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  • Friday, January 16, 2009

    COLORADO FOCUS: Blogs, Alternative Energy, Groups and Events

    BLOGGING COLORADO:

    Colorado Independent

    Colorado MediaMatters: Colorado Media Matters is a Web-based, not-for-profit, 501(c)(3) progressive research and information center dedicated to comprehensively monitoring, analyzing, and correcting conservative misinformation in the Colorado media. Colorado Media Matters is managed and staffed by Coloradans trained in the rigorous editorial policies and research methods developed by Media Matters for America.

    Square State, The Progressive Political Blog for Colorado (May be down)


    Some stories of interest:

    Denver Post Lies About Employee Free Choice Act...but 78% of the public supports the Employee Free Choice Act

    Freddie, Fannie force borrowers to waive legal rights

    Independence Institute's Caldara again parroted false claims that New Deal did not work. Why do Republicans have to resort to lying? Could it be they actually KNOW they are wrong when it comes to the economy?

    Wingnuts in Colorado Springs Hate Homeless Veterans: What is wrong with Republicans? Why do they hate our Veterans?

    The worst of conservative misinformation in 2008

    Troy Eid's Connections to the Abramoff Scandal

    Incoming Democratic Leadership Praises Bernie Buescher, New Secretary of State

    From Daily Kos comes this rundown of the 2010 elections in Colordao:

    Incumbent Democratic Governor Bill Ritter and Senator Ken Salazar look pretty good for reelection. Ritter may actually face Tom Tancredo, a potential candidacy which has "Epic Fail" written all over it.

    Salazar could draw a decent opponent, like Secretary of State (and Congressman-elect) Mike Coffman. He could also be nominated Secretary of the Interior, and while I would much prefer...well, anyone else, it would enable Ritter to potentially replace him with a more progressive Democrat.

    In the House, Democrats are out of targets, as they now control five of seven House seats. The most vulnerable incumbent Democrats are freshman Rep.-elect Betsy Markey in CO-04, and John Salazar in CO-03.

    Salazar has now won three elections and is pretty well entrenched, but Markey has yet to beat someone not woefully unpopular, like vanquished Rep. Marilyn Musgrave. It's an R+8.5 district, so Markey will have a big target on her back. Republicans will certainly be gunning after this one.


    Can energy independence help solve the economic crisis? I've been talking about this for years now!

    El Paso County: Still "Drowning In Bathtub"


    COLORADO VETERANS FOR PEACE:
    Chapter 120 Boulder
    Chapter 079 Denver

    Meetings:

    Join us for our regular potluck social and business meeting at 6:00 PM on the first Sunday of every month, at the Arborwood Condominums’ Club House, 3250 O'Neal Circle, in Boulder, Colorado.

    Denver meetings 3rd Wed. of evrey month at 7:00 PM at the AFSC office, 901 W. 14th Street

    For further information call:
    George Newell - 303-440-0942
    Frank Bessinger - 720-939-5057

    Or Email info_at_covfp.org to ask to be added to our mailing list.


    ALTERNATIVE ENERGY:

    Colorado Biodiesel: Supporting and advocating Colorado's fastest growing renewable fuel source
    phone: 303-800-4650

    Blue Sun is an integrated agriculture-energy company and marketer of premium renewable fuel products. Blue Sun products and services are differentiated by proprietary oilseed crops, additives, quality assurance, blending, and distribution infrastructure. Blue Sun oilseed crop R&D and established farmer network, industry-leading QA/QC policies, numerous retail pumps, and well-established distributor network bring you the best-quality diesel fuel possible today.

    Go here for a list of pumps in Colorado (as well as a few in other neighboring states). Remember that ANY diesel car or truck can use up to B20 without modification, so most of these stations can serve you.


    Here are some other alternative energy groups in Colorado:

    Alliance for Sustainable Colorado: The mission of Alliance for Sustainable Colorado is to catalyze the shift to a truly sustainable world by fostering collaboration among nonprofits, businesses, governments, and academia. We are working to advance economic, environmental, and social sustainability in Colorado by building cross-sector alliances and networks.

