As the energy crisis looms over this year's election, statehouse Republicans hosted a panel discussion today to address the high price of fuel. At the forefront of that discussion: how domestic energy exploration can alleviate skyrocketing gas prices.
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8/26: More money won't fix public schools
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Are politicians finally getting the message that more money won’t fix our failing schools? More >
Energy day at the Capitol
August 22, 2008Business leaders urge Ritter to just say "no" to trial lawyer
August 21, 2008A coalition of business leaders is calling on Gov. Bill Ritter, a Democrat, to decline a recommendation to nominate a controversial trial lawyer to a judgeship.
FTS on the Air: Ritter promised "open" government, but doesn't deliver
August 19, 2008In his inaugural address, Gov. Bill Ritter, a Democrat, promised a state government that was open and transparent to the people. But his administration has fallen far short of that goal, as revealed in a Fox 31 TV report Monday. Now, in the aftermath of the State Patrol's refusal to release flight records to Face The State, lawmakers are asking if Ritter will ever live up to his lofty rhetoric.
8/19: Coffman's gift to the Democrats
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Congratulations, Mike Coffman. The Secretary of State won the GOP primary in the 6th Congressional District, which makes him a near lock this November. But that’s a big trade-off for Republicans across Colorado. More >
"The Buzz" on Newstalk 1310 KFKA, 8/18 - What is Gov. Ritter hiding?
August 18, 2008Face The State managing editor Brad Jones talks with Newstalk 1310 KFKA's Amy Oliver about The Denver Post's recent open records lawsuit against Democrat Gov. Bill Ritter. Face The State has experienced its own troubles in obtaining public documents from Ritter's office, including a high-profile denial in 2007 that has led to ongoing litigation.
8/18: Government now "union-made"
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We knew it would happen. All of Colorado’s state government is unionized. And all in less than a year. More >
Coffman primary victory jump-starts GOP talk of saving SoS seat
A Face the State Staff Report
August 15, 2008If he resigns his post within the next 12 days, Secretary of State Mike Coffman has a chance to save his statewide office from being taken over by a Democrat appointee. But there is disagreement among Republicans about whether or not he should step down.
The week in Colorado news: Coffman wins and loses at the same time, Broomfield "nuisance" laws
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Face The State's Kate Melvin joins FTS managing editor Brad Jones for a look at the week that was in Colorado news, including a recap of winners and losers in this week's party primaries. More >
Voters will see 15 minute voting limit at polls
A Face the State Staff Report
August 14, 2008This November, Colorado voters will be limited to just 15 minutes in the voting booth to decide on nearly 20 statewide issues and a multitude of candidates.
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8/28: Obama at Invesco Field
Barack Obama – I mean, the messiah – delivers his acceptance speech tonight at Invesco Field in Denver. And the change in venue has brought in millions for the cash-strapped Democrats running the show.