Making Democracy Work

Hear from candidates running to represent District 6 on Colorado Springs City Council in this forum hosted by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region and Citizens Project. It was held on March 18, 2025 at the CSPD Stetson Hills Subdivision Community Room. All Colorado Springs City Council District 6 candidates were invited. Representatives from LWVPPR and Citizens Project moderated. Candidates Present:Dr. Parth MelpakamRoland Rainey, Jr.Aaron SchickHost: Shelly Roehrs for LWVPPRModerator: Chris Davis for Citizens ProjectThe League is non-partisan and does not endorse, support or oppose candidates or political parties. We work to educate voters in every election via candidate forums (not debates), our candidate survey (VOTE411.org), candidate meet and greets and podcast interviews where all candidates on the ballot are invited to participate. Any videotape or audio recording of the forum is the sole property of the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region and may not be used in any way unless cleared through LWVPPR. For more information, visit https://lwvppr.org. YOU are welcome to join us in empowering voters and defending democracy!Sponsors for the forum:Citizens Project - https://citizensproject.org/Studio 809 Podcasts – https://studio809podcasts.comYou can view video of this forum at https://www.youtube.com/live/7UxZYiiOMeE?feature=sharedLinks:League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region – https://lwvppr.orgVoter Information - https://www.vote411.org/City of Colorado Springs election information - https://coloradosprings.gov/electionMaking Democracy Work asks questions and provides information to help voters and community members be more active and engaged citizens. Join us as we look for better ways to make democracy work.This podcast is produced by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region (LWVPPR). The mission of the League of Women Voters is: Empowering Voters. Defending Democracy. LWVPPR members actively promote voter and civic education for the public and themselves. Learn more at https://lwvppr.org/Making Democracy Work is one of many Studio 809 Podcasts, building community in the Pikes Peak Region. Find your new favorite local podcast at https://studio809podcasts.comDon't miss an episode, follow Making Democracy Work wherever you get your podcasts.

Hear from candidates running to represent District 5 on Colorado Springs City Council in this forum hosted by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region and NAACP-Colorado Springs. It was held on March 13, 2025 at Temple Beit Torah. All Colorado Springs City Council District 5 candidates were invited. Representatives from LWVPPR and NAACP-Colorado Springs moderated. Candidates Present:Christopher BurnsNancy HenjumCass MelinJim MillerHost: Tammy Harold for LWVPPRModerator: Angela Stevens, President, NAACP-Colorado SpringsThe League is non-partisan and does not endorse, support or oppose candidates or political parties. We work to educate voters in every election via candidate forums (not debates), our candidate survey (VOTE411.org), candidate meet and greets and podcast interviews where all candidates on the ballot are invited to participate. Any videotape or audio recording of the forum is the sole property of the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region and may not be used in any way unless cleared through LWVPPR. For more information, visit https://lwvppr.org. YOU are welcome to join us in empowering voters and defending democracy!Sponsors for the forum:NAACP-Colorado Springs – https://www.facebook.com/NAACPColoradoSprings/Studio 809 Podcasts – https://studio809podcasts.comYou can view video of this forum at https://www.youtube.com/live/__-o2GlLr1c?si=lteEoe5yXd0L3TeQ Links:League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region – https://lwvppr.orgVoter Information - https://www.vote411.org/City of Colorado Springs election information - https://coloradosprings.gov/electionMaking Democracy Work asks questions and provides information to help voters and community members be more active and engaged citizens. Join us as we look for better ways to make democracy work.This podcast is produced by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region (LWVPPR). The mission of the League of Women Voters is: Empowering Voters. Defending Democracy. LWVPPR members actively promote voter and civic education for the public and themselves. Learn more at https://lwvppr.org/Making Democracy Work is one of many Studio 809 Podcasts, building community in the Pikes Peak Region. Find your new favorite local podcast at https://studio809podcasts.comDon't miss an episode, follow Making Democracy Work wherever you get your podcasts.

Hear from candidates running to represent District 1 on Colorado Springs City Council in this forum hosted by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region and College of Public Service at UCCS. It was held on March 5, 2025 at Helen Keller Elementary School. All Colorado Springs City Council District 1 candidates were invited. Representatives from LWVPPR and UCCS College of Public Service moderated.Candidates:Dave DonelsonLee LehmkuhlHost: Tammy Harold for LWVPPRModerators:Dr. Regina Winters, Associate Dean, UCCS College of Public ServiceDiana Starkus, student, UCCS College of Public ServiceEmily Champion, student, UCCS College of Public Service The League is non-partisan and does not endorse, support or oppose candidates or political parties. We work to educate voters in every election via candidate forums (not debates), our candidate survey (VOTE411.org), candidate meet and greets and podcast interviews where all candidates on the ballot are invited to participate. Any videotape or audio recording of the forum is the sole property of the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region and may not be used in any way unless cleared through LWVPPR. For more information, visit https://lwvppr.org. YOU are welcome to join us in empowering voters and defending democracy!Sponsors for the forum:UCCS – College of Public Service - https://cps.uccs.edu/Studio 809 Podcasts – https://studio809podcasts.comYou can view video of this forum at https://www.youtube.com/live/v-OKDid2vTw?feature=shared Links:League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region – https://lwvppr.orgVoter Information - https://www.vote411.org/City of Colorado Springs election information - https://coloradosprings.gov/electionMaking Democracy Work asks questions and provides information to help voters and community members be more active and engaged citizens. Join us as we look for better ways to make democracy work.This podcast is produced by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region (LWVPPR). The mission of the League of Women Voters is: Empowering Voters. Defending Democracy. LWVPPR members actively promote voter and civic education for the public and themselves. Learn more at https://lwvppr.org/Making Democracy Work is one of many Studio 809 Podcasts, building community in the Pikes Peak Region. Find your new favorite local podcast at https://studio809podcasts.comDon't miss an episode, follow Making Democracy Work wherever you get your podcasts.

Hear from candidates running to represent District 4 on Colorado Springs City Council in this forum hosted by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region and RISE Southeast. It was held on March 4, 2025 at Stompin' Groundz coffee and community café. All Colorado Springs City Council District 4 candidates were invited. Representatives from LWVPPR and RISE Southeast moderated. Candidates Present:Kimberly GoldChauncy Johnson Not Present: Sherrea Elliott-SterlingJeannie Orozco-LiraHost: Shelly Roers, Spokesperson for LWVPPRModerator: Chineta Davis, RISE SoutheastThe League is non-partisan and does not endorse, support or oppose candidates or political parties. We work to educate voters in every election via candidate forums (not debates), our candidate survey (VOTE411.org), candidate meet and greets and podcast interviews where all candidates on the ballot are invited to participate. Any videotape or audio recording of the forum is the sole property of the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region and may not be used in any way unless cleared through LWVPPR. For more information, visit https://lwvppr.org. YOU are welcome to join us in empowering voters and defending democracy!Sponsors for the forum:RISE Southeast - https://risesoutheast.comStudio 809 Podcasts – https://studio809podcasts.comYou can view video of this forum at https://www.youtube.com/live/pv_rAetjAKw?si=aWH6oTxWyFM5wfVk Links:League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region – https://lwvppr.orgVoter Information - https://www.vote411.org/City of Colorado Springs election information - https://coloradosprings.gov/electionMaking Democracy Work asks questions and provides information to help voters and community members be more active and engaged citizens. Join us as we look for better ways to make democracy work.This podcast is produced by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region (LWVPPR). The mission of the League of Women Voters is: Empowering Voters. Defending Democracy. LWVPPR members actively promote voter and civic education for the public and themselves. Learn more at https://lwvppr.org/Making Democracy Work is one of many Studio 809 Podcasts, building community in the Pikes Peak Region. Find your new favorite local podcast at https://studio809podcasts.comDon't miss an episode, follow Making Democracy Work wherever you get your podcasts.

