Author: Brandon Wark

Colorado Native, world traveler. Political operative and blogger in defense of liberty. Believer in the value of human life and the potential for consciousness. My posts are my opinion - protected by the First Amendment
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Posted in Colorado Legislature Property Taxes in 2023

Special Session Recap: How Bad Was it?

The 2023 Special Session is over! 4 days and $96,000 later, Colorado’s Legislature has adjourned until January. The primary purpose of the Session was to…

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Posted in Weekly Roundup

Weekly Roundup: Protestors Shut Down Special Session – Meat, Cars, Rentals Under Attack in 2024?

Howdy Colorado! Every week I take a look at Colorado news to share with you stories you might have missed. Let’s see what’s happening this…

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Posted in 2023 Election Property Taxes in 2023

Special Session: Worse than Prop HH?! Here’s What You Need to Know & What You Can Do!

Proposition HH failed and Jared Polis isn’t happy! Two days after the election, Jared Polis announced a Special Session to provide “property tax relief,” but…

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Posted in Weekly Roundup

Weekly Roundup: Election Results – Mom “Sickened” by School – Protests Shutdown State Capitol & More

Howdy Colorado! Let’s see what’s in the news this week: Links to Articles: Prop HH: 3 takeaways from the defeat of Colorado Democrats’ property tax…

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Posted in Weekly Roundup

Weekly Roundup: CU Boulder Protests – Denver School Walkouts – Higher Taxes for Short Term Rentals?

It’s a beautiful day Colorado! Let’s see what’s in the news this week: Links to Articles: CU Boulder department statement sparks ‘fear’ and ‘anger’ in…

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Posted in Weekly Roundup

Weekly Roundup: Weekly Roundup: Migrants in Homeless Camps – Colorado Last in Residential Safety – Prop HH Alternatives

Here we go again! The snow is falling and I hope are you staying warm. Let’s see what’s in the news this week! Links to…

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Posted in 2023 Election Property Taxes in 2023

Update: Where’s the Money Coming From? Exposing the Money Behind Proposition HH

TV, online, mailers, and radio ads are hitting Colorado airwaves to convince voters to give up their tax refunds for a temporary and minor property…

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Posted in Weekly Roundup

Weekly Roundup: Eliminating Gas Cars – Ken Buck Evicted – Prop HH Fails Test – DPS Document Leak

Nearly every week I take a look at news stories, articles and headlines from across Colorado. Let’s see what’s in the news this week! Links…

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Posted in 2023 Election

A Libertarian Guide to Colorado’s 2023 Ballot Initiatives

Ballots are dropping across Colorado. Of course, you can still vote in person, but most Colorado voters will mail their ballot back or drop it…

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Posted in 2023 Election

Interview: Stacey Casteel, Greeley-Evans Weld County District 6 School Board Candidate

Parents of school children have questions: Why are test scores so low?Where’s all the tax money going?What’s going on in the classroom?What is the school…

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Posted in Podcast Property Taxes in 2023

Interview: Councilor Mary Janssen on her Motion to Lower Property Taxes in Lakewood

Colorado’s Liberty Leaders are standing up in support of property owners in their communities. Mary Janssen, a Lakewood City Councilor, made a motion this week…

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Posted in Podcast

Interview: Rep. Brandi Bradley on her Letter Calling for Tim Hernandez to be EXPELLED from the House

Colorado’s Republican Legislators in the State House are standing up against the extremism of Democratic Representative Tim Hernandez. Rep. Brandi Bradley and 14 other House…

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Posted in Liberty Activism

Petition: Demand the Expulsion of Rep. Tim Hernandez from the Colorado State House

Click here for a 10-minute video explanation of this petition Colorado Legislators, with a two-thirds vote can expel Rep. Tim Hernandez from the State House….

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Posted in Weekly Roundup

Weekly Roundup: State Rep Tim Hernandez – Griswold Lawsuit – Jack Phillips Supreme Court – Ken Buck’s McCarthy Vote

Let’s see what’s in the news this week Colorado! Every week I take a look at news stories to see what’s going on across our…

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Posted in 2023 Election Podcast

Interview: David DiCarlo, Douglas County School Board Candidate

It’s time to ask the hard questions. It’s time to dig into the data. It’s time to speak the truth. That’s how to restore trust…

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Posted in 2023 Election Podcast

Interview: Amara Hildebrand, Jefferson County School Board Candidate

Amara Hildebrand is running for Jefferson County School Board with a focus on three major issues: Amara is a parent, concerned about what is happening…

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Posted in 2023 Election Podcast

Interview: Cynthia Nevison, Boulder Valley School District Board Candidate

The 2023 Election is quickly approaching. School boards have never seemed more relevant. Whether it’s the Covid policies of 2020, the sexual agenda of some…

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Posted in Podcast Uncategorized

Question Authority: Know Your Rights, Know Your Power!

