
Gaines: The arrogance of Colorado’s one-party rulers on display
A recently passed and signed bill skirting transparency. Higher fees on rental cars. A bill about new fees on alcohol. Disparate as these three things may seem, they all speak

A recently passed and signed bill skirting transparency. Higher fees on rental cars. A bill about new fees on alcohol. Disparate as these three things may seem, they all speak

In Colorado, when Democrats enjoy unchallenged political power, government thrives and the private sector stagnates.

With split-party control, often one party kills the worst legislation of the other party, and members of both parties tend to offer more-modest bills. But we’re living through a period of Democrats Run Wild.

Last year we witnessed the most progressive legislative session in Colorado history. If tradition is any predictor, this legislative session should be a much milder affair. Election-year sessions tend to

Colorado Governor Jared Polis recently discussed the future of Colorado and its energy targets. However, there doesn’t seem to be a path forward without extra resources. Where would this additional funding come from? PowerGab Hosts Jake Fogleman and Amy Cooke discuss this and more.
Show Notes:
SB26-182 CSU keep Ray Nixon open until 2032
SB 102 – Data Center and large load
HB 26 1030 – Data center and Utility Modernization
Jared Polis on Politico Energy Podcast
Pew Research: Americans blame utilities for rising home energy bills
Because the grid could use a backup plan.
Yes, we’re giving away a Predator Generator.
No, this is not a drill.
Yes, it’s because reliability apparently isn’t fashionable anymore.
Starting with the first show of 2026, drop a funny, clever, or pithy comment in the show’s comment section.
That’s it. No forms. No fine print to initial. No ESG questionnaire.
At the end of the session, we’ll select our top 3–5 favorite comments.
Then you vote on the winner.
Democracy still works here. Mostly.
Winner announced on the last show in May 2026.
One comment.
One generator.
Because when the grid wobbles, satire won’t keep your lights on — but a Predator Generator will.

How in the world can the Colorado Republican Party be as dysfunctional as it is? I put that question to Brita Horn, the outgoing chair of the state party.