Shape Denver’s Future: Engage in the November 7, 2023 Election! 🗳️

Denver Republican Party Newsletter - October 17, 2023 Edition

A Call to Action for Conservatives

Watch For Your Ballot

Mark your calendars for November 7, 2023! Election Day is just around the corner, but you don’t have to wait. Ballots will be mailed out beginning October 16, 2023, so you can cast your vote sooner. 📬

Click the link below for information about the November 7th election, including Denver School Board candidates and state ballot questions. We recommend a NO vote on all three ballot questions. We will not be making any recommendations on the school board candidates and suggest you consult Denver Families Action for Public Schools for their recommendations.

November 7, 2023 Denver Election Information

NO on Ballot Questions

Defeat Prop HH

Proposition HH will appear on the Colorado ballot this November. Governor Polis and his cronies bill it as a property tax reduction measure, here’s the bottom line: it won’t reduce local property taxes. Instead, it could increase state taxes, and effectively end taxpayer refunds.

Prop HH, a Property Tax Change and Revenue Change Measure:

Reduces property tax rates, by less than 1% and does not account for property assessment increases.
Allows the state to retain and spend revenues that it would otherwise be required to refund to residents under the Colorado Taxpayer's Bill of Rights (TABOR) and effectively eliminates TABOR refunds after three years.
Creates a new, increased cap on state revenue, allowing the state to retain and spend additional revenue each year up to the Proposition HH Cap.
Allocates revenue to local governments to make up for the decreased property tax rates.
Creates a limit on local government property tax revenue.

Click on the links below for more information about Prop HH. Your voice matters. Remember to share these resources with your family, friends, and community.

Read about "Colorado's Back-Door Tax Hike" in the Wall Street Journal

Watch Propo sition HH is a TAX INCREASE - with Ben Murrey

Proposition HH is a TAX INCREASE - Ben Murrey

We Need Your Help

Please join us! We are excited to partner with the Denver Republican Women and Americans for Prosperity to host a phone bank to educate voters about the harms of Prop HH. Come make a difference with other conservatives while enjoying pizza and refreshments. Together, we can defend our rights and freedoms from government overreach.

Location: Independence Institute at 727 E 16th Ave, Denver, CO 80203

Date: October 23, 2023

Time: 4 pm - 8 pm

We will be using the i360 Call app. Please bring your smartphone or laptop and headphones.

Get involved! Gather your community, family, friends, and neighbors. RSVP on Facebook or by emailing the Denver Republican Women at DenverRepublicanWomen@gmail.com.

RSVP

Denver Public School Board Election

Look At The History

Our current school board’s dysfunction traces back to 2019 when voters started to elect union-backed candidates to the board. Currently, all of the incumbent school board members have been endorsed by the Denver Classroom Teachers Association (union). According to the Denver Gazette "A Keating Research poll found 50% of likely Denver voters hold an unfavorable opinion of the school board and 21% a very unfavorable opinion." We suggest you consult Denver Families Action for Public Schools for their recommendations.

Click on the links below for more information about the candidates endorsed by Denver Families Action for Public School and other resources. Shape the future by sharing this crucial information with family, friends, and your community.

Denver Families

Denver Families Action

Ready Colorado

Resign DPS

Let's meet the 2023 Denver Public School Board candidates who earned Denver Families Action for Public School's endorsement.

John Youngquist

At-Large

John is a seasoned Denver educator with a wealth of experience. As a former principal of East High School, he brings firsthand knowledge of our schools. John is the father of two DPS students and endorsed by Denver Families and recommended by Ready Colorado.

Kimberlee Sia

District 1 (SE Denver)

Kimberlee brings extensive expertise in school leadership. She champions safety, parental involvement, and quality education. Kimberlee is also the mother of two DPS students. She is endorsed by Denver Families and is strongly recommendation by Ready Colorado.

Marlene De La Rosa

District 5 (NW Denver)

Marlene’s focus is squarely on the kids, advocating a high-quality public education as the foundation we need for our students in Denver. Marlene is the mother of two DPS graduates and is endorsed by Denver Families and recommended by Ready Colorado.

Political News

Denver's HD 4 Representative Sides with Terrorists

In a shocking video that went viral, State Representative Tim Hernández, a Democrat, openly sided with the terrorists who killed hundreds of innocent Israelis, kidnapped and raped women and children, and threatened to wipe out the Jewish state. He attended a rally where he refused to condemn Hamas and its atrocities. The rally was full of anti-Israel slogans, such as “Palestine is our demand, no peace on stolen land. Red, black, green, white… for Palestine we will fight!”

