U.S. Senate See Full Big Line

(D) J. Hickenlooper*

(D) Julie Gonzales

(R) Janak Joshi

80%

20%

10%

(D) Michael Bennet (D) Phil Weiser
55% 50%↑
Att. General See Full Big Line

(D) Jena Griswold

(D) M. Dougherty

(D) Hetal Doshi

40%↓

30%

30%

Sec. of State See Full Big Line
(D) J. Danielson (D) A. Gonzalez
50%↓ 30%↑
State Treasurer See Full Big Line

(D) Jeff Bridges

(R) Kevin Grantham

80%↑

20%↓

CO-01 (Denver) See Full Big Line

(D) Diana DeGette*

(D) Milat Kiros

(D) Wanda James

70%↓

20%↑

10%↓

CO-02 (Boulder-ish) See Full Big Line

(D) Joe Neguse*

(R) Somebody

90%

2%

CO-03 (West & Southern CO) See Full Big Line

(R) Jeff Hurd*

(D) Alex Kelloff

(R) H. Scheppelman

60%↓

30%↓

20%↑

CO-04 (Northeast-ish Colorado) See Full Big Line

(R) Lauren Boebert*

(D) E. Laubacher

(D) Trisha Calvarese

90%

30%↑

20%

CO-05 (Colorado Springs) See Full Big Line

(R) Jeff Crank*

(D) Jessica Killin

53%↓

48%↑

CO-06 (Aurora) See Full Big Line

(D) Jason Crow*

(R) Somebody

90%

2%

CO-07 (Jefferson County) See Full Big Line

(D) B. Pettersen*

(R) Somebody

90%

2%

CO-08 (Northern Colo.) See Full Big Line

(R) Gabe Evans*

(D) Shannon Bird

(D) Manny Rutinel

45%↓

30%

30%

State Senate Majority See Full Big Line

DEMOCRATS

REPUBLICANS

80%

20%

State House Majority See Full Big Line

DEMOCRATS

REPUBLICANS

95%

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Polis Signs Two Major Gun Safety Bills Into Law

As the Colorado Sun’s Jesse Paul reports: Gov. Jared Polis on Monday signed two bills tightening gun regulations in Colorado into law — the first new firearm restrictions enacted in the state since the red flag bill became law in 2019. The legislation was introduced before the deadly attack on a Boulder King Soopers in […]

Get More Smarter on Monday (April 19)

‘Tis a mighty blustery day outside, and it’s going to get blusterier: Denver could set a new record low temperature today in advance of a snowstorm that is forecasted to drop 8-14 inches of snow in the Metro Area. Let’s Get More Smarter; if you think we missed something important, please include the link in […]

#CoClimateWeek: What you can do to fight for progress this week (April 19)

Like these alerts? Click here to subscribe. This week, the Colorado General Assembly kicks off debate over some of the most important bills they’ll consider all year: to commit Colorado to ambitious goals for slashing greenhouse gas emissions, and to give communities most impacted by pollution and climate change power to hold powerful polluters accountable. […]

We Have Had More Mass Shootings Than Days of the Year

On Thursday evening, eight people were killed in a mass shooting at a FedEx distribution facility in Indianapolis. Take a look at this graphic from CNN, which shows the location of 45 mass shootings (in which 4 or more people are wounded or killed) that have taken place since March 16th: That’s 45 mass shootings […]

Get More Smarter on Friday (April 16)

Happy World Voice Day. Please yell out responsibly. Let’s Get More Smarter; if you think we missed something important, please include the link in the comments below (here’s a good example). If you are more of an audio learner, check out The Get More Smarter Podcast. And don’t forget to find us on Facebook and Twitter.   […]

415-2: The “Q-Some Twosome” Stand Alone

Yesterday, the U.S. House of Representatives held votes on a variety of bills ahead of getting out of town for the weekend. Colorado Public Radio’s Caitlyn Kim followed the action via Twitter yesterday: one fully expected party-line vote, others nearly unanimous, and a few others where Colorado Republican freshman Rep. Lauren Boebert was part of […]

Boebert Pushing Racist “White Replacement” Voter Conspiracy

(Promoted by Colorado Pols) Colorado Republican Congresswoman Lauren Boebert’s anti-immigrant rhetoric has taken a dark turn as of late, nodding to a white supremacist theory that says people of color are replacing white populations and promoting the conspiracy that Democrats support immigration because it gives them an electoral advantage. As the American Independent’s Oliver Willis reported, […]

Rose Pugliese for County Attorney, or SOS, or Whatever

FRIDAY UPDATE: Charles Ashby of The Grand Junction Daily Sentinel confirms what we first reported on Thursday: Rose Pugliese withdrew her name from consideration for the Mesa County Attorney position: In a letter of withdrawal sent on Tuesday, Pugliese told Commissioners Janet Rowland, Cody Davis and Scott McInnis that she’s not yet done with politics. As […]

Get More Smarter on Not Tax Day (April 15)

For most people, tax day this year is on May 17th. Let’s Get More Smarter; if you think we missed something important, please include the link in the comments below (here’s a good example). If you are more of an audio learner, check out The Get More Smarter Podcast. And don’t forget to find us on Facebook […]

Douglas County Commish Laughs At 560,000 Dead Americans

Denver7’s Robert Garrison reports on the resolution passed this week by the all-GOP Douglas County Board of Commissioners, declaring with the combined weight of exactly zero medical or public health experience that “the pandemic is over”–and ordering DougCo to drop its defenses against COVID-19: Declaring that “this pandemic is over,” the Douglas County Board of […]

