Jeffco money watch: Union-backed Hudak faces pro-business Szabo

A Face the State Staff Report

July 9, 2008

In Jefferson County's closely contested Senate District 19, Democrat Evie Hudak has started raking in union cash, while Republican Libby Szabo has seen her large-donor support come mostly from pro-business organizations and the state's energy providers.

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GOP goes on offensive regarding $4 gas

A Face the State Staff Report

June 23, 2008

As gas prices reach an all-time high in Colorado — with the average price hitting $4 a gallon for the first time Thursday — local Republicans are charging that Democrats controlling state government are to blame in part due to their continued alienation of the energy industry.

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"The Buzz" on Newstalk 1310 KFKA, 5/19 - Sen. Shaffer and CU, races to watch

May 20, 2008

Face The State managing editor Brad Jones talks with Newstalk 1310 KFKA's Amy Oliver about Sen. Brandon Shaffer statement he and his Democrat Senate colleagues believe a conservative professor "doesn't belong at CU." Also, a discussion of state legislative races to watch this fall. More >

Multiple factors aid in Democrat takeover of North Jeffco

A Face the State Staff Report

May 20, 2008

While once Republican strategists could count on north Jefferson County to turn their way on Election Day, the last decade has proven a bloodbath for the party, with Democrats now holding all but a single one of the region’s five state legislative seats.

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Election Preview: Top State Senate races to watch

A Face the State Staff Report

May 13, 2008

With the 2008 state legislative session now heading for its place in the history books, Colorado heads full force toward election season. At Face The State, we will be providing an up-to-the minute analysis of the hottest races you'll want to be watching. You'll get the chance to know the players, how much cash they have on hand, and how they stack up against their opposition.

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