Building a better Colorado means empowering citizens to take action when politicians won't. Education and ballot measures are two key ways to do this. This week, Westword published a profile piece on Advance Colorado President Michael Fields, highlighting the difference we can make when we band together to create good change.

"The power comes from the people," Fields says. "I can't do anything without grassroots support, without donor support, without polling. ...A large number of Coloradans agree on these policies. Legislators either have to pay attention and do something about it, or we're going to."

With Mayor Mike Johnston's trip to DC to testify in front of Congress, it has become clearer than ever that Colorado is a sanctuary state that is failing to keep citizens safe. You may have heard Mayor Johnston and Governor Polis deny sanctuary status, so watch this video to hear the real facts and the breakdown of Colorado law.

Advance Colorado continues to pursue a statewide ballot measure to end Colorado's dangerous sanctuary state status by requiring law enforcement to report violent criminals and repeat felons to the Department of Homeland Security.

In fiscal year 2023, Coloradans paid $23.3 BILLION in fees to the government. It's clear that politicians are misusing their legislative ability to sneak taxes through and call them fees. Make sure everyone you know is aware of what's really going on through this important new report by Advance Policy Analyst Michael Tsogt.

The latest Advance Colorado Rundown features Kristi Burton Brown, Executive VP of Advance Colorado. Kristi discusses TABOR 101, providing a brief explainer you can share with your friends and neighbors.