Read a brief summary of four bills for each of NE Denver’s legislators that were sent to or signed by the governor (unless otherwise noted).
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Politics
DA Candidates Vie in Democratic Primary
Two of the three Democratic candidates live in the Front Porch distribution area. This article examines their similarities and differences.
Residents Pack Northfield High School on Super Tuesday
Democrats in the Stapleton area turned out in overwhelming numbers for Tuesday’s caucuses.
DeGette Town Hall Covers the Bases
At a February Town Hall meeting, Congresswoman Diana DeGette covered issues including global security, the use of eminent domain for highway projects, the pros and cons of the proposed Trans-Pacific Partnership trade deal, and whether energy companies should reveal the chemical composition of fracking fluids.
Legislators explain why budget is such a big concern when revenue is growing
Without exception, the state budget is the top concern of our northeast area legislators. Because of Colorado’s fiscal Gordian knot, the legislature’s focus will be on what further cuts to make despite healthy state revenues.
Colorado HealthOp Shuts Down
After a change in federal loan money, health cooperatives nationwide are shutting down, including the Colorado HealthOp.
Co-ops Turn Health Insurance Upside Down
Buried among the Affordable Care Act’s thousand pages is a small section about a different health...
Black Lives Matter Calls for Stapleton Name Change
Black Lives Matter 5280 distributed 2,500 flyers in Stapleton the night of Aug. 8, 2015. The flyer...
2015 Legislative Wrap-Up
How successful were legislators in passing bills they had identified as high priority for this session?
Pat Schroeder on Politics
Pat Schroeder reflects on her time as Colorado Congresswoman and shares thoughts about politics today.
Legislators Face Thorny State Issues in 2015
To better acquaint readers with legislators, the Front Porch asked local state senators and representatives to share their knowledge and views on some of the big issues this year.
Candidate statements
NE Denver residents will find the following candidates on their ballot: US Senate Mark Udall-D As...