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U.S. Presidential Election

  • Blogs

    May 17, 2012

    Top ten recent politicians to excuse stupid comments with "I misspoke"

    Earlier, we reported about Representative Mike Coffman's excuse for a comment he made suggesting that Barack Obama may not have been born in the U.S.: "I misspoke." By making this claim, Coffman is in good company: It's become a favorite of politicians who say something dumb or inaccurate but want t ... More >>

  • Blogs

    May 11, 2012

    Reader: I'm a Ron Paul fan who can't make myself vote for Mitt Romney

    As noted in a William Breathes post, presumptive Republican presidential nominee Mitt Romney wasn't pleased by a TV reporter's question about cannabis. The item whipped up plenty o' vitriol, with one memorable comment coming from a Ron Paul supporter.

  • Blogs

    March 6, 2012

    Abound Solar to become GOP talking point in wake of layoffs, unreported shutdown?

    Update below: It's Super Tuesday, with voters in ten states choosing among Mitt Romney, Rick Santorium, Newt Gingrich and Ron Paul for a Republican presidential candidate. And whoever wins the nomination is apt to use controversial Department of Energy loans to alternative energy companies as a talk ... More >>

  • Blogs

    February 27, 2012

    Rick Santorum polling better against Obama in Colorado than Mitt Romney?

    Denver blog posts make all the difference. In a poll shared by Colorado Pols, President Barack Obama is ahead of Mitt Romney in a handful of states that include Colorado, but narrowly trails Rick Santorum. That's a conservative estimate. DenverRadio.net collects the day's radio news -- and there's ... More >>

  • Blogs

    February 14, 2012

    Videos: Top five glitter bombings -- and how Peter Smith's attack on Mitt Romney stacks up

    Mitt Romney​Cops and Secret Service agents who protect Republican presidential hopefuls are dealing with a new kind of threat -- one that sparkles. Last Tuesday, Denver got into the act when Peter Smith, a college student and politics intern, was arrested after he tried to throw blue glitter o ... More >>

  • Blogs

    February 10, 2012

    Peter Smith, glitter bomber, bombs out with inept attempt on Mitt Romney

    Mitt Romney.​Is Mitt Romney the anti-Christ? Are his politics unbearably loathsome? Is his hair too perfect? The answers to those questions depend on your own point of view. But no matter what you believe, throwing glitter on someone is pretty much never the right way to express your feelings ... More >>

  • Blogs

    February 8, 2012

    Video: Rachel Maddow wonders if Rick Santorum win in Colorado matters

    The headlines say that Rick Santorum, of all people, was the big winner yesterday among wannabe Republican presidential nominees thanks to victories in the Colorado and Minnesota caucuses and the Missouri primary. But his prize didn't come in delegates, since none were at stake in any of the contest ... More >>

  • Blogs

    February 6, 2012

    Newt Gingrich joins Mitt Romney, Rick Santorum on pre-caucus campaign trail

    When last we spoke with Colorado Republican Party head Ryan Call about the February 7 Colorado caucuses, he noted that Newt Gingrich had not scheduled any state events. But that's changed. At this hour, Gingrich is scheduled at a west-side rally, with another assembly juxtaposing him and Rick Santor ... More >>

  • Blogs

    January 31, 2012

    Ron Paul blasts Newt Gingrich as serial hypocrite in advance of Colorado appearances

    Ron Paul isn't the only presidential candidate in Colorado today; Rick Santorum is slated to speak at the Lone Tree Golf Club Lounge at 10 a.m. But Paul will certainly make a bigger splash, with three events on tap. And in advance, his surrogates are taking shots at one of his principal opponents, N ... More >>

  • Blogs

    January 30, 2012

    Ron Paul schedules three Colorado appearances Tuesday, thousands expected

    The Florida primary takes place tomorrow, with Mitt Romney and Newt Gingrich expected to spend their day slugging it out for Republican votes in the Sunshine State. But not Representative Ron Paul, who's instead scheduled a full day of campaigning in Colorado, a week before the February 7 caucuses h ... More >>

  • News

    January 26, 2012

    The Latter-day Saints have come marching into Denver, but some are hipper than others

    The Florida primary takes place tomorrow, with Mitt Romney and Newt Gingrich expected to spend their day slugging it out for Republican votes in the Sunshine State. But not Representative Ron Paul, who's instead scheduled a full day of campaigning in Colorado, a week before the February 7 caucuses h ... More >>

  • Blogs

    January 24, 2012

    Mitt Romney plans CO caucus visit, Ron Paul likely, but what about Newt?

