9-4-26 - 9am - Expand the DougCo Commissioners and Beef

This episode is a must-listen for anyone concerned about the inner workings of local government and the influence of powerful special interests. The speaker takes aim at the Douglas County commissioners, who he accuses of trying to confuse voters and undermine a ballot measure to expand the Board of County Commissioners from three to five members. But that's just the tip of the iceberg - this episode delves into a much broader issue of how the Republican Party in Colorado is dominated by self-serving politicians who prioritize their own interests over the needs of the state.The speaker shares a shocking example of how the county commissioners brought in a high-powered lawyer from the firm Brownstein Hyatt to represent them in a hearing about the ballot measure, despite already having a county attorney on hand. This raises questions about who's paying for the lawyer and whether it's a conflict of interest. The speaker also explores the connections between the county commissioners and the economic development corporation, which has a board member from the same law firm.The episode touches on a wider issue of how the Republican Party in Colorado is plagued by self-serving politicians who are more interested in advancing their own careers than serving the people. The speaker shares his own experiences as a politician and how he's seen this kind of behavior firsthand. He argues that this kind of politics is holding the state back and that it's time for a change.If you're interested in learning more about this issue and hearing the speaker's thoughts on how to fix it, tune in to this episode. The speaker shares his insights and expertise, and offers a unique perspective on the challenges facing Colorado's Republican Party.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.