Hear from candidates running to represent District 3 on Colorado Springs City Council in this forum hosted by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region & Hillside Advisory Team. The event was held at 6:00 PM on Wednesday, February 26, 2025 at Hillside Community Center. The League is non-partisan and does not endorse, support or oppose candidates or political parties. We work to educate voters in every election via candidate forums (not debates), our candidate survey (VOTE411.org), candidate meet and greets and podcast interviews where all candidates on the ballot are invited to participate. Any videotape or audio recording of the forum is the sole property of the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region and may not be used in any way unless cleared through LWVPPR. For more information, visit https://lwvppr.org. YOU are welcome to join us in empowering voters and defending democracy! Moderator: Chris Rudnick, President of Hillside Advisory TeamCandidates:Richard GillitMaryah LauerGreg ThorntonBrandy WilliamsChristopher Metzgar did not attend Links:League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region – https://lwvppr.orgHillside Advisory Team - https://www.hillsideadvisoryteam.org/Voter Information - https://www.vote411.org/City of Colorado Springs election information - https://coloradosprings.gov/electionMaking Democracy Work asks questions and provides information to help voters and community members be more active and engaged citizens. Join us as we look for better ways to make democracy work.This podcast is produced by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region (LWVPPR). The mission of the League of Women Voters is: Empowering Voters. Defending Democracy. LWVPPR members actively promote voter and civic education for the public and themselves. Learn more at https://lwvppr.org/Making Democracy Work is one of many Studio 809 Podcasts, building community in the Pikes Peak Region. Find your new favorite local podcast at https://studio809podcasts.comDon't miss an episode, follow Making Democracy Work wherever you get your podcasts.

The League of Women Voters is celebrating 105 years of Empowering Voters & Defending Democracy. On February 16, 2025 we gathered for Love the League 2025, Honoring Women Making A Difference! This is our annual fundraising event. We're proud to share a replay in this episode.League of Women Voters is a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization that empowers voters and defends democracy! Your donation helps League pay for our efforts, including candidate forums, voter registration drives, and more! Donate at https://lwvppr.org/content.aspx?page_id=305&club_id=750758&item_id=12658Please become a member: https://lwvppr.org/content.aspx?page_id=22&club_id=750758&module_id=304192Our 105th Birthday/Anniversary celebration includes honoring nine women who make a difference! 2025 Honorees Include: Beth Alessio - RMHC Southern Colorado, Linda Alvarado - Alvarado Construction, BJ Campbell - Academy School District 20, Sallie Clark - City of Colorado Springs, Phyllis Dunn - Accompaniment and Sanctuary Coalition of Colorado Springs, Rochelle Kimbrell - Kimbrell Enterprise, USAF Shirley Martinez - Pikes Peak Diversity Council, Jayme McConnellogue - Colorado Springs Fire Department, Angie Stevens - NAACP-Colorado Springs, LWVPPR.Sponsors:AAUW - https://www.aauw.org/All Souls Unitarian Church - https://www.asuuc.net/Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority - https://aka1908.com/Alvarado Construction - http://www.alvaradoconstruction.com/COS Labor Council - https://coaflcio.org/csalcMs. Jerima KingMs. June WallerDayon Mock Photography - https://www.mockdayonstudio.com/Longmire Audio Engineering - https://www.longmireaudio.com/Shelly Roehrs, Real Estate Broker with Blue Picket Realty - https://bluepicketrealty.com/agent/shelly-roehrs/Studio 809 Podcasts - https://studio809podcasts.com/Making Democracy Work asks questions and provides information to help voters and community members be more active and engaged citizens. Join us as we look for better ways to make democracy work.This podcast is produced by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region (LWVPPR). The mission of the League of Women Voters is: Empowering Voters. Defending Democracy. LWVPPR members actively promote voter and civic education for the public and themselves. Learn more at https://lwvppr.org/Making Democracy Work is one of many Studio 809 Podcasts, building community in the Pikes Peak Region. Find your new favorite local podcast at https://studio809podcasts.comDon't miss an episode, follow Making Democracy Work wherever you get your podcasts.

We chat with BJ Campbell, Love the League 2025 Honoree, Retired Educator & Administrator from Academy District 20 and passionate advocate for our unhoused neighbors.Donate Today! Love the League 2025 - https://lwvppr.org/content.aspx?page_id=305&club_id=750758&item_id=12658BJ Campbell - Our People - Academy District 20 - https://fb.watch/xL88aCsAb3/Salvation Army Friends of Christ Homelessness program - https://coloradosprings.salvationarmy.org/colorado_springs_corps/our-services/ Former Helen Hunt Elementary converting to apartments for the homeless - https://gazette.com/news/el-paso-countys-mission-impossible-collective-for-families-in-deep-trouble/article_f05f7538-6178-11ef-8a07-ff06a0d5badc.htmlLove the League 2024 Ticketshttps://lwvppr.org/content.aspx?page_id=4091&club_id=750758&item_id=2391384Making Democracy Work asks questions and provides information to help voters and community members be more active and engaged citizens. Join us as we look for better ways to make democracy work.This podcast is produced by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region (LWVPPR). The mission of the League of Women Voters is: Empowering Voters. Defending Democracy. LWVPPR members actively promote voter and civic education for the public and themselves. Learn more at https://lwvppr.org/Making Democracy Work is one of many Studio 809 Podcasts, building community in the Pikes Peak Region. Find your new favorite local podcast at https://studio809podcasts.comDon't miss an episode, follow Making Democracy Work wherever you get your podcasts.

We chat with Chief Jayme McConnellogue, Love the League 2025 Honoree and Deputy Chief of Emergency Medical Services for the City of Colorado Springs Fire Department. Donate Today! Love the League 2025 - https://lwvppr.org/content.aspx?page_id=305&club_id=750758&item_id=12658 Jayme McConnellogue - Colorado Spring Fire Department Key Staff - Deputy Chief of Emergency Medical Services - https://coloradosprings.gov/fire-department/page/key-fire-department-staff Ambulance Transition - Emergency Medical Services Enterprise - https://coloradosprings.gov/EMSTransport Love the League 2024 Tickets - https://lwvppr.org/content.aspx?page_id=4091&club_id=750758&item_id=2391384Making Democracy Work asks questions and provides information to help voters and community members be more active and engaged citizens. Join us as we look for better ways to make democracy work.This podcast is produced by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region (LWVPPR). The mission of the League of Women Voters is: Empowering Voters. Defending Democracy. LWVPPR members actively promote voter and civic education for the public and themselves. Learn more at https://lwvppr.org/Making Democracy Work is one of many Studio 809 Podcasts, building community in the Pikes Peak Region. Find your new favorite local podcast at https://studio809podcasts.comDon't miss an episode, follow Making Democracy Work wherever you get your podcasts.

We chat with Angela Stevens, Love the League 2025 Honoree, Colorado Springs NAACP President, LWVPPR Admin Team Member & Events Team Chair and Business Owner. Donate Today! Love the League 2025 - https://lwvppr.org/content.aspx?page_id=305&club_id=750758&item_id=12658Angela Stevens - https://www.linkedin.com/in/angela-stevens-ma-ed-lpc-43668532/ NAACP - Colorado Springs Branch - https://www.facebook.com/NAACPColoradoSprings/ Thinking It Through Counseling Services - http://www.thinkingitc.com/ Love the League 2024 Tickets - https://lwvppr.org/content.aspx?page_id=4091&club_id=750758&item_id=2391384Making Democracy Work asks questions and provides information to help voters and community members be more active and engaged citizens. Join us as we look for better ways to make democracy work.This podcast is produced by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region (LWVPPR). The mission of the League of Women Voters is: Empowering Voters. Defending Democracy. LWVPPR members actively promote voter and civic education for the public and themselves. Learn more at https://lwvppr.org/Making Democracy Work is one of many Studio 809 Podcasts, building community in the Pikes Peak Region. Find your new favorite local podcast at https://studio809podcasts.comDon't miss an episode, follow Making Democracy Work wherever you get your podcasts.

