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Proposal: Denver Question 2G Simplifies City Council Elections to Guarantee Majority Winners

By Kevin Flynn and Darrell Watson, Denver City CouncilmembersOctober 20, 2025

“The at-large seats should be decided in the same way all other positions are elected, and this proposal does that.”

A Former Revolutionary Looks at a Nation Losing its Compass

By Jason Van TatenhoveOctober 19, 2025

A review of One Battle After Another, kind of.

Mayor Mike Johnston talks to the press.

Before You Vote on the Vibrant Denver Bond, Consider These Questions

By Cheryl SpectorOctober 19, 2025

“We all have the power to choose the kind of difference we make, and I want the best for the inhabitants of Denver.”

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People Like Me Aren’t in Most Homeless Counts

By Jason SpeltsOctober 18, 2025

“Holy shit, this person gets it!”

Opinion: Denver Should Vote Yes on 310

Opinion: Denver Should Vote Yes on 310

By John BaileyOctober 15, 2025

Or there will be negative consequences for Denver youth and families.

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The Unintended Consequences of Flavor Bans

By Marina MurphyOctober 12, 2025

Denver voters should remember that flavored nicotine products provide alternatives for those who smoke.

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Colorado Protected Families From Synthetic 7-OH. The DEA Must Finish the Job

By David BreggerOctober 12, 2025

It was in my son’s memory that Colorado legislators passed the Daniel Bregger Act.

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This Doctor Has Spent Two Decades With Patients Experiencing Homelessness

By Sarah StellaOctober 11, 2025

Here’s what she fears and what gives her hope.

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Roaming Characters at Casa Bonita Are a Big Part of the Magic

By Joshua EmersonOctober 6, 2025

Casa Bonita performer Joshua Emerson on the restaurant’s recent decision to remove roaming characters, which he says are a big part of the magic of the Pink Palace.

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Why Denver Needs Civilian Leadership in Public Safety

By John BaileyOctober 5, 2025

Al Gardner comes to this role not as a rookie but as an experienced executive.

Celebrate (and Protect) Your Right to Read

By Kellye Crocker, Tara Dairman and Emily KrempholtzOctober 4, 2025

Stand up for free speech during Banned Books Week, October 5-11.

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Nonprofits and President Trump’s Executive Orders: A Call to Action

By Tom Downey and Paul LhevineSeptember 28, 2025

Organizations must protect their constituents, members and employees, while preserving their operational integrity.

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Denver Needs Experienced Public Safety Leadership, Not Political Appointments

By Robert DavisSeptember 21, 2025

Why City Council should reject the nomination of Al Gardner as Executive Director of Public Safety.

Queer Prisoners Speak Out for Justice

Queer Prisoners Speak Out for Justice

By Keean DavisSeptember 20, 2025

“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

The Evolution of School Shootings From Columbine to Evergreen, From Bullying to Brainwashing

By Randy BrownSeptember 15, 2025

“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

How to Avoid Seeing Disturbing Content on Social Media and Protect Your Peace of Mind

By Annie MargaretSeptember 15, 2025

You are not powerless.

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Colorado Has One of the Nation’s Highest Suicide Rates: Here’s How to Bring It Down

By Emmy BetzSeptember 7, 2025

The answer is simple: “Reduce firearm access for people with suicide risk.”

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World War III Won’t Start With Missiles: It’s Already Online

By Ava MooreSeptember 1, 2025

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

By Nicole M. BennettAugust 31, 2025

The Department of Defense has awarded this Denver-based company billion-dollar contracts to support battlefield intelligence and AI-driven analysis.

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Balancing Kratom’s Potential Benefits and Risks: New Legislation Seeks to Minimize Harm

By David KrollAugust 30, 2025

Despite the local and national debate over 7-OH, scientists are continuing to explore kratom compounds for their legitimate medical use.

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A $950 Million City Bond Deserves Full Transparency

By Erik ClarkeAugust 24, 2025

“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

By Wellington WebbAugust 23, 2025

A move to the suburbs is a personal foul.

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