Tuesday, Oct. 2, was an exciting day in Colorado for public lands. We celebrated the 50th anniversary of the National Trails System, which includes the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail, running almost 800 miles through some of our state’s most iconic places, including Rocky Mountain National Park and up and over Grays Peak. We also […]
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Opinion: Do not be fooled: Here’s what it really takes to be Colorado’s next attorney general
We are Gov. John W. Hickenlooper’s chief legal counsel, past and present. Like many Coloradans, we are watching the November elections closely, particularly the race for Colorado’s next attorney general. For us, there is no more qualified candidate than Phil Weiser. He has the experience and, most importantly, the judgment necessary to take on the […]
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Drew Litton: Being a Rockies fan can be hazardous to your health
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What’d I Miss finds more than one reason people don’t like to walk alone 10/12/2018
Myra has missed 30 years of her life, due to a coma, but has found a new friendship with her young neighbor, Ossie. Together, they both are searching for their place in this world. < Previous | Archive | Next > More cartoons from The Colorado Sun.
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Sen. Bennet: Kavanaugh confirmation the “latest, lowest point” in endless partisan war
As delivered at the U.S. Senate on Oct. 4, 2018 Editor’s note: The Colorado Sun has also invited Sen. Cory Gardner to share his comments on Kavanaugh’s confirmation. Our vote on the nomination of Judge Kavanaugh has left this body and the American people deeply divided. But I think it has also united every American […]
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Carman: Colorado jurists worry about the future of the U.S. Supreme Court
In the past 50 years, ever since Jean Dubofsky has been a lawyer, Republicans have dominated the U.S. Supreme Court. Since 1969, Republican presidents have appointed 13 Supreme Court justices. Democrats have appointed four. But Dubofsky, who was the first woman named a justice of the Colorado Supreme Court in 1979 and famously led the […]
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Opinion: Bad money vs. bad money — how a Denver ballot measure could be a blueprint for getting money out of politics
Driven by a bizarre confluence of Colorado and federal law, the money rushing into Colorado’s election has taken on a particularly unhealthy role this season. Coloradans are faced with a choice between the Anadarko-backed posterboy and a candidate that buys political offices like tech stocks. The state and country can do something to change this […]
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Jim Morrissey on Rocky Flats National Wildlife Refuge — 10/5/2018
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What’d I Miss on changes in Denver’s Five Points neighborhood — 10/5/2018
Myra has missed 30 years of her life, due to a coma, but has found a new friendship with her young neighbor, Ossie. Together, they both are searching for their place in this world. < Previous | Archive | Next > More cartoons from The Colorado Sun.
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EPA regional chief Doug Benevento: Trust-but-verify technique proves Rocky Flats is ready for the public
Rocky Flats National Wildlife Refuge earlier this month opened to hundreds of visitors who came to enjoy the spectacular scenery, wildlife, and recreational opportunities the site offers. The transformation of this property is a marvel and an achievement to be celebrated. The refuge is located on lands that once surrounded the Rocky Flats industrial plant, […]