We chat with Phyllis Dunn, Love the League 2025 Honoree, retired from Academy School District 20, and a key volunteer with the Accompaniment & Sanctuary Coalition.Donate Today! Love the League 2025 - https://lwvppr.org/content.aspx?page_id=305&club_id=750758&item_id=12658Accompaniment and Sanctuary Coalition - https://www.asccos.org/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/coloradospringssanctuarycoalitionLove the League 2024 Tickets - https://lwvppr.org/content.aspx?page_id=4091&club_id=750758&item_id=2391384Making Democracy Work asks questions and provides information to help voters and community members be more active and engaged citizens. Join us as we look for better ways to make democracy work.This podcast is produced by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region (LWVPPR). The mission of the League of Women Voters is: Empowering Voters. Defending Democracy. LWVPPR members actively promote voter and civic education for the public and themselves. Learn more at https://lwvppr.org/Making Democracy Work is one of many Studio 809 Podcasts, building community in the Pikes Peak Region. Find your new favorite local podcast at https://studio809podcasts.comDon't miss an episode, follow Making Democracy Work wherever you get your podcasts.

We chat with Sallie Clark, Senior Policy Advisor for Government & Military Engagement to Mayor Mobolade & small business owner for over 38 years. Sallie is a Love the League 2025 Honoree.Donate Today! Love the League 2025 - https://lwvppr.org/content.aspx?page_id=305&club_id=750758&item_id=12658Love the League 2025 Tickets - https://lwvppr.org/content.aspx?page_id=4091&club_id=750758&item_id=2391384Sallie Clark - LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/sallie-clark-colorado/ Holden House - 1902 Bed & Breakfast Inn - https://www.holdenhouse.com/ Mayor's Office of Community Affairs - https://coloradosprings.gov/mayors-office-community-affairs#:~:text=Sallie%20Clark%20is%20the%20Senior,and%20national%20government%2Drelated%20positions COS Sister Cities International Program - https://coloradosprings.gov/sistercities COS Boards & Commissions - APPLY! - https://coloradosprings.gov/boards Making Democracy Work asks questions and provides information to help voters and community members be more active and engaged citizens. Join us as we look for better ways to make democracy work.This podcast is produced by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region (LWVPPR). The mission of the League of Women Voters is: Empowering Voters. Defending Democracy. LWVPPR members actively promote voter and civic education for the public and themselves. Learn more at https://lwvppr.org/Making Democracy Work is one of many Studio 809 Podcasts, building community in the Pikes Peak Region. Find your new favorite local podcast at https://studio809podcasts.comDon't miss an episode, follow Making Democracy Work wherever you get your podcasts.

Should citizens give Colorado Springs City Councilors a pay raise? The question was discussed in this Community Conversation hosted by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region. Panelists include Council President Randy Helms, former 4-term Council Member Richard Skorman and former Council Member Tim Leigh. We missed hearing from Council Member Yolanda Avila due to technical difficulties but no worries; this is just the beginning of the conversation.This conversation was held on January 18, 2025, and included pros and cons, plus how to accomplish this. Stay tuned for what's next!! Check out the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region and everything that's going on!! Remember, we're not just for women and we need your help! Join the League and become an active and engaged member! - https://www.lwvppr.org/ Get your tickets to Love the League 2025 - February 16, 2025 from 1-4 pm - before they are SOLD OUT!! - https://www.lwvppr.org/content.aspx?page_id=4091&club_id=750758&item_id=23913842025 Municipal Candidate Forums - https://www.lwvppr.org/content.aspx?page_id=4001&club_id=750758 Links from discussion:Breakdown of council member pay -https://docs.google.com/document/d/1LbZCXZ7hQwy_1vcob7cq-RGzoQFHOWcio__tGiLCxng/edit?usp=sharing Find Colorado Springs Municipal Election Campaign Reports -https://web3.coloradosprings.gov/CampaignFinance/ Additional campaign finance information - https://coloradosprings.gov/city-clerk/page/campaign-finance-faq City Council Member Responsibilities - https://coloradosprings.gov/role-city-council PACs, Super PACs & More - https://campaignlegal.org/update/pacs-super-pacs-and-more-your-guide-key-election-spending-vehicles Making Democracy Work asks questions and provides information to help voters and community members be more active and engaged citizens. Join us as we look for better ways to make democracy work.This podcast is produced by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region (LWVPPR). The mission of the League of Women Voters is: Empowering Voters. Defending Democracy. LWVPPR members actively promote voter and civic education for the public and themselves. Learn more at https://lwvppr.org/Making Democracy Work is one of many Studio 809 Podcasts, building community in the Pikes Peak Region. Find your new favorite local podcast at https://studio809podcasts.comDon't miss an episode, follow Making Democracy Work wherever you get your podcasts.

We chat with Beth Alessio, Love the League 2025 Honoree and Executive Director of Ronald McDonald House Charities of Southern Colorado.Donate Today! Love the League 2025: https://lwvppr.org/content.aspx?page_id=305&club_id=750758&item_id=12658 Ronald McDonald House Charities of Southern Colorado: https://rmhcsoutherncolorado.org/about-us/ Making Democracy Work asks questions and provides information to help voters and community members be more active and engaged citizens. Join us as we look for better ways to make democracy work.This podcast is produced by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region (LWVPPR). The mission of the League of Women Voters is: Empowering Voters. Defending Democracy. LWVPPR members actively promote voter and civic education for the public and themselves. Learn more at https://lwvppr.org/Making Democracy Work is one of many Studio 809 Podcasts, building community in the Pikes Peak Region. Find your new favorite local podcast at https://studio809podcasts.comDon't miss an episode, follow Making Democracy Work wherever you get your podcasts.

We chat with Rochelle Kimbrell, Love the League 2025 Honoree and Retired USAF Lt. Colonel, the US military's first Black female fighter pilot. She has logged over 2100 hours piloting military aircraft and over 975 combat and combat support hours. LINKS: Donate Today! Love the League 2025 - https://lwvppr.org/content.aspx?page_id=305&club_id=750758&item_id=12658 Kimbrell Enterprise - http://kimbrellenterprise.com/ and http://rochellekimbrell.com/ Amway hero video - https://youtu.be/N7lVIrCLZyU?si=ZL-bca1rh5_Vvqj7 NFL360 - https://youtu.be/zmbZ9mPO-sk Making Democracy Work asks questions and provides information to help voters and community members be more active and engaged citizens. Join us as we look for better ways to make democracy work. This podcast is produced by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region (LWVPPR). The mission of the League of Women Voters is: Empowering Voters. Defending Democracy. LWVPPR members actively promote voter and civic education for the public and themselves. Learn more at https://lwvppr.org/ Making Democracy Work is one of many Studio 809 Podcasts, building community in the Pikes Peak Region. Find your new favorite local podcast at https://studio809podcasts.com Don't miss an episode, follow Making Democracy Work wherever you get your podcasts.

Learn about recent voter turnout, ways to increase voter engagement and hear from voters with “What's Next?” for them after the most recent 2024 general election. Donate Today! WVPPR CO Gives Day - https://www.coloradogives.org/organization/League-Of-Women-Voters-Of-The-Pikes-Peak-Region Love the League 2025 - https://lwvppr.org/content.aspx?page_id=305&club_id=750758&item_id=12658 Making Democracy Work asks questions and provides information to help voters and community members be more active and engaged citizens. Join us as we look for better ways to make democracy work. This podcast is produced by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region (LWVPPR). The mission of the League of Women Voters is: Empowering Voters. Defending Democracy. LWVPPR members actively promote voter and civic education for the public and themselves. Learn more at https://lwvppr.org/ Making Democracy Work is one of many Studio 809 Podcasts, building community in the Pikes Peak Region. Find your new favorite local podcast at https://studio809podcasts.com Don't miss an episode, follow Making Democracy Work wherever you get your podcasts.

