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7 revealing takeaways from Democrats' Denver summit
Democrats won big in the midterm election. Now comes the harder part: proving they deserve the power they've been given. Why it matters: Democrats' sweeping victories gave the party fresh momentum to challenge Trump — and a narrow window to show voters they can deliver. Driving the news: Party leaders, rising stars and strategists gathered Thursday at Denver's Mission Ballroom for the "What's Next" conference , hosted by Majority Democrats PAC . The goal: To celebrate the 2026 election and chart a path to 2028. What they're saying: Here are seven revealing takeaways from the main stage: State of play: "Last week, America was willing to try on hope. We have to prove that it fits. … So let's get to work." — Denver Mayor Mike Johnston How they did it: "In every single state and in every single demographic group, cost of living was the most important issue." — Charlotte Swasey, director of analytics at Searchlight Institute Stunning stat: "You can pin a lot of this on the Iran War. Basically, the day that the Iran War started, [President Trump's] approval on gas prices went from 49% to 33% within days." — David Shor, head of data science at
The Denver Gazette
Denver seeks new 911 chief amid response concerns
Andrew Dameron has left to run Jeffcom 9-1-1 after six years at the helm of Denver’s Emergency Communications, leaving the city in search of a new executive director. Officials announced the search for his replacement earlier this week. “Our emergency communications systems are quickly evolving with advancing technology, increased demands, and new data integration,” Al […]
The Denver Gazette
glendalecherrycreek.com
Denver Audit Exposes Major Gaps In AI Security At City Hall And Denver International Airport
City Safeguards Fail Security Test As Airport Employees Use Unapproved Artificial Intelligence Tools. As artificial intelligence rapidly transforms government operations, a new audit has revealed significant weaknesses in how the City and County of Denver and Denver International Airport oversee the emerging technology, raising concerns about data security, employee accountability, and the protection of sensitive information.
takemetotn.com
This Massive Colorado Hangar Shelters More Than 50 Rare Warplanes Most Locals Have Never Seen
Thousands of Denver drivers pass a huge old military hangar every week without knowing what sits inside. Behind those tall doors are fighter jets, a rare bomber, spacecraft pieces and even a few Star Wars ships. The building itself dates back to 1941 and helped train people for several wars.
Westword
Where to order your holiday pies in Denver
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C-SPAN
Protester Shouts Epithet at Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries at Democratic Forum in Colorado
A protester interrupts a discussion with Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY) during the What's Next Conference hosted by Majority Democrats in Denver. "You are a f---- liar!" the protester shouts at Jeffries and calls him a "traitor." Jeffries responds, "I'm from Brooklyn, this is light work," to the protesters' comments.
The Denver Gazette
Aurora City Council moves forward with public comment timing changes
The Aurora City Council is considering changing the format of public comment at meetings, which has changed numerous times over the last several years as more people attend to speak. In many council meetings, the public comment period lasts several hours and the meetings go late into the night. As the council rules are currently […]
sentinelcolorado.com
Former Aurora Mayor Bob LeGare announces bid for Ward 6 City Council seat
AURORA | Former Aurora Mayor Bob LeGare announced today he will seek the Ward VI seat on the Aurora City Council in next year’s city council election. LeGare said he sees a city facing myriad issues that can benefit from his longtime experience and willingness to work collaboratively with fellow lawmakers.