The GMS Podcast: Q*Bert Conquers the Spirit World

This week on The Get More Smarter Podcast… Lauren Boebert is taking ground in the “spirit realm.” Will she bring about the rectification of the Vuldronaii with Gozer the Traveller? 👀🔮 🔊🎙️ Find out in this week’s podcast: https://t.co/jVLdzvlC9B pic.twitter.com/eJs6aR15rb — The Get More Smarter Podcast (@MoreSmarterShow) April 15, 2021   Catch up on previous […]

Bennet, Hickenlooper Back Paid Sick Leave Legislation

Both of Colorado’s U.S. Senators have signed onto the “Health Families Act,” the latest version of federal legislation that seeks to require employers to provide paid sick leave for workers. From a press release: U.S. Senators John Hickenlooper and Michael Bennet joined 36 of their Senate colleagues to introduce the Healthy Families Act, paid sick […]

Get More Smarter on Wednesday (April 14)

There are 254 shopping days until Christmas. Let’s Get More Smarter; if you think we missed something important, please include the link in the comments below (here’s a good example). If you are more of an audio learner, check out The Get More Smarter Podcast. And don’t forget to find us on Facebook and Twitter.   CORONAVIRUS […]

Tips to Find a Reputable Attorney

Cases of accidental death can be emotional and challenging. Along with mourning for your lost loved one, you want to recover some type of compensation for your pain and suffering and the loss of this person. If you find yourself in this situation, hiring an accidental death lawyer Jacksonville FL is highly recommended. However, not […]

Today In Poorly Chosen Republican Words

Last week, Colorado House Minority Leader Hugh McKean elicited more than a few groans for his pledge on a local AM radio show that the “Colorado Option” bill to bring down the cost of health care for consumers would be “the hill we,” meaning Republicans in the Colorado General Assembly, “die on.” Which is, we […]

White House Gives Colorado C- Grade On Infrastructure

Colorado Newsline’s Laura Olson reports: In the next phase of President Joe Biden’s sales pitch for his $2 trillion infrastructure package, his administration is framing its argument around the mounting, unmet needs in states as it seeks to build public support for another massive spending bill. Democrats are also hitting back at criticisms from congressional […]

Biden Announces Complete Withdrawal From Afghanistan

UPDATE: Statement from Rep. Jason Crow of Aurora: “My own service in Afghanistan made it abundantly clear to me that if there was a military solution to the war in Afghanistan, we would have found one years ago. I support the Biden Administration’s decision to finally bring our longest war to an end, but we […]

Another “Honey Badger” to Worry About

He wants to run for Secretary of State (SOS), and he calls himself “Honey Badger.” You can exhale a little bit. We’re not talking about former Colorado SOS and failed candidate for Republican State Party Chair Scott Gessler, though the similarities are striking. We’re instead discussing Arizona Republican Rep. Mark Finchem, the Colonel Sanders cosplay […]

The Importance of Auto Insurance Claims Adjusters

Have you ever been in an automobile accident? If you have, you know that there are many steps to getting your claim resolved. One of the most important people involved in this process is the claims adjuster. You may be wondering what exactly they do; read on to learn more. What Does a Claims Adjuster […]

CPAs and Tax Planning: A Winning Combination

When it comes to tax planning and tax preparation, almost no one gets a happy feeling or a gung-ho attitude. This type of work, although necessary, is a burdensome chore that really must be attended to year-long, not just at tax time. Perhaps it time to work with certified public accountants Houston TX. What Is […]

What you can do to fight for progress this week (April 12)

Like these alerts? Click here to subscribe. It’s been a difficult year+, and the anxiety from the compounded effects of the COVID-19 pandemic rippling across society and the damaged economy have created new challenges on top of the pre-existing struggles faced by working Americans. As a result, already-strained mental health and substance abuse treatment resources […]

Get More Smarter on Monday (April 12)

Happy Birthday, David Letterman. Let’s Get More Smarter; if you think we missed something important, please include the link in the comments below (here’s a good example). If you are more of an audio learner, check out The Get More Smarter Podcast. And don’t forget to find us on Facebook and Twitter.   CORONAVIRUS INFO… *Colorado Coronavirus […]

Just Stop Talking, Rep. Matt Soper

Last week, we wrote about the unhinged reaction on the part of a number of Western Slope Republicans, including up-and-coming wunderkind Rep. Matt Soper, to the results of city council elections in Grand Junction–in which a slate of GOP-endorsed candidates was soundly defeated by a bipartisan moderate coalition: State Rep. @SoperMatthew is so triggered that […]

Answer These Five Questions Before Hiring a Personal Injury Attorney

When you’ve had an accident and need an attorney, it may feel like the last thing you have time for is evaluating different lawyers. However, even if you have to have a family member or friend do this for you, it’s important that you get the best representation you can to reach a fair settlement […]

Boebert Doubles Down On The Big Lie At Club 20

The Grand Junction Sentinel’s veteran political reporter Charles Ashby updates from the Club 20 2021 Spring Conference–a Western Slope civic organization that struggled for relevance in recent years as the region’s right-wing politics diverged from the mainstream and Club 20 followed suit. On Friday, Club 20 hosted freshman GOP Rep. Lauren Boebert for the discussion […]

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