Learn more about candidates for State Senate District 10 in this forum hosted by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region on October 21, 2024. Find video replays of all our forums at https://lwvppr.org/forums2024 Forum host was LWVPPR Spokesperson Shelly Roehrs. Moderators were Felicia Hubbard, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority and Carolyn Kalaskie, Black and Latino Leadership Coalition. Candidates Larry Liston (Republican) and Ryan Lucas (Democrat) participated in the forum. Candidate John Hjersman did not attend. Special thanks to these forum co-sponsors: AARP, https://www.aarp.org/ Black and Latino Leadership Coalition, https://www.facebook.com/BlackLatinoLeadershipCoalitionofCOS/ Citizens Project, https://citizensproject.org/ Colorado Latinos Vote, https://colatinosvote.org/ Delta Sigma Theta, https://www.deltasigmatheta.org/ KOAA News5, https://www.koaa.com/ KRCC, https://www.cpr.org/krcc/ Latina Equity Foundation, https://www.facebook.com/LatinaEquityFoundation/ Longmire Audio Engineering NAACP Colorado Springs, https://www.facebook.com/NAACPColoradoSprings/ Neighbors for Education, https://neighborsfored.org/ Pikes Peak Diversity Council, https://www.ppdiversitycouncilinc.org/ Special Kids, Special Families, https://sksfcolorado.org/ Studio 809 Podcasts, https://studio809podcasts.com/ Together Colorado - Colorado Springs Faith Table, https://www.togethercolorado.org/   Any video or audio recording of the forum is the sole property of the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region and may not be used in any way unless cleared through LWVPPR. Making Democracy Work asks questions and provides information to help voters and community members be more active and engaged citizens. Join us as we look for better ways to make democracy work. Don't miss an episode; follow Making Democracy Work wherever you get your podcasts. This podcast is produced by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region (LWVPPR). The mission of the League of Women Voters is: Empowering Voters. Defending Democracy. LWVPPR members actively promote voter and civic education for the public and themselves. Learn more at https://lwvppr.org. Making Democracy Work is one of many Studio 809 Podcasts, building community in the Pikes Peak Region. Find your new favorite local podcast at https://studio809podcasts.com.

Learn more about candidates for State House District 21 in this forum hosted by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region on October 17, 2024. Find video replays of all our forums at https://lwvppr.org/forums2024. Forum host was LWVPPR Spokesperson Shelly Roehrs. The moderator was Doriena Longmire,  Longmire Audio Engineering. Candidates Mary Bradfield (Republican) and Liz Rosenbaum (Democrat) participated in the forum. Special thanks to these forum co-sponsors: AARP, https://www.aarp.org/ Black and Latino Leadership Coalition, https://www.facebook.com/BlackLatinoLeadershipCoalitionofCOS/ Citizens Project, https://citizensproject.org/ Colorado Latinos Vote, https://colatinosvote.org/ Delta Sigma Theta, https://www.deltasigmatheta.org/ KOAA News5, https://www.koaa.com/ KRCC, https://www.cpr.org/krcc/ Latina Equity Foundation, https://www.facebook.com/LatinaEquityFoundation/ Longmire Audio Engineering NAACP Colorado Springs, https://www.facebook.com/NAACPColoradoSprings/ Neighbors for Education, https://neighborsfored.org/ Pikes Peak Diversity Council, https://www.ppdiversitycouncilinc.org/ Special Kids, Special Families, https://sksfcolorado.org/ Studio 809 Podcasts, https://studio809podcasts.com/ Together Colorado - Colorado Springs Faith Table, https://www.togethercolorado.org/   Any video or audio recording of the forum is the sole property of the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region and may not be used in any way unless cleared through LWVPPR. Making Democracy Work asks questions and provides information to help voters and community members be more active and engaged citizens. Join us as we look for better ways to make democracy work. Don't miss an episode; follow Making Democracy Work wherever you get your podcasts. This podcast is produced by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region (LWVPPR). The mission of the League of Women Voters is: Empowering Voters. Defending Democracy. LWVPPR members actively promote voter and civic education for the public and themselves. Learn more at https://lwvppr.org. Making Democracy Work is one of many Studio 809 Podcasts, building community in the Pikes Peak Region. Find your new favorite local podcast at https://studio809podcasts.com.

Learn more about candidates for State Senate District 12 in this forum hosted by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region on October 14, 2024. Find video replays of all our forums at https://lwvppr.org/forums2024. Forum host was LWVPPR Spokesperson Shelly Roehrs. The moderator was Alasyn Zimmerman of KOAA News5. Candidates Marc Snyder (Democrat) and Stan VanderWerf (Republican) attended the forum. John Michael Angle (Libertarian) did not attend the forum. Special thanks to these forum co-sponsors: AARP, https://www.aarp.org/ Black and Latino Leadership Coalition, https://www.facebook.com/BlackLatinoLeadershipCoalitionofCOS/ Citizens Project, https://citizensproject.org/ Colorado Latinos Vote, https://colatinosvote.org/ Delta Sigma Theta, https://www.deltasigmatheta.org/ KOAA News5, https://www.koaa.com/ KRCC, https://www.cpr.org/krcc/ Latina Equity Foundation, https://www.facebook.com/LatinaEquityFoundation/ Longmire Audio Engineering NAACP Colorado Springs, https://www.facebook.com/NAACPColoradoSprings/ Neighbors for Education, https://neighborsfored.org/ Pikes Peak Diversity Council, https://www.ppdiversitycouncilinc.org/ Special Kids, Special Families, https://sksfcolorado.org/ Studio 809 Podcasts, https://studio809podcasts.com/ Together Colorado - Colorado Springs Faith Table, https://www.togethercolorado.org/   Any video or audio recording of the forum is the sole property of the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region and may not be used in any way unless cleared through LWVPPR. Making Democracy Work asks questions and provides information to help voters and community members be more active and engaged citizens. Join us as we look for better ways to make democracy work. Don't miss an episode; follow Making Democracy Work wherever you get your podcasts. This podcast is produced by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region (LWVPPR). The mission of the League of Women Voters is: Empowering Voters. Defending Democracy. LWVPPR members actively promote voter and civic education for the public and themselves. Learn more at https://lwvppr.org. Making Democracy Work is one of many Studio 809 Podcasts, building community in the Pikes Peak Region. Find your new favorite local podcast at https://studio809podcasts.com.

Learn more about candidates for U.S. House Of Representatives, District 5, in this forum hosted by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region on October 8, 2024. Find video replays of all our forums at https://lwvppr.org/forums2024. Forum host was LWVPPR Spokesperson Shelly Roehrs. Moderators were Kevin Porter, Special Kids, Special Families, and Mike Williams, Citizens Project. Candidates River Gassen (Democrat), Joseph Gaye (Unaffiliated), and Christopher Mitchell (American Constitution Party) attended the forum. Jeff Crank (Republican), Michael Keith Vance (Libertarian) and Christopher Sweat (Forward Party) did not attend. Special thanks to these forum co-sponsors: AARP, https://www.aarp.org/ Black and Latino Leadership Coalition, https://www.facebook.com/BlackLatinoLeadershipCoalitionofCOS/ Citizens Project, https://citizensproject.org/ Colorado Latinos Vote, https://colatinosvote.org/ Delta Sigma Theta, https://www.deltasigmatheta.org/ KOAA News5, https://www.koaa.com/ KRCC, https://www.cpr.org/krcc/ Latina Equity Foundation, https://www.facebook.com/LatinaEquityFoundation/ Longmire Audio Engineering NAACP Colorado Springs, https://www.facebook.com/NAACPColoradoSprings/ Neighbors for Education, https://neighborsfored.org/ Pikes Peak Diversity Council, https://www.ppdiversitycouncilinc.org/ Special Kids, Special Families, https://sksfcolorado.org/ Studio 809 Podcasts, https://studio809podcasts.com/ Together Colorado - Colorado Springs Faith Table, https://www.togethercolorado.org/   Any video or audio recording of the forum is the sole property of the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region and may not be used in any way unless cleared through LWVPPR. Making Democracy Work asks questions and provides information to help voters and community members be more active and engaged citizens. Join us as we look for better ways to make democracy work. Don't miss an episode; follow Making Democracy Work wherever you get your podcasts. This podcast is produced by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region (LWVPPR). The mission of the League of Women Voters is: Empowering Voters. Defending Democracy. LWVPPR members actively promote voter and civic education for the public and themselves. Learn more at https://lwvppr.org. Making Democracy Work is one of many Studio 809 Podcasts, building community in the Pikes Peak Region. Find your new favorite local podcast at https://studio809podcasts.com.

