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Opinion: An open letter to Colorado lawmakers from Colorado Concern

by Mike Kopp 2:50 AM MDT on Jun 7, 2020

Dear Legislative Leaders, This session has been far from typical. The Colorado of January is all but unrecognizable today and your willingness to remain engaged, and work for the betterment of our state, is greatly appreciated. Many priorities have needed to be set aside because we no longer have the money to fund them or […]

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