Colorado Democrats

House Democrats Fear Progressive Shift in Colorado

There seems to be a palpable anxiety among some House Democrats, particularly in Colorado, about the prospect of another significant defeat, this time at the hands of the progressive wing of their own party. This fear isn’t about losing to Republicans, but rather about being outflanked from the left, which suggests a growing divide within the Democratic coalition. The narrative emerging is that a victory for a more progressive candidate in Colorado could be framed as a “loss” by the party establishment, a perspective that many find perplexing and even counterproductive.

This framing itself is seen by many as a symptom of the problem, perpetuating a cycle that benefits the right.… Continue reading

Democrats Censure Polis for Election Denier Sentence Commutation

Colorado Democrats have censured Governor Jared Polis for commuting the sentence of Tina Peters, a former county clerk convicted of election tampering. The party stated that reducing Peters’ sentence, especially under pressure from former President Trump, undermines justice and sets a dangerous precedent. Polis’s decision to shorten Peters’ nine-year sentence to make her eligible for parole was met with widespread backlash from fellow Democrats who argued it disregarded the party’s values and democratic commitments.

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