Author: Denver Gazette
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LETTERS: Addressing homeless issues; Colorado is depressing
Addressing homeless issues I understand and applaud the mayor’s concern about the homeless populations in the encampments, and I am aware that there is pressure brought by businesses to clear the downtown area of blight. Those are both commendable goals to pursue. However, the issue is a lot more complex than simply pushing the homeless…
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LETTERS: The decline of Castle Rock; these polarized times
The decline of Castle Rock The rate of growth approved by some on Castle Rock City Council is stunning, especially when you consider that most of the new buildings are nothing more than overpriced apartments that aren’t affordable by most people who work within the city. These massive apartment complexes, which are being approved by…
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LETTERS: Shameless power grabs; a godless philosophy
Shameless power grabs Donald Trump has finally been indicted for his horrific attempt to destabilize our democracy on January 6th. It’s an important step towards accountability and I’m thankful that our legal system is working as intended, but it’s hard to feel any relief when Republicans in Congress are even now actively trying to enshrine…
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LETTERS: Restoring Denver’s downtown; propane is potentially hazardous
Restoring Denver’s downtown Visitors are the economic lifeblood of downtown Denver. The Downtown Denver Partnership’s monthly High Frequency Data Update data shows that visitors contribute 2 to 4 times as much pedestrian traffic as downtown employees and residents. If the city seriously wants to re-vitalize our downtown streets and economy, we need to make it…
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LETTERS: Strong commitment to justice
Strong commitment to justice I’m writing in response to your July 31 editorial, “Restore justice to Denver DA’s office.” Let me assure your readers that, contrary to your headline’s suggestion, the commitment to justice (for all) has never been stronger in the Denver District Attorney’s office. The attorneys in my office are in court every…
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LETTERS: Road home went nowhere; animal welfare violations
Road home went nowhere After many years watching how the liberals elected officials of Colorado handle the homeless problems is mind boggling! It began with John Hickenlooper in 2005. He started a program called the Road Home which was funded with private money. It has never worked and what happened to all the money? Let’s…
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LETTERS: Court packing; parental alienation
Court packing and democracy I am writing to urge you to join me in supporting the Keep Nine Amendment and to express my concern about the many attempts to undermine the authority of the Supreme Court. As a fundamental part of our judicial system, one that protects our rights and upholds democracy, an independent judiciary…
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LETTERS: They just do not care; laws protecting offenders
They just do not care Re: Darrell Watson — Denver District 9. People who are complacent and feel comfortable do not engage with an enlightened, educated, and diverse public. This is the problem with Denver City Council. They ignore Denverite voices that hold them accountable and responsible. Divisiveness forms when the complacent are dismissive and…
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Tornado spotted near C-470 and Santa Fe, heavy rain and hail batter metro area
Denver metro area hit with heavy rain, wind, lightning and hail
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Denver Nuggets championship parade through downtown Denver
Hundreds of thousands of Denver Nuggets fans celebrated the 2022-23 NBA title in downtown Denver on Thursday mornining. With the team aboard fire trucks driving through the streets of downtown Denver. Fans and onlookers lined the route that ended at the City and County Building with a series of remarks from players, coaches and others.…