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| Subject | The Democratic Dispatch: President Biden 2 years in office |
| Date | February 1, 2023 11:18 PM |
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2 YEARS OF PRESIDENT BIDEN DELIVERING RESULTS
Two Years of President Biden Delivering Results
President Biden ran for office to restore the soul of the nation, unite the country and build an economy from the middle out and bottom up.
Two years ago, when President Biden and Vice President Harris were sworn in to office:
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Don't miss out on the Colorado Dems most important event of the year, the Obama Gala. Tickets are selling fast! Get yours now.
The Obama Gala will take place at the Sheraton Hotel in Denver on April 1, 2023.
We have reserved a room block at Sonesta [[link removed]] for $149/night for March 31st and April 1st.
Here is the reservation link for guests to book a room:
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You can also call 1-800-Sonesta (766-3782) and refer to the Colorado Democractic Party Room Block.
Buy your ticket now [[link removed]]
Kyle Brown : New House District 12 Representative
[[link removed]] Kyle Brown has been elected by the House District 12 Vacancy Committee to serve as the next State Representative from HD12. The vacancy committee met Saturday at 1:00 pm and elected a replacement for Representative Tracey Burnett who resigned her seat earlier this month.
Learn more about Kyle here. [[link removed]]
Colorado's Congressional Delegation
CD1 Congresswoman Diana DeGette
Congresswoman Diana DeGette has been selected as Ranking Member of the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Energy, Climate, and Grid Security for the 118th Congress . As the top Democrat on this key panel, DeGette will play a pivotal role in shaping our nation's energy policies and pushing back on Republican efforts to slow our transition to clean energy.
With distinct insights from Colorado, Congresswoman DeGette brings a unique perspective to this position. She hopes to work with her colleagues on both sides of the aisle to pass bipartisan legislation aimed at reducing our emissions and transitioning our country away from fossil fuels. She believes that by boldly addressing climate change, we can safe-guard our future, while at the same time moving to new clean-energy technologies that will power American households and businesses with the reliable, affordable energy they need.
Congresswoman DeGette will also serve on the Energy & Commerce Subcommittee on Environment, Manufacturing, and Critical Minerals, as well as the Committee's Oversight & Investigations panel where she will continue to push back on the Republicans' agenda to distort and disrupt the Biden Administration's progress on protecting Americans' health and environment.
CD2 Congressman Joe Neguse
Congressman Joe Neguse of Colorado’s 2nd District is continuing his efforts to ban Members of Congress from trading stocks by cosponsoring the bipartisan TRUST in Congress Act . Introduced by Representatives Abigail Spanberger (D-VA), Dusty Johnson (R-SD), and Chip Roy (R-TX), the bill requires Members of Congress and their families to place their investments, like individual stocks, in a blind trust during their tenure in Congress—effectively banning Members of Congress from trading individual stocks.
Congressman Joe Neguse reintroduced the Land Restoration and Resiliency Act , a bill to establish a Community Resilience and Restoration Fund at the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF). This bill would provide grants to support community investments in restoration and resiliency projects to protect against the threat of climate change, including responding to the threats posed by extreme weather and disasters.
Congressman Joe Neguse, Co-Chair of the bipartisan Congressional Wildfire Caucus , introduced his first legislative package of the 118th Congress. The series of bills will significantly increase investments to tackle wildfires and fund resiliency and mitigation projects for communities impacted by the recent rise in Western wildfires. The package consists of the Wildfire Recovery Act, Wildfire Smoke Relief Act, and the Western Wildfire Support Act.
Neguse will continue on the House Natural Resources Committee, as well as the Judiciary Committee. He will also serve on the important House Rules Committee.
CD6 Congressman Jason Crow
Congressman Jason Crow (CO-06), Co-Chair of the End Corruption Caucus , today re-introduced the End Dark Money Act to crack down on dark money organizations trying to influence our elections. The bill, Crow’s first legislative action of the 118th Congress, is designed to stem the flood of dark money by closing a loophole that allows mega-donors to hide their political contributions through so-called "social welfare" organizations.
