On this episode of OpenAgenda.wtf, Tracey and Lynne unpack three major stories shaping Colorado and the national conversation around AI, elections, and justice. Palantir’s Sudden Exit from Colorado Palantir — the data‑analysis giant founded by Peter Thiel and known for its work with AI, federal agencies, and controversial contracts — has officially left Colorado for…
This episode of OpenAgenda.wtf, takes a grounded look at cannabis — separating science from stigma and policy from politics. Is Cannabis a Gateway Drug? Former HHS official William Bennett argues cannabis harms focus and acts as a gateway drug. Dr. Daniel Amen’s brain‑scan research shows slowed mitochondrial activity in cannabis users — the tiny “powerhouses”…
This week’s news cycle has been packed, and today’s conversation on OpenAgenda.wtf tackled several stories shaping national security, elections, and government accountability. A Drone, a Shutdown Threat, and DHS Funding on the Line El Paso briefly shut down air traffic after a suspected cartel drone entered U.S. airspace. While the situation was resolved quickly, it…
Voter Integrity and the SAVE Act: What’s Really at Stake? Voter integrity has become one of the most discussed civic issues in America, and for good reason. Confidence in elections is the foundation of a healthy democracy. When voters believe the system is fair, transparent, and secure, participation rises and division falls. In this episode…
A simple search about ICE protests in Denver opened a door into something far more complex — a network of coordinated activism, foreign‑based organizers, professional protest infrastructure, and a pattern that mirrors the classic stages of a color revolution. In this week’s episode of OpenAgenda.wtf, we unpack what we found, why it matters, and how…
Colorado’s legislative session is packed this year, with more than 100 bills already in motion. In today’s episode of OpenAgenda.wtf, we focused on three proposals that could significantly impact individual rights, privacy, and family decision‑making across the state. Below is a clear, fact‑driven breakdown of what each bill does and why it matters. HB1021 –…
Aliens, Exploding Trees & WHO Drama: A Lighthearted Look at a Wild Week Some days the news feels like a firehose, and other days it feels like a circus. Today, we decided to keep things light at OpenAgenda.wtf — because sometimes the best way to stay sane is to laugh while we learn. The big…
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…
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…