    Colorado Green Tech Group, Boulder
    A gathering of people involved and/or interested in Green Tech including Energy generation, transportation, construction, and efficiency technologies.
    We meet on the 2nd Thursday of each month at 7:00PM (6:00 for networking).

    Sign up here to find out where they meet.

    Boulder Sustainable Energy Group
    We welcome anyone looking for an interesting, informative, and social forum for the exchange of ideas that will help each of us reduce our 'personal' consumption of fossil fuels and emission of greenhouse gasses, and make greener consumer choices in general. Sign up here to find out when and where they meet.

    Colorado Alternative Energy: Alternative energy news for Colorado

    Colorado Reewable Energy Society: The Colorado Renewable Energy Society (CRES) is a nonprofit membership organization that works for the sensible adoption of cost-effective energy efficiency and renewable energy technologies by Colorado businesses and consumers. Check out their website for local events and chapters.

    Alternative Energy Resources in Colorado. A short summary of alternative energy resources for Colorado. For more information on each technology, visit the State Energy Alternatives Technology Options page.


    Here are some other groups and events in Colorado:

    Progressive Majority Colorado: According to the Almanac of American Politics, Colorado is "at the front edge of economic, cultural and political change." Unfortunately for progressives, the political change that's occurred since the 1990's has come in the form of right-wing politics — dominated by religious and social conservatives who have, in turn, soured the national political debate.

    This is truly a state where we are at a stand off — one side wins and one side loses — and who wins can shape the electoral mood of the country.

    That's why Progressive Majority set up shop in Colorado — to bring true progressives into politics and create positive change that would last. We're recruiting progressive leaders to run for office who can also galvanize progressive voters who have been shut down by the loud voices of the ultra-conservative right.

    Colorado remains a battleground state despite its vocal right-wing movement. It hasn't been won in the last two presidential elections, but Democrats have fared better at the state level — including winning slim margins in both the House and the Senate in 2004. Now, Progressive Majority is tapping an emerging demographic that leans progressive, recruiting candidates they can connect to, and building a progressive power base that will take control of the state — and keep it.

    Progressive Majority has leadership programs, and helps progressive candidates run successful and efficient campaigns. Sign up for email updates here.

    Denver Democracy for America Meetup
    Meet others to learn more about Democracy For America and discuss local strategies. Get the latest news at your Democracy for America Meetups! This Meetup is officially brought to you by Democracy for America. Join here to find out more.

    Colorado Young Democrats Chapters: Find your local Young Democrats chapter and contact them to find out what you can do to organize your community.

    Adams County Young Dems
    Edward Casso, Representative
    edwardcasso_at_hotmail.com
    720.495.3861

    Adams State University Undergraduate College Dems
    Ryan Crick
    ChefCO_at_gmail.com

    Arapahoe County Young Dems
    Derek Dye, President
    derekodye_at_hotmail.com
    303.921.1685

    Boulder Young Dems
    Sara Lu Hanley, President
    saraluhanley_at_google.com
    303.501.2575

    Broomfield Young Dems
    Samara Kapich, President
    samarajbrown_at_yahoo.com
    720.231.2072

    College Democrats of Colorado
    Jay Hazen, jay_at_coloradoyoungdems.com
    303.884.7083
    http://www.cocollegedems.com/

    Colorado School of Mines College Dems
    LB Williams, President
    csmdemocrats_at_gmail.com

    CSU Graduate School
    Sunshine Swetnam, President
    970.482.2025

    Denver Young Dems
    http://www.denveryoungdems.org/

    Jefferson County Young Dems
    Kyle Anderson, President
    kylea1979_at_gmail.com
    303.971.0370

    School of Mines College Dems
    LB Williams
    MinesDemocrats_at_Gmail.com

    Steamboat Springs Young Dems
    Harris Reitman-Swiss, President
    904.742.8061

    University of Colorado at Boulder College Dems
    Daniel Ramos
    Daniel.Ramos_at_Colorado.edu

    University of Denver College Dems
    Jeff Graves
    Jgraves2_at_du.edu

    University of Denver Law School College Dems
    Kelley Rider
    KRider09_at_law.du.edu

    Colorado chapter of National Stonewall Democrats—a grassroots network connecting LGBT (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender) Democratic activists through over 90 Stonewall chapters throughout the United States.