Denver City Council Slips in Late Ballot Question

Taking a page from the state legislature the Denver City Council has slipped in a late ballot question. Referred Question 2P asks to extend the sales tax that supports the Denver Preschool Program. The current sales tax does not expire until the end of 2026. One can only wonder if the Council is trying to take advantage of a low voter turnout for this question.

Local Schools

Cherry Creek schools are hiding the truth from parents; administrators in the district have directed "teachers to keep parents in the dark when their youngsters succumb to activist pressure about changing their sexual orientation, gender identity, or preferred pronouns."

The recently approved Universal Preschool program authorized by the state from 2022 is still struggling to get off the ground.

Denver school board draw's public ire over public comment time limits. The Denver school board last week began limiting public comment — temporarily — to two hours, and the public isn’t happy about it.

Denver is covering up for Auon'tai Anderson. Denver school board paid Anderson $3,500 settlement; "the board president said the board never voted on the payment. The district declined to release details of the settlement, despite Colorado court rulings that say settlement agreements by political entities are subject to public records law."

Denver Public School District is hiding behind Colorado Open Records Act requests with "Delay and obfuscation.' Denver schools' show a pattern of response to records requests.

Open Borders

The buses keep coming. Denver Mayor Mike Johnston worries migrant counts could “eclipse” previous highs as Texas sends more buses.

"Overwhelmed by the recent surge of migrants, Denver reached out to the governor to ask for support from the Colorado National Guard" – Request Denied.

Homelessness

At Denver's sanctioned campsites, a model similar to Mike Johnston's micro communities, roughly half of residents return to homelessness. Officials say their burgeoning "micro-community" program will strengthen the services needed for success. Denver’s upcoming sweep of the encampment near Governor’s Mansion came with housing offers, but some who were at work missed out.

Climate Change Agenda

Xcel Energy proposes a $15 billion plan to add renewable energy to its system. Colorado Public Utilities Commission Tuesday, shows Xcel could add $10 to the average residential customer’s bill by 2030 .

Freedom Under Threat

Poll shows 1/3 of Democrats believe “Americans have ‘too much freedom to speak freely.”

If Liberals Voted Their Values, America Would Be Saved. "Liberals have been brainwashed from their youth to believe that Republicans represent “the rich” and that “Right” is synonymous with “fascist.” The opposite is true: it is the Democratic Party they reflexively vote for that represents the interests of the wealthy and that is stealthily and steadily imposing fascism — the merger of state and corporate power."

Upcoming Events

Please check our calendar page for all events.

District 2 - Monthly Meeting

When: Tue, October 17, 7pm – 8pm

Where: St. John's Lutheran Church 700 S Franklin St, Denver, CO 80209

District 8 - Monthly Meeting

When: Wed, October 18, 7:00pm – 8:30pm

Where: Liberty Room at the Independence Institute, 727 E 16th Ave, Denver, CO

Phone Bank to Defeat Prop HH

When: Mon, October 23, 4:00pm – 8:00pm

Where: Liberty Room at the Independence Institute, 727 E 16th Ave, Denver, CO

Cocktails - Monthly Social

When: Thu, October 26, 6pm – 8pm

Where: Blue Bonnet Restaurant, 457 S Broadway, Denver, CO 80209

Denver Republican Women - Monthly Meeting

When: Sat, October 28, 9am – 11am

Where: Liberty Room at the Independence Institute, 727 E 16th Ave, Denver, CO

District 5 - Monthly Meeting

When: Thu, November 2, 7:00pm – 8:30pm

Where: Community Room, Hirschfield Towers, 333 W Ellsworth Ave, Denver, CO 80223

Denver County Republicans - First Friday Breakfast

When: Fri, November 3, 8:00am – 9:30am

Where: Morning Story Restaurant, 560 S Holly Street, Denver, CO 80246

SAVE THESE DATES!

Colorado Presidential Primary Election

Tuesday, March 5, 2024

Caucus and Assembly Dates

Thursday, March 7, 2024 at 7:00 pm - Denver Republican Caucus

A description of caucus can be found at: Denver County Caucus.

Saturday, March 23, 2024 at 9:00 am - Denver County Republican Assembly

A description of the county assembly can be found at: Denver County Assembly.

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Carolyn Barnes, our dynamic 1st Vice Chair of the Denver County Republicans, brings passion and leadership to the table. As a tireless advocate for conservative values, she stands firm on issues that matter most to our community. Carolyn is committed to grassroots engagement, whether it’s rallying support for local candidates or championing Republican ideals. Let’s applaud Carolyn as she steers Denver toward a brighter political landscape!

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