GOP's Graham unveils nationwide abortion ban after 15 weeks Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham has introduced a bill calling for a nationwide abortion ban The Independent UK · Sep 14, 2022
As Republicans struggle in some close Senate races, they look to Colorado for an upset Republican Joe O'Dea is pitching himself as independent-minded in his campaign against Democratic Sen. Michael Bennet. But on the key issue of abortion, Democrats say he's out of step with the state. WEKU · Sep 9, 2022
No more 'nuance': Democrats slam GOP abortion-rights backers The few Republican candidates across the U.S. this year who say they support abortion rights still find themselves under attack on the issue The Independent UK · Sep 1, 2022
Student loan forgiveness is politically popular. But not all Democrats are on board President Biden made a promise during his campaign to forgive student loan debt. Months before the midterm elections, he made the call, but how much will it benefit him and Democrats politically? WEKU · Aug 26, 2022
Student loan crisis awaits new generation despite Biden plan President Joe Biden’s student loan cancellation offers a life-changing financial break for millions of Americans The Independent UK · Aug 25, 2022
Democrats launch major effort to sell Inflation Reduction Act to voters IRVINE, Calif. — Democratic lawmakers, members of President Joe Biden’s Cabinet, and allied organizers and activists are kicking off a multipronged public relations campaign aimed at ensuring voters understand — and appreciate the benefits of — the $700-billion climate-change and drug-prices bill that Biden signed Tuesday. Los Angeles Times · Aug 19, 2022
Climate, health and tax debate moves quickly to campaign realm WASHINGTON — The debate over the sweeping climate, health and tax bill passed by Senate Democrats last weekend is already moving to the campaign trail, even before the House has cleared it for President Joe Biden’s signature. Tribune News Service · Aug 9, 2022
Climate, health and tax debate moves quickly to campaign realm - Roll Call Republicans attacked the reconciliation package, which Democrats say could reduce inflation and bring down the cost of prescription drugs. Roll Call · Aug 9, 2022
Mark Z. Barabak: How bad could November be for Democrats? Watch this Senate race and see DENVER — When Democrats candidly assess the party’s prospects for November, their responses range from bad to awful to curled up and whimpering in a fetal position. Los Angeles Times · Jul 28, 2022
Heart of the Primaries 2022, Republicans-Issue 29 Welcome to The Heart of the Primaries, Republican Edition Ballotpedia · Jun 30, 2022
Colorado Republicans pick O’Dea to face Bennet for Senate - Roll Call Construction company owner Joe O'Dea, who opposes an outright abortion ban, won the GOP Senate nomination in Colorado. Roll Call · Jun 28, 2022
Dems' Rocky Mountain MAGA bet The Colorado GOP Senate primary pits a moderate against a conservative whom Democrats would rather face. Axios · Jun 28, 2022
What to watch in primaries in Colorado, Illinois, elsewhere Seven states are set to host primary elections Tuesday as the nation comes to terms with last week’s stunning Supreme Court ruling eliminating the constitutional right to an abortion The Independent UK · Jun 27, 2022
In Colorado, a GOP rarity: An abortion rights candidate A U.S. Senate candidate in Colorado, Joe O'Dea, is a rarity in the Republican Party as a supporter of abortion rights The Independent UK · Jun 23, 2022
Ballotpedia · Jun 21, 2022 Three candidates running for Republican U.S. Senate nomination in Colorado Three candidates are running in the Republican Party primary for U.S. Senate in Colorado on June 28, 2022. Ron Hanks and Joe O’Dea have led in media attention and fundraising. Daniel Hendricks is running as a write-in candidate.
The Denver Post · Jun 18, 2022 A gulf of cash separates Republican primary candidates in Colorado's US Senate race DENVER — Construction CEO Joe O’Dea has topped $1 million in how much he’s loaned or directly contributed to his campaign for U.S. Senate, adding another contrast to his race against poorly monied rival state Rep. Ron Hanks.
Roll Call · Jun 9, 2022 At the Races: Hearing today, gone tomorrow? - Roll Call The CQ Roll Call newsroom tracks campaigns nationwide, sharing the best stories, with some extras, in the At the Races newsletter.
Tribune News Service · May 9, 2022 Inflation and worker shortage fuel push on immigration bills WASHINGTON — Rep. Dan Newhouse had a message for the grassroots organizers who gathered outside the Capitol to discuss what chances remain for bipartisan immigration legislation, such as his bill to address the labor shortages harming farmers in both red and blue states.
Roll Call · May 9, 2022 Inflation and worker shortage fuel push on immigration bills - Roll Call Lawmakers are pointing to high inflation and critical labor shortages in a push for the Senate to take action soon on immigration bills.
Roll Call · Apr 27, 2022 New historic site stirs memories of America’s darker instincts - Roll Call The former Amache internment camp in Colorado was recently named a national historic site. Thousands were held there during World War II.
Tribune News Service · Apr 25, 2022 GOP Senate candidate touts military support with image of Russian jets WASHINGTON — Colorado Republican Senate candidate Joe O’Dea promises to “support the police and military,” in a television ad that featured footage of a half-dozen planes flying in formation against a backdrop of fluffy, white clouds.
Roll Call · Apr 22, 2022 GOP Senate candidate touts military support with image of Russian jets Jets in Colorado GOP Senate candidate Joe O’Dea’s campaign ad touting his support for the military were Russian, experts said.
The Independent UK · Feb 15, 2022 Utah senator drops opposition, internment camp bill advances A proposal to create a national historic site at a former World War II Japanese American internment camp in Colorado has passed the U.S. Senate after Republican Utah Sen. Mike Lee dropped his objections to adding more land to the federal government’s portfolio
The Independent UK · Feb 11, 2022 Utah senator blocks internment camp designation, draws ire Utah Sen. Mike Lee is facing backlash from Japanese Americans and conservation groups after blocking a proposal to create a national historic site at a former internment camp in rural Colorado