    Earlier this month, Colorado Republican Party chairman Ryan Call argued that this year's Colorado Republican Caucus will mean more than ever, in part because the date was moved up to February 7. When Mitt Romney looked poised to sweep Iowa, New Hampshire and South Carolina, this claim looked suspect ... More >>

  • Blogs

    January 20, 2012

    Rick Santorum blessed by Focus on the Family founder James Dobson pre-South Carolina vote

    Even though Rick Santorum kinda won the Iowa caucuses, he's a long shot to pass Mitt Romney and become the Republican pick for president. His last chance appears to be a strong showing in South Carolina tomorrow -- one that'll require evangelicals to get behind him (and not sinful Newt Gingrich). To ... More >>

  • News

    January 19, 2012

    Why do Mexicans find Mormonism so fascinating?

    Even though Rick Santorum kinda won the Iowa caucuses, he's a long shot to pass Mitt Romney and become the Republican pick for president. His last chance appears to be a strong showing in South Carolina tomorrow -- one that'll require evangelicals to get behind him (and not sinful Newt Gingrich). To ... More >>

  • Calendar

    January 12, 2012

    Give ’Em Heller

    Even though Rick Santorum kinda won the Iowa caucuses, he's a long shot to pass Mitt Romney and become the Republican pick for president. His last chance appears to be a strong showing in South Carolina tomorrow -- one that'll require evangelicals to get behind him (and not sinful Newt Gingrich). To ... More >>

  • Blogs

    January 6, 2012

    Tim Tebow and Ron Paul: A point-by-point comparison

    Tim Tebow.​Tim Tebow's stock as a quarterback may be falling -- ESPN's Mike and Mike have less confidence in him than any other QB in the playoffs this weekend -- but he remains a cultural lightning rod. Note that even The New Yorker's Ben McGrath is weighing in on him, albeit by suggesting t ... More >>

  • Blogs

    January 6, 2012

    Ryan Call on why Colorado Republican caucuses mean more than ever

    Colorado's first caucuses were modestly attended affairs that didn't have a sizable impact on the presidential choices of either major party. But turnout jumped four years ago, especially for the Democratic caucus that boosted Barack Obama. Predictably, Colorado Republican Party chairman Ryan Call i ... More >>

  • Blogs

    January 4, 2012

    Video: Tim Tebow magic betrays Michelle Bachmann and Rick Perry in Iowa

    Video below.​Tim Tebow's three game losing streak on the field is echoed by the skid experienced by Republican presidential candidates who invoke him. Last month, Texas Governor Rick Perry said he wanted to be the Tim Tebow of the Iowa caucuses. Instead, he finished fifth last night and is sus ... More >>

  • Blogs

    January 4, 2012

    Mitt Romney's win in Iowa could threaten immigrants, say Colorado Democrats

    Rick Palacio​Colorado's Democratic leaders are worried that last night's win for Mitt Romney in the Iowa caucus could spell trouble for immigrants in Colorado. "Folks, it takes an alarming event to bring the likes of us together to weigh in on the Republican nomination," Colorado Democratic P ... More >>

  • Blogs

    December 19, 2011

    Reader: Honk if you support Ron Paul

    ​Last Friday morning, metro area highways were almost as crowded as a Republican presidential debate when supporters of Ron Paul unfurled banners, slowing traffic along the routes. And although the Colorado Department of Transportation says such advertisements are against the law, Paul propone ... More >>

  • Blogs

    December 16, 2011

    Ron Paul banners on overpasses slow traffic across Denver

    Ron Paul.​Shortly after Texas Governor Rick Perry invoked Tim Tebow at last night's Republican presidential debate, followers of another candidate, Ron Paul, delivered a message to Denver-area drivers -- one that may have pissed off as many of them as it inspired. Unknown Paul supporters hung ... More >>

  • Blogs

    November 29, 2011

    Colorado comedian Lori Callahan sticks it to the Mormons

    Lori Callahan is not a Mormon.​Even though we may have made the "wrong assumption, wrong conclusion" about the onslaught of "I'm a Mormon" billboards across the state, comedian Lori Callahan still sees a correlation. She can't help but think that as the election draws closer, Republican presid ... More >>

