Below are protest and political events scheduled across Colorado over the next week. If you know of any upcoming public events, please let us know at [email protected].
Thursday, Jan. 8
Colorado Workers Rights United: Pro-Worker Legislative Launch – 12 p.m. – Capitol West Foyer, 200 E. Colfax Ave., Denver
State legislators will present their priorities for the upcoming legislative session alongside local union members and community labor activists. State Senators Jessie Danielson and Julie Gonzales will be speaking at the event, with Rep. Javier Mabrey emceeing.
Emergency Protest Against the Murder of Renee Nicole Good in Minneapolis, Allegedly by ICE Officer Jonathon Ross — 6 p.m. — State Capitol, E. Colfax Ave., Denver
Friday, Jan. 9
Protest in front of Congressman Gabe Evans’ (R-CO) Northglenn Office – 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. – 10701 Melody Dr., Suite 500, Northglenn
Weekly demonstration.
Saturday, Jan. 10
Indivisible: Protest Against Tyranny – 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. – 5700 S. Broadway, Littleton
This event was previously part of #TeslaTakedown, where activists protested billionaire Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla, and his involvement in slashing public funds and federal departments. The organizers wanted to broaden the scope of their action “as the authoritarian threat continues to evolve.” More information can be found here.
Republican Governor Candidate Forum – 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. – 919 7th St., Greeley
The event, hosted by Wells Ranch, will feature State Sen. Barb Kirkmeyer, State Rep. Scott Bottoms, and Jason Mikesale. Steve Reams will emcee the event, and it will be moderated by talk radio hosts Ryan Schuiling and Mandy Connell.
Wednesday, Jan. 14
Colorado General Assembly’s 76th Session Begins – 200 E. Colfax Ave., Denver