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SHAFFER VS HICKENLOOPER: Leading Democrats Disagree On Role Of Government In Job Creation
Democrat Governor John Hickenlooper believes government doesn't create jobs and excessive regulation prevents strong economic growth. So does Republican Speaker of the House Frank McNulty. But Democrat Senate President Brandon Shaffer rejects that argument,...
While Republicans Protect Seniors, Hick Abandons Them. Why?
By Peak News Contributor Dave Diepenbrock What do we really want government to do about its overspending? That's a question in Washington and Colorado. Some answers (and who gives them) are: Raise taxes (say some Democrats);Cut spending and...
HYPOCRISY NOW: ProgressNow Attacks Coors Jr For Same “Issues” That Perlmutter Has
We've always known liberal special interest group ProgressNow to be massive hypocrites. But in a recent press release-turned-Spot-blog, they really outdid themselves. Hoping to get a hit on Joe Coors Jr before he's even an official candidate for Congress,...
STATE OF THE STATE: Hick Praises Stetsons & Tebow; GOP, Media Lovefest Ensues
Governor John Hickenlooper's magical power over the press and Republicans continued today, as he gave a State of the State Address to great cheers and adulation from the press and the GOP. Julius Caesar would have been jealous of such flattery.The kicker...
NIMBY POLITICS: Oil & Gas Edition
Not in my backyard (NIMBY) politics is an unfortunate affliction that seems to affect folks across the political spectrum. It's a disease that harms economic progress and stirs up plenty of emotions and community anger. We're seeing this affliction rear its...
TOFFEE VS MAGGOTS: Legislative Matchups Looking Strong For GOP With Rock Star Recruits
UPDATE: Vicki Marble has withdrawn her HD49 candidacy and has filed to run in SD23 against state Representative Glen Vaad (R-Mead) in the Republican primary. (h/t Jason Worley of Grassroots Radio (560 AM weekdays 5-7pm)). Perry Buck has endorsed Marble's Senate bid....
EL PASO COUNTY WAR ON ENERGY INDEPENDENCE? Salazar’s War On Drilling Seeks Allies In The Springs
Not something you see everyday: the liberal Denver Post editorial board taking cities and counties across Colorado to task for attempting to implement damaging and unnecessary environmental regulations, including conservative El Paso County, who is still contemplating...
EMBARRASSING EMBARRASSMENT: Shaffer Unveils Lame Gimmick (Targeted at Harry Reid?)
OUR VIEW: Watching Brandon Shaffer operate is like watching Rain Man try to pick up chicks. It just pains you to watch. ------- Brandon Shaffer is so embarrassing. The Peak is embarrassed for him. The Peak hopes he escapes jail time for the crime of being an...
ROMNEY WINS BIG! Can Anyone Stop M.R.’S M-O?
Breaking a record for the modern political era, Mitt Romney tonight became the first (non-incumbent) Republican Presidential primary contender to take top spot in both the Iowa Caucus and New Hampshire primary. With almost 60% reporting, per the AP, Romney leads with...
STATE OF THE CAPITOL: Who’s Up, Who’s Down At The Start Of The Session
Over the last couple of weeks we have provided some critical, and snarky, analysis (here & here) on 5280 Magazine's "Power Issue" that listed what they deemed were the 50 most powerful people in Denver. Today we offer up our own take on the power...