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Democrats' 2028 presidential auditions begin in Denver
A who's who of Democratic power players descends on Denver this week to plot the party's future, fresh off its sweeping midterm victories . Why it matters: The gathering gives Democrats' rising stars an early stage to test their 2028 message, and explore whether Colorado's red-to- deep-blue shift could offer a national playbook. Driving the news: The three-day " What's Next " conference, starting Thursday, features dozens of Democratic heavyweights and potential presidential contenders, including House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries , Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro , Texas Sen.-elect James Talarico and former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg . Colorado's own Gov.-elect Phil Weiser , U.S. Sen. Michael Bennet, U.S. Rep. Joe Neguse and Denver Mayor Mike Johnston round out the lineup. Majority Democrats, a group seeking to shape the party's direction, is organizing the event. The big picture: Colorado's two-decade transformation into a Democratic powerhouse made it a natural host, spokesperson Vidhya Jeyadev told Axios. Organizers want to dissect and pinpoint what worked — and what didn't — in the midterms, and how to turn wins into lasting power. The gathering comes as Democrats debate whether they should double down on progressive policies or tack toward the center heading into 2028.
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Danielle Dascalos
Historic Denver Announces New Walking Tour Focusing on Denver’s Gilded Age
Denver’s Gilded Age Walking Tour | Historic Denver/Molly Brown House Museum. The hit HBO show captured Historic Denver’s attention, and with the release of the fourth season, Denverites are invited to explore more about Denver’s Gilded Age.
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Colorado legislators say area metro districts need more accountability, transparency
AURORA | If you live along the Front Range, there’s a good chance you or someone you know lives in a metro district. Similarly, they’ve got problems with it. That’s the take from a recent state Senate interim committee review and report, which found and outlined a variety of problems linked to special government districts created to offer homeowner services often provided by cities or counties.
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Mayor plans to seek data center moratorium despite inaction
(The Center Square) - Mayor Mike Coffman said he will propose another data center moratorium after Aurora City Council once again failed to reconsider an earlier ban. On Monday night, when the city council considered revisiting an indefinite moratorium on data centers, council members who opposed the Oct. 26 motion to reconsider could have brought it back up for discussion. But none did, so there was no vote.
Axios Denver
Newcomer Melissa Mejía vows to bring working-class focus to council
At-large Denver City Councilmember-elect Melissa Mejía partly credits the blue tsunami that swept Colorado on Nov. 3 for helping propel her to victory. Why it matters: Mejía is the latest democratic socialist to notch a major win in Denver, further cementing the Democratic Socialists of America's g rowing political influence ahead of next year's municipal elections. State of play: Her victory keeps the seat vacated by Sarah Parady in progressive hands. Mejía secured a key endorsement from Melat Kiros , who's headed to Congress, and a historic nod from Denver Democrats , whose backing marked the group's first in a nonpartisan election. She tells us her win reflects frustration with "traditional politics" and a renewed focus on working-class residents. What's next: Mejía's immediate priorities include a tenant rights proposal she helped craft, stronger worker protections and anti-displacement measures. Context: A longtime housing advocate and planning board member, Mejía built a coalition of moderates and progressives in just three months — defeating nine opponents . She says council may be "less flashy" than federal offices, but decisions about land use, zoning and city spending carry major consequences for residents. Caveat: More Denver voters skipped the at-large race than voted for Mejía,
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See Bison From Your Car Window On This 11-Mile Wildlife Drive Just Outside Denver
A herd of bison can block your view of the Denver skyline, and it happens closer to downtown than most people expect. There is no long mountain drive, no I-70 traffic, and no entrance fee standing between you and a shaggy, slow-moving traffic jam. Prairie dogs pop up beside the pavement, mule deer graze in the distance, and the whole loop can be done without ever leaving your seat.