Why Denver Needs Civilian Leadership in Public Safety
Al Gardner comes to this role not as a rookie but as an experienced executive.
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Celebrate (and Protect) Your Right to Read
Stand up for free speech during Banned Books Week, October 5-11.
Nonprofits and President Trump’s Executive Orders: A Call to Action
Organizations must protect their constituents, members and employees, while preserving their operational integrity.
Denver Needs Experienced Public Safety Leadership, Not Political Appointments
Why City Council should reject the nomination of Al Gardner as Executive Director of Public Safety.
Queer Prisoners Speak Out for Justice
“By ignoring this cyclical pattern of dehumanization, individuals who identify as LGBTQ will continue to feel threatened.”
The Evolution of School Shootings From Columbine to Evergreen, From Bullying to Brainwashing
“Get off the internet. It is possibly the worst influence in our society and civilization in history.”
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How to Avoid Seeing Disturbing Content on Social Media and Protect Your Peace of Mind
You are not powerless.
Colorado Has One of the Nation’s Highest Suicide Rates: Here’s How to Bring It Down
The answer is simple: “Reduce firearm access for people with suicide risk.”
World War III Won’t Start With Missiles: It’s Already Online
From the Capitol insurrection to coordinated attacks on public institutions, the line between online radicalization and real-world violence is vanishing.
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When the Government Can See Everything: How Palantir Is Mapping the Nation’s Data
The Department of Defense has awarded this Denver-based company billion-dollar contracts to support battlefield intelligence and AI-driven analysis.
Balancing Kratom’s Potential Benefits and Risks: New Legislation Seeks to Minimize Harm
Despite the local and national debate over 7-OH, scientists are continuing to explore kratom compounds for their legitimate medical use.
A $950 Million City Bond Deserves Full Transparency
“Denver residents want to support good projects that improve our daily life and solve real problems. Taxpayers also want to know that their money is being managed responsibly.”
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New Denver Broncos Stadium Must Stay in the Mile High City
A move to the suburbs is a personal foul.
We Grew Up Here, We Deserve to Thrive Here
Homegrown leadership doesn’t need to be imported…but it needs to be recognized.
Moose Have Lived in Colorado for Centuries: Unpacking the Evidence
Statements on the National Park Service website assert that Colorado has never supported a breeding population of moose – only the occasional transient visitor. That’s wrong.
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Ranked Choice Voting Strengthens Democracy – Here’s Why Denver Should Embrace It
Denver City Council will hold a public hearing tonight on a proposed change to city elections. Councilman Kevin Flynn opposes the move; this is a rebuttal.
A Call for Mental Health Awareness
We need a task force to help those who are suffering, as well as their families.
Memo: The Many Flaws of Ranked Choice Voting
Denver City Council is considering changing city elections to ranked choice voting. This member thinks that’s a bad idea.
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Bonds Are Debt – Not Revenue – and There’s Nothing Vibrant About Debt
“Money from the people to the government is the only way to pay for all things government.”
Peace Dividends and the People’s Cut: Rethinking War, Wealth and Leadership in Post-Crony America
Where’s the reinvestment in our schools, our streets, our health systems – or at least a viable plan for the future of our country?
Let UMS End. Then Let It Get Free.
The Underground Music Showcase will celebrate its 25th anniversary next weekend, then end in its current form. Maybe it’s time.
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‘ICE Invaded Our Community to Grab a Good Neighbor’
Oscar had been living in the neighborhood for seven years and had no criminal record, not even a traffic ticket.