The El Paso County Democratic Party encourages a Yes vote on Proposition JJ, and here’s why. This measure allows Colorado to retain all sports betting tax revenue—going beyond the current $29 million cap set in 2019. Why does this matter? Because every extra dollar supports vital water conservation projects, and with Colorado’s water resources under...
The El Paso County Democratic Party strongly supports a Yes vote on Proposition KK. With gun violence on the rise, this measure secures reliable funding for critical services—like mental health programs, victim support, and community assistance for those affected by gun violence. Notably, it exempts law enforcement officers, agencies, and active-duty military from the tax....
In a rare departure from the Colorado Democratic Party’s neutrality, the El Paso County Democratic Party recommends a Yes vote on Proposition 127. While some may argue that wildlife management should be left to experts in the field, this measure addresses a moral issue that demands public voice. Proposition 127 would prohibit the cruel practice...
The El Paso County Democratic Party recommends a sharp No on Proposition 128, and I must say, this proposal is as ill-conceived as it is draconian. Under the guise of “public safety,” it would increase prison time for certain violent crimes, removing any chance for early parole or earned time reductions. But, dear readers, this...
The El Paso County Democratic Party has taken no position on Proposition 129, and who could blame them? While the idea of creating a new, state-regulated veterinary profession may sound like a noble venture, this is precisely the sort of policy best left to experts in the field—veterinarians, wildlife advocates, and agricultural interests—not to us...
The El Paso County Democratic Party takes no position on Proposition 130, and for good reason. While $350 million to recruit, train, and retain law enforcement officers may sound admirable, this measure is an unfunded mandate—meaning it doesn’t raise any new revenue to support this initiative. Instead, it risks pulling money from other critical public...
The El Paso County Democratic Party recommends a clear No on Proposition 131, and what a tangled web it is, my dear readers. While the idea of ranked-choice voting might sound innovative, this initiative is a convoluted scheme brought to us by none other than wealthy businessman Kent Thiry. Yes, the same Thiry who loves...
The El Paso County Democratic Party encourages you to flutter your fan and vote Yes on 2A. This measure would introduce a 5% lodging tax on those passing through our lovely town of Monument, raising a tidy $220,000 a year. And what shall the town do with these newly gained funds, you ask? Why, they’ll...
Now, for 2B, the party has decided to sit this one out, leaving it to you, dear voter, to weigh the merits of proximity. The measure proposes that the esteemed town manager be allowed to reside not within Monument itself, but also in the 80132 ZIP code. Quite the subtle expansion of borders, wouldn’t you...
The El Paso County Democratic Party gives a firm nod to Yes on 2C, and what a sensible suggestion it is! Colorado Springs wants to continue its current 0.57% sales tax—yes, the same one you’ve already been paying—to keep our roads from turning into something more suited to a Regency-era carriage than a modern car....
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