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Colorado’s 2024 STATE OF THE STATE
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Colorado’s 2024 STATE OF THE STATE

SOURCE: thelobby-co.com https://www.youtube.com/live/WkfNdna6BM4?si=zSoJROqPwP8gQ4dw Colorado 2024 State of the State Colorado Governor Jared Polis is set to deliver his 2024 State of the State address, and conservatives are eager to hear his legislative priorities for the coming year. As Polis addresses a Democrat-controlled legislature that is rife with conflict, disagreements, and even talk of censorship and antisemitism, it is crucial for conservatives to stay informed and engaged. In his sixth year in office, Governor Polis plans to focus on key issues such as affordable housing, public safety, and education. He aims to build upon the accomplishments of his administration over the years. However, conservatives remain skeptical of his ability to effectively address the...
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Watch pro-Palestinian protesters disrupt Colorado House proceedings, check out first bills of session, Jeff Crank jumps into 5th CD race | WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
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Watch pro-Palestinian protesters disrupt Colorado House proceedings, check out first bills of session, Jeff Crank jumps into 5th CD race | WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

SOURCE: COLORADO POLITICS Today is Jan. 11, 2024, and here's what you need to know: Colorado Politics reporters covered the opening ceremonies of the second regular session of the 74th General Assembly yesterday. Here's the recap. Pro-Palestinian protesters disrupt Colorado House on first day of session The Colorado General Assembly immediately got off to a troubled start on Wednesday, when multiple groups of pro-Palestinian protesters shouted from the House gallery, bringing the chamber's business to a brief halt. Similar protests took place in state legislatures in California and Arizona on their opening days earlier this week. READ FULL ARTICLE ON COLORADOPOLITICS.COM
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Colorado’s ‘construction defects’ law explained
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Colorado’s ‘construction defects’ law explained

By Marissa Ventrelli | SOURCE: Colorado Politics Ask just about any Colorado legislator, regardless of party, what they believe to be one of the biggest issues facing the state and there's a high likelihood they will say housing. More specifically, state lawmakers are grappling with the lack of affordable units for first-time homebuyers due in part to the Construction Defect Reform Act, which has left developers vulnerable to costly lawsuits and the state with fewer housing options.  While current members of the Colorado General Assembly work to find a solution, one thing is certain, for the last two decades, construction on housing, such as condominiums, prime real estate for first-time home buyers, has decreased significantly, adding to a growing problem of affordability and a...
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Republican Jeff Crank jumps in Colorado’s 5th CD primary to replace retiring US Rep. Doug Lamborn
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Republican Jeff Crank jumps in Colorado’s 5th CD primary to replace retiring US Rep. Doug Lamborn

By Ernest Luning | SOURCE: Colorado Politics The race to replace retiring Republican U.S. Rep. Doug Lamborn of Colorado Springs is getting crowded. Conservative podcast host and political strategist Jeff Crank threw his hat in the GOP's 5th Congressional District primary on Wednesday, joining the state's Republican Party chairman and a long-serving state lawmaker, with more likely to emerge in coming weeks. The solidly Republican, El Paso County-based seat unexpectedly became open when Lamborn announced last week that he would not seek reelection to a 10th term this year. READ THE FULL ARTICLE AT COLORADOPOLITICS.COM
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CPW criticized for keeping wolf releases from commission members and others
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CPW criticized for keeping wolf releases from commission members and others

By Rachel Gabel | SOURCE: The Fence Post Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commissioner Marie Haskett criticized the release of grey wolves in Colorado at the Jan. 10 commission meeting. Haskett is the sportsman’s representative, appointed in 2017 by then-Gov. John Hickenlooper. “Wildlife does not understand politics, nor should the management of wildlife be politically driven,” she said. “This commission was asked to fast track wolves by the governor. This commission and staff did not do that. This commission spent two years, sometimes with two meetings per month, working diligently to complete and approve a wolf plan.” READ THE FULL ARTICLE AT THEFENCEPOST.COM
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Anderson quits state House race to prevent Hispanic or white candidate from winning
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Anderson quits state House race to prevent Hispanic or white candidate from winning

