To state the obvious, the recent surge of illegal immigrants crossing into the United States has...
Category - The Bully Pulpit
From Wikipedia: A bully pulpit is a conspicuous position that provides an opportunity to speak out and be listened to. This term was coined by United States President Theodore Roosevelt, who referred to his office as a “bully pulpit”, by which he meant a terrific platform from which to advocate an agenda. Roosevelt used the word bully as an adjective meaning “superb” or “wonderful”, a more common usage at that time.
It is a foundational principle of mine to not overstep my boundaries or the authority given to me by the people of Weld County. Government must stay in its own lane! However, I do understand that constituents want to hear my voice even on matters where I do not possess authority. It is the right thing to do to utilize the bully pulpit that accompanies the office I will do so in these pages.
Denver tells illegal immigrants, “The opportunities are...
So will they repeal their sanctuary city status? When their budget faces a $180 million deficit...
Colorado legislators use your money for an illegal migrant...
I do not care what any website or news media outlet says, Weld County is not a sanctuary county...
Data centers present a conflict for the left
I am all for data centers. High paying jobs. New economy. Fairly green. Or are they? HERE IS an...
I couldn’t agree more with the Denver Gazette…
In THIS EDITORIAL from the Denver Gazette, they very adequately surmise my opinion on Senate Bill...
One more fee scheme bypasses the voters to build the Guv’s...
I will be outspoken and critical of this piece of legislation – Senate Bill 24-184 is yet...
For all the talk about renewables, coal is still king
The Guv and the state legislature set many loft goals of 100% renewables by 2040. I agree with the...
Worth a watch…
My friends at Independence Institute are getting deeper into video production. They certainly have...
Remembering on Memorial Day
I write this on Sunday of the three-day Memorial Day weekend. Like most Americans, I enjoy the...
On Party Lines
Me (at the far end of the table) testifying before the Senate Business, Labor, & Technology...