An interview with Rep. Diana DeGette in mid-May, the day before she returned to Washington, DC to vote on the new $3 trillion HEROES Act, a stimulus package that addresses some of the gaps in the CARES Act.
Politics
Rep. Crow: Seeking a Science-Driven Return to Normalcy
How might we slowly and safely get to our new normal as a nation? “Front Porch” asked this question of Rep. Jason Crow.
With primary ballots now, what happens at CO Caucuses?
Some big changes came to the Colorado caucus and primary system this year—and they have led to confusion about how candidates will be chosen. Here’s a quick primer on what to expect in the coming months.
Young Adult Diversion “Growing to See My Own Light”
District Attorney Beth McCann implemented a young adult diversion program in May 2018 to put eligible young adult offenders on track for a future without incarceration.
…NE News Updates
This month: 1) Congressman Jason Crow Tapped to Serve as Impeachment Manager; 2) GW Principal Boldly Addresses Past Issues; Will Offer IB Courses for All; 3) Lucky’s Pulls Out of Lowry; 4) Berkshire Closing Feb. 2; and 5) Multiple Changes in NE Legislators.
People Who Make a Difference: The Veteran
Stapleton resident Jason Crow received a call on Wednesday, August 29 asking if he would like to...
Budget Realities Threaten Lawmaker Plans as 2020 Session Opens
The State Budget, School Finance, Economic Security, Hot Issues, A Big Grab Bag, and Northeast Denver in the Legislature.
…NE News Updates
This Month: 1) East Area Plan Update; 2) Community Donates Welcome Baskets for New Neighbors Who Have Been Homeless; 3) Familiar Faces—Bacon and Douthit—Jump into State House District 7 Race, and 4) You can make a difference…
Coleman Challenges Williams for Colorado District 33 Senate Seat
A Democratic primary fight has gotten underway in Colorado Senate District 33. Incumbent Angela Williams is facing a challenge from Representative James Coleman (House District 7).
Advocates keep banging their heads on the TABOR wall
Over the last three decades governors, various legislators, education advocates, construction company executives, business leaders and civic activists have organized to ask Colorado voters to increase taxes to raise more money for the state’s cash-strapped schools, crumbling highways and other needs.
Additional Information for Voters
Denver Ballot Guide. State Ballot Guide. Why are we voting on these things? What about other ballot measures?
Denver Ballot – Referred Question 2A, 2B, 2C and 2D
Referendums on Establishing City Department of Transportation; Arts and Venues Facilities; Fire Department Ranks and Grades and Elected Official Residency.