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Tough, but Practical, Fitz-Gerald Got the Job Done

The Democrats at state Senate President Joan Fitz-Gerald's retirement announcement Tuesday had plenty of things to say about her. But it was Republican Sen....

On the Run: An Early Look at the State Senate

So what if the November 2008 election is still nearly 16 months away? Some folks are ready to run. Here's a look at what's up...

School’s Out!

The Colorado State Legislature wrapped up its work early today, much to the apparent pleasure of lawmakers. Giddiness permeated the air as the 2007...

Metaphors Fly at The Capitol, Ritter to Fly Next Year

The Democratic Senate leadership met with reporters this afternoon to pat themselves on the back for all the great work they've done this session....

Lawmakers’ Big Day Off

Colorado legislators had a bittersweet morning today. Many of them woke up giddy with excitement about the snow day bestowed on them yesterday by...

Republicans Outraged by Students Learning ‘Facts’ About Sex

After the Senate passed House Bill 1292 this morning, Colorado schools that teach sex education will likely soon be required to "at least mention"...

Freshmen In Tough Districts Getting A Boost With Bills?

With several freshmen legislators ranking near the top of our legislative scorecard and Speaker of the House Andrew Romanoff ranking near the bottom, it's...

Colorado Democrats: Who’s the Go-To Person (And Who’s Not)

Following a thorough analysis of every bill introduced through the midway point of the 2007 legislative session, we have reviewed the effectiveness (as measured...

Colorado Republicans: Who’s the Go-To Person (and Who’s Not)

Following a thorough analysis of every bill introduced through the midway point of the 2007 legislative session, we have reviewed the effectiveness (as measured...

Colorado’s 10 Least Successful Senators

A team report by Kerri Rebresh, Sandra Fish and Wendy Norris. It would be easy to chalk up the dismal lack of success in passing...