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A bit of humor to start off your reading! Now, let's get to the Dispatch. |
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OFFICIALLY OFFICIAL! Electors Cast Electoral College Votes, Giving Joe Biden and Kamala Harris 306 |
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Our Nine Electors and Secretary of State Jena Griswold |
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It's officially official! On Monday, electors from all across the country gathered in their individual states to cast the electoral college votes, officially awarding 306 electoral college votes to President-elect Joe Biden (gosh, that feels good to say, doesn't it?).
In Colorado, it was no different. Since Joe Biden won Colorado, nine Colorado Democrats arrived at the state capitol on Monday to serve their roles as electors and cast their electoral college votes for President-elect Biden. |
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We released the following statement from party chair Morgan Carroll, which was covered in Colorado Politics by reporter Marianne Goodland:
“The wheels of democracy moved forward as our founders intended today. No amount of sham lawsuits and conspiracy theories being pushed by Republicans across the country can change the fact that Joe Biden was duly elected as President of the United States, and the votes cast by the electors today have sealed that decision made by the American people. Now, it is my hope that we as a country can turn the page with decency and leadership returned to the White House, and we can build a better future for everyone.
“I want to express my profound gratitude to the nine Coloradans who stepped up to represent their communities to the Electoral College today. Our nine electors are patriots who did their civic duty and participated in this crucial component of the peaceful transfer of power in our democracy, and they are to be commended for their service.” |
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COVID-19 Update |
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Governor Jared Polis opens up a box containing Colorado's first doses of COVID vaccine. |
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The first round of COVID-19 vaccines arrived on Monday, which is incredible news and a credit to the miracles of modern medicine. The vaccine will be rolled out in phases. Check this infographic and see where you fall under, and click here to learn more about when/where you'll be able to receive the vaccine! |
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Dems Leading the Way |
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Biden Continues to Build Out His Cabinet! |
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President-elect Biden continues to build out his cabinet, recently announcing Mayor Pete Buttigieg as his choice to lead the U.S. Department of Transportation as Transportation Secretary. If confirmed, Buttigieg would be the first openly-LGBTQ member of a Presidential cabinet confirmed by the U.S. Senate.
Click here to read a 538 analysis talking about how historic Biden's cabinet could look to be, with a record-breaking number of women appointed to these crucial positions! |
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Biden Urges People to Not Attend Inauguration "Our goal is to create an inauguration that keeps people safe, honors the grand traditions of the Presidency" |
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Inauguration committee urges people not to travel for Biden's inauguration From CNN
The Presidential Inaugural Committee on Tuesday urged Americans to refrain from traveling for President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris' inauguration on January 20 amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.
Biden and Harris will take their oaths of office at the US Capitol during a significantly scaled-down inauguration ceremony that will implement "vigorous health and safety protocols," the committee said in a news release.
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Pelosi: Members Must Wear Masks on House Floor |
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Pelosi says members must wear a mask when speaking on the House floor From CBS News
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi is tightening requirements for wearing masks on the House floor, telling members they will not be recognized to speak unless they're wearing a mask.
Masks were already required in the chamber, but until now members been permitted to take off their masks when speaking on the House floor. As the pandemic worsens around the country, a number of members of Congress have contracted COVID-19.
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All Eyes on Georgia |
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Democratic candidates Raphael Warnock and Jon Ossoff are headed to January 5, 2021 run-off elections! |
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How can we help?? It's all hands on deck, and the entire country will be watching Georgia! Here's immediate ways you can get involved to help Raphael Warnock and Jon Ossoff win!
Whoever wins these two seats could determine the course of Joe Biden's presidency. If the GOP wins, Mitch McConnell keeps his majority, and he'll have the power he needs to obstruct every policy idea Dems want to pass.
But, if Dems win these seats in Georgia? Legislation like a health care public option, voting rights protections, combating climate change, raising the minimum wage to $15, and so much more are possible!
But we have to win these two seats. What do you say? |
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2021 Re-Org Alert! |
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Step Up and Run to be a Dem Officer during Re-Org! |
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Have you thought about becoming an official leader in the Colorado Democratic Party? NOW IS YOUR CHANCE! During the 2021 re-organization, all elected officer positions at every level will be open, and any registered Democrat in Colorado can run!
Click here to read the job descriptions!
Want to run? Contact your county party officer to find out what positions are open. Once you have figured out what position you want to run for, email the Chair & Secretary of the District you are running in! |
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Re-Org Virtual Trainings! |
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Feb. 1 - Feb. 15, 2021 -- Statutory Dates for Counties to hold Re-Organizations Once your county has decided when your re-organization will be held, click here and fill out the form so the state party is aware and can be helpful!
Feb. 20, 2021 Training - County Party Offices
FOR: Newly elected County Officers elected in the 2021 re-org and any immediate past officers who wish to be on hand to assist and answer questions.
April 10, 2021 Training - Multi-county Offices & Initiatives
FOR: Newly elected Multi-County Officers elected in the 2021 re-org and any immediate past officers who wish to be on hand to assist and answer questions.
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SAVE THE DATE: 2021 Obama Dinner Date: Saturday, April 24, 2021 (Time TBA) |
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It's never too early to start planning for the 2021 Obama Dinner, which will be held on Saturday, April 24 (Time to be announced)! Yes, it will be virtual, because remember that we are still in the middle of a pandemic. Be a good neighbor and a good Democrat, and support your state Democratic Party while we all maintain social distancing and listen to science!
What can you do now? |
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The Obama Dinner is not only a way to support the Colorado Democratic Party, but to uplift local leaders who you believe should be recognized for all the work they do to elect Democrats! Click the button above to start nominating! |
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Colorado had incredible victories in 2020! Come join fellow Democrats to celebrate those accomplishments, while supporting the state Democratic Party so we can protect those victories in 2021 and 2022.
Get your tickets to the Obama Dinner and reserve your spot today! |
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#CoLeg 101 |
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The 2021 legislative session is less than a month away, and it will convene on Wednesday, January 13, 2021. Be sure to mark it on your calendar and bookmark the general assembly website (click here to see)!
As a Dispatch reader, you are probably well aware of how the session works, but in case you need a refresher...
Our Democratic majorities need YOU to advocate for good pieces of legislation, and to help fight bad pieces of legislation Republicans will undoubtedly run this year (see: guns in schools, restricting reproductive freedom, anti-LGBTQ policies, etc).
How can you help?
We will be holding a training on Thursday, January 7, 2021 @ 6:00pm MT focused on how you can become a true blue citizen lobbyist! Click here or the button below to save your spot NOW! |
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