Learn more about candidates for House District 18 in this forum hosted by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region on October 5, 2024. Find video replays of all our forums at https://lwvppr.org/forums2024. Forum host was LWVPPR Spokesperson Shelly Roehrs. The moderators for this forum were Mike Williams, Citizens Project, and Alasyn Zimmerman, KOAA News5. Candidates attending the forum were James R. Boelens, Jr. (Republican) and Amy Paschal (Democrat). Special thanks to these forum co-sponsors: AARP, https://www.aarp.org/ Black and Latino Leadership Coalition, https://www.facebook.com/BlackLatinoLeadershipCoalitionofCOS/ Citizens Project, https://citizensproject.org/ Colorado Latinos Vote, https://colatinosvote.org/ Delta Sigma Theta, https://www.deltasigmatheta.org/ KOAA News5, https://www.koaa.com/ KRCC, https://www.cpr.org/krcc/ Latina Equity Foundation, https://www.facebook.com/LatinaEquityFoundation/ Longmire Audio Engineering NAACP Colorado Springs, https://www.facebook.com/NAACPColoradoSprings/ Neighbors for Education, https://neighborsfored.org/ Pikes Peak Diversity Council, https://www.ppdiversitycouncilinc.org/ Special Kids, Special Families, https://sksfcolorado.org/ Studio 809 Podcasts, https://studio809podcasts.com/ Together Colorado - Colorado Springs Faith Table, https://www.togethercolorado.org/   Any video or audio recording of the forum is the sole property of the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region and may not be used in any way unless cleared through LWVPPR. Making Democracy Work asks questions and provides information to help voters and community members be more active and engaged citizens. Join us as we look for better ways to make democracy work. Don't miss an episode; follow Making Democracy Work wherever you get your podcasts. This podcast is produced by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region (LWVPPR). The mission of the League of Women Voters is: Empowering Voters. Defending Democracy. LWVPPR members actively promote voter and civic education for the public and themselves. Learn more at https://lwvppr.org. Making Democracy Work is one of many Studio 809 Podcasts, building community in the Pikes Peak Region. Find your new favorite local podcast at https://studio809podcasts.com.

Learn more about candidates for El Paso County Commissioner District 2 in this forum hosted by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region on October 1, 2024. Find video replays of all our forums at https://lwvppr.org/forums2024. Forum host was LWVPPR Spokesperson Shelly Roehrs. Moderators were Candace Lehmann, AARP, and Mike Williams, Citizens Project. Candidates who attended the forum were Bernard “BJ” Byers (Democrat) and Garfield Johnson (Republican write-in candidate). Candidate Carrie Geitner (Republican) did not attend. Special thanks to these forum co-sponsors: AARP, https://www.aarp.org/ Black and Latino Leadership Coalition, https://www.facebook.com/BlackLatinoLeadershipCoalitionofCOS/ Citizens Project, https://citizensproject.org/ Colorado Latinos Vote, https://colatinosvote.org/ Delta Sigma Theta, https://www.deltasigmatheta.org/ KOAA News5, https://www.koaa.com/ KRCC, https://www.cpr.org/krcc/ Latina Equity Foundation, https://www.facebook.com/LatinaEquityFoundation/ Longmire Audio Engineering NAACP Colorado Springs, https://www.facebook.com/NAACPColoradoSprings/ Neighbors for Education, https://neighborsfored.org/ Pikes Peak Diversity Council, https://www.ppdiversitycouncilinc.org/ Special Kids, Special Families, https://sksfcolorado.org/ Studio 809 Podcasts, https://studio809podcasts.com/ Together Colorado - Colorado Springs Faith Table, https://www.togethercolorado.org/   Any video or audio recording of the forum is the sole property of the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region and may not be used in any way unless cleared through LWVPPR. Making Democracy Work asks questions and provides information to help voters and community members be more active and engaged citizens. Join us as we look for better ways to make democracy work. Don't miss an episode; follow Making Democracy Work wherever you get your podcasts. This podcast is produced by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region (LWVPPR). The mission of the League of Women Voters is: Empowering Voters. Defending Democracy. LWVPPR members actively promote voter and civic education for the public and themselves. Learn more at https://lwvppr.org. Making Democracy Work is one of many Studio 809 Podcasts, building community in the Pikes Peak Region. Find your new favorite local podcast at https://studio809podcasts.com.

We hear from John Hjersman, Libertarian Party candidate running for Colorado Senate, District 10. Links: Donate to the League & help our efforts to Empower Voters & Defend Democracy - https://lwvppr.org/content.aspx?page_id=305&club_id=750758&item_id=5696 Non-partisan, candidate information - VOTE411.org Candidate Forum Calendar - https://www.lwvppr.org/ Making Democracy Work asks questions and provides information to help voters and community members be more active and engaged citizens. Join us as we look for better ways to make democracy work. This podcast is produced by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region (LWVPPR). The mission of the League of Women Voters is: Empowering Voters. Defending Democracy. LWVPPR members actively promote voter and civic education for the public and themselves. Learn more at https://lwvppr.org/ Making Democracy Work is one of many Studio 809 Podcasts, building community in the Pikes Peak Region. Find your new favorite local podcast at https://studio809podcasts.com Don't miss an episode, follow Making Democracy Work wherever you get your podcasts.

Listen in as we hear from Bill Wysong, Republican candidate running for El Paso County Commissioner - District 3. Links: Donate to the League & help our efforts to Empower Voters & Defend Democracy - https://lwvppr.org/content.aspx?page_id=305&club_id=750758&item_id=5696 Non-partisan, candidate information - VOTE411.org Candidate Forum Calendar - https://www.lwvppr.org/ Candidate Page - http://www.billwysong.com Making Democracy Work asks questions and provides information to help voters and community members be more active and engaged citizens. Join us as we look for better ways to make democracy work. This podcast is produced by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region (LWVPPR). The mission of the League of Women Voters is: Empowering Voters. Defending Democracy. LWVPPR members actively promote voter and civic education for the public and themselves. Learn more at https://lwvppr.org/ Making Democracy Work is one of many Studio 809 Podcasts, building community in the Pikes Peak Region. Find your new favorite local podcast at https://studio809podcasts.com Don't miss an episode, follow Making Democracy Work wherever you get your podcasts.  

Listen in as we hear from Steph Vigil, Democratic candidate running for CO State House District 16. Links: Donate to the League & help our efforts to Empower Voters & Defend Democracy - https://lwvppr.org/content.aspx?page_id=305&club_id=750758&item_id=5696 Non-partisan, candidate information - VOTE411.org Candidate Forum Calendar - https://www.lwvppr.org/ Candidate Page - http://www.stephanievigil.com/ Making Democracy Work asks questions and provides information to help voters and community members be more active and engaged citizens. Join us as we look for better ways to make democracy work. This podcast is produced by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region (LWVPPR). The mission of the League of Women Voters is: Empowering Voters. Defending Democracy. LWVPPR members actively promote voter and civic education for the public and themselves. Learn more at https://lwvppr.org/ Making Democracy Work is one of many Studio 809 Podcasts, building community in the Pikes Peak Region. Find your new favorite local podcast at https://studio809podcasts.com Don't miss an episode, follow Making Democracy Work wherever you get your podcasts.  

