COLORADO'S FRONTPAGE
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FTS Humor: Can you hack it?
Face The State Humor
August 10, 2009
The Denver Post reported recently that resumes had poured in for the vacant assistant press secretary position for Colorado Senate Democrat caucus. A highly-placed mole at the state capitol has relayed to us a transcript of one of the interviews.
The scene: A lazy Tuesday afternoon, where State Senate President Brandon Shaffer reads through some resumes, feet on his desk.
FTS Humor: Another skirmish in the War on Poverty
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August 1, 2009By Andrew Ripemoff
We have some good economic news to report. That Mercedes you've always wanted is now within reach. That’s right: Colorado lawmakers have formed a committee to reduce poverty.
Political cartoon for 7/27: Schumer & Co.
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July 27, 2009
The Washington Post's Dana Milbank reports Colorado's appointed junior U.S. Sen. Michael Bennet sought permission from New York's Chuck Schumer before voting "yes" on a measure last week that would have strengthened rights to carry concealed weapons across state lines. Who's really calling the shots for Colorado's Senate delegation?
FTS Humor: Perlmutterings
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July 24, 2009
By Andrew Ripemoff
Even as someone who didn’t vote for Bill Ritter, I have to admit that my heart was filled with regional pride upon seeing the governor of my state invited to our nation’s capitol, to the United States Senate, on national TV and everything, afforded the opportunity to suck up to that annoying Barbara Boxer.
Mr. Ritter was there to share his economic expertise with our nation’s lawmakers. And why not? Let’s be fair: If you really want a serious, bi-partisan roadmap towards creating jobs and improving the economy while solving a budget crisis, you will take note of what Governor Ritter is doing here in Colorado.
FTS Humor: Shocking! People Don’t Like Higher Fees
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July 17, 2009By Andrew Ripemoff
Lots of surprising, attention-grabbing headlines in the news lately, starting with this recent one from the Denver Post:
NEW COLORADO AUTO FEES STIR SHOCK, ANGER
The story concerns the public’s reaction to the July 1st implementation of the Democrats' FASTER legislation. Amazingly, it turns out that some people - get this - don’t like sending more of their money to government.
Political cartoon for 7/9: Ward needs a J-O-B
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July 9, 2009
A Denver judge ruled this week that disgraced former Prof. Ward Churchill is not entitled to reinstatement at the University of Colorado, nor will he collect a monetary settlement. Churchill must now find gainful employment, but he may have to look outside academia for his next gig.
FTS Humor: Colorado Democrats' tribute to Michael Jackson
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July 3, 2009
By Andrew Ripemoff
The funeral of Michael Jackson is scheduled for July 7, and millions of mourners are trying to cope.
What does this have to do with political news? Well, I couldn’t thing of anything else to write about. Besides, in 2002, the King of Pop sang at a Democratic National Committee fundraiser.
So, in light of MJ’s fondness for democrats, we thought it would be appropriate to honor him with a Colorado Democratic slant on some his more popular hits. (For best effect, snap your fingers while singing.)
FTS Humor: Dome On the Range
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June 29, 2009
By Andrew Ripemoff
When I said back in January that Colorado Democrats would cause a lot of damage at the state house, I was speaking rhetorically.
But it turns out they ARE causing damage. Real, physical, neglect-induced harm. I’m talking about the golden dome. A dome built in 1894 with gold added in 1908. A tall beaming source of pride for all Coloradans. A unique, functional symbol of Colorado history that has made it through 115 years, but may not make it through the Ritter administration.
Political cartoon for 6/25: Mr. Oliver, union rep
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June 25, 2009
Despite recent news the state will be short $384 million for the coming fiscal year, unions are ratcheting up the pressure for increases in wages and benefits. Colorado WINS, a consortium of 3 public-sector labor organizations "representing" state workers, piled on to news of the shortfall with tin cup in hand.
"Please, sir, I want some more."
Inside the Democrats $4,300 Retreat
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June 19, 2009
Statehouse Democrats recently repaid $4,300 to the state for a "team building" retreat paid for with public money after it was revealed Republicans weren't invited. FTS humor columnist Andrew Ripemoff takes a look inside the exclusive event.
SENATE PRESIDENT BRANDON SHAFFER: Good morning everyone, and welcome to the retreat. Before we get started, are there any questions?
REP. JOEL JUDD: Yeah, are they going to bring out anymore glazed donuts? Someone took the last one.