The Woodland Park-based effort to fundamentally alter public education in America is being funded by the zombie fortunes of long-dead conservative industrialists, according to a review of hundreds of tax documents associated with the members of Civics Alliance, the coalition which produced the American Birthright social studies program.
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Colorado-Based Election Deniers: A Colorado Times Recorder Roundup
With former President Donald Trump facing an indictment related to efforts to overturn 2020 presidential election, here’s a look back on some of the Colorado Times Recorder’s coverage of notable Colorado conservatives who have promoted accusations of election fraud and conspiracies.
‘Heat Is the No. 1 Killer:’ How To Stay Safe When Summer Temps Get Extreme
Heat is the No. 1 cause of weather-related fatalities in the U.S., according to the National Weather Service.
BRIEF: Former Trump Lawyer Eastman Says Pence Making a ‘Potted Plant Pitch for the Presidency’
Former Trump lawyer John Eastman, who’s facing possible dismissal from the California bar, says former Vice President Mike Pence is making a “potted plant pitch for the presidency” in which Pence claims to have been unable to stop Biden from becoming president when, in fact, according to Eastman, Pence was “in a position to try and do something about the illegality that even he acknowledged that occurred in the election.”
Boebert Promotes Antisemitic Conspiracist in Taxpayer-Funded Press Release
Congresswoman Lauren Boebert promoted antisemitic alt-right conspiracist Jack Posobiec in a taxpayer-funded email to reporters.
Psychedelic Club of Denver Hosts Informational Session About Kratom and Kava
Kratom and kava are becoming more popular in Colorado as the state’s psychedelic market continues to grow. But questions remain about what these substances do, their potential health benefits, and their legal status.
El Paso County Commissioners Deny $20,750 to Youth Homelessness Nonprofit
The El Paso County Board of County Commissioners unanimously voted to deny a $20,750 Community Development Block Grant to The PLACE, a nonprofit that helps youth exit homelessness, over concerns related to abortion and parents’ rights during a July 11 meeting.
San Luis Valley GOP Hosting Election Conspiracists
Colorado Republicans just can’t quit about election conspiracies. Tonight in Monte Vista, six county GOP groups that comprise the San Luis Valley Republicans will host a quartet of election conspiracists, all of whom have promoted the debunked theory that the 2020 election was rigged in favor of Joe Biden.
BRIEF: Former CO Congressman Tancredo Says He’s Recovered From a Series of Illnesses
During a July 8 interview with KNUS radio host Peter Boyles, former Colorado Congressman Tom Tancredo discussed his recovery from a series of back-to-back, life-threatening ailments.
Why the Film ‘Sound of Freedom’ Has Set Conservative Politics Alight
This month, conservatives have lauded the breakout success of Angel Studios’ new thriller film “Sound of Freedom.” Released on July 3, it has held its own in the box office against major blockbusters, even surpassing many of them. Deadline reports that, as of Wednesday, it has brought in an impressive $53.4 million nationally.