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    The current special taxing district is the largest in the state, comprised of 13 counties along the I-25 corridor. The post Big changes to Front Range Rail taxing boundaries proposed appeared first on Complete Colorado.
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  • The bipartisan case for a Colorado prosperity agenda April 30, 2026
    Is it any wonder that since 2019, at least 98 businesses have either left Colorado entirely or moved jobs out of state? The post The bipartisan case for a Colorado prosperity agenda appeared first on Complete Colorado.
    Mark Hillman
  • Senate committee rejects Gov. Polis’ CPW commission appointees April 29, 2026
    Former commissioner Rick Enstrom says the wildlife agency has become more politicized due to outside influences. The post Senate committee rejects Gov. Polis’ CPW commission appointees appeared first on Complete Colorado.
    Savana Kascak
  • Senate Bill 135: Colorado senators pass sleight-of-hand tax hike April 29, 2026
    The bill exchanges billions of dollars in TABOR refunds for a relatively small increase in education funding.  The post Senate Bill 135: Colorado senators pass sleight-of-hand tax hike appeared first on Complete Colorado.
    Nash Herman
  • Unchecked hubris from Colorado’s progressive ruling class April 29, 2026
    When Trump lies, it’s a five-alarm fire for democracy. When Colorado's progressive elite lie, it’s just Tuesday. The post Unchecked hubris from Colorado’s progressive ruling class appeared first on Complete Colorado.
    Jon Caldara
  • Glaring rights violations in Colorado tax-funded preschool case April 28, 2026
    The proper conclusion seems obvious: Government should not be forcing people to financially support preschools. The post Glaring rights violations in Colorado tax-funded preschool case appeared first on Complete Colorado.
    Ari Armstrong
  • The big picture importance of winning the Iran war April 27, 2026
    Polls casting this as an 'unpopular war' are foolishly simplistic and the disapproval percentage misleadingly skewed. The post The big picture importance of winning the Iran war appeared first on Complete Colorado.
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Ep. 179 - Chris Nicholson & Kathleen Chandler - Devil's Advocate You might have heard that democracy is under assault by Donald Trump. Oddly, the Democrats in the state legislature who are shouting "no kings" are making Trump look like a novice. Elected RTD board members Kathleen Chandler and Chris Nicholson explain.
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Ep. 179 - Chris Nicholson & Kathleen Chandler - Devil's Advocate You might have heard that democracy is under assault by Donald Trump. Oddly, the Democrats in the state legislature who are shouting "no kings" are making Trump look like a novice. Elected RTD board members Kathleen Chandler and Chris Nicholson explain.
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Public support for nuclear increases as renewables falls. And, the real cost of servicing a Colorado Coal plant is compared against the cost of replacing it with renewables. How do they stack up? PowerGab Hosts Jake Fogleman and Amy Cooke discuss these topics and more. Show Notes: https://news.gallup.com/poll/708620/less-support-solar-wind-energy-nuclear.aspx https://www.cpr.org/2026/04/17/xcel-reveals-full-cost-comanche-3/ https://i2i.org/puc-steamrolls-elbert-county-power-pathway/ https://coloradosun.com/2026/04/23/xcel-fossil-fuels-summer-power-gap/ https://i2i.org/testimony-on-sunset-review-puc/ https://i2i.org/puc-sunset-review-the-turducken-act-of-2019-with-a-slice-of-puc-in-pie/ Win a Predator Generator Because the grid could use a backup plan. Yes, we’re giving away a Predator Generator. No, this is not a drill. Yes, it’s because reliability apparently isn’t fashionable anymore. How to Enter Starting with the first show of 2026, drop a funny, clever, or pithy comment in the show’s comment section. That’s it. No forms. No fine print to initial. No ESG questionnaire. We’ll be collecting comments throughout the 2026 legislative session, so you’ll have ample time to workshop your sarcasm. After each show, we’ll pick our favorite comment. Full transparency: we’re the hosts, we pick the favorites, and it is 100% subjective. If you’re looking for a neutral referee, this is not that contest. At the end of the session, we’ll select our top 3–5 favorite comments. Final Vote Then you vote on the winner. Democracy still works here. Mostly. Winner announced on the last show in May 2026. The (Very Small) Legal Stuff No purchase necessary. Void where prohibited, regulated, or over-engineered. No cash value and not transferable. Must pick up at the Independence Institute office, 727 E 16th Ave, Denver, CO 80203 One generator will be awarded. Actual runtime may vary depending on weather, policy decisions, and common sense. This giveaway is not sponsored, endorsed, or approved by any utility, regulator, or energy modeler who thinks batteries replace physics. By entering, you agree we may read, share, or lovingly mock your comment on the show. One comment. One generator. Because when the grid wobbles, satire won’t keep your lights on — but a Predator Generator will.
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