  • Blogs

    January 20, 2009

    Wake-Up Call: Barack to the future

    In so many ways, the Democratic National Convention of last August seems like a dream, a dream that packed the streets and businesses of Denver, and sent images of this city around the world. Looking out the window now, I can barely make out the silhouette of Invesco Field at Mile High, where Bar ... More >>

  • Blogs

    October 28, 2008

    Sloppy Joes at McCain headquarters

    In so many ways, the Democratic National Convention of last August seems like a dream, a dream that packed the streets and businesses of Denver, and sent images of this city around the world. Looking out the window now, I can barely make out the silhouette of Invesco Field at Mile High, where Bar ... More >>

  • Blogs

    October 27, 2008

    Sorry, Obama doesn't run with the wolves

    In so many ways, the Democratic National Convention of last August seems like a dream, a dream that packed the streets and businesses of Denver, and sent images of this city around the world. Looking out the window now, I can barely make out the silhouette of Invesco Field at Mile High, where Bar ... More >>

  • Blogs

    October 10, 2008

    John McCain live on KOA this morning

    In so many ways, the Democratic National Convention of last August seems like a dream, a dream that packed the streets and businesses of Denver, and sent images of this city around the world. Looking out the window now, I can barely make out the silhouette of Invesco Field at Mile High, where Bar ... More >>

  • Blogs

    October 10, 2008

    Four Days in Denver: Behind the scenes at the DNC

    In so many ways, the Democratic National Convention of last August seems like a dream, a dream that packed the streets and businesses of Denver, and sent images of this city around the world. Looking out the window now, I can barely make out the silhouette of Invesco Field at Mile High, where Bar ... More >>

  • Blogs

    September 16, 2008

    The bad economy and the Barack Obama's-a-Muslim lie

    In so many ways, the Democratic National Convention of last August seems like a dream, a dream that packed the streets and businesses of Denver, and sent images of this city around the world. Looking out the window now, I can barely make out the silhouette of Invesco Field at Mile High, where Bar ... More >>

  • Blogs

    September 5, 2008

    Denver's post-party depression

    In so many ways, the Democratic National Convention of last August seems like a dream, a dream that packed the streets and businesses of Denver, and sent images of this city around the world. Looking out the window now, I can barely make out the silhouette of Invesco Field at Mile High, where Bar ... More >>

  • Blogs

    September 4, 2008

    CNN reports John McCain secures the... Democratic nomination?

    In so many ways, the Democratic National Convention of last August seems like a dream, a dream that packed the streets and businesses of Denver, and sent images of this city around the world. Looking out the window now, I can barely make out the silhouette of Invesco Field at Mile High, where Bar ... More >>

  • Blogs

    September 3, 2008

    Shocker: Focus on the Family's James Dobson loves supporting McCain now

    In so many ways, the Democratic National Convention of last August seems like a dream, a dream that packed the streets and businesses of Denver, and sent images of this city around the world. Looking out the window now, I can barely make out the silhouette of Invesco Field at Mile High, where Bar ... More >>

  • News

    August 21, 2008

    The Denver media gets ready for its DNC close-up

    In so many ways, the Democratic National Convention of last August seems like a dream, a dream that packed the streets and businesses of Denver, and sent images of this city around the world. Looking out the window now, I can barely make out the silhouette of Invesco Field at Mile High, where Bar ... More >>

  • Blogs

    July 23, 2008

    Convention Won't Affect Broncos-Packers Game. Unless it Does

    In so many ways, the Democratic National Convention of last August seems like a dream, a dream that packed the streets and businesses of Denver, and sent images of this city around the world. Looking out the window now, I can barely make out the silhouette of Invesco Field at Mile High, where Bar ... More >>

  • Blogs

    July 22, 2008

    USA Today Rips Denver's Plans For DNC Protesters

    In so many ways, the Democratic National Convention of last August seems like a dream, a dream that packed the streets and businesses of Denver, and sent images of this city around the world. Looking out the window now, I can barely make out the silhouette of Invesco Field at Mile High, where Bar ... More >>

  • Blogs

    July 22, 2008

    USA Today Rips Denver's Plans For DNC Protesters

    In so many ways, the Democratic National Convention of last August seems like a dream, a dream that packed the streets and businesses of Denver, and sent images of this city around the world. Looking out the window now, I can barely make out the silhouette of Invesco Field at Mile High, where Bar ... More >>

  • Blogs

    July 8, 2008

    The Curse of Coors

    In so many ways, the Democratic National Convention of last August seems like a dream, a dream that packed the streets and businesses of Denver, and sent images of this city around the world. Looking out the window now, I can barely make out the silhouette of Invesco Field at Mile High, where Bar ... More >>

