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 more than twice...

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 Administration wants...

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 abused—particularly...