Listen in as we hear from Stan VanderWerf, Republican candidate running for CO State Senate District 12. Links: Donate to the League & help our efforts to Empower Voters & Defend Democracy - https://lwvppr.org/content.aspx?page_id=305&club_id=750758&item_id=5696 Non-partisan, candidate information - VOTE411.org Candidate Forum Calendar - https://www.lwvppr.org/ Candidate Page - http://www.stanvanderwerfcoloradosenate.com/ Making Democracy Work asks questions and provides information to help voters and community members be more active and engaged citizens. Join us as we look for better ways to make democracy work. This podcast is produced by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region (LWVPPR). The mission of the League of Women Voters is: Empowering Voters. Defending Democracy. LWVPPR members actively promote voter and civic education for the public and themselves. Learn more at https://lwvppr.org/ Making Democracy Work is one of many Studio 809 Podcasts, building community in the Pikes Peak Region. Find your new favorite local podcast at https://studio809podcasts.com Don't miss an episode, follow Making Democracy Work wherever you get your podcasts.  

Listen in as we hear from Ron Tupa, Independent Candidate for the Unity Party for U.S. Representative for Colorado's 7th District. Links: Donate to the League & help our efforts to Empower Voters & Defend Democracy - https://lwvppr.org/content.aspx?page_id=305&club_id=750758&item_id=5696 Non-partisan, candidate information - VOTE411.org Candidate Forum Calendar - https://www.lwvppr.org/ Candidate Page - https://rontupaforcongress.com/ Making Democracy Work asks questions and provides information to help voters and community members be more active and engaged citizens. Join us as we look for better ways to make democracy work. This podcast is produced by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region (LWVPPR). The mission of the League of Women Voters is: Empowering Voters. Defending Democracy. LWVPPR members actively promote voter and civic education for the public and themselves. Learn more at https://lwvppr.org/ Making Democracy Work is one of many Studio 809 Podcasts, building community in the Pikes Peak Region. Find your new favorite local podcast at https://studio809podcasts.com Don't miss an episode, follow Making Democracy Work wherever you get your podcasts.  

Listen in as we hear from Marc Snyder, Democratic candidate running for CO State Senate District 12. Links: Donate to the League & help our efforts to Empower Voters & Defend Democracy - https://lwvppr.org/content.aspx?page_id=305&club_id=750758&item_id=5696 Non-partisan, candidate information - VOTE411.org Candidate Forum Calendar - https://www.lwvppr.org/ Candidate Page - https://www.snyderforcolorado.com/ Making Democracy Work asks questions and provides information to help voters and community members be more active and engaged citizens. Join us as we look for better ways to make democracy work. This podcast is produced by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region (LWVPPR). The mission of the League of Women Voters is: Empowering Voters. Defending Democracy. LWVPPR members actively promote voter and civic education for the public and themselves. Learn more at https://lwvppr.org/ Making Democracy Work is one of many Studio 809 Podcasts, building community in the Pikes Peak Region. Find your new favorite local podcast at https://studio809podcasts.com Don't miss an episode, follow Making Democracy Work wherever you get your podcasts.  

Listen in as we hear from Liz Rosenbaum, Democratic candidate running for CO State House District 21. Links: Donate to the League & help our efforts to Empower Voters & Defend Democracy - https://lwvppr.org/content.aspx?page_id=305&club_id=750758&item_id=5696 Non-partisan, candidate information - VOTE411.org Candidate Forum Calendar - https://www.lwvppr.org/ Candidate Page - https://lizrosenbaumco.com/ Making Democracy Work asks questions and provides information to help voters and community members be more active and engaged citizens. Join us as we look for better ways to make democracy work. This podcast is produced by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region (LWVPPR). The mission of the League of Women Voters is: Empowering Voters. Defending Democracy. LWVPPR members actively promote voter and civic education for the public and themselves. Learn more at https://lwvppr.org/ Making Democracy Work is one of many Studio 809 Podcasts, building community in the Pikes Peak Region. Find your new favorite local podcast at https://studio809podcasts.com Don't miss an episode, follow Making Democracy Work wherever you get your podcasts.  

Listen in as we hear from Eric Rinard, Republican candidate running for Regent of University of Colorado - At Large. Links: Donate to the League & help our efforts to Empower Voters & Defend Democracy - https://lwvppr.org/content.aspx?page_id=305&club_id=750758&item_id=5696 Non-partisan, candidate information - VOTE411.org Candidate Forum Calendar - https://www.lwvppr.org/ Candidate Page - https://www.rinardforregent.com/ Making Democracy Work asks questions and provides information to help voters and community members be more active and engaged citizens. Join us as we look for better ways to make democracy work. This podcast is produced by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region (LWVPPR). The mission of the League of Women Voters is: Empowering Voters. Defending Democracy. LWVPPR members actively promote voter and civic education for the public and themselves. Learn more at https://lwvppr.org/ Making Democracy Work is one of many Studio 809 Podcasts, building community in the Pikes Peak Region. Find your new favorite local podcast at https://studio809podcasts.com Don't miss an episode, follow Making Democracy Work wherever you get your podcasts.  

Listen in as we hear from Michael Pierson, Democratic Candidate for CO State House - District 22. Links: Donate to the League & help our efforts to Empower Voters & Defend Democracy - https://lwvppr.org/content.aspx?page_id=305&club_id=750758&item_id=5696 Non-partisan, candidate information - VOTE411.org Candidate Forum Calendar - https://www.lwvppr.org/ Candidate Page - http://www.pierson4co.com Making Democracy Work asks questions and provides information to help voters and community members be more active and engaged citizens. Join us as we look for better ways to make democracy work. This podcast is produced by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region (LWVPPR). The mission of the League of Women Voters is: Empowering Voters. Defending Democracy. LWVPPR members actively promote voter and civic education for the public and themselves. Learn more at https://lwvppr.org/ Making Democracy Work is one of many Studio 809 Podcasts, building community in the Pikes Peak Region. Find your new favorite local podcast at https://studio809podcasts.com Don't miss an episode, follow Making Democracy Work wherever you get your podcasts.  

Listen in as we hear from Ken Montera, Republican candidate running for Regent of University of Colorado CD5. Links: Donate to the League & help our efforts to Empower Voters & Defend Democracy - https://lwvppr.org/content.aspx?page_id=305&club_id=750758&item_id=5696 Non-partisan, candidate information - VOTE411.org Candidate Forum Calendar - https://www.lwvppr.org/ Candidate Page - https://www.monteraforregent.com/ Making Democracy Work asks questions and provides information to help voters and community members be more active and engaged citizens. Join us as we look for better ways to make democracy work. This podcast is produced by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region (LWVPPR). The mission of the League of Women Voters is: Empowering Voters. Defending Democracy. LWVPPR members actively promote voter and civic education for the public and themselves. Learn more at https://lwvppr.org/ Making Democracy Work is one of many Studio 809 Podcasts, building community in the Pikes Peak Region. Find your new favorite local podcast at https://studio809podcasts.com Don't miss an episode, follow Making Democracy Work wherever you get your podcasts.  

Listen in as we hear from Ryan Lucas, Democratic candidate running for CO State Senate - District 10. Links: Donate to the League & help our efforts to Empower Voters & Defend Democracy - https://lwvppr.org/content.aspx?page_id=305&club_id=750758&item_id=5696 Non-partisan, candidate information - VOTE411.org Candidate Forum Calendar - https://www.lwvppr.org/ Candidate Page - http://SD10LUCAS.COM Making Democracy Work asks questions and provides information to help voters and community members be more active and engaged citizens. Join us as we look for better ways to make democracy work. This podcast is produced by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region (LWVPPR). The mission of the League of Women Voters is: Empowering Voters. Defending Democracy. LWVPPR members actively promote voter and civic education for the public and themselves. Learn more at https://lwvppr.org/ Making Democracy Work is one of many Studio 809 Podcasts, building community in the Pikes Peak Region. Find your new favorite local podcast at https://studio809podcasts.com Don't miss an episode, follow Making Democracy Work wherever you get your podcasts.  