"Coloradans deserve to know who is trying to influence their vote. Instead, we have a system that allows mega-donors to hide their identities. This is a critical threat to our democracy and yet it’s going unchecked," said Rep. Jason Crow . "This bill strikes at the root of the problem by preventing mega-donors from using non-profits as vehicles for political contributions. By increasing transparency and accountability in our elections, we are returning power back to voters and restoring Americans' faith in our democracy."
Representative Jason Crow (CO-06) and Representative Susan Wild (PA-07) reintroduced the Capitol Remembrance Act . A legislation to erect a memorial to the January 6, 2021 attacks on the U.S. Capitol, honoring law enforcement agencies and individuals who secured the complex and delivered members of Congress to safety.
Rep. Jason Crow will continue to serve on the Armed Services Committee, but not Small Business, this Congress. He served on the House Intelligence Committee last Congress and is expected to be tapped for that again this Congress, but those assignments have yet to be released.
CD7 Congresswoman Brittany Pettersen
Representative Brittany Pettersen has joined the Bipartisan Addiction and Mental Health Task Force, a group focused on promoting policies to combat the addiction and mental health crises in America. Since first entering public service, Pettersen has championed efforts to address the addiction epidemic, inspired by her own mother’s struggle that began with over-prescribed opioids and led to a decades-long addiction.
The Bipartisan Addiction and Mental Health Task Force, led by Representatives Annie Kuster (D-NH), David Trone (D-MD), and Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA), was created in 2021 and has already been instrumental in passing legislation to address both the addiction and mental health epidemics which were only worsened by the COVID-19 pandemic. U.S. Representative Brittany Pettersen (CO-07) sent a letter on January 24th to Postmaster General Louis DeJoy about the urgent postal operation issues in the Buena Vista and Twin Lakes community. Some residents served by the Buena Vista Post Office have gone weeks without receiving mail, including delays in the delivery of essential packages containing prescription drugs, food, and other necessary items.
Freshman Rep. Brittany Pettersen will also serve on a high-ranking committee: Financial Services. “ I will use this critical position to find long-term solutions for our housing crisis, as well as bring business investments to the rural and smaller communities that often go overlooked. ”
In the letter, Pettersen requests answers about how long it will take residents to receive mail in the short-term, how USPS intends to fix wait times and understaffing, and how they will mitigate these issues going forward. Pettersen is encouraging residents experiencing issues with their mail delivery to fill out the form linked HERE. [[link removed]]
“The current employees are overwhelmed and understaffed, and USPS has failed to provide the adequate support for them to do their jobs properly. This issue did not occur overnight and has been ongoing for several years,” wrote Pettersen. “This has resulted in many individuals needing to drive hours to pick up their prescription drugs, and they cannot rely upon USPS for delivery of essentials like food, clothing, or other needed items.”
Read the letter here. [[link removed]]
CD8 Congresswoman Yadira Caraveo
Congresswoman Dr. Yadira Caraveo is a first generation American who was raised in Adams County. She will rely on her working-class background to inform her work in Congress fighting for families like her own.
Congresswoman Caraveo looks forward to serving on the House Agriculture Committee, especially during a year when Congress will negotiate the Farm Bill. In this position, Caraveo will advocate for the interests of farmers, ranchers, producers, and workers in the District, including in Weld County – which is one of the largest agriculture-producing counties east of the Rocky Mountains. Caraveo will also serve on the House Science, Space, and Technology Committee, where she will advocate for Colorado’s interests on the frontier of science and innovation.
As a doctor with a deep appreciation for science, Caraveo looks forward to advancing the work of cutting-edge research and development and technology in CD-08 and across the country.
US Senate Committee Assignments
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) announced Senate Democratic committee memberships for the 118th Congress. All memberships have been agreed upon by the Democratic Conference and are subject to ratification by the full Senate.