Source: Colorado Peak Politics Auon’tai “Tay” Anderson has suspended his campaign for state House District 8 claiming too many other Black people are running, which he thinks could dilute the Black vote and allow whitey or a Hispanic candidate to win. Instead, Anderson has created his own non-profit group and made himself boss. After years of GoFundMe's, DPS expenses & other lifestyle supports, fmr Denver school board member Tay Anderson realized he can't win in HD8 & needs a job.So, he's found a nice, new nonprofit home where people can finally get tax deductions for giving him money 🥸 #copolitics pic.twitter.com/u1aul0PTmw— Jimmy Sengenberger (@SengCenter) January 9, 2024 Which means he’s not running for public office. Oh, happy day. The forme...
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Colorado Department of Higher Education is slamming other states’ who they believe are anti-diversity, equity, and inclusion
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Colorado Department of Higher Education is slamming other states’ who they believe are anti-diversity, equity, and inclusion

SOURCE: thelobby-co.com The Colorado Department of Higher Education has recently made headlines for its support of Colorado College's new initiative, the Healing and Affirming Village and Empowerment Network (HAVEN). The HAVEN Initiative aims to assist any student who wishes to leave institutions of higher education in five states with anti-diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) legislation. These states include Florida, Texas, North Carolina, Tennessee, and North Dakota. However, this move has raised concerns and sparked criticism from those who believe these policies are based on a misguided and divisive ideology. The Colorado Department of Higher Education, along with Colorado College, claims that these anti-DEI laws create unwelcome learning environments for students...
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Former Mesa County Clerk Tina Peters Court Date Is Set With No Foreseeable Delays
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Former Mesa County Clerk Tina Peters Court Date Is Set With No Foreseeable Delays

SOURCE: thelobby-co.com Former Mesa County Clerk Tina Peters is gearing up for her upcoming trial, making a virtual appearance in court for a pre-trial readiness conference this week. The District Attorney's Office and the defense council both expressed their readiness to proceed with the case, setting the stage for what promises to be quite a legal battle. During the hearing, it was determined that both sides would have a specific time allocation for their opening arguments and closing statements. Each side will be given 30 minutes for opening arguments and 45 minutes for closing statements. The defense announced that they would be adopting the witness list from Peters' previous attorney. Additionally, the court decided to have three alternate jurors, ensuring a fair and impa...
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One Democratic lawmaker stayed home on opening day and trolled fellow Democrats instead of going to work at the State Capitol
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One Democratic lawmaker stayed home on opening day and trolled fellow Democrats instead of going to work at the State Capitol

SOURCE: thelobby-co.com On the opening day of Colorado's legislative session, tensions ran high as a Democratic lawmaker, Rep. Elisabeth Epps, took to social media to troll her own party leader, House Speaker Julie McCluskie. While McCluskie stressed the importance of civility and respectful dialogue in her opening-day speech, Epps chose to engage in a public feud on social media, highlighting the deep divisions within their Democrat caucus. The contradiction between McCluskie's call for civility and Epps' online behavior reveals the troubling state of discourse at the state Capitol. With a progressive split within the Democratic Party and objections from Republicans -- the decorum and effectiveness of lawmaking in the next 120 days are anything but certain. https://youtu.be/q...
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Don’t mark your calendar for March 7
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Don’t mark your calendar for March 7

Thank you in advance for staying home on Thursday, March 7, 2024. I know it’s such an imposition every other year to attend a few hours to meet with your neighbors to elect your precinct committee persons and delegates to the county assemblies. Make sure you have all your excuses lined up as to why you can’t participate in the Colorado Caucus. I know you would rather complain about how bad the candidates are for this next election cycle, rather than participate and help nominate your chosen candidate to run for office. I know a great Netflix series you are watching takes priority over your civic responsibility. I know you must wash your hair that night because the weekend is coming up. I know it will take at least a month to find a babysitter with such short notice. I know all the ex...
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