With 2025 on the horizon, don't miss your opportunity to support your favorite free-market think tank. Are you still on the fence about donating? Listen to the message below from our esteemed President Jon Caldara on why supporting us is important.
ICYMI, be sure to check out my latest article unpacking the new claim that Colorado has surpassed California to become the #1 electric vehicle state in the country. The post provides broader context to the claim beyond raw sales rates, including the overall share of EVs on the road compared to gas vehicles, the profligate use of taxpayer funds to support the struggling industry, and just who is purchasing these vehicles. -Jake Fogleman, Director of Policy
In Complete Colorado, columnist Ari Armstrong thinks Democrats need a viable opposition party. Cory Gaines continues his coverage of media outlets, which are amplifying Progressive voices. Lastly, journalist Sherrie Peif explains how Democrats lost ground in statewide county commissioner races.
Podcasts *Available on all major platforms* Nearly half—46%—of Colorado voters are unaffiliated. What’s driving this trend? Hear from the experts at Independence Institute as they dive into Colorado’s biggest issues and share ideas to bring common sense back to our increasingly left-leaning state.
Devil's Advocate with Jon Caldara is a current events show not to be missed. Each week it features lively - and sometimes heated - debates between elected officials, journalists, activists, concerned citizens, subject-matter experts, and hard-pressing host Jon Caldara, president of the Independence Institute. Jon is not afraid to express his "free-market" views, and his guests are not afraid to take on those opinions. It all makes for an informative, lively public affairs program.
PowerGab focuses on unique energy issues facing Colorado. Hosted by Amy Cooke, Independence Institute's Energy and Environmental Policy Center Director, and Jake Fogleman, Director of Policy. PowerGab tackles the complexities of energy policy and solutions for a broad audience to educate and illuminate all while having a few laughs along the way.
This podcast includes several series of commentaries about the Constitution. Each series will cover a different aspect of the document. This series thumbnails the lives of 14 American Founders and their specific contributions to the Constitution. It covers both well-known Founders, such as James Madison, and those who are lesser known, but who exercised an out-sized influence.
On December 11, the Colorado Springs D-11 School District Board informed the local teachers union that they would not be renewing the master agreement. D-11 is the only school district in El Paso County that currently has a collective bargaining agreement. It is important to note that this board is not anti-teacher; four of the seven board members are or have been teachers themselves.
During the meeting, it was emphasized multiple times that such a contract gives a private corporation significant power without accountability. In contrast, the school board is accountable to the voters in the district and should not be hindered by a private corporation when striving to improve the education system. You can watch the meeting here.
The Education Policy Center has laid the foundation for collective bargaining reform since 2000. Our staff has actively written policy papers, made media appearances, met with school board members, and delivered presentations that expose the union's abuse of power while advocating for essential reforms. Our long-term work helps make these victories possible.
Remember when liberals used to defend free speech instead of canceling people for saying something they find offensive, like the wrong pronoun? Famed lawyer, law professor, and former President of the ACLU, Nadine Strossen explains why liberals and progressives need to protect speech.
Is nuclear power an option in Colorado? What are the benefits and what are the risks? PowerGab Hosts Jake Fogleman and Amy Cooke talk with Mark Hinaman of Fire to Fission and the Colorado Nuclear Alliance to get all the details.
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