Senator Bennet : Agriculture, Nutrition & Forestry; Finance; Intelligence; Rules & Administration.
Senator Hickenlooper: Commerce, Science & Transportation; Energy & Natural Resources; Health, Education, Labor & Pensions; Small Business & Entrepreneurship.
Click here [[link removed]] to see all US Senate committee assignments.
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Municipal & School Board Elections
Communities across Colorado will elect school board members, city council and mayors in November.
Be an engaged citizen, learn about candidates in your community and adopt a campaign today. Local candidates need your help to win elections. You can volunteer your time, money and/or skills to support candidates.
Find out who is running for office in your area in 2023 [[link removed]]
[[link removed]]
The Candidates are listed in alphabetical order. Anyone willing to run for the chair position can send their notice of intent to run to [email protected].
We update our website daily with information about reorg. Please take a look [[link removed]] at all the CDP officers candidates.
Register for the forum here. [[link removed]]
[[link removed]]
Donate now [[link removed]]
IN THE PRESS
DEMS DO GOOD
New York Times: US Economy showed momentum at years end, defying recession fears. [[link removed]]
CPR News: ERPO in 8 charts: What we learned from reading hundreds of ‘red flag’ cases in Colorad [[link removed]]
CO Senate Dems: Z [[link removed]] enzinger [[link removed]] joins fellow legislators, law enforcement officials to unveil bipartisan legislation to combat auto theft, improve public safety. [[link removed]]
CO House Dems: Bill to Save Educators Money, Address Teacher Shortage Passes Committee [[link removed]]
GOP IS A HOT MESS
Denver Post: GOP bill would regulate what teams transgender student-athletes can play on in Colorado [[link removed]]
Politico: The House GOP is starting its many investigations this week. Here’s what to know. [[link removed]]
The Atlantic: Republicans’ 2024 Magical Thinking [[link removed]]
The Wall Street Journal: GOP Leadership Battles Expose Divisions in 2024 Battleground States [[link removed]]
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2 YEARS OF PRESIDENT BIDEN DELIVERING RESULTS
Two Years of President Biden Delivering Results
President Biden ran for office to restore the soul of the nation, unite the country and build an economy from the middle out and bottom up.
Two years ago, when President Biden and Vice President Harris were sworn in to office:
*
[[link removed]]
Don't miss out on the Colorado Dems most important event of the year, the Obama Gala. Tickets are selling fast! Get yours now.
The Obama Gala will take place at the Sheraton Hotel in Denver on April 1, 2023.
We have reserved a room block at Sonesta [[link removed]] for $149/night for March 31st and April 1st.
Here is the reservation link for guests to book a room:
[link removed] [[link removed]]
You can also call 1-800-Sonesta (766-3782) and refer to the Colorado Democractic Party Room Block.
Buy your ticket now [[link removed]]
Kyle Brown : New House District 12 Representative
[[link removed]] Kyle Brown has been elected by the House District 12 Vacancy Committee to serve as the next State Representative from HD12. The vacancy committee met Saturday at 1:00 pm and elected a replacement for Representative Tracey Burnett who resigned her seat earlier this month.
Learn more about Kyle here. [[link removed]]
Colorado's Congressional Delegation
CD1 Congresswoman Diana DeGette
Congresswoman Diana DeGette has been selected as Ranking Member of the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Energy, Climate, and Grid Security for the 118th Congress . As the top Democrat on this key panel, DeGette will play a pivotal role in shaping our nation's energy policies and pushing back on Republican efforts to slow our transition to clean energy.
With distinct insights from Colorado, Congresswoman DeGette brings a unique perspective to this position. She hopes to work with her colleagues on both sides of the aisle to pass bipartisan legislation aimed at reducing our emissions and transitioning our country away from fossil fuels. She believes that by boldly addressing climate change, we can safe-guard our future, while at the same time moving to new clean-energy technologies that will power American households and businesses with the reliable, affordable energy they need.
