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The Colorado Sun’s politics team were live and in-person to preview the 2026 Legislative Session with some of our state’s lawmakers.

Topics included what Coloradans can expect during the session surrounding politics and policy, as well as a focus on the budget deficit. Colorado Sun’s Politics Reporter & Editor Jesse Paul and Colorado Sun Politics Reporter Taylor Dolven.

Speakers included:

  • Gov. Jared Polis – Virtual
  • Senate Majority Leader Robert Rodriguez, D-Denver – 6:30-7 p.m.
  • Colorado House Speaker Julie McCluskie, D-Dillon – 6:30-7 p.m
  • State Sen. Barbara Kirkmeyer, R-Brighton – 7-7:30 p.m.
  • State Sen. Judy Amabile, D-Boulder – 7-7:30 p.m.

This event is presented by Colorado Education Association and sponsored by Aponte & Busam Public Affairs Consultants.

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