Many Coloradans will recall voting on “Amendments Y and Z” in 2018. The measures, which won the approval of voters, established an independent, bipartisan commission to facilitate the state redistricting process every ten years, with Amendment Y devoted to Colorado’s congressional districts, and Amendment Z to its state legislative districts. Up until then, all members of Colorado’s redistricting committee were chosen by political officials.
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John Birch Society Responds to CTR Article About Employee Defending Pinochet
Editor’s Note: This op-ed was submitted by Paul Dragu, Communications Director for the John Birch Society (JBS), in response to a Colorado Times Recorder article published on May 27, 2021 titled “John Birch Society Speaker Defends Chilean Dictator Pinochet to Colorado Conservatives.”
Democrats Pass Bill Expanding Contraceptive Access for Immigrants in CO
Despite pushback from Republicans, Democratic lawmakers in Colorado passed a bill that expanded access to contraceptives, particularly for undocumented immigrants who often struggle to get basic health services.
Boebert Calls Oilfield Worker a “Fluffneck,” Instead of a “Roughneck,” for Disagreeing With Her
During a recent congressional committee hearing, U.S. Rep. Lauren Boebert (R-CO), challenged the testimony of an oilfield worker regarding working conditions in the oil and gas industry and the impacts on communities from extraction practices.
Volunteers Quickly Fill Slots for Colorado Vaccine Trial for Kids Under 12
Hopes are soaring that children under age 12 soon will be able to get vaccines to prevent COVID-19.
Grand Junction Hospital Foundation Board Member & Conservative Activists Host COVID Disinfo Event
As Mesa County, Colorado, COVID cases surge to concerning levels, conservative activists are hosting a conspiracist event featuring three pseudo-medical “doctors,” all of whom actively promote coronavirus disinformation.
Denver Archbishop Speaks Out Against Global Push to Include Women in Church Hierarchy
Denver Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila is speaking out against German bishops who are trying to reform the church and make it more inclusive of women.
Joe Biden’s Unconscionable Military Buget
The Biden administration recently released its final budget proposal for the fiscal year 2022.
Bill Would Allow Local Governments in CO To Pass Gun Control Laws That Are Stricter Than State Statutes
The Colorado House of Representatives advanced a bill Tuesday allowing local governments to pass their own gun control laws.