May 18, 2020 03:57 PM UTC

What you can do to stay healthy and fight back this week (May 18)

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• by: ProgressNow Colorado

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We’ve got the latest numbers. They’re bad for Cory Gardner and Donald Trump.

In ProgressNow Colorado’s second collaborative effort with Global Strategy Group, today we’re releasing a new Rocky Mountaineer poll of 800 Colorado voters–and the poll says Colorado voters understand Cory Gardner has put political games and his loyalty to Donald Trump ahead of Colorado during the pandemic. And they’re not happy.

Meanwhile, Trump’s approval rating has slid while Governor Jared Polis’ approval has surged as voters reward his steady response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Check out the latest Rocky Mountaineer polling and analysis right here. And then take a moment to forward this up-to-date look at Colorado politics to your friends and family.

While the COVID-19 crisis is far from over, we’re all encouraged by the data that shows staying at home for the last two months has saved lives. Until there’s a vaccine or at least an effective treatment, it’s crucial that we continue to observe the best practices that have kept us healthy since March: six feet of social distancing, masks in public, and washing our hands remain the best way to stay safe and healthy.

Thanks for doing your part! Here are some more ways to make a difference for the week of May 18:

Colorado Sierra Club: Outdoor Leadership Workshop Series

You now have an opportunity to help engage people in your community to connect outdoors by joining the Colorado Sierra Club this November through December through our web-based Outdoor Leadership 101 Workshop. You will begin the adventure to be certified to lead your own Sierra Club trips to help engage more people to explore and enjoy the special places Colorado has to offer.

When: Monday, May 18 at 6:30pm

Click here to RSVP.

Get the Facts: Fair Tax Colorado & Initiative #271

Colorado needs a fair tax code. Initiative #271 is how we make it possible. Join the Fair Tax Colorado team for an informative webinar about Initiative #271, a proposal that cuts taxes for 95% of Coloradans, guarantees funding for schools and teachers, and ensures every Coloradan pays their fair share. Register now and learn more about Fair Tax Colorado!

When: May 19-29

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Support for DACA Recipients/ Apoyo Para Beneficiarios DACA

In anticipation of the upcoming SCOTUS decision on DACA, CIRC and community partners, Servicios De La Raza are coming together to provide DACA recipients with weekly support groups led by mental health professionals. We plan to continue to stand with DACA recipients as we make it through this difficult time together! We are committed to connecting and bringing you to the resources needed to get through this.

When: Tuesday, May 19 at 10:00am

Click here to RSVP.

Virtual BlueFlower Endorsement Party

Join the BlueFlower Board for a virtual happy hour to celebrate our spring slate of endorsed candidates! Feel free to drop by any time during the hour.

When: Tuesday, May 19 at 5:30pm

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Conservation Colorado: Air Toxics Town Hall

Join us for a Zoom town hall highlighting air quality and health including the first look at a report released by the Colorado Fiscal Institute on the cost of the health impacts of air pollution. Hear from health experts with the American Lung Association, Rayna Hetlage of CFI, state leaders and community members to discuss air quality in Colorado and a new report demonstrating the devastating fiscal impacts of air pollution. This program will also include legislators championing these issues, and the people directly impacted by this pollution. This is an opportunity to learn more about air pollution impacts and how to act on the problem.

When: Wednesday, May 20 at 12:00pm

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Planning That Works: Using Modern Planning Tools and Techniques to Achieve 100% Carbon-Free Electricity

Join Northern Colorado Partners for Clean Energy for a live webinar with leading renewable energy expert, Karl Rábago. Karl will discuss how advanced planning techniques can be applied to Platte River Power Authority’s (PRPA) current and ongoing Integrated Resource Planning process to provide a more optimal and accelerated path towards 100% carbon free electricity. PRPA recently adopted a goal of 100% non-carbon electricity by 2030. PRPA is the wholesale electricity supplier for the cities of Fort Collins, Longmont, Estes Park, and Loveland in Northern Colorado.

When: Wednesday, May 20 at 7:00pm

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Women’s Lobby of Colorado: Third Virtual Social Hour with Colorado Fiscal Institute

Join us for one or more of our virtual social hours series! We will have an expert from our organizational members join us to talk about the issues in the community, including the impacts of COVID-19. On May 21 we will be joined by the budget guru and head of the of the Colorado Fiscal Institute, Carol Hedges! Grab a tea, a coffee, glass of wine, whatever you’d like, and join us! Note, registration required!

When: Thursday, May 21 at 5:30pm

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Thanks again. Stay safe and healthy, and we’ll see you next week.