Natalie Menten has been a force in Lakewood and Colorado politics for many years. In this video, she shares stories, and strategies to exercise your…

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Posted in 2023 Election

How Bad will Proposition HH Affect Colorado Renters?

Proposition HH is on the November ballot and Colorado’s renters need to know what they will lose if it passes. If you rent in Colorado,…

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Posted in Podcast

Interview: Jeff Roberts, Executive Director, Colorado Freedom of Information Coalition

An open and democratic government depends on the ability of voters and citizens to know what their elected representatives are doing. Open Meetings Laws, Sunshine…

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Posted in Weekly Roundup

Weekly Roundup: Tax on Trucks – Denver Evictions – Opposition to HH – Johnny Hurley Settlement

Happy October Colorado! Let’s look at some headlines from the past week. Links to Articles: Douglas County School Board to pay $103,000 as part of…

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Posted in Podcast

Interview: Taylor Rhodes, Rocky Mountain Gun Owners Fighting Against 3-Day Minimum Waiting Period and More

Colorado gun owners are under threat from an Authoritarian Legislature and Anti-gun politicians across the state. On October 1st, the 3-Day minimum waiting period for…

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Posted in Weekly Roundup

Weekly Roundup: Dishonest Schools – Basic Income Guarantee – TABOR Refund Money – Gun Lawsuits – DougCo Property Tax

It seems that responsibility is a major issue these days. Whether it’s schools blaming social media companies, or handouts to those who haven’t earned it,…

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Posted in 2023 Election

Where’s the Money Coming From? Exposing the Money Behind Proposition HH

Politics runs on money. Who is paying to convince voters to support Proposition HH this November? Out-of-state special interests are putting up hundreds of thousands…

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Posted in Weekly Roundup

Weekly Roundup: Raw Milk – Dems Splitting – Lamborn on Gov’t Shutdown – Left-Wing DPS Bias – Unopposed School Boards

Howdy Free People! It’s starting to feel like fall! Let’s see what’s in the news this week: Links to Articles: COLUMN: Colorado’s Lord of the…

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Posted in Property Taxes in 2023

Amplify Your Voice: Add Your Comment for All Voters to See! Deadline for Local TABOR Notice Upcoming

Every year, Colorado voters receive a local TABOR notice, which provides details on the local ballot measures. You can add comments that voters in your…

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Posted in Podcast

Interview: Pam Long on Medical Freedom, Protecting Your Children, and Preventing the Next Covid Lockdown

The government response to the covid-panic of 2020 was devastating to the well-being of millions. Colorado is still suffering with high crime, mental illness, substance…

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Posted in Goals for the Colorado Liberty Movement

Want to Create Liberty in Your Community? Here are 5 Liberty Goals for You!

Do you want to create a Free State? Are you looking to make a positive impact in your community? Have you considered running for office?…

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Posted in Colorado's Politcial Establishment Exposed

Exposed: Colorado Ceasefire Elected Legislators, now they are getting Taxpayer Money

Colorado’s anti-gun lobbyists have seen success in recent years. Storage laws, and reporting requirements are now law, and earlier this year, several new anti-gun bills…

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Posted in Property Taxes in 2023

Lowering Your Mill Levy: Step-by-Step Guide to Present to Local Elected Representatives

Did you know that your local City Council can lower your property taxes? Yes, your city council, county commissioners and special districts can lower your…

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Posted in Weekly Roundup

Weekly Roundup: Ken Buck vs COGOP – Griswold vs Trump – Business vs CO Leg

Howdy Free People! I hope you had a great week! It seems every news story this week is about a battle between people in Colorado….

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Posted in 2023 Election Podcast

Interview: Jacob Luria, Golden City Council Candidate 2023

In November 2023, voters across Colorado will elect City Council members in their local community. Your local community is the most important political aspect of…

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Posted in Weekly Roundup

Weekly Roundup: Weekly Roundup: Colorado Schools Looking Bad – Local Government is the Key – Homeless Overdoses – No-Knock Raids in Denver

Happy Labor Day Weekend Colorado! I hope you are having a great holiday weekend. Let’s take a look at the news of the week: Links…

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Posted in 2023 Election Podcast

Interview: Jessica Fenske “Forest Mommy” on Liberty Activism and Running for Arvada City Council

Did you have a problem with the Covid policies? Do you see a problem with the government and want to do something about it? Have…

