Welcome back to the extremist rewind, CTR‘s periodic roundup of stories relating to political extremism in Colorado. We’re highlighting articles that focus on a new GOP gubernatorial candidate’s history as an exorcist, an upcoming Supreme Court case that could decide whether Colorado’s ban on the practice of conversion therapy is constitutional, a leadership crisis in the Montezuma-Cortez school district, and funding being pulled from a bird conservation for having a statement of diversity, equity, and in inclusion hiring practices.

Children and former associates of James Dobson honored the “pro-family” leader at an Oct. 4 memorial service in Denver that highlighted his roles as a father and man of deep faith rather than his political activism.

Party-recruited candidates seek seats currently held by members who defied GOP demands, despite lack of voter signal for changes

Two members of El Paso County School District 49’s (D49) conservative board majority are up for re-election this year. Should either Jamilynn D’Avola or Lori Thompson lose their race, the board could flip to a more progressive majority.