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The Clear Creek Democrats hosted the third No Kings rally and march on Saturday, March 28. One-hundred and thirty patriots gathered on the Route 103 bridge to express their disapproval of the government's actions under the current administration. Demonstrators from across Clear Creek County, Evergreen, Loveland, Rollinsville, Denver, and South Minneapolis united in opposition to the policies of cruelty, misconduct, and war that President Trump supports. While the No Kings r

At the Clear Creek County Democratic Party Caucus, delegates approved these recommendations to the Colorado Democratic Party Platform relating to transportation: Increase penalties for trucks causing traffic accidents and closures of interstate highways in Colorado.  The current penalty of $500 for not carrying chains plus $1,000 is not sufficient to prevent highway closures due to truck accidents.  (Recommendation from caucus attendees is $15,000 to $20,000 fine when I-70 is

Marching to the Midterms: Fund the Fight for our Future Help the Clear Creek County Democrats prepare for the 2026 elections at this important event!   When:     Thursday, April 23, 5:00-7:00 p.m.    Where:   Chief Hosa Lodge, 27661 Genesee Lane, Golden, Colorado, I-70 Exit 245   Keynote Speaker, Attorney General Phil Weiser Scheduled to speak at 5:30 p.m. Heavy hors d'oeuvres (by Square Peg Catering) and dessert Cash Bar by Kent Slaymaker, Slaymaker Cellars Music by Manali

The Clear Creek County Democratic Party Caucus and Assembly will be held on March 7th at Carlson Elementary School, 320 CO-103, Idaho Springs, CO 80452 Doors open at 9:30 a.m. and the Caucus will begin at 10:00 a.m. Online pre-registration for the Caucus and Assembly has closed. If you are a registered Democrat who has not signed up for the Caucus and wish to participate, please come to Carlson Elementary for in-person registration. If you have pre-registered, we look forwa

On Tuesday, Donald Trump will deliver his State of the Union address to American families who are struggling to afford rent, groceries, and health care. He promised to lower costs on Day One, but life is now more expensive than when Trump came into office, and a majority of Americans say they expect prices to be higher a year from now. Instead of watching Trump’s speech, here are a few things you can do: Attend MoveOn’s People’s State of the Union livestream instead. After t

Nearly 200 people came together at Citizens Park in Idaho Springs, carrying signs to register their sadness for those killed by ICE agents and to yell their outrage.  Froggie Chanter, Carolyn Hohne, led the loud opposition to the masked, armed, poorly trained Border Control Agents.  “ICE out NOW” was the theme of the day.  Daniel Ray Scott dedicated a new song to Renee Good.  Jimy Murphy did an adapted version of “Ohio” which inspired the crowd to sing this ballad from the 7

Resist Fascism, Resist ICE The Clear Creek Democratic Party is hosting two events to protest the horrific actions of ICE in Minnesota. Educate yourself onapproaches to effective resistance on Wednesday, January 28, from 5-6:30 pm. Join this 90-minute training from States at the Core and Protect RP on how to effectively protect your neighborhoods from federal enforcement incursions. ICE Watch and other rapid-response tactics are key strategies used by people across the country

   Contact: Riley Kitts , Chief Policy and Research Officer, Riley@coloradokids.org Colorado Children’s Campaign Statement on Federal Funding Freezes The Colorado Children’s Campaign is committed to making Colorado the best place to be a kid and raise a kid.  DENVER - The federal government’s decision this week to freeze child care, food assistance, and child welfare funds is the latest proof that Washington is no longer a reliable partner for Colorado’s kids and families. F

The Clear Creek Democratic Party will hold its 2026 Caucus and Assembly on Saturday, March 7, 2026, beginning at 10:00 a.m. The Caucus will be hybrid, with in-person meetings at Carlson Elementary School, 320 CO-103, Idaho Springs, CO 80452, USA, and online via Zoom.  The County Assembly will be held in person only at the same location at 1:00 p.m..  Lunch will be for sale at noon. The caucus elects delegates to the county assembly, where delegates will be chosen for the Stat

Representative Joe Neguse will hold a town hall on Friday, January 2, from 5:30 to 6:30 pm in Georgetown. The event location will be on the registration ticket you receive from Eventbrite. Registration is free. Click here to register.

The recent government shutdown has had troubling effects nationwide.  Federal workers missed paychecks, travel was disrupted, and the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program  (SNAP) faced a temporary funding shortfall.  The Department of Agriculture’s efforts to block states such as Colorado from supplementing the SNAP program, so that participating families can be fed, showed how shameless the current administration is.   SNAP benefits were used as a bargaining chip to end

Monday, December 8, 5:30 to 7:00 at the United Center, Idaho Springs. This town hall will feature remarks by State Senator Dylan Roberts, Representative Lesley Smith, District Attorney Heidi McCollum, and the Clear Creek County Commissioners.​ Hear about the outcome of the 2025 Legislative Session and the plans for the 2026 Session. Boxed Dinners will be available for a $10.00 donation to the Clear Creek County Democrats. Please bring a non-perishable food or household item t

The results of the 2025 Election at the national level showed the beginnings of a potential Democratic recovery. Victories in multiple states from coast to coast give national Democrats hope for the 2026 mid-term election and beyond. In Colorado and Clear Creek County, the statewide and county initiatives endorsed by the Clear Creek Democrats all passed. Proposition LL Statewide Clear Creek County Number Percentage Number Percentage Yes 1,107,376 66.2% 2,083 66.1% No 566,56

The Clear Creek County Democratic Party hosted the No Kings demonstration and march on October 18. Estimates of the crowd size vary; the Clear Creek Democrats counted 175 people on the bridge. Colorado Public Radio reported that "nearly 200" people marched from the Highway 103 Bridge to the Idaho Springs Town Hall. See Colorado Public Radio's reporting here , scroll down to the section on Idaho Springs. Whatever the actual count, the turnout for the October 18 march was

The Idaho Springs No Kings Protest and March will be held from 11:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. on the Highway 103 bridge, Highway 103, and I-70.  Join us. Here is a message from the national No Kings team: No Kings Activists,   The No Kings protest is this weekend; can you feel the excitement?   RSVPs have nearly doubled in just a week’s time. This movement is strong, resilient, and ready to remind the world that, in this country, we have no kings!  Here’s the truth: The Trump Admi

Finding Optimism and Civic Strength When Democratic Norms Are Tested. by Laurie Beckel, chair of the Clear Creek Democratic Party Introduction In recent years, many Americans have felt a growing sense of anxiety about the state of our democracy. Last night, I candidly shared my difficulties in maintaining optimism with our Central Committee.   A thoughtful conversation ensued, including many of the following ideas. Reports of Constitutional protections being challenged or abu

Clear Creek Measure 1A increases the tax mill levy in unincorporated Clear Creek County to improve Fire and EMS services. Measure 1A will increase the Clear Creek County Emergency Services General Improvement District (“District”) mill levy in the unincorporated areas of the county from 4.659 mills to 11.459 mills.   Since its creation in 1988, the District’s mill levy has been set at 4.659 mills. Increasing demands on fire protection and emergency medical services — includi

Dear Neighbor,    At 12:01 a.m. Eastern Time (ET), federal funding expired, triggering a government shutdown. This shutdown will continue...

As summer turns to fall, election season begins.  Currently, two local races are beginning for the November 4, 2025, election: Idaho...

Reflections from Carolyn Hohne, First Vice Chair, Clear Creek Democratic Party This summer, the Clear Creek Democrats have been out on...