Congresswoman DeGette will also serve on the Energy & Commerce Subcommittee on Environment, Manufacturing, and Critical Minerals, as well as the Committee's Oversight & Investigations panel where she will continue to push back on the Republicans' agenda to distort and disrupt the Biden Administration's progress on protecting Americans' health and environment.
CD2 Congressman Joe Neguse
Congressman Joe Neguse of Colorado’s 2nd District is continuing his efforts to ban Members of Congress from trading stocks by cosponsoring the bipartisan TRUST in Congress Act . Introduced by Representatives Abigail Spanberger (D-VA), Dusty Johnson (R-SD), and Chip Roy (R-TX), the bill requires Members of Congress and their families to place their investments, like individual stocks, in a blind trust during their tenure in Congress—effectively banning Members of Congress from trading individual stocks.
Congressman Joe Neguse reintroduced the Land Restoration and Resiliency Act , a bill to establish a Community Resilience and Restoration Fund at the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF). This bill would provide grants to support community investments in restoration and resiliency projects to protect against the threat of climate change, including responding to the threats posed by extreme weather and disasters.
Congressman Joe Neguse, Co-Chair of the bipartisan Congressional Wildfire Caucus , introduced his first legislative package of the 118th Congress. The series of bills will significantly increase investments to tackle wildfires and fund resiliency and mitigation projects for communities impacted by the recent rise in Western wildfires. The package consists of the Wildfire Recovery Act, Wildfire Smoke Relief Act, and the Western Wildfire Support Act.
Neguse will continue on the House Natural Resources Committee, as well as the Judiciary Committee. He will also serve on the important House Rules Committee.
CD6 Congressman Jason Crow
Congressman Jason Crow (CO-06), Co-Chair of the End Corruption Caucus , today re-introduced the End Dark Money Act to crack down on dark money organizations trying to influence our elections. The bill, Crow’s first legislative action of the 118th Congress, is designed to stem the flood of dark money by closing a loophole that allows mega-donors to hide their political contributions through so-called "social welfare" organizations.
"Coloradans deserve to know who is trying to influence their vote. Instead, we have a system that allows mega-donors to hide their identities. This is a critical threat to our democracy and yet it’s going unchecked," said Rep. Jason Crow . "This bill strikes at the root of the problem by preventing mega-donors from using non-profits as vehicles for political contributions. By increasing transparency and accountability in our elections, we are returning power back to voters and restoring Americans' faith in our democracy."
Representative Jason Crow (CO-06) and Representative Susan Wild (PA-07) reintroduced the Capitol Remembrance Act . A legislation to erect a memorial to the January 6, 2021 attacks on the U.S. Capitol, honoring law enforcement agencies and individuals who secured the complex and delivered members of Congress to safety.
Rep. Jason Crow will continue to serve on the Armed Services Committee, but not Small Business, this Congress. He served on the House Intelligence Committee last Congress and is expected to be tapped for that again this Congress, but those assignments have yet to be released.
CD7 Congresswoman Brittany Pettersen
Representative Brittany Pettersen has joined the Bipartisan Addiction and Mental Health Task Force, a group focused on promoting policies to combat the addiction and mental health crises in America. Since first entering public service, Pettersen has championed efforts to address the addiction epidemic, inspired by her own mother’s struggle that began with over-prescribed opioids and led to a decades-long addiction.
The Bipartisan Addiction and Mental Health Task Force, led by Representatives Annie Kuster (D-NH), David Trone (D-MD), and Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA), was created in 2021 and has already been instrumental in passing legislation to address both the addiction and mental health epidemics which were only worsened by the COVID-19 pandemic. U.S. Representative Brittany Pettersen (CO-07) sent a letter on January 24th to Postmaster General Louis DeJoy about the urgent postal operation issues in the Buena Vista and Twin Lakes community. Some residents served by the Buena Vista Post Office have gone weeks without receiving mail, including delays in the delivery of essential packages containing prescription drugs, food, and other necessary items.