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Posted in Property Taxes in 2023

Five Quick Ways to Lower Your Property Taxes and Fight Proposition HH

If you live in Colorado, you know that life is getting expensive. And to make matters worse, dishonest politicians are lying to voters about a…

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Posted in Weekly Roundup

Weekly Roundup: Marxist Candidate – Cost of Illegal Immigration – Homeschooling – Defending Hunting – Denver’s Doom Loop

Happy Saturday Colorado! Let’s see what’s going on in the news this week: Links to Articles: State air pollution regulators pass controversial $2.55 billion large…

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Posted in Property Taxes in 2023

Will Taxpayers Get Screwed this November? So-called Tax Caps & “Truth in Taxation” in Proposition HH

Colorado voters are facing a deceptive ballot measure in November. Proposition HH claims to provide Property Tax Relief, but in reality, it doesn’t prevent any…

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Posted in Property Taxes in 2023

Will Your Local Government Lose Big in November? Special Districts and Proposition HH

Libraries, Sanitation, Ambulances, Fire and other Special Districts could LOSE BIG this November! Colorado voters will vote on Propostion HH this year and this controversial…

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Posted in Weekly Roundup

Weekly Roundup: School Test Scores – Cost of HH – Libertarian Pledge – Top Democratic Targets – Xcel Bill Hike

Hello Free People of the Rocky Mountain Region! I hope you had a great week. Let’s see what’s in the news this week. Links to…

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Posted in Property Taxes in 2023

Property Taxes Part 10 – How are 2023 Property Taxes Affecting the Colorado Housing Market?

Colorado’s record home prices have led to high property taxes. The housing market has skyrocketed, but home buyers need to be aware of how property…

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Posted in Weekly Roundup

Weekly Roundup: Record Lobbying Money – Kids Missing School – Armed Gang Roaming Front Range

Happy Saturday Colorado! I cover these stories and more this week: A gang of young criminals is roaming the front range, under 21 gun ban…

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Posted in Property Taxes in 2023

Property Taxes Part 9 – Local Property Tax Relief – Ballot Initiatives and City Council Candidates

You can lower property taxes in your community! Whether it’s by electing city council candidates or getting a citizen-led initiative on the ballot, you can…

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Posted in Property Taxes in 2023

Property Taxes Part 8 – Online Resource for Colorado Ballot Initiatives

Knowing is half the battle! Colorado’s General Assembly Website is a great online resource for information on Colorado Ballot Initiatives. https://leg.colorado.gov/ is the website where…

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Posted in Weekly Roundup

Weekly Roundup: County Fairs – Who’s Paying for Prop. HH, Gun Control? Local Produce – Solving Crime

Who is paying to push Proposition HH? Did you know Taxpayer money is going to an anti-gun lobbyist group? These stories and more are covered…

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Posted in Liberty Activism Property Taxes in 2023

Colorado Property Tax in 2023 – Part 7 – The Colorado “Blue Book” – Natalie on How You Can Participate

Every household in Colorado with a registered voter gets a “Blue Book” in the mail before each election. Colorado voters are presented with the background…

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Posted in Podcast

Interview: Taylor Rhodes on RMGO’s Lawsuits Against Anti-Gun Laws

This year, the Colorado Legislature and Governor Polis passed the worst anti-gun laws in a decade. These 5 anti-gun bills turn law-abiding gun owners into…

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Posted in Liberty Activism

How to Lower Crime in Denver? Legislation from 2018 Shows The Way

Crime is skyrocketing in Denver. Not a day seems to go by without a news story highlighting a violent attack in Denver. Individuals working their…

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Posted in Property Taxes in 2023

Colorado Property Tax in 2023 – Part 6 – Property Tax Caps: History and Today – Initiative 50

Colorado property owners are facing record tax bills. The responsibility for this burden is from our State Lawmakers. But, fortunately, the Colorado liberty community is…

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Posted in Weekly Roundup

Weekly Roundup: Health Insurance Costs Increasing – Secret Voting to Stop – Polis Says Hunters Don’t Matter?

Howdy Colorado! It’s time for the Weekly Roundup: Links to Articles: Coloradans could see double-digit increases in health insurance premiums for 2024: https://denvergazette.com/premium/coloradans-could-see-double-digit-increases-in-health-insurance-premiums-for-2024/article_7c3aa17f-a0fd-5e7c-9b74-a8e3c2bdaa31.html Homelessness surged…

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Posted in Liberty Library

You Have the Right to Remain Innocent by James Duane – Liberty Library

The average law-abiding person wants to trust law enforcement. They want to believe the law is on their side, and that district attorneys and police…

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