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14th Amendment Due Process: What Undocumented Immigrants Are—and Aren’t—Entitled To

The 14th Amendment is at the center of today’s immigration debates, but much of the public conversation misses a crucial distinction: constitutional protections do not equal government‑funded benefits. In this post, we break down what the 14th Amendment actually guarantees, what it doesn’t, and how states like Colorado navigate the space between federal law and…

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Colorado’s 2026 Address: Facts Behind the Speech

Colorado’s 2026 State of the State: What Coloradans Need to Know Governor Jared Polis delivered his final State of the State address on January 15, offering an 80‑minute victory lap on his administration’s priorities. From “free” preschool to clean‑energy mandates and housing reforms, the speech highlighted an ambitious progressive legacy — but left many real‑world…

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Nutrition Just Did a Cartwheel: What the New Food Pyramid Really Means for Colorado and Beyond

Nutrition just did a cartwheel — literally. In our latest video conversation, Lynne and Tracey dive into the newly inverted food pyramid that’s sparking conversations across the country. Whether you’re a health‑minded Coloradan, a parent thinking about school meals, or someone simply trying to make sense of shifting nutrition guidance, this breakdown is for you.…

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Universal Health Hit

Colorado voters overwhelmingly rejected a state‑run universal health care system in 2016, with nearly 80% voting against the proposal. The plan would have created a massive new bureaucracy, imposed billions in payroll taxes, and shifted control of healthcare decisions to an unelected board. For most Coloradans, the price tag and uncertainty were simply too high.…