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In a deliberate move to catch gun control activists off guard, an organization representing Colorado sheriffs in a lawsuit over a series of recently passed gun control laws abruptly announced the filing of the suit in federal court today. “We did that deliberately,” David Kopel, an attorney with the Independence Institute, which is handling [...]
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by Mike McCune – What damages America more, manipulated inflation or higher tax rates? Both pluck wealth from America at a devastating pace. Earlier this week the President made an impassioned plea to gain support for his budget proposal. He spouted numbers and data as if he knew exactly what he was [...]
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We’d be hypocrites if we didn’t sue: Cooke saysby Jack Minor – Revealing the disconnect between Colorado politicians and the law enforcement officers who are charged with making sure the state’s laws are followed, more than half of the sheriffs in the state are planning to file a lawsuit against recent gun control laws [...]
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by Craiig Masters This week a federal judge accepted the bankruptcy of Stockton, California. earlier this year the Governor of Michigan appointed a man to totally manage the affairs of Detroit, Michigan. “Totally manage” means just what is says – the elected officials are now out of the loop in all matters regarding the operation [...]
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At this time of year it seems appropriate to describe the event in history that, at some point, forces each of us to make a decision. Easter is the holiday marked by a Christian claim that a man allegedly living in the first century was killed and actually came back to life. Well, this [...]
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by Peter Grady – A series of attacks by various groups over the years to destroy Brett Reese appear to have backfired as his holdings have actually increased over the past year. Last week, Pirate 104.7 won the Grand Marshall’s Award for its float in the Greeley Stampede’s Independence Day parade. The [...]
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by Jack Minor – A college that teaches classes on the Constitution is challenging individuals to celebrate Independence Day by conducting public readings of America’s birth certificate as they meet for local barbeques and other celebrations today. President Calvin Coolidge, in a speech on the 150 year anniversary of the Declaration of Independence called [...]
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Schools to get $21 millionWELD COUNTY, CO – On Tuesday, May 1, 2012, Weld County Treasurer John Lefebvre and the Weld County Board of Commissioners recognized more than $52 million in tax payments from one of Weld County’s largest single property tax payers. Anadarko Petroleum Corporation presented a $52 million check representing the company’s 2011 [...]
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State Digital Learning Roadmap Lays Out Key Policy ReformsStaff Reports – DENVER—Colorado online education leaders have charted a way forward to pursue policies that expand students’ digital learning opportunities. The new Independence Institute publication, “The Future of Colorado Digital Learning: Crafting a Policy Roadmap for Reform,” highlights recommended changes in the areas of K-12 funding, [...]
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by Peter Grady – Long dismissed as the stuff of conspiracy “nuts” the United Nations has admitted that it really does want to impose a global tax. Opponents of the United Nations have long said that the organization wanted the ability to fund itself rather than rely on member dues and to have its own [...]
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by Craig Masters Historical accounts of early America explain that in the 1770′s King George III directed his law enforcement officers to push harder in the Colonies to impose his will. Eventually the colonists pushed back. The first American Revolution [...]
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11 out of 12 Weld County Districts not fully compliant with 2010 law requiring transparency by Jack Minor – A new report by the Independence Institute reveals that Greeley/Evans School District 6 is just one step away from being fully compliant with a state law requiring online financial transparency. The Independence Institute, a non-partisan public [...]
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Is there something to hide? Who is juggling the books? The transparency of a rock mentality of the Obama regime has spread like the proverbial rotten apple that spoils the whole bunch. In Colorado, the Public Employees Retirement Association is reported to be underfunded by $21billion. Taxpayers have to pay to make up the [...]
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Obama disagrees, says “E pluribus unum” motto by Jack Minor – A bill to affirm “In God We Trust” as the national motto is scheduled to be voted on in Congress today. The bill, sponsored by Rep. Randy Forbes (R-Va.), Co-Chairman of the Congressional Prayer Caucus, reaffirms that “In God We Trust” is the official [...]
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Only right leaning school board in Colorado hits wall with vouchers by Jack Minor – In a ruling that critics say will harm needy children, a Denver District Court judge has blocked Douglas County’s implementation of a scholarship program that would allow parents to send their children to the school of their choice. In the [...]
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It’s never too late to start a familty traditionby Vanessa Dominguez It’s never too late to start a family tradition. Many think because their children are older, the window for traditions has closed. No need to fret, there are many fun and creative activities families can do together each holiday. Holiday traditions are always the [...]
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Department serves as example that government can do more with less by Jack Minor During the recent debate over the city budget, officials claimed that services would be cut if voters did not approve tax increases. One department appears to be going against the grain by increasing service availability with less money. Brad Patterson, manager [...]
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Story by Jack Minor While one of the key goals of the Republican majority in Congress is to hold a public reading of the Constitution and requiring bills to have an attachment citing its Constitutional authority not everyone is happy with the moves. Several prominent liberals have described such readings as having a “fetish” with [...]
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by Vanessa Dominguez United States Senator Michael Bennet was at the Kress Cinema and Lounge in Greeley Tuesday November 9th, during his “Thank You Tour”. Many Greeley residents attended to show their support. Bennet has gone from superintendent of Denver schools to United States Senator. Considered to be a success as superintendent in 2008, Bennett [...]
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Story and photo by Jack Minor Weld County was recently honored by the Independence Institute and Mothers Against Debt for being the sole county in the state with zero long-term debt. The “Good Steward Award” was presented to current and past Weld County Commissioners at a reception on Oct. 6. The award is given to [...]
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By Jack Minor While many media outlets are calling attention to Constitution Day Friday, Sept. 17, one group is going a step farther and calling on Greeley residents to celebrate Constitution week. The Daughters of the American Revolution, Centennial State Chapter in Greeley, has placed a banner across 10th St near 23rd Ave. reminding residents [...]
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Award Winners Horace Greeley Award (Best Overall Entry) Winner: Evans VFW Independence Award (Best Community Float) Winner: Dayspring Christian Academy Grand Marshall’s Award (Most Creative) Winner: Flags on Parade / Weld Veteran’s Memorial Longhorn Award (Best Equestrian Entry) Winner: Priefert Percherons Patriot Award (Best Marching Band) First Place: Colorado Masonic Band Camp Second Place: Mankato [...]
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In honor of Independence Day we print the following speech given by Patrick Henry on March 23, 1775 at St. John’s Church in Virginia. No man thinks more highly than I do of the patriotism, as well as abilities, of the very worthy gentlemen who have just addressed the house. But different men often see [...]
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By Mike Bauman As Americans, we have a tendency to get caught up in our rights. We have the right to free speech, the right to keep and bear arms, the right to a free press, the right to peaceably assemble, the right to privacy, and the list goes on. Many of these rights are [...]
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by Brett Reese, for The Greeley Gazette Boasting over 450 people at the UNC Ballrooms last Saturday, the Weld County Republicans hosted their annual Lincoln Day Dinner April 17. Jon Caldera, a self-described “conservative living in Boulder” was the speaker. Caldera is president of the Libertarian think tank, the Independence Institute and hosts a program on KBDI Channel [...]
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