    Colorado Café Scientifique in Denver: The Café Scientifique idea started in England a few years ago, based on the French Café Philosophique. In the Café Scientifique, people (often science buffs) come together in a friendly pub after work and hear an informal (no PowerPoint!) introduction to an interesting current scientific topic, led by an expert. We take a short break for refreshments, to meet new people, and chat, and then we return for questions and answers and general discussion. All questions and comments are welcome, as this isn't a seminar, it's a chance for all of us to express an opinion, expert or otherwise.

    We meet at the Wynkoop Brewing Company. Check the website for upcoming events. We start at 6:30 PM in the large & comfortable first floor Mercantile Room and go to approximately 8:00 PM. Because we have been getting large crowds, it isn't practical to serve meals at the tables. We invite you to come early and get dinner in the regular restaurant, or wait until we're through (about 8 PM) and eat then. The Wynkoop's food is great! There is bar service throughout the session, and the Wynkoop people have generously offered to provide snacks for our guests. Café Scientifique meetings are FREE. The Wynkoop is generously providing the facility; we buy our own food and drinks. Seating is limited, and the event is popular, so you may want to arrive around 6 PM to be sure of getting a seat.


    And for those who like to combine social and political activities, here are the Drinking Liberally groups in Colorado:

    Avon
    o Fourth Wednesday of each month, 5:30 pm
    o Loaded Joe's, 82 East Beaver Creek Blvd Suite 104
    o Hosted by Cheryl Bottomley

    North Boulder
    o First and Third Thursday of each month, 7:00 pm
    o Murphy's Grill, 2731 Iris Ave (By the bar in back)
    o Hosted by Richard Bateman | Marc Sobel

    Downtown Boulder
    o Second Tuesday of each month, 7:00 pm
    o Pearl Street Pub, 1108 Pearl St
    o Hosted by Carrie Jackson

    Cañon City
    o First and Third Wednesday of each month, 5:30 pm
    o McClellan's Grill & Brewing Company, 413 Main St
    o Hosted by Alain Chamot | Brandy Johnson

    Colorado Springs
    o First and Third Tuesday of each month, 7:30 pm
    o he Coffee Exchange, 526 S Tejon St (In between McCabe's and Southside Johnny's)
    o Hosted by Jeff and Amanda Courtright

    North Colorado Springs
    o Second Tuesday of each month, 7:30 pm
    o Old Chicago, 7115 Commerce Center Dr
    o Hosted by Lucy Wolboldt | Jan Hejtmanek

    Denver
    o Every Wednesday of each month, 7:30 pm
    o Skylark Lounge, 140 S. Broadway
    o Hosted by Kathy Brandon | John E. | Sarah Fong

    South Metro Denver
    o Second Thursday of each month, 8:00 pm
    o Lansdowne Arms Bistro & Bar, 9352 Dorchester St (Near HR Tattered Cover)
    o Hosted by Rick Munoz

    Lakewood
    o First Wednesday of each month, 7:00 pm
    o Dino's, 10040 W Colfax Ave (SW Corner of Colfax and Kipling)
    o Hosted by Bill Simpson

    Durango
    o Third Wednesday of each month, 6:00 pm
    o Joel's, 119 W 8th St
    o Hosted by Brandon Donohue

    Fort Collins
    o Second and Fourth Thursday of each month, 5:00 pm
    o The Crown Pub, 144 S College Ave (between Oak and Mountain)
    o Hosted by Anne Wilseck

    Frisco
    o Second Wednesday of each month, 7:00 pm
    o The Boatyard, 3rd and Main
    o Hosted by Heather Christie | Karin Mitchell

    Grand Junction
    o First Wednesday of each month, 5:00 pm
    o Kannah Creek Brewing Company, 1960 N 12th St

    Greeley
    o Second and Fourth Tuesday of each month, 6:30 pm
    o Island Grill, 809 9th Street ((look for our table in the resturant area))
    o Hosted by Ed Craig | Judy Craig

    Longmont
    o First and Third Wednesday of each month, 7:00 pm
    o RedZone, 540 S Main St
    o Hosted by Andi Hill

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