Listen in as we hear from Naomi Lopez, Democratic candidate running for El Paso County Commissioner - District 3. Links: Donate to the League & help our efforts to Empower Voters & Defend Democracy - https://lwvppr.org/content.aspx?page_id=305&club_id=750758&item_id=5696 Non-partisan, candidate information - VOTE411.org Candidate Forum Calendar - https://www.lwvppr.org/ Making Democracy Work asks questions and provides information to help voters and community members be more active and engaged citizens. Join us as we look for better ways to make democracy work. This podcast is produced by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region (LWVPPR). The mission of the League of Women Voters is: Empowering Voters. Defending Democracy. LWVPPR members actively promote voter and civic education for the public and themselves. Learn more at https://lwvppr.org/ Making Democracy Work is one of many Studio 809 Podcasts, building community in the Pikes Peak Region. Find your new favorite local podcast at https://studio809podcasts.com Don't miss an episode, follow Making Democracy Work wherever you get your podcasts.  

Listen in as we hear from Jeff Livingston, Democratic candidate running for CO State House District 15. Links: Donate to the League & help our efforts to Empower Voters & Defend Democracy - https://lwvppr.org/content.aspx?page_id=305&club_id=750758&item_id=5696 Non-partisan, candidate information - VOTE411.org Candidate Forum Calendar - https://www.lwvppr.org/ Candidate Page - https://www.committeetoelectjefflivingston.com/ Making Democracy Work asks questions and provides information to help voters and community members be more active and engaged citizens. Join us as we look for better ways to make democracy work. This podcast is produced by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region (LWVPPR). The mission of the League of Women Voters is: Empowering Voters. Defending Democracy. LWVPPR members actively promote voter and civic education for the public and themselves. Learn more at https://lwvppr.org/ Making Democracy Work is one of many Studio 809 Podcasts, building community in the Pikes Peak Region. Find your new favorite local podcast at https://studio809podcasts.com Don't miss an episode, follow Making Democracy Work wherever you get your podcasts.  

Listen in as we hear from Kat Gayle, Democratic candidate running for CO State House District 14. Links: Donate to the League & help our efforts to Empower Voters & Defend Democracy - https://lwvppr.org/content.aspx?page_id=305&club_id=750758&item_id=5696 Non-partisan, candidate information - VOTE411.org Candidate Forum Calendar - https://www.lwvppr.org/ Candidate Page - https://www.katgayle.com/ Making Democracy Work asks questions and provides information to help voters and community members be more active and engaged citizens. Join us as we look for better ways to make democracy work. This podcast is produced by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region (LWVPPR). The mission of the League of Women Voters is: Empowering Voters. Defending Democracy. LWVPPR members actively promote voter and civic education for the public and themselves. Learn more at https://lwvppr.org/ Making Democracy Work is one of many Studio 809 Podcasts, building community in the Pikes Peak Region. Find your new favorite local podcast at https://studio809podcasts.com Don't miss an episode, follow Making Democracy Work wherever you get your podcasts.  

Listen in as we hear from River Gassen, Democratic candidate running for U.S. Representative for Colorado's 5th District. Links: Donate to the League & help our efforts to Empower Voters & Defend Democracy - https://lwvppr.org/content.aspx?page_id=305&club_id=750758&item_id=5696 Non-partisan, candidate information - VOTE411.org Candidate Forum Calendar - https://www.lwvppr.org/ Candidate Page - http://riverforcolorado.com Making Democracy Work asks questions and provides information to help voters and community members be more active and engaged citizens. Join us as we look for better ways to make democracy work. This podcast is produced by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region (LWVPPR). The mission of the League of Women Voters is: Empowering Voters. Defending Democracy. LWVPPR members actively promote voter and civic education for the public and themselves. Learn more at https://lwvppr.org/ Making Democracy Work is one of many Studio 809 Podcasts, building community in the Pikes Peak Region. Find your new favorite local podcast at https://studio809podcasts.com Don't miss an episode, follow Making Democracy Work wherever you get your podcasts.  

Listen in as we hear from Jeremy Dowell, Democratic candidate running for District Attorney - 4th Judicial District. Links: Donate to the League & help our efforts to Empower Voters & Defend Democracy - https://lwvppr.org/content.aspx?page_id=305&club_id=750758&item_id=5696 Non-partisan, candidate information - VOTE411.org Candidate Forum Calendar - https://www.lwvppr.org/ Candidate Page - http://www.dowellforda.com Making Democracy Work asks questions and provides information to help voters and community members be more active and engaged citizens. Join us as we look for better ways to make democracy work. This podcast is produced by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region (LWVPPR). The mission of the League of Women Voters is: Empowering Voters. Defending Democracy. LWVPPR members actively promote voter and civic education for the public and themselves. Learn more at https://lwvppr.org/ Making Democracy Work is one of many Studio 809 Podcasts, building community in the Pikes Peak Region. Find your new favorite local podcast at https://studio809podcasts.com Don't miss an episode, follow Making Democracy Work wherever you get your podcasts.  

Listen in as we hear from Michael Allen, Republican candidate running for District Attorney - 4th Judicial District. Links: Donate to the League & help our efforts to Empower Voters & Defend Democracy - https://lwvppr.org/content.aspx?page_id=305&club_id=750758&item_id=5696 Non-partisan, candidate information - VOTE411.org Candidate Forum Calendar - https://www.lwvppr.org/ Candidate Page - http://WWW.MICHAELALLEN4DA.COM Making Democracy Work asks questions and provides information to help voters and community members be more active and engaged citizens. Join us as we look for better ways to make democracy work. This podcast is produced by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region (LWVPPR). The mission of the League of Women Voters is: Empowering Voters. Defending Democracy. LWVPPR members actively promote voter and civic education for the public and themselves. Learn more at https://lwvppr.org/ Making Democracy Work is one of many Studio 809 Podcasts, building community in the Pikes Peak Region. Find your new favorite local podcast at https://studio809podcasts.com Don't miss an episode, follow Making Democracy Work wherever you get your podcasts.  

Listen in as we hear from Detra Duncan, Democratic candidate running for El Paso County Commissioner - District 4. Links: Donate to the League & help our efforts to Empower Voters & Defend Democracy - https://lwvppr.org/content.aspx?page_id=305&club_id=750758&item_id=5696 Non-partisan, candidate information - VOTE411.org Candidate Forum Calendar - https://www.lwvppr.org/ Candidate Page - https://www.detraforcountycommissionerd4.com/ Making Democracy Work asks questions and provides information to help voters and community members be more active and engaged citizens. Join us as we look for better ways to make democracy work. This podcast is produced by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region (LWVPPR). The mission of the League of Women Voters is: Empowering Voters. Defending Democracy. LWVPPR members actively promote voter and civic education for the public and themselves. Learn more at https://lwvppr.org/ Making Democracy Work is one of many Studio 809 Podcasts, building community in the Pikes Peak Region. Find your new favorite local podcast at https://studio809podcasts.com Don't miss an episode, follow Making Democracy Work wherever you get your podcasts.  

Listen in as we hear from Christopher Mitchell, Constitution Candidate for U.S. Representative for Colorado's 5th District. Links: Donate to the League & help our efforts to Empower Voters & Defend Democracy - https://lwvppr.org/content.aspx?page_id=305&club_id=750758&item_id=5696 Non-partisan, candidate information - VOTE411.org Candidate Forum Calendar - https://www.lwvppr.org/ Candidate Page - https://patriotcowboyrevolution.com/ Making Democracy Work asks questions and provides information to help voters and community members be more active and engaged citizens. Join us as we look for better ways to make democracy work. This podcast is produced by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region (LWVPPR). The mission of the League of Women Voters is: Empowering Voters. Defending Democracy. LWVPPR members actively promote voter and civic education for the public and themselves. Learn more at https://lwvppr.org/ Making Democracy Work is one of many Studio 809 Podcasts, building community in the Pikes Peak Region. Find your new favorite local podcast at https://studio809podcasts.com Don't miss an episode, follow Making Democracy Work wherever you get your podcasts.  