  • Blogs

    July 7, 2008

    It's Mile High for the Obama Acceptance Speech

    In so many ways, the Democratic National Convention of last August seems like a dream, a dream that packed the streets and businesses of Denver, and sent images of this city around the world. Looking out the window now, I can barely make out the silhouette of Invesco Field at Mile High, where Bar ... More >>

  • Blogs

    July 7, 2008

    Barack Obama and Invesco Field's Balloon Payment

    In so many ways, the Democratic National Convention of last August seems like a dream, a dream that packed the streets and businesses of Denver, and sent images of this city around the world. Looking out the window now, I can barely make out the silhouette of Invesco Field at Mile High, where Bar ... More >>

  • Blogs

    July 7, 2008

    Your Show Lands McCain, Obama

    In so many ways, the Democratic National Convention of last August seems like a dream, a dream that packed the streets and businesses of Denver, and sent images of this city around the world. Looking out the window now, I can barely make out the silhouette of Invesco Field at Mile High, where Bar ... More >>

  • Blogs

    June 30, 2008

    McCain’s Vietcong Endorsement: Believe It...or Not!

    In so many ways, the Democratic National Convention of last August seems like a dream, a dream that packed the streets and businesses of Denver, and sent images of this city around the world. Looking out the window now, I can barely make out the silhouette of Invesco Field at Mile High, where Bar ... More >>

  • Blogs

    June 27, 2008

    The Ralph Nader-Barack Obama Controversy, or Lack Thereof

    In so many ways, the Democratic National Convention of last August seems like a dream, a dream that packed the streets and businesses of Denver, and sent images of this city around the world. Looking out the window now, I can barely make out the silhouette of Invesco Field at Mile High, where Bar ... More >>

  • Blogs

    June 4, 2008

    Waxing Poetic about Obama

    In so many ways, the Democratic National Convention of last August seems like a dream, a dream that packed the streets and businesses of Denver, and sent images of this city around the world. Looking out the window now, I can barely make out the silhouette of Invesco Field at Mile High, where Bar ... More >>

  • Blogs

    June 4, 2008

    Q&A With Gary Hart

    In so many ways, the Democratic National Convention of last August seems like a dream, a dream that packed the streets and businesses of Denver, and sent images of this city around the world. Looking out the window now, I can barely make out the silhouette of Invesco Field at Mile High, where Bar ... More >>

  • Blogs

    May 23, 2008

    Seminal Election, Centennial Race: The General Election Begins and Ends in Colorado

    In so many ways, the Democratic National Convention of last August seems like a dream, a dream that packed the streets and businesses of Denver, and sent images of this city around the world. Looking out the window now, I can barely make out the silhouette of Invesco Field at Mile High, where Bar ... More >>

  • Blogs

    February 1, 2008

    Alternative Funding Suggestions for John McCain

    In so many ways, the Democratic National Convention of last August seems like a dream, a dream that packed the streets and businesses of Denver, and sent images of this city around the world. Looking out the window now, I can barely make out the silhouette of Invesco Field at Mile High, where Bar ... More >>

  • Blogs

    January 30, 2008

    Johnny Walking

    In so many ways, the Democratic National Convention of last August seems like a dream, a dream that packed the streets and businesses of Denver, and sent images of this city around the world. Looking out the window now, I can barely make out the silhouette of Invesco Field at Mile High, where Bar ... More >>

  • Blogs

    January 21, 2008

    Obama Courts the Juggalo Vote. Seriously.

    In so many ways, the Democratic National Convention of last August seems like a dream, a dream that packed the streets and businesses of Denver, and sent images of this city around the world. Looking out the window now, I can barely make out the silhouette of Invesco Field at Mile High, where Bar ... More >>

  • Blogs

    December 20, 2007

    Tancs for the Memories, Tom

    In so many ways, the Democratic National Convention of last August seems like a dream, a dream that packed the streets and businesses of Denver, and sent images of this city around the world. Looking out the window now, I can barely make out the silhouette of Invesco Field at Mile High, where Bar ... More >>

  • Blogs

    November 16, 2007

    Tom Tancredo's $400 Haircut

    In so many ways, the Democratic National Convention of last August seems like a dream, a dream that packed the streets and businesses of Denver, and sent images of this city around the world. Looking out the window now, I can barely make out the silhouette of Invesco Field at Mile High, where Bar ... More >>

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