At Face The State, we consider Mason Tvert, executive director of Safer Alternatives For Enjoyable Recreation, a friend of freedom. Although we may not always agree on how freedom is defined, we respect his tireless energy. His recent attempt to condemn potential first lady Cindy McCain as a "drug dealer," however, is a step in the wrong direction.
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Follow this topic by RSS10/9: DNC due process
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Are protesters arrested during the DNC getting a fair hearing in court? More >
Peña energy talk spurs questions about DIA carbon footprint
A Face the State Staff Report
August 22, 2008When Federico Peña heads to the Democratic National Convention's national stage next week, he's scheduled to present his vision for bringing environmentally friendly reforms to the U.S. economy. Meanwhile, local critics charge that former Denver mayor's legacy has left the city with a much larger carbon footprint.
Voters will see 15 minute voting limit at polls
A Face the State Staff Report
August 14, 2008This November, Colorado voters will be limited to just 15 minutes in the voting booth to decide on nearly 20 statewide issues and a multitude of candidates.
Things to do in Denver when you're Dem
A Face the State Staff Report
August 13, 2008While the Democratic National Convention was sold to local business leaders as a way to increase tourism interest in Denver, recent national news reports paint a less than friendly picture of our fair city. We beg to differ, providing our own take on Denver's coolest attractions.
Embattled Initiative 100 Sponsor Strikes Back
A Face the State Staff Report
August 12, 2008When Denver voters head to the polls today to decide heated primary contests, they will also have the opportunity to vote on a controversial ballot measure that has drawn the ire of the city's establishment. The measure's proponent is now accusing the media and local politicians of inaccurately characterizing his effort to mandate the impounding of cars driven by unlicensed drivers.
The week in Colorado news: All that DNC money, SAFER's blunder, Hasan the monk
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Face The State's Kate Melvin joins FTS managing editor Brad Jones for a look at the week that was in Colorado news, including frustration over a lack of transparency in DNC spending, accusations against Cindy McCain, and Ali Hasan's pledge of celibacy. More >
SAFER's attack on Cindy McCain undermines its message
August 9, 20088/8: Spoiled protesters?
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Are protesters targeting this month’s Democrat convention being spoiled by the city? I’m being serious! More >
Denver media gets religious about Ryan's council of churches
FTS Opinion
July 30, 2008On Tuesday’s front page, the Denver Post reports that “a coalition of religious leaders announces its opposition to a Denver ballot measure that would require police to impound vehicles of unlicensed drivers.” Here at Face The State, we’re a pretty libertarian bunch. We hesitate—often thinking twice—before advocating more government intervention. But the logic of this “coalition” has us scratching our heads.
7/28: Smoking bans run amok
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Are some cities going too far with bans on smoking, even outdoors? More >
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