Freshman Rep. Brittany Pettersen will also serve on a high-ranking committee: Financial Services. “ I will use this critical position to find long-term solutions for our housing crisis, as well as bring business investments to the rural and smaller communities that often go overlooked. ”
In the letter, Pettersen requests answers about how long it will take residents to receive mail in the short-term, how USPS intends to fix wait times and understaffing, and how they will mitigate these issues going forward. Pettersen is encouraging residents experiencing issues with their mail delivery to fill out the form linked HERE. [[link removed]]
“The current employees are overwhelmed and understaffed, and USPS has failed to provide the adequate support for them to do their jobs properly. This issue did not occur overnight and has been ongoing for several years,” wrote Pettersen. “This has resulted in many individuals needing to drive hours to pick up their prescription drugs, and they cannot rely upon USPS for delivery of essentials like food, clothing, or other needed items.”
Read the letter here. [[link removed]]
CD8 Congresswoman Yadira Caraveo
Congresswoman Dr. Yadira Caraveo is a first generation American who was raised in Adams County. She will rely on her working-class background to inform her work in Congress fighting for families like her own.
Congresswoman Caraveo looks forward to serving on the House Agriculture Committee, especially during a year when Congress will negotiate the Farm Bill. In this position, Caraveo will advocate for the interests of farmers, ranchers, producers, and workers in the District, including in Weld County – which is one of the largest agriculture-producing counties east of the Rocky Mountains. Caraveo will also serve on the House Science, Space, and Technology Committee, where she will advocate for Colorado’s interests on the frontier of science and innovation.
As a doctor with a deep appreciation for science, Caraveo looks forward to advancing the work of cutting-edge research and development and technology in CD-08 and across the country.
US Senate Committee Assignments
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) announced Senate Democratic committee memberships for the 118th Congress. All memberships have been agreed upon by the Democratic Conference and are subject to ratification by the full Senate.
Senator Bennet : Agriculture, Nutrition & Forestry; Finance; Intelligence; Rules & Administration.
Senator Hickenlooper: Commerce, Science & Transportation; Energy & Natural Resources; Health, Education, Labor & Pensions; Small Business & Entrepreneurship.
Click here [[link removed]] to see all US Senate committee assignments.
[[link removed]]
Municipal & School Board Elections
Communities across Colorado will elect school board members, city council and mayors in November.
Be an engaged citizen, learn about candidates in your community and adopt a campaign today. Local candidates need your help to win elections. You can volunteer your time, money and/or skills to support candidates.
Find out who is running for office in your area in 2023 [[link removed]]
[[link removed]]
The Candidates are listed in alphabetical order. Anyone willing to run for the chair position can send their notice of intent to run to [email protected].
We update our website daily with information about reorg. Please take a look [[link removed]] at all the CDP officers candidates.
Register for the forum here. [[link removed]]
[[link removed]]
Donate now [[link removed]]
IN THE PRESS
DEMS DO GOOD
New York Times: US Economy showed momentum at years end, defying recession fears. [[link removed]]
CPR News: ERPO in 8 charts: What we learned from reading hundreds of ‘red flag’ cases in Colorad [[link removed]]
CO Senate Dems: Z [[link removed]] enzinger [[link removed]] joins fellow legislators, law enforcement officials to unveil bipartisan legislation to combat auto theft, improve public safety. [[link removed]]
CO House Dems: Bill to Save Educators Money, Address Teacher Shortage Passes Committee [[link removed]]
GOP IS A HOT MESS
Denver Post: GOP bill would regulate what teams transgender student-athletes can play on in Colorado [[link removed]]
Politico: The House GOP is starting its many investigations this week. Here’s what to know. [[link removed]]
The Atlantic: Republicans’ 2024 Magical Thinking [[link removed]]
The Wall Street Journal: GOP Leadership Battles Expose Divisions in 2024 Battleground States [[link removed]]
[link removed] [[link removed]] [link removed] [[link removed]] [link removed] [[link removed]]
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