Links: Donate to the League & help our efforts to Empower Voters & Defend Democracy - https://lwvppr.org/content.aspx?page_id=305&club_id=750758&item_id=5696 Non-partisan, candidate information - VOTE411.org Candidate Forum Calendar - https://www.lwvppr.org/ Candidate Page - http://bernardbyersfor2cc.com/ Making Democracy Work asks questions and provides information to help voters and community members be more active and engaged citizens. Join us as we look for better ways to make democracy work. This podcast is produced by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region (LWVPPR). The mission of the League of Women Voters is: Empowering Voters. Defending Democracy. LWVPPR members actively promote voter and civic education for the public and themselves. Learn more at https://lwvppr.org/ Making Democracy Work is one of many Studio 809 Podcasts, building community in the Pikes Peak Region. Find your new favorite local podcast at https://studio809podcasts.com Don't miss an episode, follow Making Democracy Work wherever you get your podcasts.   in as we hear from Bernard Byers, Democratic candidate running for El Paso County Commissioner - District 2.  

Listen in as we hear from Axel Brown, Democratic candidate running for Regent of University - CD 5. Links: Donate to the League & help our efforts to Empower Voters & Defend Democracy - https://lwvppr.org/content.aspx?page_id=305&club_id=750758&item_id=5696 Non-partisan, candidate information - VOTE411.org Candidate Forum Calendar - https://www.lwvppr.org/ Candidate Page - https://axel4cu.org/ Making Democracy Work asks questions and provides information to help voters and community members be more active and engaged citizens. Join us as we look for better ways to make democracy work. This podcast is produced by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region (LWVPPR). The mission of the League of Women Voters is: Empowering Voters. Defending Democracy. LWVPPR members actively promote voter and civic education for the public and themselves. Learn more at https://lwvppr.org/ Making Democracy Work is one of many Studio 809 Podcasts, building community in the Pikes Peak Region. Find your new favorite local podcast at https://studio809podcasts.com Don't miss an episode, follow Making Democracy Work wherever you get your podcasts.  

Listen in as we hear from Amy Paschal, Democratic candidate running for CO State House District 18. Links: Donate to the League & help our efforts to Empower Voters & Defend Democracy - https://lwvppr.org/content.aspx?page_id=305&club_id=750758&item_id=5696 Non-partisan, candidate information - VOTE411.org Candidate Forum Calendar - https://www.lwvppr.org/ Candidate Page - http://amyforcolorado.com/ Making Democracy Work asks questions and provides information to help voters and community members be more active and engaged citizens. Join us as we look for better ways to make democracy work. This podcast is produced by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region (LWVPPR). The mission of the League of Women Voters is: Empowering Voters. Defending Democracy. LWVPPR members actively promote voter and civic education for the public and themselves. Learn more at https://lwvppr.org/ Making Democracy Work is one of many Studio 809 Podcasts, building community in the Pikes Peak Region. Find your new favorite local podcast at https://studio809podcasts.com Don't miss an episode, follow Making Democracy Work wherever you get your podcasts.  

Learn more about SB 24-053 - Racial Equity Study in this recent Community Conversation hosted by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region. Donate today to LWVPPR: https://lwvppr.org/content.aspx?page_id=301&club_id=750758 Justice for Black Coloradans - https://s3.amazonaws.com/ClubExpressClubFiles/750758/documents/SB24-053_334599078.pdf?AWSAccessKeyId=AKIA6MYUE6DNNJ6ROIH3&Expires=1727186943&response-content-disposition=inline%3B%20filename%3DSB24-053.pdf&Signature=r1X4xHhI6EtWzWFY7rBo2UaAfp8%3D Making Democracy Work asks questions and provides information to help voters and community members be more active and engaged citizens. Join us as we look for better ways to make democracy work. This podcast is produced by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region (LWVPPR). The mission of the League of Women Voters is: Empowering Voters. Defending Democracy. LWVPPR members actively promote voter and civic education for the public and themselves. Learn more at https://lwvppr.org/ Making Democracy Work is one of many Studio 809 Podcasts, building community in the Pikes Peak Region. Find your new favorite local podcast at https://studio809podcasts.com Don't miss an episode, follow Making Democracy Work wherever you get your podcasts.

Get an update on the League's lawsuit, along with Citizens Project, CO Latinos Vote and Black & Latino Leadership Coalition, against the city of Colorado Springs to move Spring Municipal Elections to the Fall. Shelly Roehrs and Julie Ott share recent news, and are joined by Daniel Hessel, attorney and clinical instructor at the Harvard Election Law Clinic. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region Home Page https://lwvppr.org/content.aspx?page_id=0&club_id=750758 Harvard Law Election Clinic Handout https://www.lwvppr.org/docs.ashx?id=1119726  Help our non-profit League continue our mission of Empowering Voters & Defending Democracy! Donate Today https://lwvppr.org/content.aspx?page_id=305&club_id=750758&item_id=5696  Take Action & Become A Member! Join today & remember students are free!https://lwvppr.org/content.aspx?page_id=60&club_id=750758 Making Democracy Work asks questions and provides information to help voters and community members be more active and engaged citizens. Join us as we look for better ways to make democracy work. This podcast is produced by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region (LWVPPR). The mission of the League of Women Voters is: Empowering Voters. Defending Democracy. LWVPPR members actively promote voter and civic education for the public and themselves. Learn more at https://lwvppr.org/ Making Democracy Work is one of many Studio 809 Podcasts, building community in the Pikes Peak Region. Find your new favorite local podcast at https://studio809podcasts.com Don't miss an episode, follow Making Democracy Work wherever you get your podcasts.

An update on all things League, doing more than just voting in a presidential year -- and we'll get a bit personal, with host Shelly Roehrs.   MENTIONED:   Donate Today! League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region https://www.lwvppr.org/content.aspx?page_id=301&club_id=750758   Civics Bee/Trivia – August 17 https://www.lwvppr.org/content.aspx?page_id=4002&club_id=750758&item_id=2318022   Gen Z - 20% VoteZ https://www.lwvppr.org/content.aspx?page_id=1483&club_id=750758&item_id=5221&action=edit&ahfid=10151   Upcoming Candidate Forums https://www.lwvppr.org/content.aspx?page_id=0&club_id=750758   Discourse & Dogs https://www.lwvppr.org/content.aspx?page_id=4002&club_id=750758&item_id=2361943&event_date_id=299624   Making Democracy Work asks questions and provides information to help voters and community members be more active and engaged citizens. Join us as we look for better ways to make democracy work. This podcast is produced by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region (LWVPPR). The mission of the League of Women Voters is: Empowering Voters. Defending Democracy. LWVPPR members actively promote voter and civic education for the public and themselves. Learn more at https://lwvppr.org/ Making Democracy Work is one of many Studio 809 Podcasts, building community in the Pikes Peak Region. Find your new favorite local podcast at https://studio809podcasts.com Don't miss an episode, follow Making Democracy Work wherever you get your podcasts.

We chat with Dr. Temple Grandin, Love the League 2024 Honoree, an advocate for early education intervention to address autism and support teachers. She is a Hero & Honoree for being able to stand up and fight for change in things she believes in. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Donate Today! Love the League 2024 Temple Grandin Temple Grandin - CSU College of Agricultural Sciences Temple Grandin Documentary - An Open Door Making Democracy Work asks questions and provides information to help voters and community members be more active and engaged citizens. Join us as we look for better ways to make democracy work. This podcast is produced by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region (LWVPPR). The mission of the League of Women Voters is: Empowering Voters. Defending Democracy. LWVPPR members actively promote voter and civic education for the public and themselves. Learn more at https://lwvppr.org/ Making Democracy Work is one of many Studio 809 Podcasts, building community in the Pikes Peak Region. Find your new favorite local podcast at https://studio809podcasts.com Don't miss an episode, follow Making Democracy Work wherever you get your podcasts.