. The study analyzes social media posts to provide accurate public opinion on what is being discussed by voters, not what the media is reporting. Boebert's lead is 31.5% in the poll. The report found there are five main issues of importance to voters in the 4th District: illegal imm...
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